33236 Highway 550, Durango, CO 81301

Spectacular views and extraordinary irrigated land value with a primary 1.5-story main house and a 1-story guest house at "Red Ridge Ranch" awaits you, your horses, and house pets in one of the most picturesque valleys in all of the West! The North Animas Valley in Durango, Colorado, and this property are very special places with breathtaking views of the stunning red cliffs east of the Animas River Valley. The Animas River and its glacial valley floor are notable for both the serene dramatic setting of meandering glassy waters framed by lush foliage and mountainous red cliffs and in their capacity to transition your senses from the high desert of the southwest to the cool high-Alpine and rugged peaks of the San Juan Mountains. This rich pasture/hay bottomland with abundant irrigation water rights, barn/tack room, and pole barn loafing shed is the perfect setup for equestrian lovers. This property is adjacent to large acreage of deeded Conservation Easement of open irrigated pastures, scattered with grazing cattle with uninterrupted views of the valley and its lush landscape with diverse and ever-changing foliage upon Missionary Ridge in the fall are omnipresent to the experience of this residence amidst mature evergreens, apple & pear trees, and lilacs. The decks of each house face east overlooking the vast open lush valley and grazing cattle and stunning red cliffs. Enjoy the morning sun while sipping your coffee and the afternoon shade for happy hour cocktails. This property is the ultimate place for your peace and serenity, or for entertaining guests, who never want to leave and always want to come back to enjoy this spectacular property and its setting. No HOA and No Covenants. Minutes to PJ’s Gourmet Market and Animas Wine and Spirits, Trimble Hot springs resort & Spa, and Dalton Ranch Golf Course & Restaurant. Located a mere 11 miles from downtown Durango, and just 15 miles from Purgatory Ski Resort, this residence is at the epicenter of Durango adventure. Horseback/mule Riding, Mountain biking, hiking, skiing, golfing, backpacking, camping, rafting, and boating to just name a few activities you can do in the immediate vicinity of your back door. Main House 3bd/2ba 2 stories 1605 sf. Guest House 3bd/2ba 1 story 1470 sf.