Some properties are rare. Others are unforgettable. This 84.84-acre wilderness retreat is both. Bordering the Indian Peaks Wilderness, this extraordinary property offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a private sanctuary in one of Colorado's most protected & scenic landscapes. Whether you envision building a legacy mountain estate overlooking the meadow & surrounding peaks or embracing a simpler off-grid lifestyle, the possibilities are exceptional. Listing agent must accompany showings. Perched atop a rocky knoll overlooking a pristine alpine meadow, the existing cabin enjoys sweeping views of the Continental Divide, with Mount Audubon serving as the breathtaking centerpiece of the valley, alongside Sawtooth Mountain, Pawnee Peak, and numerous surrounding summits. Originally built in 1974 and extensively remodeled in 2021, the cabin features one bedroom, one bathroom, a kitchen with breakfast nook, a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, & expansive windows framing the mountain landscape. Modern off-grid infrastructure includes a high-producing well, two-bedroom septic system, 3.15 kW solar array, 9.4 kWh lithium battery storage, generator backup capability, on-demand hot water, new windows, & new siding. More than 600 square feet of new decking, including a gathering area with built-in bench seating, provides the perfect setting to relax, entertain, and enjoy panoramic views. Bordering two National Forests and two Wilderness Areas, the property creates a continuous 400,000-acre backyard of protected mountains, forests, and alpine basins to explore and enjoy. A nearly 1,000-acre conservation easement preserves the surrounding basin, ensuring lasting privacy, protected views, and abundant wildlife. Moose, elk, deer, bear, & other native species are frequent visitors. Located along Colorado's Peak to Peak Scenic Byway between Central City and Estes Park, this is a rare opportunity to own an irreplaceable piece of Colorado wilderness heritage.
Sold for $1,700,000
$1,700,000
48621 Peak to Peak Hwy, Ward, CO 80481
1beds
726sqft
Cabin
Built in 1974
84.84 Acres Lot
$1,692,500 Zestimate®
$2,342/sqft
$1,885 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,692,500
$1.59M - $1.79M
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One bathroomNew sidingOn-demand hot waterKitchen with breakfast nookOne bedroomNew windows
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Listed by:
Dirk Arnold 303-588-8708,
Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder,
Evan Lam 303-775-1594,
Colorado Key Properties
Bought with:
Candace Newlove-Marrs, 100067382
milehimodern - Boulder
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1061184
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Wood
- Features: Shared Primary Bath, Full Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 10
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 10
Laundry
- Description: Wood
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 16
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Heating
- Pellet Stove
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Circulating, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 726
- Total interior livable area: 726 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 726
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
- Details: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Abuts Stream/Creek/River
Lot
- Size: 84.84 Acres
- Features: Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Native Plants, Level, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Rock Outcropping, Abuts National Forest, Abuts Private Open Space, Meadow
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: R0610701
- Zoning: Forestry
- Special conditions: Partnership
- Other equipment: Fireplace Tools Included
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horse(s) Allowed, Zoning Appropriate for 4+ Horses, Pasture, Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Cabin
Materials
- Frame, Composition
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: private solar, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Gas: private
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Septic Field
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane, Satellite Avail
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Southern Exposure
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: none
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ward
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,342/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $327,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,917
- Date on market: 6/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: pictures on walls and tapestries
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Sold | $1,700,000+13.3%$2,342/sqft |
Source:  IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1061184 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Pending sale | $1,500,000$2,066/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1061184 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$2,066/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #IR1061184 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,369 +2.2% | $20,477 +3% |
| 2024 | $1,340 +14.1% | $19,883 -36.6% |
| 2023 | $1,175 -1.2% | $31,365 +136.4% |
| 2022 | $1,189 -0.1% | $13,268 -17.2% |
| 2021 | $1,190 | $16,025 +17.3% |
| 2020 | $1,190 | $13,659 |
| 2019 | -- | $13,659 -23.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $17,927 |
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Nederland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 11 mi
- 9/10Nederland Middle-Senior High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 12.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gold Hill,Jamestown
- Middle: Nederland
- High: Nederland
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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