Exceptional gated estate on 4.8 acres overlooking North Poudre Reservoir #6, offering access to approximately 600 acres of private boating and water skiing. This one-of-a-kind Northern Colorado property combines privacy, recreation, incredible garage space and resort-style amenities with beautiful water and mountain views. Designed for entertaining and multi-generational living, the home features three kitchens, including a chef's kitchen with full hood, a private casita/with separate living area with separate entrance, and an additional caretaker living area with its own entrance. Enjoy your own private outdoor retreat with a lighted saltwater pool featuring water jets and an automatic cover, hot tub, putting green, volleyball court, outdoor kitchen, gazebo with pizza oven and BBQ grill, outdoor fireplace, lanai, performance stage and multiple decks and sitting areas overlooking the water and mountains. Car, boat and RV enthusiasts will love the exceptional garage and storage space, highlighted by an approximately 2,400 sq. ft. detached DRIVE-THROUGH GARAGE with an approximately 800 sq. ft. storage loft. An additional approximately 1,900 sq. ft. climate-controlled attached garage, RV parking and 50-amp RV service provide incredible flexibility for vehicles, boats, recreational toys and storage. The spacious primary suite features a private deck, motorized exterior blackout shades, radiant-floor heat in the bath, large walk-in closet and steam shower. Additional amenities include a wine room with capacity for up to 300 bottles, professional exercise room, F5 tornado safe room with vault door, whole-house Wi-Fi and vacuum systems, mature landscaping, fruit trees and an automatic gated entrance. Whole house generator. A truly rare opportunity to enjoy estate-style country living with boating, water skiing, swimming, putting, outdoor entertaining and spectacular views right at home, while still offering convenient access to I-25, Fort Collins and Cheyenne.
For sale
$2,990,000
6351 Cottonwood Shores Dr, Wellington, CO 80549
7beds
8,886sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
4.86 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$336/sqft
$92/mo HOA
What's special
- 21 days
- 1,853
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Listed by:
Tamera Nelson 970-482-1781,
RE/MAX Alliance-FTC Dwtn
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1066258
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Loft
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Features: Full Primary Bath, Luxury Features Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 19
Bedroom 2
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 6
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Family room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 23
Laundry
- Description: Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Living room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Study
- Description: Laminate
- Level: Main
- Area: 525 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 25
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Disposal
- Laundry: Sink, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Workshop, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Jack & Jill Bathroom, Kitchen Island, Steam Shower, High Ceilings, Central Vacuum, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Two or More, Gas, Living Room, Family Room, Bedroom, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,227
- Total interior livable area: 8,886 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,227
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Attached, >8' Garage Door, Heated Garage, Oversized, Drive Through
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Details: Attached
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Level Lot, Level Drive, Low Carpet, Main Floor Bath, Accessible Bedroom, Main Level Laundry
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System, Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
- Spa features: Bath, Heated
- Fencing: Fenced,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Abuts Pond/Lake
Lot
- Size: 4.86 Acres
- Features: Evergreen Trees, Paved
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: R1590589
- Zoning: O
- Special conditions: Licensed Owner
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horse(s) Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: District
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Security System, Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Vista At Cottonwood Shores PUD
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Amenities, Management
- HOA fee: $1,100 annually
- HOA name: Vista at Cottonwood Shores
Location
- Region: Wellington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $336/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,373,100
- Annual tax amount: $17,455
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Black Marble Table, Foos ball table and Air Hockey Table
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,990,000+35.9%$336/sqft |
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| 7/29/2021 | Sold | $2,200,000+141.8%$248/sqft |
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| 2/22/2011 | Sold | $910,000-8.5%$102/sqft |
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| 2/9/2011 | Price change | $995,000-56.6%$112/sqft |
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| 1/16/2011 | Price change | $2,295,000+130.7%$258/sqft |
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| 9/16/2010 | Price change | $995,000-17.8%$112/sqft |
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| 9/11/2010 | Price change | $1,210,000-14.2%$136/sqft |
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| 8/27/2010 | Price change | $1,410,000-38.6%$159/sqft |
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| 8/23/2009 | Price change | $2,295,000+20.8%$258/sqft |
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| 8/6/2009 | Price change | $1,900,000-5%$214/sqft |
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| 7/31/2009 | Price change | $2,000,000-4.8%$225/sqft |
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| 7/11/2009 | Price change | $2,100,000-4.5%$236/sqft |
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| 6/15/2009 | Price change | $2,200,000-4.3%$248/sqft |
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| 5/30/2009 | Price change | $2,300,000-4.2%$259/sqft |
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| 5/15/2009 | Price change | $2,400,000-4%$270/sqft |
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| 5/2/2009 | Price change | $2,500,000-3.8%$281/sqft |
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| 4/27/2009 | Listed for sale | $2,600,000+812.3%$293/sqft |
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| 2/28/2002 | Sold | $285,000+42.5%$32/sqft |
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| 12/8/1999 | Sold | $200,000$23/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,455 -10.9% | $148,319 -15.8% |
| 2024 | $19,586 +79.5% | $176,210 -24.1% |
| 2023 | $10,910 -1.4% | $232,310 +138.8% |
| 2022 | $11,064 +5% | $97,301 -16.4% |
| 2021 | $10,540 -0.4% | $116,453 +25.3% |
| 2020 | $10,578 +10.3% | $92,950 -25.7% |
| 2019 | $9,588 | $125,114 +44.8% |
| 2018 | $9,588 | $86,400 |
| 2017 | $9,588 | $86,400 |
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Neighborhood: 80549
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rice
- Middle: Wellington
- High: Wellington
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.






