7187 County Road 228, Bayfield, CO 81122

This extraordinary 71.6-acre property offers a rare combination of absolute privacy, expansive vistas, and true freedom. With no HOA or restrictive covenants, this is the canvas for the life you have always imagined. Whether you are seeking a turnkey homestead, a recreational retreat, or a creative escape, you are bordering 400 acres of pristine BLM land (BGU 75), ensuring your views and access to nature remain untouched. MAIN HOUSE: Extensively updated and upgraded between 2024 and 2025, the main home seamlessly blends modern luxury with rustic comfort. The heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen designed for the true entertainer, featuring gorgeous leathered marble countertops and custom cabinetry, professional-grade 8-burner Kucht range with double ovens, and an oversized Kohler farmhouse sink. There is a dedicated dining area as well as a sunlit breakfast nook with a seamless transition to the grilling deck. The spacious laundry room equipped with a utility sink, abundant storage, and picture windows. The great room is both grand and cozy, anchored by a towering, native rock fireplace that serves as the perfect focal point for chilly evenings. With new wide-plank wood flooring throughout and upgraded mini-split climate control, the home is as comfortable as it is stunning. There is also a greenhouse for growing herbs, flowers, and veggies well into the cooler season. GARAGE/SHOP WITH APARTMENT: The detached garage features an extra tall RV door as well as a standard door and has ample space to park all of your toys and keep a workshop. Additional workspace in the rear of the garage area plus a spacious loft for ample storage and a fully enclosed room currently used as a tack room. The studio apartment has a new 3/4 bath, washer and dryer, and plenty of space for guests or caretaker to relax. The entire space is infrared heated! THE LAND: The perfect mix of towering pines and rolling meadow filled with lush grass. Run in shed with extra storage for horses or other animals plus an adorable cabin with wraparound deck overlooking the meadow. There is a seasonal pond just below the main home. This property is covered in all kinds of wildlife! There is potential to subdivide the southern 35 acres into it's own parcel-there are several choice locations for potential building sites. Mineral rights will convey to new owners. This property is not just a place to live; it is a lifestyle. Experience the peace of Southwest Colorado—on your own terms.