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Historic 7X Ranch • 1,400 Deeded Acres • 2,680 BLM Acres • 500 Irrigated Acres • 1 Mile Fishing Creek • Big Game Hunting See The Details on Back Page

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CUSTOM LOG HOME IN PAONIA

Beautiful 4-bed, 3-bath home on 2.75 acres with spectacular mountain views. Kitchen has granite counters and stainless appliances. Great room, 2 master suites, guest quarters and loft area with office, plus 2-car garage, loafing shed, greenhouse, irrigated pasture, professional landscaping, raisedbed gardens and orchard. $450,000 #711255

123-ACRE HOTCHKISS RANCH

Gorgeous setting with views of West Elk Mountains and Grand Mesa. Custom-built home has stucco, adobe brick and metal accents. An entertainer’s dream, it features wrap-around patios, surround sound system, solid wood doors and rock and log accents, 960-sq. ft. studio and 5000-sq. ft. barn with separate apartment. $1,595,000 #716496

RIVERFRONT PROPERTY

79 alpine acres on beautiful Anthracite Creek 20 miles east of Paonia. Incredible two-sided river frontage, year-round access, borders National Forest. Decreed spring and irrigation, 2 3-household wells and pond. Comfortable 2bedroom log cabin and 3-car garage with shop plus additional sleeping quarters. $895,000 #708347/#708595

END-OF-THE ROAD RETREAT ON KEBLER PASS

Custom 4,000-sq. ft. log home amidst the aspen and evergreen trees, offering seclusion and privacy on 37+ acres, surrounded by National Forest and a short walk into the West Elk Wilderness. This is an unsurpassed location with fabulous views, stream and 4 ponds. $699,000 #713342/#713343

NORTH FORK ORGANIC FARM

Panoramic mountain views from 17.8 irrigated acres with 5 acres organic peach orchard, 2 alfalfa and 6 fallow. 5-bed 2-bath home offers modern amenities with turn-of-the-century charm. Kitchen boasts gas cooktop, granite counters, stainless appliances and cherry cabinets. Renovations include bathrooms, electrical, plumbing, heating and interior paint. $469,900 #703329

NORTH FORK VINEYARD

Secluded 85-acre property near Paonia with 23½ acres of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay grapes under drip irrigation and micro-jet sprinkling. Modest 3-bed, 1-bath home and outbuildings with spectacular views. 5 domestic water taps create potential for more homes, winery, tasting room, etc. $795,000 #694700

The Lario Team

Each office independently owned and operated.

225 Grand Ave., Paonia, CO 81428

Bob and Linda Lario 970-527-7756 (888) 374-7756 blario@tds.net western-colorado-ranch.com

70-ACRE CRAWFORD RANCH

Tucked away on Smith Fork River minutes from Crawford. Hay fields, pastures, lots of trees, orchard, raised-bed garden, spring-fed pond, abundance of wildlife and seclusion. Special home with chef’s dream kitchen, quality finishes throughout and oversized 3-car garage.

Call for custom showing appointment. $1,212,000 #685329

PAONIA HOME ON LARGE ACREAGE

4,397-sq. ft. custom-built 4-bed, 5-bath home features maple cabinets, aspen floors, Corian counters, wrap-around porch and walk-out basement. Sweet 600-sq. ft. guest house with 1 bedroom, kitchen, living room and bath. On 35+ irrigated acres planted in gardens, lavender, grapes and pasture. $525,000 #693938/693946

GREAT FRUIT BUSINESS

Roadside fruit stand near Hotchkiss known as Sparky’s. Existing business includes buildings and equipment such as walk-in cooler, commercial freezer and cherry-pitting machine. 8.7 acres planted in cherries, peaches, pears, plums and blackberries. Lovely 3-bed, 2-bath home with ideal basement office area. $649,000 #711145/#711148

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PREMIER HOME AND PROPERTY in a great location on Rogers Mesa near Hotchkiss! The home lends itself ideally to entertaining and the very fertile land is perfect for your pasture & hay fields, or for your orchards or vineyard! This gorgeous 4 bed, 2 ½ bath home has a great floor plan and many fine features! Fireplaces, floor-to-ceiling stone hearth, wine cellar, custom maple & cherry wood cabinetry, built-ins, covered entry, enclosed patio, cathedral ceilings, and a large custom kitchen! Outside you'll find mature landscaping, lots of trees & shrubs, numerous flower beds on 38 acres, all irrigated.

Multiple cross-fenced pastures/hayfields, a riding/roping arena area, and exceptional mountain views.

Great workshop with a nice little guest apartment w/ 3/4 bath. There is also a second set of utilities and septic installed on the other end of the property if you want a caretaker's home or rental. This is a really special property!! $685,000 #704705

GREAT LITTLE FARM SET-UP on highly-desired Rogers Mesa. Nice 3BD/2BA home on 16+ acres. Good irrigated acreage with fertile soils, and +/- 30 x 40 shop with concrete floor and electricity. The home sits back from the county road quite a ways and is about in the middle of the property, which provides for great privacy. Super mountain and valley views. The property is set up as 3 or 4 different hayfields/pastures and is currently mostly in grass/alfalfa mix, and one field has been in hay-grazer the past several years. Irrigation set-up is via an underground system with gated pipe, and the water is piped all the way from the Fire Mountain Canal to the property. A nice, quiet country location, yet convenient to town. $279,500 #711812

NICE HOME IN A GREAT LOCATION just outside Hotchkiss.

5BD/2BA, 1680 sq.ft. home on 10+ acres has been recently remodeled. Pride of ownership shows throughout! Split floor plan has master suite with full bath on one end and 4 bedrooms on the other end. Way off the road for privacy. Large covered front deck to relax and enjoy the super mountain views and lovely landscaping. Extensive livestock set-up with multiple loafing sheds, corrals, 3-bay livestock shed, hay barn, storage shed, and workshop. Short Ditch water with gated pipe irrigates the 4.5 acre hayfield/pasture. Separately fenced 5 acres is partially sub-irrigated $255,000 #717229

22 IRRIGATED ACRES in a great Rogers Mesa location. Perfect for fruit, vineyards, gardening, hay, or whatever you choose.

Super-fertile soils and great southern exposure. Fire Mountain Canal and Reservoir Company irrigation water with gated-pipe delivery system. Fantastic mountain views. Convenient to town yet in a quiet country location, surrounded by nice homes and properties. Attractive entrance with log-rail fencing. Build your premier home on this attractive and productive property! $229,000 #713736

EXCELLENT IRRIGATED VACANT LAND Nineteen acres on Rogers Mesa with fertile soils, Fire Mountain Canal and Reservoir irrigation with gated pipe, and very well-kept hayfields/pastures. Cross-fenced into three separate fields. Great mountain and valley views in every direction. Rogers Mesa Domestic Water tap is in place, with a frost-free hydrant. There’s a spectacular, secluded building site toward the back of the property that’s ready for your dream home! This is a great place for hay, orchards, vineyards, hops, or gardening. $239,000 #711117

VIEWS ON ROGERS MESA! Very attractive, low-maintenance 5BD/4BA stucco home in a great country location with excellent mountain views, only a couple minutes from Hotchkiss. Large, open country kitchen with center island, custom tile counters, custom cabinets, and a pantry closet with slide-outs and lots of counter space. Enormous Great Room with vaulted ceilings and a family/entertainment room and office adjoining. Roomy master suite. 2-car attached garage has overhead attic room that could be converted to a bonus room. House is wired for speakers inside and out. Listen to music on the large front deck or in the hot tub! Fire Mountain Canal irrigation water for pasture, fruit trees, vines, and/or large gardens. $375,000 #716540

MOUNTAIN CABIN in a beautiful setting at the edge of the aspens north of Paonia. Property has close BLM access and consists of stands of aspens, Gambrel oak, large open meadows, and two nice ponds. Spectacular mountain and valley views.

Cabin is situated far back off a private, dead-end road. Lots of wildlife and good hunting in GMU 521. Cabin is small but functional with 2 BR and a loft. There’s a cistern for water. No hot water, but it could be installed. Includes wood stove and propane lights, range, and refrigerator. If you don’t need this much acreage, sell part of it off. A great deal, priced to sell!

Seller will consider all offers. Here’s the perfect spot for your mountain getaway or hunting cabin! $299,900 #693156

NICE COUNTRY HOME WITH GREAT SHOP near Hotchkiss.

Home is in good condition and ready to move into. Gas forcedair heat and a pellet stove insert in the living room to keep you cozy. Lots of cabinet and counter space. Master suite has a garden tub, shower, and double sinks. Covered deck and entry.

Large, detached oversized 2-car garage/workshop has two 10’high overhead doors, concrete floors, electricity, and lights. Lots of trees and wildlife, and fenced for horses and animals. Nice seasonal pond and irrigation water, too. There’s a lot here for the price! $193,000 #713258

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360 Insurance, Dan Gillespie, Grand Junction .......... 4 Arrowhead Ranch Real Estate................................ 12 Chapman Real Estate, Austin ................................... 5 Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties, Nathalie Ames, Grand Junction & Mesa............. 15 Keller Williams, Boren Team, Montrose................... 6 Mason Real Estate, Delta....................................... 11 Susan McCoy, Paonia, Broker................................... 4

Nesbitt & Co., Lucinda Lull, Pitkin ............................ 6 Ponderosa Real Estate, Kari Wage, Ridgway........... dgway........... 13 ReMax Mountain West, Lario Team, Paonia ............ 2 Shaer Real Estate, Austin ................................. 1, 16 South River Real Estate, Mike Lowry, Montrose ..... 14 United Country RealQuest Realty, Gr. Junction.... tion.... 7, 8, 9, 10 Western Colorado Realty, Myles Roberts erts ................. 3

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AG ADVANTAGE INSURANCE Located between Paonia and Hotchkiss on Stewart Mesa.

Set up for horses with two barns and corrals on 38.5 +/- acres of very productive farmland with great water rights. This is an income producing property in crops, horse boarding and two rental units or employee housing. Luxury horse barn with wood paneled horse stalls and quality owner’s apartment built in 2010. The ranch has carried as many as 35 horses in winter and produced 81 tons of hay last season. Price available on request. More photos available. Seller is broker/owner.

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970-948-7900 or rangerider25@gmail.com

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30+ years of representing Buyers and Sellers and Exclusively Representing Property in the Quartz Creek Valley, Pitkin and surrounding areas.

303 & 311 Main St.

Are a perfect year round or seasonal family home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, outbuildings and garage TOGETHER with a quaint income property, or mother-in-law apartment next door. A lovely and warm property, with all the fun you need to find in the thousands of acres of forest land that surround the historic town of Pitkin, Colorado. $329,000 #14134

245 Lime Bluff Drive

Nicely crafted hand-hewn log cabin with everything you could want and more! The cabin is furnished and w/ a CO. Beautiful Views! $249,500 #13747

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95 Geneva Loop

450 Highland Chief Way, Pitkin

Log siding, home on 8+ acres, full basement, extremely well built, furnished and also complete with a CO! A perfect get away! $229,000 #12607

Unique Cabin - geodesic dome - views in all directions. Open and spacious - surrounded by beautiful meadows of lupine. Priced at $169,000 #13856

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104 East Tomichi Ave, P.O. BOX 1450, Gunnison, Colorado 81230

Julia Boren Broker Associate

Office: 970-252-8528 Cell: 970-380-3783

Awesome Views in Horse Fly Canyon

• Custom Built 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 3,426 sq. ft.

• Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counter Tops, Knotty Alder Cabinets, Double Oven, Gas Range Top • Heart Pine Flooring, T&G Pine, Open Beam Ceilings • Wrap-around Porch • 39 Acres, Full Landscaped with Drip System • 3-Stall Barn, Tack Room, Partially Fenced MLS #717141 $599,000 378 Weahgatay, Montrose

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7165 CR 763 (Waunita Pass)

30 acres, views and a cabin, all you would want! $225,000 #13765

New listings coming soon!

Including cabins/homes and land!

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255 Fossil View, Pitkin

Lovely field of lupine and you get a great cabin, views on 9+ acres $155,000 #13653

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820 Upper Armstrong Gulch Road, Pitkin

Well built cabin that has been used as a year round residence. Two lots with a total of 13 acres. $221,000 MLS#tbd

970-641-2235

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Darrell Boren Broker Associate

Office: 970-252-8528 Cell: 970-768-3399

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Peace & Quiet with Views of San Juans & Cimarron Mtns

• 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2,469 sq. ft., Open Concept • Completely Remodeled in 2014 • All New Appliances, On-demand Hot Water • New Windows and Hardwood Flooring • 43 Acres, 2 Walk-out Decks • Close to Fishing, Hunting, Skiing, BLM Land and National Forest

Well Kept Ranch Style Brick Home • 3 Bedroom, 2.75 Bath, 3,584 sq. ft.

• 2 Wood Fireplaces, Freestanding Woodstove • Rustic Cabinets and Built-in BBQ Grill in Kitchen • Large Living and Dining Area with Western Accents • 40 Acres, 10 Irrigated, 40x40 Rustic Metal Barn • Attached Greenhouse, Heated Workshop • 2-Car Detached Garage, 1-Car Attached Garage

MLS #713972 $345,000 4436 County Rd 22, Montrose MLS #706210 $675,000 3768 County Road 1, Montrose

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– $185,000

A completely remodeled 1904 Sears, Roebuck & Co house located in Collbran. This immaculate home is dripping with charm. A spacious 2112 square foot home includes covered front porch, 4 bedrooms, 2 3/4 bath on over 1/4 acre. New paint, roof, wiring, windows, original hardwood floors and so much more. A great location with only a short distance to Powderhorn Ski Resort and Vega Reservoir. Great value for the amount of square footage and the updates!

Julie Piland – (970) 985-0913

Beautiful Fruita Home - $259,900

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3 car garage, stucco ranch style home. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a large kitchen! Landscaped perfectly including drip system to all plants and the garden area and a large covered patio!

Nate Richardson – (970) 201-7637

RV Park on the Gunnison River - $939,000

Almost 20 acres with both Highway and River frontage in Delta, CO. 30 RV sites, 14 lodging units and 2 BR owner/manager quarters. Excellent proven income, financials available, room to expand. Omar Richardson (970) 424-5335

Palisade Wine Country Home

Stunning 360 views from this Beautiful Luxury home at the back of the Gated, Bonnie Brook Vineyards Subdivision. This custom built home overlooks the Colorado River and is spread out on 2.7 acres. Enjoy the in-ground sports pool, hot tub, gazebo, fire pit and breathtaking views!!

This 4700 square foot home has 4+ bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, office, 2 family rooms, game room, 3 car garage, and so much more! Lots of options in the beautifully finished walk out basement.

Crystal Richardson – (970) 210-7036 or Nate Richardson – (970) 201-7637

Classic Redlands Home - Grand Junction

Very comfortable 4BR 3BA 2Car Tri-level on quiet street adjoining neighborhood park. Separate work shop, energy efficient and many extras. 2,356 sq. ft. for $365,000 is an excellent value. Call for appointment.

Omar Richardson (970) 424-5335

Colorado Mountain Log Cabin - $189,900

Newer cabin in historic ghost town of Turret. Year-round access just 12 miles from the bustling arts community of Salida. Off-grid but all the comforts of home. Adjoins National Forest. Includes adjoining lot. Call or text Omar Richardson (719) 530-8441

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We specialize in the specialized – unique properties, large acreages, mineral rights,farm and ranch, commercial, and remote real estate.

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Lock and Leave Ranch Style Home - $269,900

Living room with gas fireplace divider leading to formal dining. Spacious kitchen with lots of storage, counter space and a separate breakfast nook.

Master bedroom has its own little seating area! Enclosed rear patio looking out to the nicely landscaped yard. Oversized 2 car garage has built in workshop. Backyard includes an 8X10 storage shed & 12X27 RV parking. Full stucco exterior. Call Dave Woodward - (970) 261-3850

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Off Grid Colorado Log Cabin

This Colorado Log Cabin on 38 acres near Grand Mesa, Gunnison, and Uncompaghre National Forests is located 5 miles south of Hotchkiss, CO and is 45 miles northwest of Blue Mesa Reservoir. The Gunnison River, a premier Gold Medal Fishing river, is nearby. The 3 National Forests are prime hunting ground for all kinds of wildlife. The one room log cabin and log workshop feature 10 inch logs. The property has an untreated spring fed cistern for use on the property. Views from the property include the West Elks and the Grand Mesa. Dave Woodward – (970) 261-3850

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Log Home on 35 Acres - $350,000

This Colorado mountain recreation, fishing & hunting property overlooks the White River 14 miles East of Meeker, Colorado on the Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway. The 1,914 Sq. Ft. residence is situated on 35 acres with 1 main bedroom, 3 sleeping lofts, and a country kitchen next to a post and beam living room. Dave Woodward – (970) 261-3850

4639 Bass Lake Court, DeBeque, CO - $89,900

• 1.51 Acre lot • Spectacular Views!!

• Ready to Build - water tap paid • Access to private 25 acre lake • Close to Colorado River and BLM • Teresa Rens, (970) 210-5190

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20401 Red Cliff Rd, Glade Park, CO - $529,900

• Private, Gated Mountain-Top Subdivision • 3100 sq.ft. Custom built home on 33 acres • 3 Car Garage + 5 Car Workshop • Vista and Valley Views • Recreation close- minutes to Colorado National Monument • Adjacent 35 acre parcel also available • Teresa Rens (970) 210-5190 and Mike Krieg (970) 640-4772

Colorado Mountain Luxury Home on Acreage -$1,200,000

Irrigated – Second Home – Ultra Modern – Unique –Beautiful Angie Taylor – (970) 314-1104

United Country RealQuest Realty of Grand Junction is your go to real estate firm

for Recreational & Luxury Homes, Farm & Ranch, Land and Commercial properties on the Western Slope. We sell so much land that our office has been recognized by The Land Report – the magazine of the American landowner – as one of the top 100 Best Land Brokerages in the country. We have earned this prestigious ranking for the last three years - 2012, 2013 and 2014!

If you are looking to Buy or Sell in one of these categories, contact United Country RealQuest Realty.

We specialize in what you’re looking for – that’s why around here we say “WE SELL LIFESTYLE!”

Luxury Home in the Fruit & Wine Country of Palisade - $1,195,000

• 4500 sq. ft. Tuscan style home. • 16 acres with 16 shares of irrigation water.

• 2000 sq. ft. shop building. • Michael Krieg (970) 640-4772

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Black Canyon Ranch - $1,295,000

Wonderful Western Colorado Hay Farm and Ranch. 200 Acres – 100 Irrigated – Hunting - Two Homes - Shop – Barn- Hay Shed.

Owner Carry Terms Available. Michael Krieg (970) 640-4772

Granite Springs Ranch – 4,900,000

Over 3600 Acre Ranch (1,667 deeded) with Creek, Springs, Ponds & Adjudicated Water Rights! Excellent hunting, hay fields, year round county maintained roads near Grand Junction.

Craig Ginter (970) 260-6230

Luxury Log Home & Mountain Ranch - $ 4,979,000

• 8800 sq. ft. Luxury Log Home on 420 acres with 3 Trout Ponds • 4500 sq. ft. Morton Shop Building • Large Climate Controlled Greenhouse • 3000 sq. ft. Horse Barn with Managers Quarters Michael Krieg (970) 640-4772

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Glade Park Luxury Home & Horse Property - $1,100,000

• Unique Colorado Hay Farm and Ranch. • Large acreage with two homes.

• Borders BLM. • Michael Krieg (970) 640-4772

Equestrian Property Located on Orchard Mesa - $1,600,000

31 acres with a 2620 sq. ft. 4 bedroom, 3 bath home and 30 X 60 horse barn is the perfect equine setup for horse lovers. 27 acres irrigated with gated pipe. Zoned AFT. 100% of mineral rights on 20 acres convey with sale of property. 1,250,000 to 1,500,000 tons of proven gravel reserves. More commercial acreage available with separate pricing.

Dave Woodward (970) 261-3850 or Craig Ginter (970) 260-6230

Sheila Grettner Licensed Personal Assistant

Cell (970) 234-5369

H.B. Mason Broker Associate

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FLATIRON RANCH

Flatiron Ranch is a very secluded & private setting with 240+/- picturesque acres with breathtaking mountain/valley views, abundant wildlife, small pond and a year round creek. There are 100+/- irrigated acres in hay production and 60+/irrigated acres in pasture. Custom remodeled 3,800+/- sq. ft. home with 5BD/4BA, large family room with vaulted ceilings, stone fireplace, beautiful upgraded kitchen, and so much more! Detached 2,000+/- sq. ft. garage and machine shop, older barn/calving shed, and other livestock shelters. Wildlife paradise with elk, deer, bear, turkey and an occasional moose (GMU 421). Collbran #717099 $1,780,000

HARTS BASIN RANCH

Paradise & privacy on this beautiful 1,855+/- acres currently a working cow operation and an excellent hunting property.

You'll enjoy seeing the wildlife right out your back door! Includes NF Livestock Permit for 394 AUM’s. 220+/- irrig. acres, and live water year round. Complete with ranch manager's home, working pens, calving barn, and shop! End of the road privacy! Eckert. #701959 $3,100,000

STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Spectacular mountain views from this stunning log home on 98.24+/- acres! Fantastic shop and machine shed, gorgeous fencing, pond and so much more! Log home is a 5BD/3BA, 4,250+/- sq. ft. quintessential Colorado log home! Views that go on forever right out the wall of windows in the living room! Covered deck, spacious back patio and so much more! Other purchasing options available-call for details!

Crawford $1,450,000 #709238

CRAWFORD RANCH

Excellent livestock/equestrian setup on 134+/- acres, with approximately 50+/- irrigated acres in hay/pasture. Beautiful remodeled 4,000+/- sq. ft. home, detached 3 car garage, horse barns, shop, newer equipment/hay shed, and a second guest/rental home with 3BD/2BA. Enjoy the wildlife and tout pond out the back door. Gorgeous mountain and valley views, privacy and only minutes to town. Crawford. #717623 $1,399,500

HUNTER’S PARADISE

Secluded mountain getaway! 80 +/- acres located in the Bookcliffs and bordered on two sides by BLM. Property has a 576 +/- sq. ft. rustic cabin with breathtaking views!

Property has all you need as a big game hunter. In GMU 30 this property provides excellent hunting for Elk, Deer, Bear, Lion, and much more all from the comfort of your cabin. Adjoining 160 +/- acres available as well, please contact agent for more info! Loma $205,900 #715899

Brian Mason Broker Owner

Cell (970) 234-3167 brianmason@reagan.com

www.masonrecolorado.com

970-874-9968 • 263 Main St. • Delta, a CO 81416 a,

WEST ELK MOUNTAIN RETREAT

Gorgeous & very private 500+/- mtn. acres located 11.5 miles southeast of Paonia in the West Elk Mountains. Enjoy this wildlife paradise with excellent big game hunting for elk , deer, bear, and turkey in GMU 53 with over the counter tags for bull elk. Plus your very own trout pond & creek located near the main cabin.

Well maintained 3BD/1BA log cabin (off grid), plus a smaller log bunkhouse. At an elevation of 9000 ft. with seasonal access via a Forest Service Road and the property does border the Gunnison National Forest. $1,500,000 Somerset #703230

AVARITTE PERFORMANCE HORSE RANCH

Beautiful 70+/- acre equestrian ranch. A 3,950+/- sq. ft. custom home overlooks the Gunnison River with stunning views. Insulated barn (144’x96’) with indoor arena, stalls, rest rooms, tack & feed room, wash/vet rack, apartment and more. Additional outdoor arena (375’x150’), 47+/- irrigated acres in hay/pasture, river frontage, and convenient to town.

Austin $1,490,000 #690792

PINYON MESA MOUNTAIN PARADISE

Beautiful 160+/- acres with mountain meadows, ponderosa pines and aspens. Superb big game/wildlife habitat with excellent elk, deer, bear and turkey hunting in GMU 40. Property has two springs, nice pond and several wallows. Exceptionally private and secluded setting and less than an hour drive from Grand Junction. Glade Park $895,000

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Arrowhead in Gunnison Country

A Mountain Community within Majestic Wilderness!

Cradled within Aspens and Evergreens, Arrowhead offers a way of life that is unique, special and likely never to be duplicated. Located halfway between Montrose and Gunnison, Arrowhead is served by a central water system which carries chlorinated, filtered spring water throughout the community. Underground electricity and telephone lines – with DSL high speed service – 303 Hazel Lake Dr. - $229,900 Snowshoe Lane - $319,500 1770 Spruce - $229,000 are available to every lot. There are well placed fire Charming A-frame cabin with hardwood floors, This606 3 bedroom, 3 bath custom-built cabin has it all! Inviting log sided ranch style cabin. Vaulted hydrants and is protected by a volunteer Fire De- jetted tub, log stair case and steps to loft, vaulted Living area w/vaulted Western Red Cedar ceiling aspen T&G ceilings, wainscoting paneling, hickpartment for your safety. ceiling, recessed lights, birch kitchen cabinets, wood plank walls, huge master bedroom with his ory kitchen cabinets, pellet stove and windows wood stove and a spacious sunny deck. With

and hers walk-in closets, loft area, remodeled kitchen with granite counters and double oven, large laundry room and a huge wrap-a-round deck to enjoy the beautiful great outdoors of Arrowhead!

Completely renovated A-frame in the forest! Includes 2 main floor bedrooms, bath, kitchen and living area with woodburning stove plus a roomy loft/bedroom. And a 1.5 car garage for all your mountain toys!

Custom workmanship can be found throughout this lovely, well maintained cabin. Special features include 2x6 log siding, beamed ceilings with aspen tongue and groove and pine paneling throughout. 2 car heated garage w/workshop.

There's also a family-owned lodge where you're furnishings included, you can move right in and welcome to stay while visiting Arrowhead. start enjoying mountain living at its best!

Or come up for the day to look at property and enjoy the lodge's bar and restaurant. From fishing to hunting to skiing and snowmobiling to hiking and biking, there is a long list of outdoor pursuits here at Arrowhead. Come see how breathtaking and affordable mountain living can be. Arrowhead has a wide price range of real estate opportunities, with vacant lots starting at $15,000 and homes starting near $165,000.

127 Balsam Road - $199,000

Come Up and View It Live!

100 Balsam - $319,000

galore, covered porch and sunny deck make this a perfect mountain get-a-way. And there's plenty of room to store your mountain toys in the detached 1.5 car garage.

421 Rim - $299,000

Surrounded by aspens, this lovely mountain cabin is located in a VERY PRIVATE location. With 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, living room w/dining area, loft and family room, you can bring up the whole family and friends too!

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970-729-0300 Kari Wage

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Forever Sky Ranch

Gorgeous home on 178+ spectacular acres!! Nice and secluded so you have plenty of privacy with the nearest neighbor about a 1/4 mile away. Perfect 360째 views of the beautiful Western Colorado mountain ranges. This one has many, many extras including an insulated shop with an apartment. Beautiful 3700+ sq. ft. home has pristine construction and lots of nice features and was completed in 2012. Ready for you to move right in. Lots of room on this property for your toys too, plenty of space to park an RV, snowmobiles, jet skis, whatever you may have. No covenants here! If you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle, you can't get much farther away than this one and still have access to town aand the amenities. City of Montrose o only 6 miles away. House is plumbed f geothermal/solar & wired for solar for photovoltic panels. 4000 gallons of p ppropane storage and 13,000 gallons of w water storage. Detached 2400 sq. ft. s steel, passive solar design w workshop/garage (4 car) & apartment.

$1,170,000 MLS# 716549

High Mesa Ranch

Unique opportunity to own your mesa ranch. This 480 acre ranch offering Pinion, Junipers, Ponderosa, Gamble Oak and Cottonwoods through canyon is a very private setting for this 4,826 sq. ft. log home and detached 1056 sq. ft. garage. Two cozy fireplaces - one in the main room and one in the basement. Beautiful stone water feature in main living area. Enjoy the 628 sq. ft. deck with the fabulous views of the surrounding mountains (Grand Mesa, Stormking, Cimarron, San Juan to Horsefly). Also, 320 sq. ft. utility building and an historical hunters cabin. Workshop with fireplace sits behind the garage. This parcel is perfect for family/corporate retreats or perfect hunters paradise. This property is zoned both Alpine & High Mesa Zones - both allow 35 acre density. Keep all as one parcel or new owner may split. Adjudicated spring (Klinger Springs Case No. 88CW116 - .01 c.f.s. ) and pond.

$1,900,000 MLS# 711529

South River Real Estate, Inc.

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(970) 249-2662 • www.SORIVER.com 18101 Woodgate Rd., Montrose, CO 81403 Mike Lowry - 209-4312

Debra E. Kane - 275-2791

IMMACULATE SPLIT-FLOOR PLAN HOME

RANCH WITH CREEK RUNNING THROUGH

Beautiful home; quiet rural location; 2,826 sq. ft.; 3 bedroom; 3 baths; large country kitchen; glass gas fireplace; lots of windows; great mountain views; French doors in master bedroom to patio; recirculating hot water system; rock patio plumbed for gas grill; 3-car garage with lots of storage and counter top with a sink; 30x26 heated shop with electricity, concrete floors, 220V power, lots of lighting, man door and 10 ft. door as well as another framed in if a second door is desired; approximately 7.8 shares of UVWUA and gated pipe included; exceptionally designed landscaping featuring water feature, mature trees; circular driveway; close proximity to Montrose County Airport; come take a look to see all it has to offer.

Quiet, secluded but yet functional piece of property; situated on both sides of Highway 90 with East Paradox Creek winding its way through; surrounded by BLM property; nice 1,800 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level home with detached 2 car garage plus various other outbuildings; pipe corrals and round pen, roping arena, loading sheds and feeders; another positive characteristic, is that you can take off from the ranch and ride your horse along the Dolores River and Sandy Ridges; nestled below the mountain ridge, the unique setting can only be appreciated by being there in person.

M.L.S. #716807 Price: $598,000.00

M.L.S. #714919/#714924 Price: $225,000.00

PRIME FARM LAND

IRRIGATED FARM GROUND WEST OF DELTA

This outstanding parcel of farm land features level topography with a concrete ditch along the east boundary and also includes some gated pipe. In addition, there are approximately 35 shares of Uncompahgre Valley Water Users Association project water which run with the land. Another important factor is there are no covenants affecting the same. Therefore the possibilities are limitless.

Come take a look for yourself to determine all it has to offer.

Nestled in the valley floor; optimal level farm ground; water tap included; electricity installed on the property; natural gas available; ample shares of UVWUA and priority water irrigation water; paved road frontage; fenced on two sides; exceptional views of Grand Mesa and surrounding mountains; come take a look at this exceptional farm ground to get a real feel for setting up your farm or ranch operation.

7.89 Acres • Montrose • Montrose County

34.82 Acres • Delta • Delta County

M.L.S. #714591 Price: $260,000.00

ACREAGE WITH NO COVENANTS 2.63 Acres • Montrose • Montrose County

This tract of land includes a water tap and irrigation water. The most appealing factors are there are no covenants affecting the same, and it is located on the coveted Spring Creek Mesa. Because of the outstanding views, beautiful neighborhood, mature trees and access immediately off a paved county road, this parcel would making an exceptional building site. In addition due to the gentle sloping terrain, your dream home could be positioned to overlook your livestock grazing in the pasture below. Come take a look at this spectacular parcel and all it has to offer!

M.L.S. #711288 Price: $120,000.00

315.7 Acres • Bedrock • Montrose County

10.01 Acres • Delta • Delta County

M.L.S. #690282 Price: $150,000.00

QUIET COUNTRY SETTING

7.68 Acres • Norwood • San Miguel County

If country living is what you are looking for, then this parcel just might be the place for you; two-car garage dry walled, heated, insulated, electricity; 644 sq. ft. 1-bedroom apartment above garage, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets, porcelain tile counter tops; storage shed; green canvas carport; spectacular mountain views; a foundation is in place with approved drawings for a 3,500 sq. ft. home that could be built to existing structure; 2 shares of Gurley irrigation water; low maintenance thus allowing enjoyment of area recreational pursuits.

M.L.S. #684676 Price: $250,000.00 Price Reduction: $225,000.000

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11011 Highway 65, Mesa, Co 81643

970-314-3920 | names@nathalieames.com

1900 Broadway – Grand Junction, CO Imagine the possibilities. Hidden River Ranch has 176.86 pristine acres with over a mile of private Colorado River frontage and is surrounded by the Colorado National Monument to the South, expansive views of the Book cliffs to the North and the Grand Mesa to the East. The gentle sloping hills, flat terrain, rocky outcrops and the river bank allows for numerous opportunities. The land is located in an outdoor person’s paradise and recreation area near Fruita and in the West Redlands.

Envision a secluded single family residence, a bed & breakfast, a dude ranch with glamping, the base for a rafting & bike tour company or a single family development. A subdivision has already been platted and engineered for 42 building lots.

This beautiful property comes with 1.3 cubic feet per second of water rights from the Colorado River. The possibilities are endless… List Price $1,930,000

11691 Highway 65 – Mesa, CO Located in the heart of the picturesque Plateau Valley, this luxury Colorado ranch and home captures views of the surrounding mountains, ski slopes, abundant wildlife and fields. Highlights include a custom 3,008 sqft classic log & stone home, 155 acres, ample water rights, ponds, productive hay fields, fenced pastures, stable & barn, guest cabin, art Studio, a bunk house, workshop and an apple orchard. The ranch sits perfectly just outside the charming Village of Mesa and is located off HWY 65 with easy access to HWY 330, the Debeque Cutoff and I-70 to Grand Junction or Denver. The nearby Grand Mesa National Forest and Vega State Park have hundreds of miles of hiking, ATV, snowmobile, cross country skiing & horse trails, over 300 lakes for fishing, Powderhorn Mountain Resort for skiing & recreation and beautiful wildlife and views for photography. The area is also known nationally for excellent elk & deer hunting.

List Price $2,300,000

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Crawford Hay Producer

The renowned 7X Ranch may be the most historic ranch in western Colorado. Established in the late 1800's this working ranch was known as the “Cattle Barons Castle”. The stone mansion has become a landmark with its gracious setting and manicured lawns. Complementing buildings are a stone “Carriage House”, classic 3 level barn, and homestead log cabin. 1,400 acres total including 500 irrigated acres. Several miles of public lands boundary, and included is control of adjoining 2,680 acre BLM grazing lease. Good big game hunting land, one mile fishing creek, ponds, springs, wells and only a 20 minute drive to town. Cattle barns, sheds, corrals and feed pens. Nice climate at 6,700ft elevation. MLS# 715934

Ranch property can be a real show place with good water rights, sprinkler irrigated hay fields, secluded mountain view building sites, 2 domestic water taps and year around creek.

Raise a three hundred tons of hay and have plenty of winter pasture. 120 acre feet of Crawford Reservoir, 95 shares Crawford Clipper Ditch, 2 Crawford Mesa water taps. 1,328sf ranch house, concrete block shop with 3 phase electric, wood stove and air compressor. No conservation easement. Valuable gravel resource for the future, measured by the County. Over 100 acres of pines, cedars and mixed grazing. Deer and elk hunting. Build a house in the trees on the hill overlooking the rolling green fields. $1,300,000. MLS #705819

Bolton Ranch

Ideal Crawford Ranch

Turn key gentleman’s ranch north of Hotchkiss. Paved county road access to the beautiful home that has sweeping North Fork Valley views. Sprinkler irrigated hay fields are easy to manage. Livestock working corrals are state of the art. Cows go to the high country grazing permits in May and come back in the fall. Good water rights both Fire Mountain canal and decree water. Two domestic wells and utilities in place for potential future building sites. Treed wildlife area, pond, shop, machine shed, nice landscaping. Trophy mule deer hunting. Also elk and turkey. $1,600,000. MLS #715081

Take over this quality hay and cattle ranch in a picture perfect Fruitland Mesa setting. Paved access to this 160 acres at 6,700ft elevation. 90 irrigated acres in hay and pasture. Good yields from fertile sprinkler irrigated land. Nice log sided home with wrap around covered porch and attached 2 car garage. Several outbuildings including shop, machine shed, corrals, feed pens and loafing shed. Cedar and pine areas with natural draw and rock outcrops. Big game hunting. Borders BLM and has BLM grazing permit. $2,000,000. MLS # 715189

Bear Ranch

Mesa Winds

Working cattle ranch north of Hotchkiss. 2,417 acres with 300 acres irrigated. In addition the ranch has 1,380 acres of adjoining BLM grazing lands. Paved access, good pipe shipping corrals, several pastures for rotation and good year around stock water. Over a mile of Leroux Creek, and old decreed water rights. Good hunting, lots of tree cover and 2 miles BLM boundary. 649 acre mountain parcel at 8,000ft adds another dimension to the ranch.

Connected by BLM land and trails. Houses, corrals and horse arena. MLS # 715942

Organic vineyard, winery and orchard near Hotchkiss.

Plenty of diversity with this profitable operation including apples, peaches, wine grapes, table grapes, hay and room to expand into other high value crops. In addition, a winery allows wholesale and retail sales of your own wine. This is a turn key offering with everything necessary to step in and be in business. Lengthy list of machinery and equipment, great water rights, new irrigation delivery system, current fruit varieties all young and in good condition. 36 acres, residence quarters and additional guest rooms. Modern winery building with coolers.

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