Gunnison Mountain River Ranch

Gunnison Mountain River Ranch

Paonia, Colorado M4R A NCHGROUP.com (970) 944–4444 | R ANCHES@M4R ANCHGROUP.COM

$3,445,000 - 160± Acres

Jake Murphy - Broker Associate | Licensed in CO 970-901-7821 | Jake@M4RanchGroup.com Seth Craft - Broker Associate | Licensed in CO, NM, WY 970-787-0864 | Seth@M4RanchGroup.com

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The Ranch Gunnison Mountain River Ranch consists of 160± deeded acres and is backed into 2,925± acres of BLM and bordered by 18,221± acres of National Forrest Land. The ranch controls 1.35± miles of Minnesota Creek, providing trout fishing, and 20± acres of irrigated hay production ground with 7.155± cfs of water rights. The ranch is partially fenced. The ranch sits in Minnesota Creek Valley and provides stunning views of Gunnison Mountain, Lion Gulch, Minnesota Creek, and the valley.

Improvements on the ranch include a 3,288± square foot off-grid log home. The home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The home is outfitted with off-grid solar and hydropower, the hydro off-grid power system is top of the line. The interior of the home has stunning log beams and tongue & groove ceiling, with touches of beautiful metal work. The log home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, kitchen, dining room, and office on the main floor. Upstairs is a loft, 2 bedrooms and a bath.

The home has an open feel layout but with some separation. A nice wrap around deck and upper balcony deck lets you enjoy the stunning views and fresh mountain air. The home is on a well - cistern with a water purification system.

Other improvements include a large barn/ workshop complete with concrete flooring and horse stalls. A guest house and historic cabin complete the Gunnison Mountain River Ranch.

Gunnison Mountain River Ranch sits inside the coveted Game Management Unit 53.

GMU 53 is a partial limited elk unit, allowing for over-the-counter elk license during 2nd and 3rd rifle. The ranch qualifies for the landowner preference program, providing excellent Mule deer and elk hunting. The ranch’s fantastic recreational opportunities, hay production, and ability to have horses or other livestock makes this a must-see ranch.

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Water resources

DITCH

SOURCE

USE

AMOUNT

Harding Kerns Ditch B24 East Fork of Minnesota Creek

Irrigation

1.655 cfs

Harding Kerns Ditch J104 East Fork of Minnesota Creek Harding Kerns Ditch East Fork of Minnesota Creek

Domestic and Stock Water Irrigation

0.5 5.0

cfs cfs

Water Well • Permit #209905 • 15 GPM • Use: Up to 3 Homes, Irrigation (1 Acre), Domestic Animals

20± Acres of Irrigated Hay Production Ground

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Improvements

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3,288± Sq. Ft. 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Office In-Floor Radiant Heat Log Beams Tongue & Groove Wood Burning Fireplace

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Improvements

• Barn/Workshop with Horse Stalls • 2 Guest Cabins • Solar & Hydropower • Cistern with Water Purification System • Irrigation

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Wildlife

GMU 53

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Partial Limited Elk Unit Mule Deer Hunting Over the Counter Elk during 2nd and 3rd Rifle Ranch Qualifies for Landowner Preference Program

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location

Gunnison Mountain River Ranch sits outside of the historical town of Paonia, Colorado.

Paonia is known for its apple and cherry orchards, and boasts optimal conditions for farming, and growing a huge variety of fruits and vegetables. Paonia is an hour plus from the western slope hub of Grand Junction and an hour plus from Montrose.

airports Airport

Kind of Service

Miles from Paonia, CO

Montrose Regional Airport Grand Junction Regional Airport Denver International Airport

Domestic Domestic Domestic and International

48± Miles 76± Miles 250± Miles

climate

Paonia, CO

Average high in °F: Average low in °F: Av. precipitation in inch: Average snowfall in inch:

Jan 28 10 2.13 15.43

Feb 30 14 2.09 14.33

Mar 39 21 2.6 9.53

Apr 47 27 2.44 4.69

May 58 35 1.97 1.42

Jun 72 45 0.98 0.04

Average high in °F: Average low in °F: Av. precipitation in inch: Average snowfall in inch:

Jul 77 57 2.05 0

Aug 74 55 1.81 0

Sep 68 46 1.5 0

Oct 53 36 1.77 1.77

Nov 41 25 1.54 7.72

Dec 30 17 2.01 13.31

https://www.weather-us.com/en/colorado-usa/paonia-climate

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surrounding attributes Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park- Telluride Ski ResortGunnison, CO Telluride, CO Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is in Western Colorado, one of the deepest canyons in the world. It surrounds part of a deep, steep-walled gorge carved through Precambrian rock by the Gunnison River. You can take a boat ride with the National Park Service in the depths of the canyon. Amazingly, there was once a narrow-gauge railroad through it, which Mark Twain called the most frightening ride of his life. Roads and trails along the north and south rims have views of the Black Canyon's dramatic drops and the striated Painted Wall cliff. The winding East Portal Road descends to the river. Wildlife includes mule deer, elk and golden eagles.

Ouray - Colorado Ouray Hot Springs geothermally heated mineral pools range from 104 degrees in contrast to 75 degrees fahrenheit or 40 to 24 degrees celsius. Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, certainly used by Ute Indians. The hot springs pool, surrounded by 13,000-foot snow-capped peaks, also has five separate geothermally heated pools. This year-round hot springs, most noteworthy, has been operating since 1927.

The Ouray Ice Park is the mecca for ice climbing in Colorado.

It attracts climbers from all over the world to the “Switzerland of America”. The Ice Park showcases a massive manmade ice wall, located a short walk from downtown Ouray.

Box Canyon was founded as a mining camp and helped the city of Ouray establish itself as a permanent community.

Box Canyon is home to Box Canyon Falls, a 285 feet (87 m) waterfall, with quartzite walls that extend almost one hundred feet past the falls. Access to the canyon is through a short, 500 feet foot trail to the base of the falls or a steep trail leading to the top of the falls.

Telluride Ski Resort is considered one of Colorado’s best ski resorts and one of the best in the country—and for good reason. More than 2,000 skiable acres and 4,425-foot vertical drop: 23 percent beginner, 36 percent intermediate, 41 percent expert/advanced. The small, 8-by-12 block town itself is an adorable, European-style village set in a canyon of tall mountain peaks. Although it is most well-known as a winter destination, music and food festivals draw visitors in the warmer months.

Blue Mesa Reservoir – Curecanti National Recreation Area- Gunnison, CO Colorado's largest reservoir and home to the largest Kokanee Salmon population in the Western US. Blue Mesa Reservoir is 330 feet at the deepest point and is made up of 3 basins, 4 boat launches, two marinas and over 100 miles of shoreline. It is truly a magnificent area nestled in the Rocky Mountains. Blue Mesa is a recreationalist’s dream. Options for play include sailing, power boating, fishing, and water skiing. Windsurfing is popular among those looking to get a workout on the water.

Grand Mesa Visitor Center Cedaredge, CO The Grand Mesa in Colorado is the largest flattop mountain in the world, encompassing more than 500 square miles and standing over 10,000 feet above sea level. The Grand Mesa Scenic Byway is 63 miles through the national forest, providing beautiful vistas of the National Forest’s lakes, wildlife, and geological features.

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