Hesperus CO Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Elegance and thoughtful detail abound in this classic southwest Colorado home. Set back from the road and situated among 39+/- acres of juniper and pinion woodlands, the homesite offers sweeping views of the La Plata Mountains with maximum visual privacy. Ascend the curved stone steps to an entryway that opens into an elegant great room and kitchen area. This spacious central room with tumbled travertine floors and twelve foot ceilings provides an inviting and warm space for easy entertaining and everyday living. The handsome stone fireplace and mantle features custom masonry, reclaimed oak, large gas logs, and a custom steel fire screen and mantle supports created by a local artisan blacksmith. Mountain views are prominent throughout this main room as new picture windows plus a custom steel and glass doorway by Schiavone Woodworking were added to maximize light and views. The thoughtfully designed kitchen area works great for everyday use and delivers optimal function and style for parties and entertaining. Details include a Lacanche French range with six burners, griddle, grill, French eye, custom commercial venting system, and three ovens (2 electric/1 gas). The kitchen also has a microwave drawer, stainless 48-bottle wine cooler, stainless Sub-Zero glass-front refrigerator, single-slab granite countertops and a large island with bar seating and stainless sink. There's also a cozy breakfast niche with window seating surrounded by large windows framing incredible mountain views. A separate freezer-fridge provides extra storage. The formal dining room provides an enchanting dining environment with 10' ceilings, chandeliers, cream linen curtains and custom lighting. The private sitting room located near the two guest suites creates a warm atmosphere for quiet conversation. This bonus living space is filled with natural light by the newly installed picture windows lending dramatic views of the surrounding hills and rocky cliffs. A cozy gas fireplace is framed by a lovely mantle with granite accents and built in book cases. The beautiful powder room was renovated in 2022 with Phillip Jeffries wallpaper, custom wooden vanity, contemporary formed concrete sink and sconce lighting. Down the corridor on the opposite end from the guest suites is the private master bedroom suite. This spacious retreat includes a gas fireplace with an antique cypress mantle from New Orleans and two large walk-in closets. The master suite boasts gorgeous views of the scenic surroundings via picture windows on the north and french doors leading to the north deck. The luxurious master bath has seamless granite counter tops, walk-in steam shower with three waterfall shower heads, built-in corner bench and separate deep-soak bathtub. Each guest bedroom features en-suite bathrooms. The first guest bedroom has 10' ceilings with two closets. This bathroom has shower tub/combo with travertine tile counters, Kohler porcelain sinks, and bronze fixtures. Guest bedroom two also has a large walk-in closet with rear deck access and beautiful views of the La Platas. The en-suite bathroom has a porcelain Kohler under-mount sink, walk-in shower with a built-in bench and waterfall shower head. The owners added air conditioning in early 2024. Many improvements for outdoor enjoyment including a stucco and stone front patio with built-in seating and serving shelf. This appealing feature can be used throughout the day. Evening use is made comfortable with a 72-inch custom stone masonry ribbon fireplace with glass wind screen. Over 25 trees including fir, pine, spruce and aspen have been added along with establishing perennial beds with flowers, roses and shrubs to attract summer butterflies and hummingbirds. The entire area surrounding the house outside of the beds has been seeded for local grasses. A new asphalt driveway was completed in '21 and seal coated in 2022. The heated 864 square ft 3-car garage provides warmth and extra storage. 15 minutes to Durango!

"Oak Land" 2 secluded and private modern mountain dwellings on over 12 acres of natural Colorado land, conveniently located only 15 minutes from Durango, CO and 45 minutes from Farmington, NM. This property would make a great off-grid home, mountain retreat, or Airbnb investment. Unit 1 is 1,325sf 9yo apartment built above a 3-car garage. Apartment is an open floorplan "studio" design with a 3/4 bath and a massive kitchen. Kitchen features stainless counters, gas cooktop, pantry-style cabinets, a grocery elevator, and a large breakfast bar. Apartment boasts a tankless water furnace, radiant heat, a pellet stove, mountain views, ceiling fan, tongue-and-groove ceilings, and hardwood floors. Bath and laundry room combo. Downstairs is a finished, insulated, and heated, 3-car garage with additional storage and a custom dog-wash! Unit 2 is a 500sf 10yo custom-built tiny home cabin with a screened porch and a deck. Room for a hot tub in deck! Home has a bedroom and a loft, and a full bathroom with a jetted tub. Full kitchen with stainless gas stove/oven, fridge, MW, and breakfast bar. Stackable W/D space in bedroom. Loft fits King-sized mattress. Living room has a gas log fireplace, fan, and skylights. Screened in patio has a ceiling fan for those cool summer afternoons in the mountains. Property is on a shared well, has a gated drive, and includes sheds and a metal garage as well.

Nestled on a picturesque 5-acre property, this home offers sweeping panoramic views of the La Plata Mountains and glimpses of the majestic Sleeping Ute and Utah peaks. The newly constructed 2,502 sq ft residence is surrounded by both the natural Colorado landscape and the meticulously designed landscaping courtesy of Scapegoat Landscaping, just 15 minutes from downtown Durango. 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this residence is thoughtfully designed to accommodate both everyday living and gracious entertaining. Upon arrival, a circular driveway welcomes you, providing ample space for multiple vehicles and guest parking. Stepping inside, you are greeted by an inviting entryway with engineered hardwood flooring, leading seamlessly into the expansive kitchen outfitted with stainless steel appliances, authentic quartzite countertops, a wine fridge, a spacious island, a convenient pot filler above the stove, and an abundance of counter space. The adjoining living room and dining area is filled with natural light and expansive windows, offering beautiful views of the La Plata Mountains, while also featuring wiring for fireplace installation. Adjacent to the entryway, a convenient half bathroom, a bedroom that would be great for an office space, and access to the expansive garage with an oversized electric system (320amps), 8 foot doors, and there is plenty of room on either side of the house to add a detached workshop. The main level primary suite offers a generously proportioned closet, a dedicated laundry room, and a bathroom complete with dual vanity sinks, a soaking tub, radiant heated tile flooring, and a rejuvenating 3-head steam shower. The upper level has two additional well-appointed carpeted bedrooms and a bathroom storage and a tiled tub. The home is equipped with a high-efficiency propane furnace and central A/C with dual zones, ensuring comfort throughout both levels of the residence. 50' Stainless Steel Pet Dog Grooming bath Tub wash shower station available to install in the garage if wanted.

Three Canyons Ranch boasts magnificent 5,196 square foot Colorado-style home that seamlessly marries rustic charm with modern luxury. Michael and Susan Ellison purchased the ranch 33 years ago and that is when they like to say "that is when the love affair with Three Canyons Ranch began". The Ellison family took great care to preserve the rich history of the ranch while designing and completing the extensive list of improvements that they have made to the property over the last 33 years.The home is a true masterpiece of design and a tribute to the region's rich history, as it incorporates repurposed building materials from the historic ranch it calls home. Upon arrival, you're greeted by the homes harmonious blend of natural stone and timber, exuding a timeless allure. The large and inviting covered front porch tempts you to just stop and take a seat to enjoy the peace and serenity of the ranch, but when you to step inside, that is where the magic truly begins. As you enter, your eyes are immediately drawn upward to the vaulted tongue and groove wood ceilings that give the home an open, warm, and inviting feel. The focal point of the spacious living area is an awe-inspiring rock fireplace, perfect for cozying up to on those chilly Colorado evenings. The chef's kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances, granite countertops, and custom cabinetry. It's a culinary enthusiast's dream, designed to impress both the chef and their guests. Additional features include an office and a wine room. The main home features four bedrooms, 3 with en-suite baths, and five well-appointed bathrooms, which makes this home ideal for family living and for hosting guests. The master suite is a haven of tranquility, featuring a private en-suite bath and picturesque views of the surrounding natural beauty. Entertainment is paramount in this residence, with a recreation room for indoor fun, and a truly one of a kind trophy and home the room to display your most prized hunting trophies and for watching your favorite films. The home offers the perfect balance between relaxation and recreation. Beyond the home itself, this property boasts an expansive 1,222 acres of land, ensuring privacy, tranquility, and room to roam. With two miles of Cherry Creek frontage, natural water springs, 6 registered water wells, historic 1 room school house and the local barter bridge. The property offers a captivating blend of nature and history. It's also a working cattle ranch, providing a unique opportunity to experience the ranching lifestyle firsthand. There is a long time ranch manager and a ranch hand that take care of the cattle operation and daily ranch management, allowing for an absentee owner if you like. The ranch has all the equipment and facilities that you need to continue the operation. For outdoor enthusiasts and hunters, the property is an exceptional find. The vast landscape is teeming with opportunities for big game hunting, making this estate a dream come true for avid hunters. The property is in game management unit 741. The ranch typically receives 2 land owner deer tags and the owners have historically drawn about 50% of the buck tags drawn for. Elk tags are unlimited and over the counter, for 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons. To hone your shooting skills, the ranch has a rifle range as well as a shotgun range, equipped with an automatic clay pigeon thrower. Additional features include two guest homes currently occupied by the ranch manager(1,818 SF 3BR/2BA home) and the ranch hand's(1,080 SF 2BR/2BA home) families. There is a large Morton shop building near the main home, a spacious hay barn with corrals and a loading chute and an equipment shed. There are a number of other outbuildings as well.

Incredible opportunity to purchase 3 contiguous 35 acre parcels! Don't miss your chance to own this amazing property in the coveted Cherry Creek Canyon with a custom built home, barn with tack room, 26' storage container, 660 sq. ft. log construction hunters cabin or guest house with electricity, wood stove and propane heater. Over 1/4mile Cherry Creek Frontage plus over 20 tillable acres or pasture, plus amazing hunting ground. This property is bordered by SUIT land to the North & South. The land is very private, quiet, and is the perfect spot for star gazing in the dark, night sky. There are NO Covenants and NO HOA. The property consists of a 2,608 sq. ft custom home with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, an 8'x18' indoor warm or cool salt water therapy pool/Spa, antique "Home Comfort" wood cook stove with heat circulating firewall and in-floor radiant heat with on/off peak electric power timing control system. The home also has central air conditioning, recirculating hot water system with two 75 gallon hot water heaters and a 16 kw/130amp Guardian "Quiet Source" back-up generator powered by propane. The main living space consists of vaulted ceilings made with local T & G Aspen planks from Dolores, CO and has a unique passive solar design with custom woodwork and natural stone tile throughout. The kitchen has two gas ranges, a walk in pantry, vegetable sink, new Refrigerator/Freezer (Summer 2023). The home has new windows (August 2023),new electric Dryer (Fall 2022) and new carpet (August 2023). The primary bedroom has a large walk through closet with double pocket doors and the en-suite boasts a large roll in shower. This is a must see property! Schedule a private showing today!

Incredible opportunity to purchase 3 contiguous 35 acre parcels! Don't miss your chance to own this amazing property in the coveted Cherry Creek Canyon with a custom built home, barn with tack room, 26' storage container, 660 sq. ft. log construction hunters cabin or guest house with electricity, wood stove and propane heater. Over 1/4 mile Cherry Creek Frontage plus over 20 tillable acres or pasture plus amazing hunting ground. This property is bordered by SUIT land to the North & South. The land is very private, quiet, and is the perfect spot for star gazing in the dark sky. There are NO Covenants and NO HOA. The property consists of a 2,608 sq. ft custom home with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, an 8'x18' indoor warm or cool salt water therapy pool/Spa, antique "Home Comfort" wood cook stove with heat circulating firewall and in-floor radiant heat with on/off peak electric power timing control system. The home also has central air conditioning, recirculating hot water system with two 75 gallon hot water heaters and a 16 kw/130 amp Guardian "Quiet Source" back-up generator powered by propane. The main living space consists of vaulted ceilings made with local T & G Aspen planks from Dolores, CO and has a unique passive solar design with custom woodwork and natural stone tile throughout. The kitchen has two gas ranges, a walk in pantry, vegetable sink, new Refrigerator/Freezer (Summer 2023). The home has new windows (August 2023), new electric Dryer (Fall 2022) and new carpet (August 2023). The primary bedroom has a large walk through closet with double pocket doors and the en-suite boasts a large roll in shower. This is a must see property! Schedule a private showing today!

"OPULENCE IN THE MOUNTAINS!" Describes this 175-acre estate that borders three sides of 1.85 million acres of the San Juan National Forest. The property is split by the La Plata River that is serviced by a magnificent bridge that connects the property. Combining the 175 acres property with 55 acres dedicated to "Conservation Eastment.The bordering National Forest makes the estate feel much larger than its deeded acreage--that includes five Colorado mountain peaks.THE INTERIOR is designed for comfort with World Class Finishes and Quality Workmanship in every aspect of this Custom Built Mountain Modern, Four Story, 18,000 square foot Main House with opulent furnishings and Three Floor Elevator that is finished in Pecan Wood. There are multiple attached patios and balconies encompassing the perimeter of the house. The area off of the Great Room and Master En-Suite has a Fireplace with covered seating. THE MAIN/SECOND FLOOR features: There is an open concept three room area - first a massive Great Room with a castle designed Fireplace and 22ft Aspen Wood Ceilings that is the focal point of the majestic mountains with views through panoramic floor to ceiling windows. Next a Formal Dining Room to host family holiday meals and stately dinners that opens to a dine-in Chef's Kitchen with Butler's Pantry with unlimited storage. All with Granite Countertops, Custom Cabinets, Kitchen area with Viking Oven, Gas Range, Oven Warmers and Sub-Zero refrigerated drawers. The two-story Master En-Suite includes a Fireplace, Walk-In Custom dual Closets, Master Bath, Foyer and a Second Story Bonus Room with magnificent views. Adjacent to the Master Bedroom is a Fitness Center that includes a Lap Resistant Pool and Private Bath. Just off the Entrance there is an Execute Office with fire-proof filing cabinets. Across from the Office is a cozy Library with Fireplace and floor to ceiling Pecan Book Shelves that is a perfect venue for relaxing with a book or for Executive Meetings. There is a Three Car Heated Garage with an attached 800 square foot Greenhouse, Mud-Room Entry to the house with lockers and a half bath.The Driveway is constructed with heated pave stones. THE BOTTOM/FIRST FLOOR features: A comfortable, professionally decorated area that feels like a luxurious Antique Opera House with 12 seat Home Theater that is powered by Apple TV, separate Snack Bar with sink and refrigerator entrance area. Also sound proof Music Production Room. This floor includes a Half Bath and large Storage Room on this level. THE UPPER LEVEL/THIRD and FOURTH FLOORS features: A huge Game Room with a Wet Bar, Three Guest Bedrooms (one used as Children/Teen Bunk Room area) with their own private Bathrooms. You climb the open stairwell to the top/fourth floor Zen Room that has the most beautiful views of the Estate and surrounding Mountains! SEPARATE STRUCTURES INCLUDE: *CARETAKER HOUSE: This is a 2550 square foot, Three Bedroom, Two Bath, Two Car Garage.*FOUR STALL BARN: This is a 4356 square foot Barn with Washing Basin.*POLE BARN WITH A UTILITY ROOM AND COVERED OUTDOOR HORSE ROUND PEN: This is a 3650 square foot area. *OUTDOOR PAVILION: This area includes a full service Kitchen with an Imperial Range Oven with Stove Top, a Serving Area with a Fire Pit in the center of the Pavilion. Also, His and Her Four Stall Restroom/Bath House with a Two Car Garage and RV Pad with Hookups. *SPECIAL NOTE:This Property includes one of the largest Solar Panel Projects for Utilities in the history of Colorado for SF residence with utility bills averaging $66.00 a month! Power is backed up by an 85 Kilowatt Propane Generator. There is room for expansion with utility hookups to create more potential trophy home sites.This Property is located in an incredible setting for a multitude of activities - camping, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, hiking, ranching, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross country skiing. Only 15 Minutes to shopping, dining and nightlife.

"OPULENCE IN THE MOUNTAINS!" Describes this 175-acre estate that borders three sides of 1.85 million acres of the San Juan National Forest. The property is split by the La Plata River that is serviced by a magnificent bridge that connects the property. Combining the 175 acres property with 55 acres dedicated to "Conservation Eastment.The bordering National Forest makes the estate feel much larger than its deeded acreage--that includes five Colorado mountain peaks.THE INTERIOR is designed for comfort with World Class Finishes and Quality Workmanship in every aspect of this Custom Built Mountain Modern, Four Story, 18,000 square foot Main House with opulent furnishings and Three Floor Elevator that is finished in Pecan Wood. There are multiple attached patios and balconies encompassing the perimeter of the house. The area off of the Great Room and Master En-Suite has a Fireplace with covered seating. THE MAIN/SECOND FLOOR features: There is an open concept three room area - first a massive Great Room with a castle designed Fireplace and 22ft Aspen Wood Ceilings that is the focal point of the majestic mountains with views through panoramic floor to ceiling windows. Next a Formal Dining Room to host family holiday meals and stately dinners that opens to a dine-in Chef's Kitchen with Butler's Pantry with unlimited storage. All with Granite Countertops, Custom Cabinets, Kitchen area with Viking Oven, Gas Range, Oven Warmers and Sub-Zero refrigerated drawers. The two-story Master En-Suite includes a Fireplace, Walk-In Custom dual Closets, Master Bath, Foyer and a Second Story Bonus Room with magnificent views. Adjacent to the Master Bedroom is a Fitness Center that includes a Lap Resistant Pool and Private Bath. Just off the Entrance there is an Execute Office with fire-proof filing cabinets. Across from the Office is a cozy Library with Fireplace and floor to ceiling Pecan Book Shelves that is a perfect venue for relaxing with a book or for Executive Meetings. There is a Three Car Heated Garage with an attached 800 square foot Greenhouse, Mud-Room Entry to the house with lockers and a half bath.The Driveway is constructed with heated pave stones. THE BOTTOM/FIRST FLOOR features: A comfortable, professionally decorated area that feels like a luxurious Antique Opera House with 12 seat Home Theater that is powered by Apple TV, separate Snack Bar with sink and refrigerator entrance area. Also sound proof Music Production Room. This floor includes a Half Bath and large Storage Room on this level. THE UPPER LEVEL/THIRD and FOURTH FLOORS features: A huge Game Room with a Wet Bar, Three Guest Bedrooms (one used as Children/Teen Bunk Room area) with their own private Bathrooms. You climb the open stairwell to the top/fourth floor Zen Room that has the most beautiful views of the Estate and surrounding Mountains! SEPARATE STRUCTURES INCLUDE: *CARETAKER HOUSE: This is a 2550 square foot, Three Bedroom, Two Bath, Two Car Garage.*FOUR STALL BARN: This is a 4356 square foot Barn with Washing Basin.*POLE BARN WITH A UTILITY ROOM AND COVERED OUTDOOR HORSE ROUND PEN: This is a 3650 square foot area. *OUTDOOR PAVILION: This area includes a full service Kitchen with an Imperial Range Oven with Stove Top, a Serving Area with a Fire Pit in the center of the Pavilion. Also, His and Her Four Stall Restroom/Bath House with a Two Car Garage and RV Pad with Hookups. *SPECIAL NOTE:This Property includes one of the largest Solar Panel Projects for Utilities in the history of Colorado for SF residence with utility bills averaging $66.00 a month! Power is backed up by an 85 Kilowatt Propane Generator. There is room for expansion with utility hookups to create more potential trophy home sites.This Property is located in an incredible setting for a multitude of activities - camping, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, hiking, ranching, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross country skiing. Only 15 Minutes to shopping, dining and nightlife.

Fantastic HORSE, country, and sweet rural property! Let's start with the HUGE barn, electric garage door, 5 stalls with runs, tack room and separate pastures. This property is truly every horse lover's dream. Also a great home for the dogs, goats, bunnies, chickens, or sheep. Out in the back pasture you will find spring fed ponds with irrigation rights to keep your yard looking amazing. When you step inside this sweet and cozy home you will find three bedrooms two bathrooms and plenty of room for the whole family. This farm house has a nice kitchen with tons of storage and a large living room with a wood stove to keep you warm during the cold winters. This place will not disappoint, it's ready to go for the horses and the family. Come check this place out today!