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    18480 Ponderosa Buena Vista, CO 81211

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    18480 Ponderosa Buena Vista, CO 81211
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    18480 Ponderosa, Buena Vista, CO 81211
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    brittany@nocohomeliving.com +1(605) 881-8263
    $1,100,000
    Est. payment /mo
    6 Beds
    6 Baths
    5,990 SqFt
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    Key Details

    Property Type Single Family Home

    Sub Type Single Family Residence

    Listing Status Active

    Purchase Type For Sale

    Square Footage 5,990 sqft

    Subdivision 3 Elk

    MLS Listing ID IRE7007499

    Style Chalet

    Bedrooms 6

    Full Baths 6

    HOA Fees $600/ann

    HOA Y/N Yes

    Year Built 1993

    Annual Tax Amount $4,711

    Tax Year 2024

    Lot Size 5.050 Acres

    Acres 5.05

    Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

    Source ires

    Property Description

    Waterfront Rocky Mountain Rendezvous! This beautiful "Mountain Retreat" with a 5990 square foot home sits on a stunning 5.05 acre site with 400 feet of Three Elk Creek running the length of the property with 3 bridges that cross over to the other side of the property. This creek runs year round across the entire backside of the home with most living spaces, bedrooms, decks and lower patio enjoying the views and sounds of Three Elk creek. The land is covered with mature Aspen trees and Pines can be viewed overlooking the creek and across to the charming small guest cabin. There is an entry gate on to the property with 3 acres fenced in a heavily wooded pine forest. Drive up to the mountain home which features a large great room with vaulted ceilings, open remodeled kitchen and large rock fireplace. Walk on to the massive exterior deck to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the creek or sit in the spa/hot tub for an evening soak. This home boasts 8 bedrooms/5 bathrooms/5 fireplaces including a primary suite with a suite style bathroom, soaking jetted tub, large walk in closet, laundry, kitchenette and a private sitting area with a fireplace. Downstairs features a bonus room with a fireplace for gatherings for games or a quiet spot to read a book. Lower access outside to a private patio. Attached 2 car and one car garages. Small camp cabin/play house are located on the property with plenty of outdoor space to explore. This property comes ready for all activities Colorado Mountain living has to offer with snowmobiles, raft with paddles, life jackets, John Deere tractor, snow blower and a Tahoe. Fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. National Forest access and the community pond are just steps away. This can be your beautiful Rocky Mountain Retreat. Home has some deferred maintenance so bring your hammer. Short term rentals or any in home businesses are not allowed per the covenants. Price reduced! Shown by appointment.

    Location

    State CO

    County Chaffee

    Community 3 Elk

    Area Out Of Area

    Direction From Buena Vista north to CR 384 left. Right on 361 north and follow around to left on CR 368. Go past first entrance to 3 Elk to 2nd left entrance to 3 Elk Subdivision. At stop, turn left. First property on the right.

    Rooms

    Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

    Interior

    Interior Features Eat-in Kitchen, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Skylights, Kitchen Island

    Heating Forced Air, Wood Stove, Electronic Air Filter

    Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)

    Fireplaces Type Two or More, Gas Log, Living Room, Bedroom, Great Room

    Appliance Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal

    Exterior

    Exterior Feature Balcony, Hot Tub, Oversized Garage

    Parking Features Attached

    Garage Spaces 3.0

    Fence Partial

    Community Features Playground

    Utilities Available Electricity Available, Propane

    View Y/N No

    Roof Type Metal

    Porch Patio, Deck

    Garage Yes

    Building

    Lot Description Wooded, Deciduous Trees, Abuts Stream/Creek/River, Outbuildings, Waterfront

    Sewer Septic Tank

    Water Well, Cistern

    Architectural Style Chalet

    Level or Stories Bi-Level

    Structure Type Wood Siding,Concrete

    New Construction false

    Schools

    Elementary Schools Avery Parsons

    Middle Schools Buena Vista

    High Schools Buena Vista R-31

    School District Buena Vista R-31

    Others

    HOA Fee Include Snow Removal

    Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

    Horse Property Horse(s) Allowed

    Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

    Special Listing Condition Private Owner

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