2490 County Rd 1a, Cotopaxi, CO 81223

Description

135 acre Colorado ranch for sale near Salida, Colorado. Spring Valley Ranch, Cotopaxi, Colorado. The 4,806sf home is a blend of history and modern updates with quiet and comfortable living space indoors and out. Kitchen includes plenty of cabinets and counterspace, an AGA Classic 60 inch cast iron induction oven/range, and a Sub Zero refrigerator and an attached dining room. Upstairs master suite is bright and spacious featuring two walk in closets and a large five piece bathroom. There are two bedrooms on the main level and another upstairs bedroom well separated from the master suite. Basement includes a large laundry room, bonus room, and space for future improvements. Bordering a 640 acre State Land Trust section and thousands of acres of BLM, Spring Valley Ranch is a lush oasis at the base of the towering Sangre de Cristo Mountains in central Colorado. Elk, deer, and turkey are prevalent on the property which is located in an over the counter elk unit. 70 - 80 acres of the ranch have historically been irrigated for hay production and grazing and are currently leased to a neighboring ranch for grazing. In August 2026, during one of the driest years in Colorado history, the Spring Valley Ranch remains green and lush. The property is conserved by the San Isabel Land Trust to protect the tradition of ranching and wildlife on the ranch. Adjoining 35 acre parcel with a well in place for future development outside of the conservation easement is also available. This parcel is heavily treed and exceptionally private. Amenities are nearby: 29 miles to Salida, 37 miles to Canon City, 18 miles to Westcliffe. For coming and going it's a short 85 miles to Colorado Springs Airport, 166 miles to Denver International Airport.