Julie Piland – Western Colorado Land & Lifestyle Expert | Accredited Land Consultant| United Country Real Colorado Properties
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$475,000
MLS: 05071-260018
5.68 Acres
1,215 SqFt
3 beds
2.0 baths
This Colorado mountain acreage borders public lands and features a 3-bedroom, 1¾-bath home with privacy, wildlife, and wide-open mountain views. Located near the historic towns of Molina and Collbran, at the base of the Grand Mesa, the property offers a peaceful country lifestyle with easy access along Highways 65 and 330 to the I-70 corridor, Grand Junction amenities, and endless Colorado outdoor recreation.
Step outside your door for year-round activities on State Parks, National Forests, and public lands, just minutes from Powderhorn Ski Resort. This 5.68-acre property combines xeriscaped landscaping and natural terrain, sloping from the Grand Mesa high mountain peaks to your backyard. Public lands access provides hiking, horseback riding, hunting, ATV trails, wildlife viewing, and miles of open space to explore—right outside your door.
Relax or entertain on the wrap-around porch with metal railing, taking in mountain air, quiet surroundings, Colorado blue skies, and star-studded nights. Inside, the open floor plan features a galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, dishwasher, electric range, and microwave) and an adjoining laundry room with stackable washer and dryer.
The cozy living area is filled with natural light from floor-to-ceiling, double pane windows (window coverings included). The primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and ¾ bath with walk-in shower and double sink vanity. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath with deep soak tub. Easy-care laminate flooring, central air, forced-air heat, and ceiling fans provide year-round comfort.
Additional improvements include a detached oversized garage with two automatic doors, electricity, and concrete floors, two storage sheds, an RV metal cover unit, and ample parking. A rare Western Colorado opportunity, where privacy, public land access, and lifestyle come together.
History is alive with homestead ranches and generational ranching families in the Plateau Valley area. The historic town of Collbran offers community events, services, and local amenities throughout the year. Highway 330 is the main throughway connecting local and tourist traffic.
Collbran, founded in 1908, features historic structures alongside modern businesses, including banks, grocery stores, post office, restaurants, fitness center, library, gift shops, motels, auditorium, churches, hardware store, police and fire departments, realty office, weed control service, Forest Service, feed and supply store, automotive store, schools, medical and emergency clinic, veterinary services, therapy center, and diners.
Community involvement includes 4H, FFA, and school events, supported by local residents. Annual activities include Collbran Heritage Days, Cowboy Christmas, rodeos, and occasional cattle drives through town and country roads.
Nearby Mesa, Colorado, offers restaurants, a community center, salon, churches, post office, RV park with convenience store and cabin rentals, local produce market, fire department, and friendly neighbors. A scenic drive along Highways 330 and 65 connects to Grand Junction and surrounding towns—Palisade, Clifton, Fruita, Orchard Mesa, and Fruitvale—offering shopping, schools, hospitals, regional airport, and other amenities.
The region is known for mild winters, sunny days, and year-round recreation, from the high desert to nearby mountaintops, with museums and visitor centers showcasing Western Colorado history.
The Western Slope offers outdoor recreation for all ages and interests. Highway 65, the scenic byway over Grand Mesa, leads to the world’s largest flattop mountain. With over 300 lakes, Grand Mesa provides fishing, boating, campgrounds, lodges, hunting districts, hiking, ATV and biking trails, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. Birdwatching and wildlife viewing offer photo opportunities for amateurs and professionals alike.
Powderhorn Ski Resort offers winter and summer activities including skiing, snowboarding, biking, and hiking trails, with lodging, condos, restaurants, and other attractions. Travel Highway 330 to Collbran and Vega State Park for year-round recreation. Vega Reservoir offers fishing, boating, hiking, and cabin rentals at Vega Lodge.
Highway 65 winds through the scenic Plateau Canyon to I-70 and the surrounding high desert, connecting to jeep trails, hiking, biking, dinosaur digs, sports events, seasonal festivals, golf courses, and farmers’ markets. Colorado National Monument offers scenic rimrock drives, wildlife, and birdwatching. Orchards and farmland spread across the valley, connecting to Palisade, Fruita, Clifton, Orchard Mesa, and Fruitvale.
Cowboy and early settler history abound with tales and true experiences on the Western Slope of Colorado
Julie Piland
Amber Feller