Description
1. Property Overview
Seated high in the Rocky Mountains, this expansive acreage offers a front-row seat to 14 of Colorado's most majestic peaks and the historic Colorado trail while serving as a blank canvas where your dreams can take root.
If you love mountain biking, trail running, hiking miles of trails, climbing fourteeners, fishing, whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River, training for the iconic Leadville Race Series, or simply looking to escape the busyness of day-to-day, this property is the one you've been looking for.
2. Property Description
This exceptional offering consists of 6 contiguous undeveloped lots being sold together in a single offering within the Edward E Hill Estates in Twin Lakes, Colorado. Spanning a substantial 41.87 acres of diverse, high-altitude terrain, the land has unobstructed mountain views and a natural topographical elevation that buffers it from road noise while maintaining immediate access to Highway 24 and Highway 82.
- Current & Potential Uses: Designated for residential development, the acreage can accommodate a private estate, a cabin for seasonal recreation, or multiple residences amidst an active, growing neighborhood.
- Infrastructure & Utilities: The property is a blank slate, allowing for 100% customization of modern, self-sufficient systems from the ground up. Power is accessible in the subdivision via local utility connections, and future owners will install a private well and septic system.
- Terrain & Ecosystem: Reached by a maintained dirt road, the land features natural brush vegetation and serves as a quiet haven for local wildlife, where mule deer and elk are frequently spotted.
- SEE ADDITIONAL ZONING DETAILS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
3. Why Buy This Property?
The value of this property lies in its proximity to world-class outdoor recreation and its development potential.
- Mountain Sanctuary: This acreage is the perfect escape for those seeking a getaway cabin or a permanent, year-round home completely removed from the hustle and bustle of busy city life. It is an invitation to slow down, relax, and enjoy your morning cup of coffee in the absolute peace, quiet, and privacy of your own mountain property.
- The Athlete's Arena: Located 15 minutes from the charming village of Twin Lakes and 15 minutes from Leadville, this land sits right beside the training grounds where world-class trail runners and mountain bikers push their limits. You can pitch a tent or build a dedicated basecamp to acclimate and train in the exact high-altitude environment used by competitors preparing for the legendary Leadville Trail 100 Run and the Leadville Trail 100 MTB races.
- Trailhead Access: Iconic wilderness adventures are practically in your backyard. The property is located just 15 minutes from the legendary Colorado Trail, giving you immediate access to a 567-mile ribbon of singletrack that winds through Colorado's most breathtaking mountain ranges.
- Investment Freedom: Buying these 6 lots together provides maximum privacy, protection of your mountain views, and the flexibility to develop the land sequentially or maintain it as a sprawling, legacy high-country sanctuary.
4. How to Acquire This Property
To unlock the potential of these 6 lots spanning 41.87 acres and claim your piece of Lake County's historic landscape, reach out today to schedule an in-person guided tour. Serious buyers may purchase this land through standard cash transactions or conventional land mortgage loans. Contact Casey Adams today at 970-987-7338 to request full parcel maps, review subdivision guidelines, or submit an offer.
Closing Options
- A single deed that lists the legal descriptions of all six parcels.
- Six separate deeds executed simultaneously, which is sometimes preferred if the buyer plans to flip or develop the lots individually right away
- Proration of Property Taxes: Property taxes, HOA dues, or assessments will be calculated and split individually for each of the six lots up to the exact day of closing.
5. Additional Zoning Details
- Zoning & Approved Uses: The property falls under the Lake County Residential (R) zoning district. Per the Lake County Land Development Code, approved primary and accessory uses for this zoning district include:
- Single-Family Residential: Allowed as a primary use to build a year-round custom estate or a seasonal getaway cabin.
- Accessory Structures & ADUs: Garages, storage barns, and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs are subject to a standard conditional use permit).
- Recreational Camping: Because the property far exceeds the county's 5-acre minimum for vacant land, primary use camping is fully allowed for temporary stays (up to 15 consecutive days, or 30 days within a 6-month period). Long-term camper occupancy is also permitted via a Temporary Use Permit once an active building permit is filed.
- Short-Term Rentals: Permitted under unincorporated Lake County rules, allowing owners to apply for a standard Short-Term Rental (STR) license to generate passive income. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
- Infrastructure & Utilities: The property is a completely blank slate, allowing for 100% customization of modern, self-sufficient systems from the ground up. Power is accessible in the subdivision via local utility connections, and future owners will install a private well and septic system. [1]
- Terrain & Ecosystem: Reached by a rustic dirt road, the land features natural brush vegetation and serves as a quiet haven for local wildlife, where mule deer are frequently spotted roaming through the property.
Showing Instructions:
Call for access. Once in the subdivision, follow the sign FOR SALE by Great Plains Land Company
