TheGunnison, Castles CO

Gunnison,The Castles

Introduction: Majestic is simply one of the ways to describe this special property. It presents the rare opportunity to own one of the best views in Colorado, build a luxurious getaway and experience some of the most dramatic vistas the state has to offer. Walk out your back door into the and the . Sportsman adventures abound for the most discriminating buyer. The property boasts tremendous big game hunting and fishing in the private trout pond. Additional angling is available on the many lakes, ponds and creeks in nearby national forest, just a short horseback ride or hike, and fishing is also great in one of the many close trophy, trout-filled rivers. Skiing is plentiful in Crested . Breathtaking is the The c as t les I n rodu ct ion only way to illustrate the 360° panoramas that include The Castles, the West , Kebler Pass, Mount Baldy and the sprawling Gunnison National Forest. There are very few properties in the state offering this total package.

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www.LiveWaterProperties.com Own a View of the Castles The casltes Location Location: Park and Taylor Reservoir. tions found can be inCurecanti , Blue Mesa Reservoir, Hartman Black Rocks, Canyon of Gunnison the National estimated 5,500 people to and be ’s population is approximately 1,600. In addition to Crested Butte, other outdoor explora- and arichpast of mining, cattle and recreation, Gunnison the provides history ample mountain charm.population The of Gunnison is Valley includes alpine and high parks valleys with some of finest the hunting and fishing the in nation. 14,000‐foot‐highWith mountains andhistory is known as one of West’s the most beautiful mountain regions. on Located western the slope of Colorado, Gunnison the no traffic lights or chain stores, yet resort-laden amenities including boutiques and fine dining. The Gunnison fascinating has Valley a offers exciting recreational opportunities, uniquecultural and experiences shopping. Crested Butte themountainhas small town with feel timber. The property is suitable for horses, theand ranch bordered is by Gunnison National Forest theand Elk West Wilderness. The area amenities. AccessedCounty off 730 north Road of Gunnison, Castles has a The great combination of lushmeadows, aspens and dark from 18 Located miles in Gunnison commercial and air 45 minutes service from resort the town of Crested Butte, area the offers excellent Area History: The Gunnison area has many historic sites. The area was explored in the 1850s for a trans- continental railroad route. The region first started booming in the 1870s as a result of mining activity. The Ute Indians were forced out of the area as many ranchers, traders and miners moved in. Many mining towns went through the boom and bust and are now ghost towns. The town of Baldwin, located across the road from the ranch, came into existence due to a rich gold strike in 1897. It survived throughout the years due to good ranchland and coal mining. Originally situated across the hill from the present site, the town later moved to accommodate the railroad. The castles Improvements Mountain, Mountain Red and Flattop Mountain. Peak,Ridge, Beckwith Ohio Peak, Mount Peak, Purple Owens, , , Mount Axtell, MountCarbon, Whetstone Foundation.Elk Astounding surrounding views property the include Mount Baldy, West Peak, Elk Storm Pass, Roosters Nest, Castles, Storm pond onsite.A small is also The property is completely surrounded by protected conservationeasement lands held theRocky by Mountain a buried 500 gallon propane a 30x40 concretetank, slab suited for a shop building to store toys, gear and equipment or utilize as a heli-pad. had intendedthey to build, at improvements designed Other +/-4,800sqft. includeseptictank a 1,500gallon andlargeburied leachfield, excavated foundation of potentialthe 2,800 sqft, and walkoutforsqft a1,200 level. current The owners the have floor plansof the log home significant amount of work to get it prepared for adream homebe to built. the At prime building sitethere is a500’water with well a pre- Easement ona Conservation aportion of property, the but building best the sites remain unencumbered.current The owners have done a This 120-acre property arguably has one bestthe of building sitesColorado. all in of views The are exquisite. Lands Open Colorado holds Acreage andImprovements: www.LiveWaterProperties.com Big Game Hunting: A hunter associated with the Pro Staffs of Mossy Oak, Hunter’s Specialties, Mathews and Outdoor Edge, advocates that this ranch offers prime elk and deer habitat. Elk and deer signs, including countless game trails, rubs and scrapes are found throughout the property. With deep canyons, draws, running creeks, ponds, food plots, crop land, dark timber and hardwoods, it certainly lends itself to deer contentment.

There is no question that this property hunts a lot bigger than the acreage. With direct access to the West Elk Wilderness, hunters can track as far and long as desirable. The property is located in Game Unit 54, and this area is considered by many experts to be one of the best elk and Mule deer hunting regions in the state. Well known for big Mule deer bucks, hunters travel to Gunnison from around the world every year to stalk Mule deer. Serious hunters looking for the trophy hunt of a lifetime rated this area at the top of their list. Elk hunters also flock to the Gunnison area. Colorado is the only state where elk licenses are available over‐the-counter right up to the day of hunting season, and over‐the‐counter bull elk tags are available for second and third season for this property. the castles Water Rights and nearby fishing brown trout, Taylor the while is known for trout and pike. northern favorite lake fisheries. The Blue is known Reservoir Mesa lake for trout, salmonKokanee and canyonin the of Gunnison the Gorge. Blue Mesa and Taylor Reservoir are Reservoir considered as tremendousSome fisheries. bestthe of browntrout fishing be the in can country deep found lightweight fly fishinggear or spinning tackle. The Lake Gunnison, Fork andTaylor are known In country, high the anglers can fishthe waters for brown, rainbow cutthroatand trout with hatches abound. The Gunnison area provides avariety of waters for anglerspersuasions. all of Kokanee salmon, brown, rainbow, cutthroat, brook and mackinaw or lake trout. Prolific fly and countless alpine lakes and beaver ponds. Theregreat is diversity of fishthe in includingarea, Mesa, Valley the other reservoirs, three classic scenic several rivers, boasts anumber of streams Gunnison Valley is an angler’s paradise. In addition to Colorado’s largest man‐made lake, Blue According to Gunnison the Chamber of Commerce, Valley’s the population is mostly fish. Nearby Fishing: in the Acmein the Ditch and a100%interest Reservoir. Silka inthe as including a44%interest Highline inthe Ditch System, interest a1/44th conveyed appurtenant All with sale. the water and ditch rights described waterranch good has rights very and following the water be rights will great fishing pondsandreservoirs the in national forest are adjacent. The onboth ranch the and distance. within walking Creek Castle and several Highline Ditch on property. the Castles Thehas fishing opportunities There aretwo springs, pondsfour seasonal andtwo along thereservoirs Live WaterandRights: Recreational Opportunities and Other Recreation: The Castles provides endless summer and winter activities on the ranch as well as limitless pursuits accessible through the nearby national forest. In summer, fishing, hunting, hiking, horseback riding, four‐wheeling and camping are enjoyable. In winter, snowmobiling and cross‐ country skiing are available. The Gunnison Valley and nearby Crested Butte also offer many recreational activities. Crested Butte has alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, as well as a wealth of backcountry terrain for ski adventurers. If you are not a skier, enjoy sleigh and horseback rides, snowshoeing, ice skating, and more. During the spectacular summers, enjoy activities such as mountain biking, hiking, fishing, climbing, horseback riding, river rafting and kayaking. Crested Butte is also known as the Wildflower Capital of Colorado. Set in spectacular scenery, the magnificent mountain backdrop and countless flowers make Gunnison-Crested Butte the perfect Colorado summer vacation destination. Incredible displays of wildflowers are made possible with abundant moisture in the surrounding area. Crested Butte is home to the Wildflower Festival and the Wildflower Mountain Garden, thus clear evidence that The Castles has an abundance of stunning wildflowers.

Climate: Gunnison Valley is defined by its seasons; spring, summer, fall and winter are all spectacularly marked by changes in weather, moisture and natural colors. During winter months, a fair amount of the area is covered with snow; however access is maintained year‐round by the . Fall is special as there are many brilliant colors yet constantly changing. Spring blossoms with colorful wildflowers. Summer peaks with notable fresh mountain air, green grass and trees with a fabulous bonus set: excellent fishing and hiking. The Castles Topo Map

Summary: To say this property is one-of-a-kind is an understatement. The breathtaking views alone rank it as one of the best available offerings on the market in Colorado. The Castles is positioned for enjoyment of a rich history, verdant landscape and towering peaks. The recreational lifestyle

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The••Maps Castles are for visual aid only Terrain accuracy is not guaranteed. Map PRICE: $1,750,000 TAXES: $210 for 2011 CONTACT: Please contact Robb Nelson Notes: at Live Water Properties, 303.909.6491 or 1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct a showing. The owners respectfully request that other agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties in advance to schedule a 970.686.7459 to schedule a showing. proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you. 2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee. 3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent. www.LiveWaterProperties.com Wyoming | Montana | Idaho | Colorado | Oregon | Nebraska

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