Julie Piland – Western Colorado Land & Lifestyle Expert | Accredited Land Consultant| United Country Real Colorado Properties
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$395,000
MLS: 05071-260083
0.35 Acres
1,272 SqFt
3 beds
1.0 baths
Rare opportunity to own a lakeview mountain cabin inside Vega State Park—a furnished Colorado retreat designed for second-home living, vacation escape, or income potential on the Western Slope—where rustic charm meets elevated comfort for mountain living.
Inside, this 1,272 sq ft 1½-story cabin offers a thoughtfully designed floor plan with a modern mountain setup that lives comfortably in every season. Positioned to face south toward the Grand Mesa—known as the largest flattop mountain in the world—natural light fills the space while capturing surrounding mountain and valley views.
From the wraparound deck, enter through a covered entryway with storm door and solid wood door into the open main living area, where a high-rise ceiling and loft above create an inviting sense of space. A brick-lined entry area and accent wall behind the wood stove add both character and function, anchoring the room with warmth and authentic mountain charm.
Vinyl wood plank flooring and carpet offer durability and comfort for everyday living or guest use. Upscale furnishings and curated mountain lodge-style décor accents—including antler chandeliers and rustic design elements—enhance the space, creating a high-end cabin feel not often found in recreational properties. This level of finish makes the home ideal for immediate enjoyment or as a turnkey short-term rental.
Double-pane windows frame lake views and the surrounding landscape, bringing the outdoors in and enhancing the peaceful setting. The adjoining kitchen is well-equipped with an electric range, built-in microwave, refrigerator, pantry, and convenient washer and dryer hookups. Additional features include under-stair storage, closet space, pantry, and direct access to an attached lean-to for expanded storage or covered equipment and vehicle space.
The main level includes a full bath with vanity, tiled shower, tub, and flush commode, designed for both functionality and comfort. Upstairs, stairs lead to the loft area featuring two carpeted bedrooms plus a spacious sitting area or non-conforming bedroom, offering flexibility for guests, additional sleeping space, or a private retreat—all with continued mountain and lake views.
Additional property features include an insulated crawl space, septic, and cistern. Solar-powered outdoor security cameras, lawn mower, and firewood are included. A water spigot supports outdoor use and maintenance. The natural terrain, mountain grass, and surrounding landscape offer a true Colorado outdoor experience right from your doorstep.
Located approximately one hour from the I-70 corridor, a short drive to Collbran provides essentials, dining, and small-town charm, while larger amenities, medical services, and regional travel are within reach on the Western Slope. Vega State Park offers boating, fishing, watersports, campsites, and a lodge, along with access to surrounding hunting units and public lands for endless outdoor adventure. A short drive leads to Powderhorn Mountain Resort for winter skiing and year-round recreation.
This is Colorado mountain living at its best. Whether arriving for a weekend escape or extended stay, the cabin offers a move-in-ready mountain lifestyle experience from day one.
Within a few minutes along tree-lined lanes, access Vega State Park and enjoy thousands of acres of year-round recreational activities. Endless camping sites, hiking trails, and mountain ranges surround Vega Reservoir, offering fishing and boating or a chance to view the beauty of the rippling clear mountain waters behind the Vega Dam. Nearby Vega Lodge offers cabin rentals, a restaurant, and more.
Highway 330 follows Plateau Creek and winds through Plateau Valley among ranches and residential homes to Highway 65, known as the scenic byway of Grand Mesa—the largest flat-top mountain in the world—with over 300 lakes for fishing, boating, camping, lodges, and thousands of trails for hiking, ATV riding, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and hunting districts. Photo opportunities abound for both amateur and professional photographers.
Powderhorn Ski Resort sits at the base of Grand Mesa with ski slopes for all ages and skill levels, along with winter and summer activities. Within an hour’s drive, explore high desert recreation areas around Grand Junction, known for the Colorado National Monument, canyons, dinosaur discoveries, hiking and biking trails, valleys, rivers, lakes, and more attractions. Recreation opportunities extend in every direction from the I-70 corridor.
Collbran, Colorado is the hub of the wheel leading to all aspects of recreation, community activities, and business—fishing, hunting, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, boating, camping, rodeos, and biking—and leads to Grand Mesa, Vega Reservoir, and BLM and National Forest access.
The community is surrounded by homesteaded ranches, businesses in historic buildings, restaurants, churches, parks, schools, a bank, police and fire departments, a medical clinic, and welcoming neighbors against the backdrop of towering mountains.
Pride and support are the heartbeat in this area. Community events are celebrated throughout the year and include Collbran Heritage Days, Cowboy Christmas, school events, rodeos, and even the occasional cattle drive through town. I-70 and Grand Junction are a short drive away for major shopping, services, hospitals, a regional airport, colleges, and more.
Enjoy the historic feel of Collbran and experience shopping, services, and restaurants with friendly residents and owners. Take stroll in the evening under the Colorado stars and vintage solar lighting along the small western town streets. Drive in any direction and enjoy all the outdoor activities, sightseeing views, and recreation the Western Slope of Colorado has to offer.
The Western Slope of Colorado is known for its mild climate and year-round recreation for all outdoor enthusiasts. Travel Rim Rock Drive of the nearby Colorado National Monument and enjoy the magnificent views of rock formations, canyons, plant life, birds, and wildlife along the drive or hiking trails. Photo opportunities are plentiful for the photographer, and don’t forget the selfies.
Stop at the visitor center for information on picnic areas, campgrounds, hiking trails, youth learning opportunities, and the history of this valley’s treasure of beauty. Mount Garfield is one of the well-known landmarks for hiking and wildlife viewing, including wild horses.
Enjoy river rafting or tube floating along the Colorado River or fish along the easy accesses to the riverbanks. The surrounding high desert offers off-road trails, ATV riding, hiking, biking, and horseback riding, along with valleys of dinosaur finds and digging. Find challenges with popular wheeling on the Jeep trails in the area.
Within an hour’s drive along I-70 and Highway 65, also known as the scenic byway of Grand Mesa, sits the largest flat-top mountain in the world with over 300 lakes for fishing, boating, camping, lodges, and thousands of trails for hiking, ATV, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and hunting units. A visitor center on the top of Grand Mesa has information and a gift shop. Powderhorn Ski Resort sits at the base of the Grand Mesa with ski slopes for all ages and skills with winter and summer activities.
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