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$370,000
MLS: 05071-260252
0.34 Acres
1,728 SqFt
2 beds
2.0 baths
A morning on the deck overlooking Vega Reservoir, an afternoon exploring Grand Mesa, and an evening beside a wood-burning fireplace, this furnished mountain cabin offers a comfortable home base for life in Colorado’s high country. Located in the Vega State Park area on the Western Slope, this 1728 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath on the .34-acre property rests among pine trees, mountain grasses, and natural terrain, with lake and Grand Mesa views giving the setting its enduring appeal.
The walk-around deck extends the living space outdoors, with room for morning coffee, an afternoon gathering, or a quiet pause to watch for wildlife. Take in the mountain scenery and changing light across the lake, from summer greens to autumn color and snow-covered slopes. A detached garage offers parking and storage for tools, outdoor equipment, and the gear that comes with four seasons of mountain recreation.
Inside, large windows bring the lake and mountain views into the living area, where a wood-burning fireplace anchors the room. Warm wood-paneled ceilings, trim, wood kitchen cabinets with a vintage touch, preserve the familiar character of a country cabin. The adjoining kitchen keeps cooking and conversation connected, with a new gas range in the island, refrigerator, and microwave. Carpet and vinyl flooring, ceiling fans, and the included furnishings make it easy to settle into the finished main-level spaces.
The main level includes one bedroom, a full bath, and a small flexible area for an office, reading nook, or another everyday need. Downstairs, the walkout basement offers an opportunity to carry that cabin comfort further. Framing and plumbing are in place for a living area, bedroom, bath, and utility room, with a front-load washer and dryer included. This level remains a work in progress, allowing a new owner to bring their own finishing choices to its completion. A forced-air propane furnace, cistern, and landline add practical conveniences to the mountain setting. A well is on the property but currently not functioning.
The location puts Vega Reservoir and nearby Grand Mesa National Forest recreation within a short distance. Fishing, boating, hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing fill the warmer months, with hunting opportunities on surrounding public lands. Winter brings ice fishing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Nearby Vega Lodge offers a restaurant, cabin rentals, and snowmobile rental options; seasonal services and availability vary.
Grand Mesa, the largest flat-top mountain in the world, rises above Western Colorado with forests, mountain lakes, trails, and broad scenic overlooks. Highway 65, the Grand Mesa Scenic and Historic Byway, winds through this landscape, while Highway 330 follows Plateau Valley toward historic Collbran and the roads leading to Vega. Nearby Powderhorn Mountain Resort on the slopes of Grand Mesa adds downhill skiing and snowboarding to the area's winter choices.
Collbran provides small-town services, dining, and community events rooted in the valley’s ranching heritage. The I-70 corridor is approximately an hour away, connecting to Grand Junction’s shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, regional airport, and additional city conveniences.
Fully furnished and ready to enjoy in its finished spaces, this cabin offers both immediate comfort and room to complete the lower level to suit your plans. Whether returning for weekends at the lake or considering a full-time mountain residence, the appeal begins with the view and continues with the country surrounding it.
Within a few minutes along tree-lined lanes, access Vega State Park. 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 much 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, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and hunting units. This property sits in GMU 421. Photo opportunities abound for the amateur or professional photographer. Powderhorn Mountain Resort sits at the base of Grand Mesa with ski slopes for all ages and skills with winter and summer activities. Within an hour’s drive explore the high desert recreation areas around Grand Junction known for the Colorado National Monument, canyons, dinosaur finds, hiking and biking trails, valleys, rivers, and lakes for fishing and boating to name a few of the recreation attractions. More recreation in every direction from the I70 corridor.
Collbran, CO is the hub of the wheel leading to all aspects of recreation and community activities and business. --fishing, hunting, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, boating, camping, rodeos, biking-- and leads to Grand Mesa, Vega Reservoir, and BLM and Forest access. The community is surrounded by homesteaded ranches, businesses in historical buildings, restaurants, churches, parks, schools, a bank, police and fire department, medical clinic, and neighbors against the backdrop of towering mountains. Pride and support are the heartbeat in this area. Community activities are celebrated throughout the year and include Plateau Valley Heritage Days, Cowboy Christmas, school events, many rodeos, and an occasional cattle drive through town. I70 and Grand Junction are a short drive away for major shopping, services, hospitals, regional airport, colleges, and more with high desert recreation. Enjoy the historic feel of Collbran and experience shopping, services, and restaurants with friendly residents and owners. Take a 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 has all year recreation for all outdoor enthusiasts. Travel the Rim Rock Drive of the nearby Colorado National monument. Enjoy the magnificent views of rock formations, canyons, plants, birds and wildlife along the drive or hiking trails. Photo opportunities for the photographer, and don’t forget the selfies. Stop at the visitor center for information on picnic and campground areas, 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 viewing wildlife, including wild horses. Enjoy river rafting or tube floating along the river or fish along the many easy accesses to the riverbanks of the Colorado River. The surrounding high desert offers off road, ATV, hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails with valleys of dinosaur finds and diggings, river rafting, boating, and fishing. Find many challenges with the popular wheeling on the Jeep trails in the area. Within an hour’s drive along I70 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 districts. Photo opportunities abound for the amateur or professional photographer. A visitor center on top of the Grand Mesa has information and a gift shop. Powderhorn Ski Resort sits at the base of Grand Mesa with ski slopes for all ages and skills with winter and summer activities.
Julie Piland
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