Mancos, COMontezuma County

Echo Basin Ranch has 465 acres of beautiful irrigated meadows, mature woodlands, canyons and lush riparian areas. The 6,700 SF estate is the quintessential Colorado Mountain retreat with magnificent views of the Rim Rock and La Plata Mountains and all of the amenities are of the highest quality and embody casual elegance at its best. There are significant water rights, 1.3 miles of West Mancos River frontage, and a rodeo arena for equestrian activities. Best of all, it is a recreational paradise, with beautiful equestrian terrain, big game hunting, fishing and access to 2 million acres of the San Juan National Forest.

Location and Area

Nestled in the picturesque Mancos River Valley, against the backdrop of the rugged Rim Rock area and La Plata Mountainsit borders State lands to the north. It is a convenient 10 minutes from the town of Mancos and thirty minutes west of Durangos historic downtown area. It is located on the west side of County Road 44, just off of Echo Basin Road, 6 miles from US Highway 160. The ranch is at an elevation 7,600 ft. above sea level, with scenic mountain, canyon and valley views, and over 300 days of sunshine each year. Comfortable summer temperatures reach the upper 80s, while the autumn days are clear, cool and full of vibrant foliage colors. The crisp and sunny winter days often feature abundant, light powdery snow.

Mancos sits at the base of Mesa Verde National Park, and as a small rural town, offers basic services to the surrounding community. The charming town of Durango is located 25 miles to the north, and has many big city conveniences, including a state-of-the-art new hospital, many fine restaurants, hotels, shopping, a four-year college, and numerous cultural activities. The four-corners area provides endless activities for the outdoor sports enthusiast. The Montezuma County area, which includes Mancos, Cortez and Dolores, has a population of approximately 30,000 and is the most southwestern of the 64 counties in the state of Colorado. Mesa Verde National Park, Canyon of the Ancients National Monument, Yucca House National Monument, and Hovenweep National Monument preserve hundreds of ancient American Indian structures, including the famous cliff dwellings, found in the county. Roughly 1/3 of the county is tribal land, 1/3 is federal land (administered by the National Park Service, the United States Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management), and 1/3 is private or state/county land. The La Plata County area, including Durango and Bayfield has a population of 45,000. La Plata County Airport runs daily commercial air service to Denver, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City and Phoenix, with seasonal service to Houston and Dallas, and includes facilities for full service general aviation. The property is approximately 75 miles from Telluride, 170 miles from Grand Junction, 210 miles from Albuquerque and Santa Fe, about 320 miles from Denver and Colorado Springs and 430 miles from Phoenix.

Property Details

GROUNDS

465 plus acres of irrigated hay pastures, thick woodlands of pine and gambel oak, wildflower covered meadows, fishing ponds, canyons with seasonal streams and lush riparian areas along the West Mancos River

Significant adjudicated water rights (call for lengthy list)

1.3+ miles of the West Mancos River providing excellent fly fishing

Rodeo arena, equestrian Tack building and heavy equipment garage/shop is located at the front of the property

Full perimeter fencing

Abundant wildlife, including mule deer, elk, black bear, coyote, turkey, and other small game and birds of prey

Beautiful 1 ½ mile private gravel road weaves its way to the main residence through meadows of wildflowers and lush forest

A coded security gate is located about halfway into the property to maintain privacy

Gorgeous views can be found from most parts of the property

The gravel drive meets a concrete driveway as you approach the main residence

Retaining walls around the house are of large stacked native rock from property and blend into the landscaping used to transition from the main entrance to the lower garden area, putting green, and pond

Flowers, shrubs and flowering trees are supported by a drip irrigation system, while much of the lower garden grass area is artificial turf (minimizes mud being brought into the lower level entertainment area)

The garden area and decks are a mecca for songbirds and hummingbirds

Separate outside toy garage large enough to hold a boat, snow-mobiles and other equipment

The ranch has significant ecological and conservation attributes that present a potential opportunity for a conservation easement and possible related state and federal tax benefits

General Home Features

Lovely custom log and cultured stone home built in 2001 with 6,700 SF of living space

All logs outside and inside home are from property

Pro-panel metal roof designed for optimum insulation and to handle snow loads

Southern and eastern exposure allow lots of natural light and great solar gain

Vaulted tongue and groove ceilings of ponderosa pine from property

3-story moss rock wall with fireplaces on 2 levels; wood burning on main floor; other gas, all with gas starters

Log beams all back lit

Dimmers on all light fixtures

Ceiling fans in all rooms

Custom pine railings inside and outside of home

Radiant in-floor heating on all levels; 8 separate zones with separate thermostats

Private well with soft, sweet water

Wood deck with southern exposure

Abundant storage

110 gallon hot water heater

Dual Well McClain boilers for radiant floor heating system and hot water

Techmar low-voltage controls for all systems; including ice melt for driveway

4-car garage; garage has two high doors for large trucks and horse trailers; built-in storage with upper and lower benches; cupboards, double-walkout doors

MAIN LEVEL

Entry

Large foyer with porcelain tile floors and double shelved closets with door activated light

Powder room; granite counters, tile floor, wallpaper, bisque fixtures and gold-toned faucets

Great Room

Huge great room with lighted niches for artwork and spectacular views of the outside gardens and La Plata Mountains

Sandstone hearth with wood burning fireplace within floor to ceiling moss rock wall; wood mantle

Floor to ceiling direct set windows; low E (filters out dangerous rays) safety glass

30 vaulted ceiling with tract lights

Passive-solar heating on moss-rock wall and floor tiles keep room warm all winter

Game table with stained glass swag light, looks out to mountain views

Great cross ventilation

Open to dining room

Dining Room

Oversized dining room between great room and kitchen with tile floor

See through gas fireplace set in cultured stacked stone wall

Atrium door with double glass side-panels leads to partially covered deck

Open to kitchen

Two skylights

Stained glass light over dining table matches light over game table

Kitchen

11.5 long breakfast bar with thick granite radius counters set on half-wall stacked with handsome stoneseparates the kitchen from the dining room

Built-in hutch with drawers and glass doorslit for display

Custom Anasazi ladder goes to decorative lighted corner loft

Large center island with pull out drawer storage for pasta and legumes

Built-in wine rack

Additional storage with; pull out drawers, bread box, and cutting board

Pull out stand-up mixer

Raised dish washer; two appliance garages

Counter TV hook-up

Sub-Zero side by side fridge with water and ice dispenser

Built-in microwave oven and regular oven

Corner gas stove with convection ovenstone work around stove

Warming drawer

Decorative tile counter tops on kitchen island and next to stove

Black porcelain double sink with custom slate tile backsplash

Compactor

Under counter lighting

Two large skylights in tall vaulted ceiling

Elevation changes on custom cabinets with handsome crown molding and decorative area on tops

Large walk-in pantry with Southwest double doors and built-in storage

Cushioned window seat looking out to garden

Windows with custom valances and blinds

Office

French doors leading into very large office with inset transit window above

Stone wall encloses a gas fireplace

Ponderosa Pine tongue and grove wall and vaulted ceiling

Ample lighting from three large windows with custom valances and blinds

Recessed halogen lighting

Master Bedroom Suite

Double door entry to master bedroom suite,

Gorgeous views to SE

Vaulted tongue and groove ceiling

Built-in book shelving and nightstand/cupboard storage surrounding king bed

Stone wall with gas fireplace

Custom window valance and wood blinds for whole wall of window

Large Kohler jetted tub surrounded with mirrored walls and tiled base

Skylight, operable window, and decorative octagon

Steam shower with double shower heads and seat

Dual vanity sink areas with granite counters

Dual linen closets

Two large beautiful walk-in closets with; built-in shelving, rods, cabinetry, carpet and skylight

Recessed lighting

Laundry Room

Lots of built-in cupboards, storage, and sink

Huge mudroom and walk-in coat closet with rods and shelving

Access to garage

UPPER LEVEL

Loft is carpeted and would make a great office, workout room or craft area

Ample under-roof storage

LOWER LEVEL

Custom 4 plank wood stairs leading to walk-out level with stair lighting

Continuation of moss rock wall with huge see-through gas-starter fireplace

Fireplace wall houses; two alcoves for wood storage, wood mantle, and sandstone hearth

Spacious game room with bar sink and built-in cabinets for TV

Wood blinds block out light for TV viewing

Windows and atrium glass door provide mountain vista viewswalkout to lawn, 6 hole putting green, sand trap, and two T-boxes

Secondary door with etched-glass sidelight

Crown and baseboard molding

Recessed halogen lights

Tile floor

Large three-quarter bath; two linen closets; Kohler fixtures

Walk-in closet with door activated lights

Guest Room One

Walk-in closet with door activated light

Windows looking out to lawn and landscaping

Carpeted

Jack n Jill bathroom; tile floor; double sink; linen closets

Decorative wall-shelving

Guest Room Two

Large walk-in closet with door activated light

Windows out to garden and canyon

Jack n Jill bathroom; tile floor; double sink; Kohler fixtures linen closets

Decorative wall-shelving

Guest Room Three

Closet, window overlooking garden, and tile floor

Wine room/Back-up pantry

Walk-in pantry with ample shelving

Storage space for wine and chiller

Wildlife and Recreation

The property has an ideal combination of open meadows, pine woodlands, trails and wildlife habitat, creating a very private setting that supports a myriad of activities. The property has good equestrian facilities and riding terrain, and the ranch offers great trails and topography for hiking and climbing. Several of the trails lead to adjacent State lands that in turn lead to the San Juan National Forest2 million acres of recreational paradise. The ranch, state lands and National Forest are home to an array of wildlife. Commonly seen are elk, mule deer, wild turkey, coyote, great horned owls, and eagles along with many other small animals and song birds. Occasionally, you may even see a black bear crossing the field. The ranch has several ponds and 1.5 miles of the Mancos River, which support the wildlife in the area and provide an great opportunity for fishing. Also, for lake fishing, Jackson Lake provides a wonderful destination, just minutes from the ranch. The Animas, Florida, Pine and San Juan Rivers are all within an hour of the ranch for exceptional fly-fishing.

For downhill skiing, Durango Mountain Resort is a 55-minute drive from the ranch, while Wolf Creek Ski Area is an hour and 30 minutes away. Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snow-mobiling are also available throughout the area and on the ranch. Summertime is filled with opportunities for riding, hiking, fishing, boating, golfing and visiting the local Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Mesa Verde National Park and the Four Corners National Monument. Excellent golf can be found at Dalton Ranch Golf Club, Hillcrest Community Club, the private Glacier Club (memberships available), and a top-rated public course at Pinion Hills in Farmington, NM (approximately 40 miles).