Other in Bayfield, CO

Ashley Blackmore, Blackmore Group, O:,,: Creekfront mountain living near Vallecito Lake with a guest apartment, RV hookups, and year-round access. Nestled among towering pines in the highly desirable Ponderosa subdivision, this charming Colorado mountain cabin sits along the banks of Grimes Creek, offering the soothing sounds of running water, mountain views, privacy, and the ultimate Southwest Colorado lifestyle. Just minutes from Vallecito Lake, the marina, boat ramps, hiking trails, fishing access, and the San Juan National Forest, this property is ideally positioned as a primary residence, vacation home, short-term rental opportunity, or multi-generational mountain retreat. The main home features an open-concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, a spacious living area, functional kitchen, dining space, two main-level bedrooms, full bath, laundry area, and a versatile upper-level loft, bunk room, office, or guest space with an additional bathroom. A forced-air furnace provides comfortable year-round living. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct creek frontage, a private footbridge crossing Grimes Creek, RV parking with hookups, multiple storage sheds, and a detached two-car garage with a separate guest apartment above complete with its own sleeping area and bathroom-perfect for visitors, extended family, a caretaker, studio, home office, or potential rental income. Located approximately 30 minutes from Durango and surrounded by endless recreation including boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, fly fishing, hiking, horseback riding, ATV trails, snowmobiling, hunting, and access to the Weminuche Wilderness, this property offers the rare combination of creekfront living, guest accommodations, mountain charm, and no HOA or restrictive covenants. Properties with Grimes Creek frontage this close to Vallecito Lake rarely become available.