Rio De La Vida

Rio De La Vida

120± Acres in Cuchara Valley, Colorado

PRESENTED BY BACHMAN & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Nestled in the Cuchara Valley of Southern Colorado, Rio de la Vida is nothing short of a recreational paradise combined with luxury lifestyle living. The Southwest-inspired main home includes the highest quality construction, design, furnishing, and a pristine three-hole golf course. The lake lodge is ideal for entertaining, with screened porches, ample room for guests, fire pits, and retractable glass doors to let in the cool mountain air. The gem of the property is the 3.43-acre private lake with five species of trout, the largest fish exceeding 30 inches. Exceptional views and approximately one mile of enhanced Cucharas River create an unparalleled setting.

La Veta, Spanish for “The Vein,” rests within the Cuchara Valley and has a small-town population of roughly 850 full-time residents. La Veta became a commercial center with the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad development, which brought more settlers and opportunities to the area. La Veta Pass was once the highest U.S. railroad pass throughout the United States and allowed trade to the San Luis Valley to flourish.

Located on the eastern slopes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Cuchara, Spanish for “spoon,” is a quaint mountain town. Booming during the summer months, this area is surrounded by San Isabel National Forest, which draws many visitors and locals alike to enjoy ATV trails, hiking, and camping in the cooler mountain climates. Many gather at the local restaurants for live music, craft brews, and wine pairings. As the snowy winter months arrive, many travelers retreat to warmer weather making for a peaceful season of rest. Rio de la Vida lies in the heart of the Valley with paved access and close proximity to local towns.

Featured in Mountain Living Magazine, the main home is a collaboration of Log and Adobe, creating a unique Southwest masterpiece. The current owners worked with the premier contractor of the Cuchara Valley to develop their plans alongside Bob Nestor and Robin Gray of Nestor and Gray Architects out of Santa Fe, New Mexico. The home was built around hand-selected logs and antique doors to create an authentic custom design. Viers Furniture Co sourced wood around the Yellowstone River to create custom pieces throughout that are true works of art. There is a threehole golf course that is groomed to mint condition; enjoy the warm summer days playing a round. Sip your finest wine on the covered patio and enjoy the spectacular views of the Spanish Peaks in this three-bedroom, fivebathroom Southwest retreat.

Overlooking the 3.43-acre Lake Dalton, the Lake Lodge is perfect for a family of outdoor enthusiasts. Live comfortably with five spacious bedrooms, four being en suites. The kitchen is crafted with entertainment in mind, including custom cabinets and live edge countertops. The lodge is furnished with custom hand-crafted Old Hickory Furniture, known for its toughness, durability, and strength. Prepare your gear in the “Anglers Retreat” located downstairs with a fly-tying station and top-of-the-line rods, waders, nets, and more. Whether you prefer fishing in the lake or the meandering Cucharas River throughout the property, you will surely catch one of the five species of trout found on this spectacular offering. Sold turnkey, find your mountain retreat at Rio de la Vida.

120± Acres

Huerfano County, Colorado

$10,000,000

Russell Hickey, ALC, Owner/BrokerAssociate

Co-Listed by James Wetzel of AllSeason’s Real Estate

O: 719-742-5551 | M : 719-337-3234

Russell@BachmanAndAssociates.com

Main office at 222 S. Main Street, La Veta, Colorado with office locations in Cuchara, Walsenburg and Trinidad

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