The Telluride Region

has diverse areas that appeal to different types of people. The numerous mesas are about as close as one can get to living away from it all, without being away from it all. The vast expanses of sun-kissed stretches of land sit at the base of the area’s most dramatic peaks, meaning days are longer and views seem no more than an arm’s length away. Wildlife roams freely and property lines reach out to mingle among wilderness areas and national forests, suiting equestrians as well as those who love their space. Yet once in the car, all the mesas are less than 40 minutes from Telluride and Mountain Village, with certain 35-acre tracts uniquely positioned only 10 minutes away from the action.

Then there are the numerous outlying towns, which boast community living that’s a little quieter than Telluride and Mountain Village. Heading south, residents actually go up in altitude to the old mining/mountain communities of Ophir, San Bernardo, Trout Lake and Rico, where neighbors live close to each other and to the mountains outside their doors. Heading north and west, residents go down to the slightly warmer and more agricultural towns of Placerville, Ridgway and Norwood, where homesteads come in all sizes and communities have social calendars all their own. And like the mesas, all the outlying communities are no more than 20 to 40 minutes from Telluride and Mountain Village.

685 Wilson Way, Gray Head // $10,750,000

Located on 35 acres within the spectacular Gray Head Wilderness Preserve, Catmando is unsurpassed in craftsmanship and setting. Perched overlooking the Telluride Ski Resort, surrounded by the Telluride region’s entire collection of 13,000- to 14,000-foot peaks, this owner/developer historic renovation is one of a kind. The main living area consists of a pre-Civil War barn with ceilings up to 35 feet, observatory, gym, and game/ theatre room. The 5-bedroom estate’s back yard incorporates a private resort including ponds, waterfalls, a living/entertainment area featuring a Bhutanese-inspired bridge, fire pit, mountain palapa, multi-tiered patios and much more. The views are unmatched anywhere in America, custom finishes unrivaled, and amenities unequaled. Just to see this gem of the Rockies is a unique experience.

7039 Last Dollar Road, Gray Head // $12,500,000

PARADISE FOUND – For those seeking a wilderness lifestyle, but just down the road from all resort amenities, absolute privacy atop the highest knoll in the Gray Head Wilderness Preserve offers up the ultimate retreat. Located on 70 acres with sweeping 360-degree views of the iconic Telluride mountain backdrop, the residence was artfully crafted from three historic 1800s Pennsylvania tobacco barns. The great room, warmed by a 2.5-story doubled-sided wood-burning stone fireplace, enjoys walls of glass perfectly framing the peaks beyond and pond below. All 4 bedrooms with ensuite baths occupy the main level, with the master suite occupying its own wing inclusive of a workout room, steam shower, fireplace and private patio. Remodeled in 2019, all finishes are upscale and blend perfectly with the rustic barn’s posts and beams. An impeccably-finished Kentucky tobacco wood cabana with refrigerator, wood-burning fireplace and bar fronts a second stone-lined pond teaming with trout and fed by a waterfall. All Grayhead Wilderness Owners have access to the Auberge-managed, trailside Element 52 Residences’ amenities.

TD SMITH | 970.729.1577 | td@tdsmith.com

STEVE CATSMAN | 970.729.0100 | steve@catsman.com

26001 Highway 145, Placerville // $2,495,000

The San Miguel River Ranch is nearly 17 acres of lushly-vegetated river property nestled along just under a mile of the San Miguel River. Located just 17 minutes west of Telluride, the property is bordered by the BLM and possesses a conservation easement protecting wildlife, diverse forest, meadows and riparian vegetation. Red sandstone cliffs are warmed by all-day sun with an east/west-oriented valley. The property’s owner has had a house/barn designed and an approved wastewater treatment system engineered, facilitating ease of a future owner to settle in. Also, a new well is drilled and cased that produces 20 GPM, along with an engineered and approved solar panel array. Superb fly fishing is just steps away from a future residence on this slice of privacy and solitude.

739 Wapiti Road // $5,100,000

This “builders custom’’ home in Ski Ranches is the ideal place to live in the Telluride region, nestled among aspen groves and pine trees in a sunny A+ lot on the north end. This creatively-designed home features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths with multiple decks and views for days. Seller is currently rebuilding and remodeling decks, kitchen and bathroom.

STEVE HILBERT | 970.729.0003 | shilbert@telluridecolorado.net

STEVIE HILBERT | 970.708.7376 | steviehilbert@gmail.com

TBD County Road 63L // $995,000

Prime commercial/industrial-zoned property next to the Sheriff’s Department.

BEN JACKSON | 970.708.1495 | bkjack@rmi.net

ANDREW “DRUFUR” WILLIAMSON | 970.729.2112 | drufur@yahoo.com

San Juan Ranches, Lot 3 // $695,000

Escape from the hustle and bustle of the real world to your own private enclave within 40 minutes of Telluride. This stunning 100+-acre parcel is tucked away within the exclusive gated San Juan Ranches community and features year-round access with sweeping views and all of the land your heart and livestock could possibly desire. Build the compound of your dreams, within close proximity to Telluride, Ridgway, Ouray and Montrose.

GARRETT AND JESSICA SIMON | 970.708.1155 | garrett@telluridecolorado.net

BRITTANY “BEBE” HINDE | 970.708.9014 | bebehinde@gmail.com

143 Stock Road, Placerville // $7,900,000

A golden opportunity to own on both sides of the San Miguel River. Historically known as the San Miguel River Canyon, this charming riverfront cabin rests gently on a sun-drenched lot with access to a private 20-ton bridge that uses the river as a moat to protect the exclusive 11.17 acres that backs up to thousands of acres of BLM property in front of Slaughterhouse Gulch. This 3-bedroom 3.5-bath residence was remodeled in 2022. The master suite has independent access to a hot tub that is nestled into a 1,500-square-foot deck overlooking the river, and boasting an outdoor fireplace, bar, and grill. The remaining two bedrooms are both ensuite, along with a living/dining area perfect for entertaining or soaking up the outdoor beauty.

BEN JACKSON | 970.708.1495 | bkjack@rmi.net

TD SMITH | 970.729.1577 | td@tdsmith.com

Paradise Ranch is a tranquil oasis, just a short, scenic drive from all the activities and amenities of downtown Telluride. The gem of Hastings Mesa, this choice 39-acre parcel was the first property sold when the larger Milliken Cattle Ranch was subdivided 30 years ago. Spectacular views of Mount Hayden, North Pole Peak and the Wilson Range are to be had from the current home or practically anywhere on the property. A horse-lover’s dream, nearly three miles of multipurpose recreational trails crisscross the gentle rolling landscape. The current 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home has a open main level floor plan, cozy, tasteful interior, loft/flex room, and boasts 1200 square feet of deck space – a wonderful place to enjoy this mesa oasis while building a larger dream home on one of many scenic homesites.

TBD Oak Grove Road, Montrose // $1,485,000

Calling all developers! This 37.21-acre parcel is near multiple neighborhoods and only a few minutes from Highway 550 in Montrose. This land is ready to be annexed and zoned accordingly to whatever a developer may need. The property also comes with water rights.

BEN JACKSON | 970.708.1495 | bkjack@rmi.net

ANDREW “DRUFUR” WILLIAMSON | 970.729.2112 | drufur@yahoo.com

TBD Ponderosa Drive, Ridgway // $450,000

This beautiful 37-acre parcel in Log Hill Crest is a flat buildable site with spectacular second floor views of surrounding peaks. Very private, no HOAs, do your own thing here.

STEVE HILBERT | 970.729.0003 | shilbert@telluridecolorado.net

STEVIE HILBERT | 970.708.7376 | steviehilbert@gmail.com

Lot 7, Sunnyside Ranch // $7,100,000

This is a 35-acre luxury alpine meadow homesite with private gated access. The homesite sits on a bench with aspen trees and majestic and inspiring mountain perspectives. Lot 7 has 180-degree prodigious views of Ajax Mountain to the east, Wilson Peak to the west and squares up perfectly to Telluride Ski Resort and Palmyra Peak to the south. Less than 15 minutes from the Town of Telluride, Mountain Village and the Telluride Regional Airport. Build your dream home and enjoy grazing elk and living among aspens as you make the breathtaking, wellmaintained drive to your Telluride mountain retreat. ROBERT

Lot 14, Cornerstone Golf Community // $500,000

This impressive homesite is located in the exclusive Cornerstone Golf Community on the 6th fairway with excellent views of the Cimarron Range and Horsefly Peak. One of the few lots available that is located directly on the golf course. The Cornerstone Golf Community is situated on 6,000 acres between Montrose and Telluride and has many outdoor activities including golf, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.

JIM NERLIN | 970.729.1444 | jim@jnerlin.com

192 South Avalon Drive, Norwood // $175,000

Awesome 38.44 acres located off the Lone Cone Road. This flat and usable corner lot is partially fenced with storage shed, power and a functioning well already in place. Elk, deer, turkey and wildlife abound, and Miramonte and Gurley reservoirs are right down the road for great fishing. Telluride is less than an hour away and the Town of Norwood is 10 minutes away. Bring your trailer, your horses and your dogs, while you build your dream home and start enjoying the good life that Norwood has to offer.

ANDREW DOLESE | 970.708.3739 | andrew@tellurideluxuryhomesandcondos.com

Lot 43 Hidden Lakes Estate, Ophir // $279,000

This rare 5.21-acre parcel in Hidden Lakes Estates is a perfect opportunity to create a summer retreat in the high country. Enjoy the neighborhood’s private lake, surrounding hiking trails, cool relaxing climate, and incredible mountainous views.

ANDREW “DRUFUR” WILLIAMSON | 970.729.2112 | drufur@yahoo.com

BEN JACKSON | 970.708.1495 | bkjack@rmi.net

This property has excellent agricultural water rights and a great-producing, great-tasting well. Complete privacy, no covenants, no HOA; the grazing lease keeps the taxes low, and the valley irrigated allowing excellent wildlife peeping and hunting. Maverick Draw runs through this beautiful wildlife corridor. The main house is a large new contemporary 2-bedroom, 2-bath with amazing views and total privacy, with in-floor heating, stainless plasma fireplaces, an elegant entertainer’s kitchen and living area, and so much more. The easily-expandable caretakers/guest house is on a completely different hillside from the main house, and is central to the heated greenhouse dome, chicken coop and shop. Lots of well-thought-out infrastructure is on this property, including two underground 1500-gallon water cisterns.

JIM NERLIN | 970.729.1444 | jim@jnerlin.com

Homes / Lots / Commercial, Colona // $6,500,000

Opportunities come and go. To own a historic town less than an hour from a world-class ski resort is an opportunity that comes around once in a lifetime! Colona is located where the mountains meet the valley, on Highway 550 between Ridgway and Montrose, a scenic 55-minute drive to Telluride! This offering consists of seven homes, one mobile home, 11 residential lots (50 foot), the historic Mercantile/Post Office/Calloway Complex and Stockyards Outdoor Pavilion. Nearly all commercial-type buildings have been meticulously restored by the current owner (see colonacolorado.com). This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to help write the next chapter of a landmark Colorado town!

ED ENTNER | 970.708.7715 | eentner@icloud.com

BEN JACKSON | 970.708.1495 | bkjack@rmi.net

35 Hotchkiss Avenue, Colona // $1,195,000

Decorated in the style of an early 20th-century National Park lodge (one can imagine Teddy Roosevelt and John Muir having dinner and sharing travel stories here), this space just oozes with ATMOSPHERE! The cornerstone location to the historic town of Colona, now undergoing a major re-development – see colonacolorado.com. All bar/equipment, fixtures, furnishings and decorations are included in the sale price, as well as lots to the north of the building that are currently parking/lawn. There are 2 large decks that double seating capacity in the busy summer months. Main-level/second-floor back patios would be easy additions and the building could be expanded north. With 3.5 million annual passersby, the possibilities for a destination restaurant concept are limitless!

ED ENTNER | 970.708.7715 | eentner@icloud.com

BEN JACKSON | 970.708.1495 | bkjack@rmi.net

7 Whinnerah/104 Sawtooth Street, Colona Assemblage // $1,300,000

Opportunities come and go. To own a portion of a historic town less than an hour from a world-class ski resort is an opportunity that comes around once in a lifetime! Colona is located along US Highway 550, between the town of Ridgway and the city of Montrose, a scenic 55-minute drive to Telluride! This offering includes 1 home, 1 mobile home and 6 buildable lots on two neighboring properties. It has great views of the Sneffels range to the South, Storm King and Castle Rock to the East.

ED ENTNER | 970.708.7715 | eentner@icloud.com

BEN JACKSON | 970.708.1495 | bkjack@rmi.net