Listings by Jackie Shepherd

Forget Gold, Forget Silver…WATER is the MOST Valuable Commodity in Colorado! This Large Ranch comes with Senior Water Rights, Mineral Rights, over 700 Acres of Irrigated Fields, Leases on Adjacent BLM and State Land & so much more!!! Situated approximately 25 miles southwest of Alamosa, CO. This 3,700± acre ranch is truly one of the ‘end-of-the-road properties’, LOADED with features, including over 2,300 deeded acres and 1,400 acres of adjacent fully transferrable State of Colorado and BLM leased land, as well as 71.68 Total Net CFS Senior Water Rights. The Ranch contains 2 Homes for owners, guests, and employees, 700+ Acres Irrigated Crop Land & Irrigated Hay Pastures. The Property has Exceptional views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range as well as thousands of acres of the Rio Grande and San Juan National Forests located just to the west. The Ranch is accessible year-round. Known for abounding elk herds and enjoy hunting right out your backdoor on National Forest. The Town of Alamosa offers shopping, restaurants, an airport, a hospital, and its world-famous hot springs. Wolf Creek Ski Area is located approximately 47± miles from Alamosa. With grass covered pastures, irrigated crop & hay fields, wooded river bottoms to hold wildlife and miles of Trout Fishing, this ranch is a Sportsman’s Paradise!

Experience Elk Mountain Ranch, which is peacefully situated amid the Wet Mountains and pine-infused forests. The sprawling property stretches for 40.06 private and secluded acres offering unobstructed, long range views of the surrounding foothills and vistas. The rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains can be viewed in addition to several 14,000-foot snow-capped peaks. Roam the acreage on your trusty steed as the property is well equipped for horses with a loafing shed, corrals, an arena, and a round pen. Royal views can be taken in from the large windows on the 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. The vaulted ceilings peak like a mountain top and provide an open spacious feel. Enjoy the highlighted features like the walk-in pantry and the durable Travertine flooring. Wood elements such as the trim and the decorative wrap on the island bring nature into the architecture. The Wet Mountains provide ample moisture keeping the grass lush and green for wildlife and livestock alike. Large resident herds of elk frequent the property as well as deer and antelope. Leave the city life behind and come home to the calm country roads and a simpler, more relaxed way of life.