OFF GRID HOMESTEADING , Blanca, CO 81123(Costilla County)

Nice location being only 12 miles to the Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area, 14.7 miles to town of Blanca, and 16 miles to majestic Mount Blanca.

Only 2.6 miles west is the beautiful Rio Grande River.

The Great Sand Dunes National Park is 35 miles north.

People travel to this area just for the star gazing and it is spectacular with pure night skies.

See the Buying Process and how to purchase this land further down the listing.

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Colorado even has a wild horse adoption program for land owners.

Our lot located in the San Luis Valley surrounded by mountains, and is located 14.7 miles SW of Blanca, a town that has all the necessities.

There is no time limit to build and camping is allowed.

There are homes in this area where most choose to live off grid.

Wells and septic systems are the norm and many use cisterns as a cheaper alternative to drilling a well. A cistern can be filled for as little as 25$ / 500 gallons of water at the San Luis water department.

BUYING PROCESS:

To purchase my land, the process would be, I would need how you want your name(s) and mailing address on the contract, where I will email you a signed contract.

Total price of $3500, paid in one full payment where your ownership is then transferred after receiving payment,

A $99 deed processing fee is paid with payment, total = $3599.

A signed contract will precede payment.

After receiving your payment, your ownership will be legally recorded with the Costilla County Recorder via a Warranty Deed, guaranteeing all taxes paid up to date, no liens, clear title.

I am a retired teacher, and got into land investing to supplement my teaching salary,

I am 73 and my wife 70 and we have gained the experience to select the best areas to for land values and future home sites,

Our land as an investment: if you purchase land from us, at no charge, I would help you if you ever decided to sell in the future.

Real estate is, and will always be, a familys best investment.

Owning our land is having access to a lifetime of great family fun and recreation, in a very beautiful, natural setting.

Distant views of Mount Blanca to the north and the Sangre De Cristo mountains to the east. You can install a well on this parcel or a water cistern. Build off the grid with a small cabin (minimum 600 sq ft) and homes here have septic systems,

The San Luis Valley Ranch Area (SLVR) is zoned "Estate Residential" and zoning restrictions are spelled out in the new "Land Use Code." Campers, travel trailers, and RVs can usually be used on SLVR sites for recreational purposes. Under the new code, they cannot be used for permanent residences. Mobile homes have to be 1976 or later models, and require a permit and inspection prior to occupancy. Cabins and homes also require an occupancy permit. These inspections and permits for permanent residences are required, "to protect the quality of life and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the occupants". A safety inspection of propane systems and electrical wiring are included. Usually an approved septic system will also be required before a occupancy permit is issued. The SLVR area has covenants that were recorded in the 1970s, but there presently is no homeowners association to enforce these covenants. Under the Land Use Code, all buildings must be set back at least 20' from the street.

Residential, minimum size home 600 sq ft. with no commitment or time limit to build.

Camping allowed for up to 14-days every three months. After 14 days a long- term camping permit would be required to remain on the property. Then for even longer RV camping, septic and water source is required

No HOA/POA fees.

Power by solar, propane or generator, Phone by cellular/satellite, TV/Internet by satellite.

Most homeowners here are living off the grid.

A land owner can camp on their land for a total of 14 days during any consecutive 3 months, without needing a permit.

For longer than the 14 days per 3 months, you need to obtain a Long-Term Camping Permit where a well and septic system would need to be installed and hooked up to an RV.

The Long-Term Permit is good for 60 days where a new application is required after the 60 days, and cannot exceed 180 days per year. An RV or tent cannot be used as a permanent dwelling. There is no time limit when have to build.

Colorado is one of the fastest growing states in the nation making land here even more valuable over time.

The San Luis Valley is one of the highest and largest intermountain valleys in the world. Bordered on the East by the Sangre De Cristo Mountains and the San Juans on the West, you will find a multitude of historical, cultural and recreational activities including: Monte Vista & Alamosa Wildlife Refuges, San Luis Lake State Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, Penitente Canyon, Thunder Mountain Speedway, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, Colorado Gator Farm, Del Norte, Monte Vista, and the Great Dunes National Park

A number of working farms are in the area. The San Luis Valley is one of Colorados last large agricultural areas. It is also is one of the nations largest potato producing areas, and produces a lot of barley and hay. If you drink beer brewed in Colorado (either Coors or Bud), chances are good the barley it was brewed from was grown in the San Luis Valley.

The agricultural output of the Valley is amazing, since it sits at around 7,500+ elevation and has a relative short growing season. It averages generally less than 8 inches of precipitation per year and is totally reliant on irrigation. Winters can be cold, but with relatively little snow on the valley floor. The valley is also cool in the summer with few days topping 90 degrees.

The oldest settlements and the oldest continuously operating church in Colorado are in the Valley. There are some great local restaurants where one can find authentic southern Colorado/northern New Mexico New Mexican food. There are many neat things to see in the Valleythe Great Sand Dunes, an alligator farm (really!), the Stations of the Cross sculptures in San Luis (an absolute must-not-miss, regardless of ones religious persuasion), the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad (both not to be missed), just to name a few.

Costilla County Colorado is a great spot for anyone who loves the outdoors. One of the many things you can do here is spend time boating, fishing, or even fly-fishing. The area has plenty of walleye, pike, bass, trout, and a few other species of fish.

Costilla County is home to four main reservoirs: Mountain Home Reservoir, Sanchez Reservoir, Smith Reservoir, and Eastdale Reservoir. Because of Colorados conservancy efforts, these reservoirs have thriving wildlife and clean water. They are great places to spend the day on the water with family and friends fishing, sightseeing, and relaxing.

Blanca Peak is the fifth highest summit of the Rocky Mountains of North America and the U.S. state of Colorado. The ultra-prominent 14,351-foot peak is the highest summit of the the Sangre de Cristo Range, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

The fourteener is located 9.6 miles NE of the Town of Blanca.

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Driving Directions from Blanca, 14.7 miles:

US 160 west out of Blanca,

To south on County Rd 12

To right onto 33th St, to left on 31st St, to right again onto 33th St,

To left at 37.3579, -105,6490,

To what becomes Avondale Rd, the land road.

Just south of Wild Horse Rd.

Using GPS coord. below to the land,

GPS CORNERS:

NW: 37.3438, -105.6964

NE: 37.3446, -105.6956

SW: 37.3428, -105.6944

SE: 37.3434, -105.6938

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BUYING PROCESS

To purchase my land, the process would be, I would need how you want your name(s) and mailing address on the contract, where I will email you a signed contract.

Total price of $3500, paid in one full payment where your ownership is then transferred after receiving payment,

A $99 deed processing fee is paid with payment, total = $3599.

A signed contract will precede payment.

After receiving your payment, your ownership will be legally recorded with the Costilla County Recorder via a Warranty Deed, guaranteeing all taxes paid up to date, no liens, clear title.

We live in Ohio. Our connection to Colorado is our daughter lives in Denver, though she is not involved with our land sales. We visit her throughout the year, where we also explore land to purchase.

And just a note of encouragement for you if you purchase:

My wife and I have invested and sold land in a number of states, for 30 years.

You can trust we will process your notarized deeds correctly and quickly.

In that land ownership transfers are processed thru Costilla County, a State Govt. agency, not following thru per our legally signed contract would be a crime.

I certainly will do what I say, and would never put myself nor my wife in any legal jeopardy.

Also, we have sold properties on 4 sites online for over 25 years:

Landcom, Landwatch, and LandandFarm.

Our continued good status on these sites is due to our always following thru, as just one time we would not, we would not be allowed to sell on these sites ever again.