Cherry Creek Valley Farm
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Description
Interest rate buydown being offered! Cherry Creek Valley Farm is a truly special property that must be seen to fully appreciate the peace and serenity it provides. The 43-acre parcel includes a 2,808 SF Southwestern-style main home with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, plus a charming, well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom guest home with a 1-car garage. The ranch features a horse barn with stalls and an artist studio workshop, two paddocks, and a second barn with equipment storage.
Land
The 43-acre property consists of a river valley bottom with lush grassy meadows surrounded by tall cottonwood trees, extending up ridges covered in piñon, cedar, and gambel oak. It borders 201 acres of BLM land, offering expanded opportunities for hiking and horseback riding. Approximately 4 acres of irrigable land are watered via a pump and sprinkler pods.
Improvements
The main residence is a well-maintained, single-level 2,808 SF Southwestern-style home with high-end finishes. It includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a half bath, and a 2-car attached garage. Features include 9-foot ceilings with Saguaro rib detailing between open log beams, 8-inch thick exterior walls for insulation, radiant in-floor hot water heat, and a double pass-through wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen boasts custom alder cabinets, granite countertops, modern appliances, and tile flooring. Outdoor living is enhanced by a covered front patio and a spacious back patio. A separate heated building houses a whole-property water filtration system, water softener, workbench, and space for a small workshop. The home also includes a 1,000-gallon propane tank and redundant heating via a propane boiler and electric furnace.
The guest house, built in 2017 on a permanent foundation, is currently used as a mother-in-law residence but is ideal for guests, caretakers, or rental. It is a well-maintained 1,056 SF home with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a 1-car attached garage, and an additional storage room. It features a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room.
Two barns support animal care and storage. The newer 2,160 SF barn includes 3 stalls, an artist studio workshop, and hay storage lofts, with stalls opening to a grassy paddock. The second barn has horse stalls opening to a corral and space for equipment storage.
Recreation
Durango, Colorado, offers a vibrant mix of natural beauty and cultural experiences. The historic downtown features charming shops, diverse dining, and art galleries. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Animas River activities, and extensive hiking and biking trails. Mesa Verde National Park, with its renowned Ancestral Pueblo dwellings, is a short drive away. Winter sports are available at Purgatory Resort, and relaxation awaits at Durango Resort & Hot Springs.
Location
The property is just 25 minutes from Durango, Colorado, with year-round access via a county-maintained gravel road. Multiple airports are within an hour’s drive, including Durango–La Plata County Municipal Airport, which offers direct flights to Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, and Denver.
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Research Parcel InformationDirections
From Durango take Hwy 160 west to CR 105 aka Cherry Creek Road. Go south on CR 105 for 7.5 miles and make a left on Shasta Trail. Go a short distance to property entry gate on the left.
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About Wendell Qualls
I grew up in a beautiful farming and ranching community in southwest Colorado and I am blessed to call this area home. Growing up I enjoyed roaming the mountains, foothills, and ranches in search big game animals as well as small game and predators. If Im not out selling real estate, my wife and I can usually be found enjoying time on our boat and camping at a local lake.In my early years, I worked for numerous farmers and ranchers and learned a lot about the farm and ranch life. Those lessons included learning a good work ethic, what hard work is all about and the rewards that come from giving it your best effort. Something else I learned from those farmers and ranchers is a love and appreciation for the land. One of my favorite parts of my job is getting to spend time out on properties and experiencing the unique qualities that each property has to offer.My interest in real estate sales began as a customer, buying and selling personal and investment properties, and that eventually evolved into a full-time career as a real estate broker. I have been dedicated to helping my clients to achieve their real estate goals for over 23 years and I find great satisfaction in guiding my clients through what can be a complicated process. I have been one of the top producing brokers in the Durango area throughout my career, having closed over 400 real estate transactions, totaling over $100 Million in sales. I am dedicated to helping my clients to find the perfect property for their needs or to help them to market and sell their current property to transition into the next chapter of their lives. I strive to provide the highest level of service and expertise to each of my clients and to utilize all of my experience and skills to guide my clients smoothly through the entire transaction.