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Westcliffe,CO 81252
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,437 sqft
Price per Sqft $295
Subdivision Silver Cliff Heights
MLS Listing ID 8268820
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,437
Year Built 2000
Annual Tax Amount $1,230
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 18.700 Acres
Acres 18.7
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source recolorado
Property Description
Welcome to a one-of-a-kind, energy-efficient mountain retreat just 15 minutes from the charming town of Westcliffe,
Colorado. This 1.5-story, 1,437 sq. ft. straw bale and adobe home combines sustainability with comfort, all set on a
sprawling 18.7-acre lot. Featuring 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, it's the perfect haven for those seeking privacy, natural
beauty, and a smarter way of living. Step inside to a warm and inviting interior highlighted by Mexican-style Saltillo tile
floors—valued for both their character and excellent thermal conductivity—paired with rich pine accents throughout. A
wood-burning stove anchors the living space, capable of heating the entire home through winter with just a single cord of
wood. Designed with sustainability at its core, the home features straw bale construction with 18" exterior walls and
passive solar heating via a beautiful solarium, ideal for year-round indoor gardening. Additional amenities include a dog run
off the back door, plus a 24x30 oversized 1-car detached garage/shop complete with its own wood-burning stove. Fire
mitigation was recently completed, ensuring peace of mind. Unique to this property are possible rare spring-fed water
rights, which feed an underground cistern connected to the garage. Here, you'll enjoy the tranquility of rural living with the
convenience of year-round access via county-maintained roads. Located just 7 miles from town, you're never far from a
coffee shop, grocery store, or dinner at a local restaurant. With ample acreage, the property is well-suited for horse
enthusiasts, remote workers seeking a quiet home office, or anyone dreaming of a sustainable retreat in the Colorado
mountains. This home isn't just a property—it's an opportunity to live more intentionally, blending comfort, privacy, and
energy efficiency in a truly remarkable setting.
Location
State CO
County Custer
Interior
Interior Features Built-in Features
Heating Passive Solar,Propane,Wall Furnace,Wood
Cooling None
Flooring Tile,Wood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Other,Wood Burning Stove
Fireplace Y
Appliance Dryer,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Laundry In Unit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony,Dog Run
Parking Features Heated Garage,Lighted
Garage Spaces 1.0
Utilities Available Electricity Connected,Propane
Roof Type Metal
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage No
Building
Lot Description Level,Many Trees,Rolling Slope,Sloped
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Level or Stories Two
Structure Type Adobe,Frame,Straw
Schools
Elementary Schools Custer County
Middle Schools Custer County
High Schools Custer County
School District Custer County C-1
Others
Senior Community No
Ownership Individual
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Special Listing Condition None