Waterfront

lot h m44 road

Placerville, CO 81430

$1,175,000

56 AC LOT
Land - Residential
Waterfront
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Acreage 56
Status Active
MLS # 837884
County San Miguel CO
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Category Land - Residential
Status Active
Acreage 56
MLS # 837884
County San Miguel CO
Top of the World is one of the most coveted mountain enclaves in the Telluride region, offering an extraordinary opportunity to own 56 pristine acres just twenty scenic minutes from Telluride. Rich in Colorado history and surrounded by spectacular alpine landscapes, this remarkable property is home to the legendary Cowboy Heaven homesite—a place that honors the rugged pioneers and ranching heritage of Specie Mesa while offering an exceptional setting for your own mountain legacy. The land is breathtaking. Gently rolling meadows, mature stands of native trees, and wide-open pastures create an unforgettable landscape where elk and mule deer roam freely throughout the seasons. Fully fenced and remarkably usable, the acreage offers multiple premier building sites, each carefully positioned to capture sweeping mountain panoramas, vibrant sunsets, and views of the historic neighboring ranchlands that define this iconic corner of Southwestern Colorado. Unlike many luxury mountain communities, Top of the World provides the flexibility to build a thoughtfully designed custom residence without requiring an oversized estate. Architectural guidelines allow a more modestly sized main home, creating the perfect opportunity for those seeking refined mountain living with timeless elegance rather than excess. Essential infrastructure is already in place, including a newly completed high-producing well, conventional electrical service, and year-round access via well-maintained roads. Specie Creek meanders along the property's western boundary, while a historic pond enhances the beauty, wildlife habitat, and peaceful character of this extraordinary setting. From your future home, world-class skiing, fine dining, art galleries, music festivals, and year-round events in Telluride are only minutes away. Equally convenient are the ranchlands and recreation of Norwood and Colorado's celebrated West End, offering endless opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, fly fishing on the nearby San Miguel River, rafting, and exploring some of the state's most spectacular public lands. For buyers seeking an even more significant mountain holding, the adjoining 54-acre parcel is also available, creating an exceptional 110-acre legacy estate with two productive wells, unparalleled privacy, and multiple world-class building sites. Properties of this caliber—combining history, privacy, exceptional infrastructure, abundant wildlife, and close proximity to Telluride—rarely become available. Top of the World isn't simply a place to build a home; it's a place to create a lasting Colorado legacy.

Exterior Features

  • Construction Single Family
  • Garage No
  • Water Domestic Well
  • Sewer Septic Tank
  • Lot Dimensions 1310x1610
  • Lot Description Cleared, Wooded Lot, Foothills, Boundaries Marked, Pasture, Skier Access

Neighborhood & Schools

  • Subdivision Top of the World
  • Elementary School Telluride K-6
  • Middle School Telluride 7-8
  • High School Telluride 9-12

Financial Information

  • Parcel ID 456119107107
  • Zoning Residential Single Family

Listing Information

Listing Provided Courtesy of United Country Sneffels Realty - (970) 626-3555
Listing Agent Todd Schroedel
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