76 red mountain ranch road upper loop

Welcome to an exceptional opportunity in Red Mountain Ranch, a prestigious gated community just 15 minutes south of Crested Butte. This homesite is one of the most desirable in the entire subdivision, offering a rare combination of easy accessibility and stunning natural beauty. Positioned on a gently elevated knoll, the lot features one of the flattest driveways and most build-friendly envelopes in the community. From this vantage point, you’ll enjoy expansive panoramic views of the surrounding Elk Mountains, or you may choose to preserve the native landscape, keeping the mature stands of Pine and Aspen trees that offer serene privacy and a true forested feel. Wildlife is abundant here, and this particular parcel is a favorite resting place for the resident elk herds that roam Red Mountain Ranch. Property owners have the flexibility to build a guest house of at least 1,500 square feet and a total of up to 7,500 square feet of improvements, which can include a main residence, guest home, barn, and garage. Whether you're envisioning a classic mountain lodge or a more modern alpine estate, this homesite offers both the space and setting to bring your vision to life. Red Mountain Ranch is known not only for its privacy and breathtaking beauty but also for its access to outdoor adventure and mountain living. Explore miles of trails by horseback, bike through aspen groves, ski through snowy meadows in winter, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful seclusion of your mountain sanctuary. This is more than just a homesite, it’s a chance to build your dream home in Crested Butte.