
16679 Highway 96 Wetmore, CO 81253
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,338 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,338 sqft
Price per Sqft $384
MLS Listing ID 2600359
Style Chalet
Bedrooms 3
Half Baths 1
Three Quarter Bath 2
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,903
Year Built 2002
Annual Tax Amount $3,460
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 35.000 Acres
Acres 35.0
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source recolorado
Property Description
The primary suite opens to an elevated wrap-around deck with sweeping views of the Wet Mountains. Inside, a wood-burning stove anchors the living room, creating a warm, inviting cabin feel perfect for quiet evenings or hosting guests.
The partially fenced, forested acreage offers endless outdoor enjoyment, from relaxing on the covered patio to exploring your private shooting range and orchard. Nearby BLM land provides excellent hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing amid dramatic canyons and rock outcroppings. Additional features include a detached heated entertainment building with electricity and plumbing, plus a renovated playhouse for storage, hobbies, or family fun.
Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home includes an island kitchen with high-performance appliances, radiant in-floor heating, solar power, and a 17KW backup generator. Located just minutes from Westcliffe, you'll enjoy convenient access to medical services, a regional airport, and year-round recreation, with the Great Sand Dunes and Arkansas River close by.
Location
State CO
County Custer
Rooms
Basement Exterior Entry, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Interior
Heating Radiant Floor, Wood Stove
Cooling None
Fireplace N
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Exterior
Exterior Feature Gas Grill
Parking Features Asphalt, Concrete
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Partial
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Propane
Roof Type Metal
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Borders National Forest, Corner Lot, Fire Mitigation, Mountainous
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Level or Stories Tri-Level
Structure Type Brick,Rock
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
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition None

6455 S. Yosemite St., Suite 500 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 USA
REALTOR ® / Broker Associate License ID: FA.100108858As a Colorado resident for more than 20 years, I’ve raised my family in Castle Rock and have a deep appreciation for the community, lifestyle, and natural beauty that make Douglas County such a special place to call home. I love helping buyers and sellers discover opportunities here and sharing what makes this area so unique.
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