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$1,175,000
Est. payment /mo
56 Acres Lot
New
Lot H M44 Road Placerville, CO 81430
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Key Details
Property Type Vacant Land
Sub Type Residential
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Subdivision Top Of The World
MLS Listing ID 837884
Annual Tax Amount $2,998
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 56.000 Acres
Acres 56.0
Property Sub-Type Residential
Property Description
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.
Location
State CO
County San Miguel
Zoning Residential Single Family
Rooms
Dining Room No
Exterior
Utilities Available Electricity, Phone - Cell Reception, Propane Required
Waterfront Description Creek,Pond
View Mountains, Stream/River, Valley
Building
Sewer Septic
Water Domestic Well
Schools
Elementary Schools Telluride K-6
Middle Schools Telluride 7-8
High Schools Telluride 9-12
Others
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