Cottonwood Retreat

LOCATION
The Cottonwood Retreat is conveniently located 24 miles north of Cheyenne, Wyoming, with year-round access off 1-25. Northern towns of Colorado, such as Fort Collins, Greeley and Loveland are approximately 65 miles south. Denver, Colorado is 120 south of the property.

ACREAGE AND DESCRIPTION
The Cottonwood Retreat spans 119.93 deeded acres and was once home to the J.M. Carey and Bros. Land Company, established in the early 1900s. The new home is nestled among mature Cottonwood and Pine trees, providing privacy and shade. The property features rolling, grass-covered hills and overlooks Horse Creek, a riparian zone with willows. The pasture is enclosed with three, four, and five-strand barbed wire on wood and steel posts, all in excellent condition. The horse corral, fenced with portable panels, includes a loafing shed and tack room, as well as an automatic waterer and a hydrant. Additionally, a new row of Austrian Pine and Rocky Mountain Juniper trees has been planted and is maintained with a drip system. The elevation is 6,000 feet above sea level, and the property is frequented by white-tail deer, elk, geese, and ducks.

UTILITIES
Water – Private well, 130’ deep, 25 gmp
Electricity – Black Hills Energy, monthly average $80
Propane – 500-gallon rented tank from Suburban Propane
Sewer – Private septic
Internet – Starlink, $120/month
Communications – Cell coverage is available, and the home comes with a booster.
Garbage – $159/every three months

IMPROVEMENTS
The one-story, ranch-style home, built in 2023 by Vap Construction, spans 2,596 square feet. It features three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The exterior is adorned with metal siding in contrasting colors and rock wainscoting. The metal roof includes snow cleats for added safety. Both the front and back boast large, covered patios, with the front patio equipped with a propane BBQ hook-up. The simple landscaping around the home ensures efficient water drainage, and the yard includes an underground sprinkler system. The attached, oversized two-car garage is insulated and finished with sheetrock.

Inside, the home offers an open-concept layout with high-quality UV windows and spray foam insulation. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout. The custom kitchen is equipped with mid-stain hickory cabinets featuring soft-close mechanisms and pull-out drawers, including a hide-away mixer stand. The Frigidaire Professional stainless-steel appliances include a refrigerator, double ovens, a 6-burner gas cooktop, dishwasher, and built-in convection/microwave oven. Quartz countertops and a beautiful tile backsplash enhance the kitchen’s aesthetic. The kitchen island, designed for seating four barstools, adds functionality, while a large walk-in pantry with solid shelves offers ample storage space.

The laundry room boasts the same high-quality upper and lower cabinets, complemented by a large sink. The living room features a propane fireplace and an attractive windmill-like ceiling fan. Large windows flood the space with natural light and offer a great view of the surrounding cottonwoods and Horse Creek.

The master bedroom is illuminated by large windows that overlook the front. The walk-in closet is spacious, with built-in shelves and hanging bars. The master bathroom is well-appointed with high-quality cabinets, a built-in vanity, and custom shelving. It includes a walk-in shower, while the second bathroom offers a tub/shower combo, both featuring stylish barn sliding doors. The other two bedrooms also have large windows, ample closet space, and are conveniently located near the second bathroom.

Additionally, there is a separate office room. The utility room houses a propane forced heater, water softener, and on-demand hot water system, with the home also featuring A/C.

The outbuildings include a 1,024 square foot pole barn, built in 2021, with a concrete floor and apron, and two 12’ overhead doors, a 96 square foot lean-to horse shed with tack room, fenced in with portable panels, plus two original outbuildings dating back to 1920.

TAXES: The 2024 taxes are estimated at $2,470.

SUMMARY
This is the quiet country property you’ve been longing for, with a charming new home and a usable set of outbuildings. Located just minutes north of Cheyenne, Wyoming; the property is nestled among mature Cottonwood and Pine trees.