Joseph Burns

$215,000

5.2 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81403

Lying in the heart of fertile fields, large sandstone canyon walls and views of the San Juan Mountains is the Shavano Valley. Only an hour drive to Telluride ski area or a day's ATV ride directly from the property to Moab, UT. Not only is Shavano Valley unique, but you also get breathtaking views in a quiet, peaceful setting. The property is located only 15 minutes from downtown Montrose and less than five minutes from the Uncompahgre Plateau and National Forest. With county road access and all utilities, this makes for a beautiful destination to build your home! The properties also include irrigation water to cut down the cost of having a lawn in the summer months. These lots also offer minimal covenants! This property offers the live style we all long for; the ability to bring in 4H animals, have a garden, raise farm fresh eggs, and look at the San Juan Mountain range. You will be able to enjoy the western farm and ranching romance and activities that the Western Slope of Colorado has to offer.

$9,950,000

1,065 Acres

Lake City, Colorado, 81235

Lake Fork River Ranch, a place where anglers gently wade as elk proclaim their autumntide serenade. This pristine mountain paradise offers direct river frontage and over 6 miles of world-class trout fishing- all just 10 minutes outside Lake City, Colorado! Beginning at 8,500 feet, the ranch climbs through lowland meadows and trout ponds to evergreen hillsides and aspen-covered creek bottoms. Across this 1,340’ elevation gradient roam trophy class elk, deer and black bear. Accentuating the natural sporting capabilities of the property is direct access to remote public land and a membership in the Lake Fork Hunting and Fishing Club (which adds an additional 1,388 +/- accessible acres). Creature comforts are outstanding with two immaculate cabins and immeasurable amenities just minutes away. As a whole family retreat or simply a strong investment, there are few properties that can compete with the Lake Fork River Ranch! HuntingHunting potential on the Lake Fork River Ranch is immense. The ranch lies within a migration corridor that funnels elk and deer from the upper San Juans to low-lying wintering ground. Multiple drainages, alongside healthy stands of timber and ample feed, provide an ideal elk habitat. In addition to the deeded acreage, the adjoining 1,388 +/- acres of private land can be hunted through the ranch’s membership in the Lake Fork Hunting and Fishing Club. Likewise, vast expanses of public land are accessible from both the main ranch and the high cabin. LicensesThe Lake Fork River Ranch is located in Colorado Game Unit 66. This prized unit is renowned for quality elk and mule deer and good draw statistics. In 2023, 71% of applicants (Colorado resident, 2 preference points) were successful in drawing a first rifle bull tag. Likewise, second rifle deer tags had a 100% success rate for Colorado residents with four preference points. Since the property is eligible for landowner vouchers, additional licenses are likely. Fishing“I’m planning to fish Lake Fork” is an idyllic utterance that perks the ear of anglers around the globe. A tributary of the Gunnison River, Lake Fork delivers clear mountain water from the San Juan’s into Curicanti’s Gold Medal fishery. Over a 67-mile course, the Lake Fork propagates one of western Colorado’s best fishing experiences. A recent survey conducted by Colorado Parks and Wildlife found that downstream of the Lake Fork River Ranch, the river sported 31 trout (28 browns, 3 rainbows of 14” or greater length) for every surface acre. Density estimates for smaller fish (5” or greater length) place a brown trout every 7.2 linear foot and a rainbow trout every 15.0 linear foot. Boasting over 6 miles of direct river access fishing (4,100 linear feet of fee-simple river frontage, 2.7 miles of exclusive frontage through fishing club membership, remaining frontage through adjoining public land/fishing easements) and two stocked ponds, the Lake Fork River Ranch is a magnificent angling property. The private ponds, totaling 7.92 surface acres, yield mature brown trout on nearly every cast. Twelve additional ponds and 2.7 miles of exclusive fishing are accessible through the Hunting and Fishing Club which adjoins the ranch’s southern boundary. LocalityThe Lake Fork River Ranch is located 5.8 miles (9 minutes) north of Lake City Colorado. Here, the gold-laden San Juan Mountains drew the attention of prospectors in the late 19th century. By 1874, the first permeant structure had been erected to service the local industry. Realization of mineral wealth brought rapid growth to the small smelting community and over 500 additional structures sprung up over the course of just a few years. By 1880, the bustling community included: four churches (First Baptist, Lake City Presbyterian, St James Episcopal, and St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church), a post office, newspaper, fire department, stagecoach, schoolhouse, fully functional Telegraph and even a red-light district. Economic turmoil in the 1890’s and closure of the Gold Fleece Mine sounded an abrupt end to ore production. By the end of the Great Depression, the local mining industry had all but been erased. If gold and silver were worth thousands, then above ground resources are worth millions. As the mining industry waned, the natural beauty of the area brought sportsmen and sightseers from near and far. Rather than shipping the mountains piece by piece to the people, Lake City would bring people to the mountains. Lake Fork and San Cristobal (Colorado’s second largest natural lake) became a fisherman’s paradise and abundant elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, bear, and wild turkey drew the eye of sportsmen. Backcountry mining roads soon formed a globally recognized backpacking and off-roading network. Jeep trails such as Engineer, Cinnamon, Imogene, Black Bear, and Corkscrew connect the iconic mountain towns of Lake City, Silverton, Ouray and Telluride. With the advent of a recreation-based economy came amenities and services that punch well-beyond the weight of most comparatively small towns. Boutique shopping, offroad adventure shops, guiding services, and fine dining replaced mills and smelting facilities. Lake City offers a spectacular getaway, a place where you can have the adventure of a lifetime, a good burger, and enjoy a carefully preserved Victorian town.

$1,150,000

640 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81403

Looking for respectable acreage, direct BLM access, and strong, over-the-counter hunting – then you are looking for the Uncompahgre Hunting Ranch! This 640 +/- acre property features dense oak, pinion, and juniper forest alongside spring fed ponds and sub-irrigated meadows. Rolling topography begins in the bottom of Dry Creek Basin (7,080’) and extends south and westward, across two shallow drainages, before reaching a crescendo atop the Uncompahgre Plateau (7,880’). The parcel is fully surveyed, fenced for cattle, and is only 40 minutes from downtown Montrose. In terms of value, there are few unencumbered hunting ranches in this price range.

$385,000

35 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81403

The Bluffs Ranch Lot 1 is 35 acres full of beauty, accessibility, and history, one of the finest and well-located mountain home properties in the Montrose-Telluride area. The Bluffs Lots are a series of 5 lots masterfully carved from the Preserve at Government Springs Ranch. Herds of Rocky Mt. Elk & Mule Deer, Shiras Moose, turkey, bear, and mountain lion roam the understory while the snowcapped peaks of the San Juan, Cimarron, and West Elk mountains tower across the horizon. This property features rolling topography, ¼ mile of seasonal Dolores creek, small mountain springs and recent brush thinning fire mitigation treatment. Pinion, Juniper and large Ponderosa trees are scattered throughout with hidden Aspen and Cottonwood trees in the wet canyon and meadows. The Bluffs Lot 1 is accessed year-round via paved county road and internally over private graveled and gated roads. The ranches adjoin the Cornerstone Club, a Greg Norman 18-hole Golf Course, and each lot has direct access to power and natural gas. Under an hour to the slopes of Telluride, Ice climbing in Ouray and Less than 30 minutes to Montrose regional airport. Direct Flights from flights from Boston, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix, New York, San Francisco, and Charlotte make travel simple. The Bluffs Ranches are legacy ranches in the heart of Western Colorado. As an investment, family retreat or favorite season get-away, The Bluffs Ranches are above and beyond the finest lands Colorado has to offer. There are commanding, elevated views of the San Juan’s to the south, the West Elk Mountains to the east and the Grand Mesa to the north. Conveniently located only 20 minutes to all the shopping of Montrose make it an easy property to live on year round. Access is via paved Government Springs Road to Wildcat Canyon Road.

$385,000

35 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81403

The Bluffs Ranch Lot 2 is 38 +/- acres full of beauty, accessibility, and history, one of the finest and well-located mountain home properties in the Montrose-Telluride area. The Bluffs Lots are a series of 3 lots masterfully carved from the Preserve at Government Springs Ranch. Herds of Rocky Mt. Elk & Mule Deer, Shiras Moose, turkey, bear, and mountain lion roam the understory while the snowcapped peaks of the San Juan, Cimarron, and West Elk mountains tower across the horizon. This property features rolling topography, ¼ mile of seasonal Dolores creek, small mountain springs and recent brush thinning fire mitigation treatment. Pinion, Juniper and large Ponderosa trees are scattered throughout with hidden Aspen and Cottonwood trees in the wet canyon and meadows. The Bluffs Lot 2 is accessed year-round via paved county road and internally over private graveled and gated roads. The ranches adjoin the Cornerstone Club, a Greg Norman 18-hole Golf Course, and each lot has direct access to power and natural gas. Under an hour to the slopes of Telluride, Ice climbing in Ouray and Less than 30 minutes to Montrose regional airport. Direct Flights from flights from Boston, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix, New York, San Francisco, and Charlotte make travel simple. The Bluffs Ranches are legacy ranches in the heart of Western Colorado. As an investment, family retreat or favorite season get-away, The Bluffs Ranches are above and beyond the finest lands Colorado has to offer.

$918,000

68 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81403

The Ponderosa Ranch Lot 1 is 68+/- acres full of beauty, accessibility, and history, one of the finest and well-located mountain home properties in the Montrose-Telluride area. The Ponderosa Ranches Lot 1 & 2 are masterfully carved out of the Preserve at Government Springs Ranch. Herds of Rocky Mt. Elk & Mule Deer, Shiras Moose, turkey, bear, and mountain lion roam the understory while huge views of the snowcapped peaks of the San Juan, Cimarron, and West Elk mountains tower across the horizon. This property features rolling topography, seasonal small creeks & ponds, along with recent brush thinning fire mitigation treatment. Ancient large Ponderosa trees make up most of the forested areas with few Pinion, Juniper and oak brush scattered in the lush grass filled draws and meadows. The Ponderosa Ranch Lot 1 is accessed year-round via paved county road and internally over private graveled and gated roads. The ranches adjoin the Cornerstone Club, a Greg Norman 18-hole Golf Course, and each lot has direct access to power and natural gas. Under an hour to the slopes of Telluride, Ice climbing in Ouray and Less than 30 minutes to Montrose regional airport with direct Flights from flights from Boston, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix, New York, San Francisco, and Charlotte make travel simple. The Ponderosa Ranches are legacy ranches in the heart of Western Colorado. As an investment, family retreat or favorite season get-away, The Ponderosa Ranches are above and beyond the finest lands Colorado has to offer.

$1,437,930

110 Acres

Ouray, Colorado, 81403

The Ponderosa Ranch Lot 2 is 110+/- acres full of beauty, accessibility, and history, one of the finest and well-located mountain home properties in the Montrose-Telluride area. The Ponderosa Ranches Lot 1 & 2 are masterfully carved out of the Preserve at Government Springs Ranch. Herds of Rocky Mt. Elk & Mule Deer, Shiras Moose, turkey, bear, and mountain lion roam the understory while huge views of the snowcapped peaks of the San Juan, Cimarron, and West Elk mountains tower across the horizon. This property features rolling topography, seasonal small creeks & ponds, along with recent brush thinning fire mitigation treatment. Ancient large Ponderosa trees make up most of the forested areas with few Pinion, Juniper and oak brush scattered in the lush grass filled draws and meadows. The Ponderosa Ranch Lot 2 is accessed year-round via paved county road and internally over private graveled and gated roads. The ranches adjoin the Cornerstone Club, a Greg Norman 18-hole Golf Course, and each lot has direct access to power and natural gas. Under an hour to the slopes of Telluride, Ice climbing in Ouray and Less than 30 minutes to Montrose regional airport with direct Flights from flights from Boston, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix, New York, San Francisco, and Charlotte make travel simple. The Ponderosa Ranches are legacy ranches in the heart of Western Colorado. As an investment, family retreat or favorite season get-away, The Ponderosa Ranches are above and beyond the finest lands Colorado has to offer.

$2,580,000

235 Acres

Ouray, Colorado, 81403

The Whispering Pines Ranch is 235+/- acres full of beauty, accessibility, and history, one of the finest and well-located mountain home properties in the Montrose-Telluride area. The Whispering Pine Ranch is masterfully carved out of the Preserve at Government Springs Ranch. It borders National Forest land on the West and Delores Creek on the East. Herds of Rocky Mt. Elk & Mule Deer, Shiras Moose, turkey, bear, and mountain lion roam the understory while huge views of the snowcapped peaks of the San Juan, Cimarron, and West Elk mountains tower across the horizon. This property features rolling topography, seasonal small creeks & ponds, along with recent brush thinning fire mitigation treatment. Ancient large Ponderosa trees make up most of the forested areas with few Pinion, Juniper and oak brush scattered in the lush grass filled draws and meadows. The ranch is accessed year-round via paved county road and internally over private graveled and gated roads. The ranch adjoin the Cornerstone Club, a Greg Norman 18-hole Golf Course, and has direct access to power and natural gas. Under an hour to the slopes of Telluride, Ice climbing in Ouray and Less than 30 minutes to Montrose regional airport with direct Flights from flights from Boston, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix, New York, San Francisco, and Charlotte make travel simple. The Ponderosa Ranches are legacy ranches in the heart of Western Colorado. As an investment, family retreat or favorite season get-away, The Whispering Pine Ranch is above and beyond the finest lands Colorado has to offer.

$445,000

124.65 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81401

A vast building site with public land access, utilities, and a pristine view corridor- this is Tract 2 of The Heritage at Bostwick Park. Located on the western edge of Bostwick Park, this parcel peers across the valley floor to the Cimarron Ridge, San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau, and Grand Mesa. The lot’s piñon-juniper forest, alongside breathtaking views, creates a primer class building site, within minutes of Montrose, Colorado. Like Tract 1, this parcel provides incredible privacy and is completely ready to build. Domestic water is provided by a community system that delivers treated, potable, well water (Permit 326107) to the lot line. Alongside domestic water, DMEA power has been extended to the property. As with all parcels in The Heritage at Bostwick Park, Tract 2 receives direct access to vast public lands, community recreation areas, and is protected by sensible covenants. Under the entire western sky, you will find few places better suited to build a home or a family than The Heritage at Bostwick Park!

$477,300

41.51 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81401

With a 34-mile view corridor ahead and a National Monument behind, there are not many building lots like this! Located on the western edge of Bostwick Park, this parcel peers across the valley floor to the Uncompahgre Plateau, San Juan Mountains, and Grand Mesa. The lot’s piñon-juniper forest, alongside breathtaking views, creates a primer class building site, within minutes of Montrose, Colorado. This lot is ready to build, domestic water is provided by a community system that delivers treated, potable, well water (Permit 326107) to the lot line. Alongside domestic water, DMEA power has been extended to the property. As with all parcels in The Heritage at Bostwick Park, Tract 3 receives direct access to vast public lands, community recreation areas, and is protected by sensible covenants. Under the entire western sky, you will find few places better suited to build a home or a family than The Heritage at Bostwick Park!

$428,500

36.89 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81401

Here is a view corridor where listing what you cannot see might be more effective than listing what you can! Located on the edge of Bostwick Park, this parcel peers across the valley floor to the Uncompahgre Plateau, San Juan Mountains, and Storm King Peak. The lot’s piñon-juniper forest, alongside breathtaking views, creates a primer class building site, within minutes of Montrose, Colorado. This lot is ready to build, domestic water is provided by a community system that delivers treated, potable, well water (Permit 326107) to the lot line. Alongside domestic water, DMEA power has been extended to the property. As with all parcels in The Heritage at Bostwick Park, Tract 4 receives direct access to vast public lands, community recreation areas, and is protected by sensible covenants. Under the entire western sky, you will find few places better suited to build a home or a family than The Heritage at Bostwick Park!

$427,800

36.48 Acres

Montrose, Colorado, 81401

Beneath the Black Canyon National Monument, with 360-degree views and 13.2 +/-irrigated acres, is Tract 5 of the Heritage at Bostwick Park! This stunning parcel is a primer homebuilding site that offers a high degree of privacy within minutes of downtown Montrose. This lot is ready for a custom home and/or horse facilities- DMEA service is already on the lot, as is a domestic well. The well (permit #325740) has been completely developed with a heated pumphouse, 1,760-gal cistern, and two meter-pits (one for Tract 5, one for Tract 13). As a member of The Heritage at Bostwick Park, the parcel receives direct access to vast public lands, community recreation areas, and is protected by sensible covenants. Opportunities like this, where you can build a dream home and experience the coveted equestrian lifestyle draws people from around the globe. Simply put, Tract 5 is a homesite worth looking at!