Rue Balcomb

$1,930,000

80 Acres

Silt, Colorado, 81652

Just 15 minutes from Silt, Colorado, this 80-acre property offers a scenic and functional rural lifestyle. It features 35 acres of flood-irrigated pasture supported by 1,120 ditch shares, with full perimeter and cross fencing. A custom 3,240 square foot log home includes 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, an open floor plan, and a wraparound porch with expansive views. Outbuildings include a 3-bay livestock shelter, 24’x16’ storage shed, and a 40’x80’ Quonset hut with skylights and a new 2024 roof. With four ponds, irrigation systems, and a 2,000-gallon cistern, the property is ideal for ranching, recreation, or a peaceful retreat.Located just 15 minutes from Silt, Colorado, this beautiful 80-acre property is accessed via a gravel driveway off County Road 326. The land is fully fenced and cross-fenced, with 35 acres of flood-irrigated pasture supported by 1,120 shares of the New Multi Trina Ditch Company.At the heart of the property is a custom 3-level log home offering 3,240 square feet of living space. A covered porch wraps around three sides, creating ideal outdoor living areas and opportunities to take in the surrounding landscape. The interior features an open floor plan, with a spacious kitchen as the focal point—offering abundant counter space and cabinetry. The dining area and sitting room boast south-facing views across the irrigated fields. The home includes 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, all tastefully finished, with room for expansion in the lower level.Just west of the home, the well-planned outbuildings include:• A 3-bay pole barn livestock shelter• A partially insulated 24’ x 16’ storage shed• A 40’ x 80’ Quonset hut with skylights and a new roof in 2024 (with half the floor in concrete)Water resources are plentiful, with four ponds, a yard irrigation pump system, and a 2,000-gallon cistern that serves as a backup domestic water supply and additional fire protection storage, drawing from the property’s well.

$700,000

160 Acres

Glenwood Springs, Colorado, 81601

Possum Creek Retreat is a secluded hunting and recreational getaway located in the Flat Tops of western Colorado, about 1¾ hours north of Glenwood Springs via Transfer Trail. The offering includes a private cabin and an undivided one-third interest in a 160-acre parcel at the end of the road, surrounded by BLM and National Forest lands. The south-facing cabin overlooks the Colorado River Valley, with approximately 800 square feet on the lower level and 640 square feet on the upper level, plus a deck with sweeping views. Water is provided by a gravity-fed, adjudicated spring right from Kendrick Spring. The property lies along Dry Possum Creek—which, despite its name, runs year-round—and features a scenic mix of aspen and pine forests interspersed with grassy, flower-filled meadows. Offering privacy, wildlife habitat, and direct access to public lands, Possum Creek Retreat is an ideal setting for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, or anyone seeking true Colorado solitude.Possum Creek Retreat offers a unique hunting and recreational escape in one of Colorado’s most prized big game regions. Tucked away in the Flat Tops of western Colorado, this secluded property lies approximately 1¾ hours north of Glenwood Springs, accessible seasonally via Transfer Trail (Forest Service Road 602).The property includes a charming private cabin and an undivided one-third interest in a 160-acre tract at the end of the road. Surrounded by Bureau of Land Management and National Forest lands, it delivers true backcountry privacy and direct access to public recreation. Nestled along Dry Possum Creek (which, despite the name, flows year-round), the retreat is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking solitude and natural beauty.The south-facing cabin captures sweeping views of the Colorado River Valley. Its lower level spans roughly 800 square feet, with an additional 640 square feet upstairs and a spacious deck for taking in the scenery. Water is sourced from an adjudicated spring right at Kendrick Spring, delivered to the cabin by a gravity-fed system.The landscape features a picturesque mix of pine and aspen forest, with open meadows that bloom with wildflowers, an idyllic setting for wildlife and adventure alike.

$20,500,000

167 Acres

Carbondale, Colorado, 81623

White Hill Ranch offers a rare opportunity to acquire 166.9± contiguous acres of multi-generational ranchland, available for the first time in over 90 years. The ranch commands sweeping, unobstructed views of Mount Sopris and the iconic Elk Mountain Range, including the Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness Area. The predominately irrigated acreage is protected by an Aspen Valley Land Trust conservation easement, preserving the viewshed while allowing a 9-acre designated building envelope with flexibility for future development. With senior water rights of 185 shares of East Mesa Water Company stock providing historically reliable water, privacy, year-round county-maintained access, and proximity to the resort communities of Aspen and Vail, White Hill Ranch represents a premier combination of land, water, location, and legacy, an exceptional ranch property to be enjoyed today and preserved for generations to come.LOCATION & ACCESSSituated a short distance southeast of Carbondale, White Hill Ranch enjoys year-round, county-maintained access while maintaining a remarkable sense of seclusion and true end-of-the-road privacy. The property is ideally positioned within the Roaring Fork Valley, offering convenient access to the cultural amenities, dining, skiing, and global air service of Aspen, while also benefiting from the services, medical facilities, shopping, and transportation hub of Glenwood Springs. This central valley location provides the rare balance of private ranch living with proximity to two of Colorado’s most desirable communities, enhancing both lifestyle enjoyment and long-term value in one of the state’s most sought-after mountain regions.IMPROVEMENTSExisting ranch structures offer a canvas to honor the property’s heritage while allowing future owners to shape their own vision. Three residences situated on 166 acres, originally constructed in the 1930s. The homes have been unoccupied for many years and have not been updated, and are being offered in as-is condition.LEGACYWhite Hill Ranch stands out among the few properties over 100 acres in the entire Roaring Fork Valley. Stretching approximately 50 miles from Glenwood Springs to Aspen, the Roaring Fork Valley serves as a gateway to world-class recreation and is easily accessed from Interstate 70- the valley offers unparalleled access to outdoor pursuits and resort community amenities.Protected by a conservation easement held by Aspen Valley Land Trust, the ranch features a 9-acre building envelope that provides flexibility for a custom home or ranch compound while preserving the property’s sweeping views and natural character for generations to come.WATER RIGHTS & AGRICULTURAL HERITAGEThe property consists primarily of irrigated hay meadow served by 185 shares of East Mesa Water Company stock. These historically reliable water rights ensure consistent delivery for productive agricultural use and attractive land aesthetics, enhancing both immediate usability and long-term value. The ranch has historically supported hay production, livestock grazing, and secluded residential enjoyment.WILDLIFEThe ranch welcomes a variety of migratory wildlife species frequently observed throughout the property, adding to the authentic Western experience.RECREATIONMinutes from renowned recreation and resort communities:• Winter Sports: Aspen/Snowmass and Vail ski resorts• Water Recreation: Roaring Fork, Crystal River, Colorado River, and Fryingpan River, world-class fly fishing, rafting, and kayaking• Outdoor Adventure: Endless hiking, mountain biking, and wilderness access• Hot Springs: Glenwood Springs, Carbondale• Communities: Aspen, Snowmass Village, Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood SpringsTRANSPORTATION ACCESS• Aspen Airport• Rifle Regional Airport• Eagle County Regional Airport• Interstate 70, Highway 82, Highway 133PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS• ±166.9 contiguous acres, primarily irrigated• One of fewer than 100 properties in the entire Roaring Fork Valley exceeding 150 contiguous acres• Protected viewshed under Aspen Valley Land Trust conservation easement• 9-acre designated building envelope with development flexibility• 185 shares East Mesa Water Company stock, historically reliable water rights• End-of-the-road privacy with year-round county-maintained access• Proximity to Aspen and Vail resort communities• First time offered in over 90 yearsSUMMARYWhite Hill Ranch presents a compelling convergence of panoramic views, reliable water, protected acreage, and premier Roaring Fork Valley location. This is more than an exceptional real estate investment, it’s a legacy property capable of being enjoyed today while preserving its character and value for future generations. Where land, water, and proximity to world-class resort communities meet, White Hill Ranch stands as a distinctive offering in one of Colorado’s most sought-after valleys.