8-Acre Sustainable, Off-Grid Mountain Home in Mancos, Colorado for Sale

Eight acres of breathtaking views, natural surroundings, and the opportunity to live a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Located just 1/4 mile from Jackson Lake and national forest access, this unique property offers an established off-grid setup with multiple existing structures and plenty of room to continue creating your own sustainable mountain retreat.

LIVE OFF THE GRID

This property was designed for someone who wants independence and a simpler way of living. The main dwelling is an off-grid, Hogan-style earth berm home constructed with timber sourced from a local mill. Solar power, alternative water systems, wood heat, and additional off-grid structures are already in place.

Solar: 10 panels, 100 watts each

Water: 300-gallon cistern and water trailer

Heating: Yodel wood stove and Regency gas fireplace

Electric: Available nearby

Water Tap: Seller is on the wait list

Septic: Engineered system installed for a 2-bedroom home

EXISTING OFF-GRID STRUCTURES

The property offers more than just a homesite. Several structures are already in place, giving you options for living, working, hosting guests, or continuing to develop the property.

The main earth berm home features an adobe bench, wood stove, gas fireplace, and a loft office with incredible 360-degree views.

A finished 10x12 bath house includes a shower, composting toilet, off-grid refrigerator, washer and dryer.

The insulated 10x12 Graceland Cabin includes a wood stove and could make an ideal studio, guest space, office, or additional bedroom.

An unfinished hand-scribed log cabin provides another opportunity to create additional living space, while an airtight container could be converted into a container home.

ROOM TO CREATE

With multiple good building sites, there is plenty of flexibility for the future. Build a primary residence while using the existing structures for guests, rentals, workspace, or creative projects.

The engineered septic system is already installed for a two-bedroom home and has only been used for grey water.

LIVE CLOSE TO NATURE

Enjoy stunning views of the Mancos Valley, Mesa Verde, and Sleeping Ute Mountain while being just minutes from Jackson Lake and national forest access. Spend your days exploring, enjoying the lake, working on your property, or simply sitting on the deck and watching the stars.

SIMPLE, SELF-SUFFICIENT & PRIVATE

No HOA. No covenants. Private road maintenance is just $150 per year.

For someone looking to embrace sustainable, off-grid living while still having room to build and create, properties like this are truly rare. This is more than a piece of land — it’s an opportunity to create a lifestyle built around independence, nature, and self-sufficiency.

Listing ID: 05099-838688