44501 U.S. 160, Mancos, CO 81328 - Montezuma County

Mancos East Ranch 85 acres of prime Southwest Colorado land between Durango & Cortez. Features 3 fully remodeled cabins (2024), each a successful vacation rental. Includes deeded water rights, natural ponds, and historic railway legacy. Convenient access off Hwy 160 with year-round privacy. A rare investment opportunity with income potential, or a stunning family retreat. Turnkey, fully furnished, and professionally managed. Financials available upon request.

Location

Located between the vibrant towns of Cortez and Durango in Southwest Colorado, Mancos East Ranch offers an unbeatable combination of privacy, convenience, and breathtaking scenery. Just minutes from the charming ranching community of Mancos, this 85-acre property boasts sweeping views of the legendary San Juan Mountains. With direct access off Highway 160, the ranch enjoys year-round accessibility while maintaining a secluded feel.

Durango Airport: 45 minutes

Cortez: 25 minutes

Purgatory Ski Resort: 56 minutes

Mesa Verde National Park: 45 minutes

The ranch is perfectly positioned for outdoor enthusiasts, with nearby skiing, lakes, and endless trails to explore.

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Residences

Main Cabin

Completely remodeled in 2024, this 2-bed, 3-bath cabin with an upstairs bonus space blends modern comfort with rustic charm. Fully furnished and currently operating as a successful vacation rental, its equally suited as a primary residence or seasonal retreat.

Loft Cabin

Perched above a spacious two-car garage, this 1-bed, 1-bath loft-style cabin offers stunning panoramic views from its private deck. Expansive windows and soaring ceilings make the space feel larger, while its updated 2024 remodel ensures a fresh, modern aesthetic. Ideal as a guesthouse, office, caretakers quarters, or short-term rental.

Guest Cabin (Studio)

Once an office for the propertys former elk operation, this charming 1-bed, 1-bath cabin was fully renovated in 2024. Now a sought-after vacation rental, it features its own parking area and private yard, making it a desirable and functional addition to the ranch.

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Water Rights

Mancos East Ranch includes deeded early water rights0.875 cfs from the Samson Ditchproviding irrigation for 20 acres of grazing land. The property also features natural ponds replenished by snowmelt and seasonal rains, with the history of a former Rio Grande narrow-gauge railway route running through the heart of the land. Adding to the feeling of owning a piece of history.

Each cabin has its own domestic water certificate, ensuring water access.

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Investment Potential

This ranch offers rare versatility, seamlessly blending luxury, income potential, and Western Colorados appreciating real estate market. All cabins are professionally managed as vacation rentals, generating a steady income streaman uncommon feature among ranch properties. Fully furnished, they also provide valuable depreciation benefits for tax planning.

For those looking for an investment property, family retreat, or combination of both, Mancos East Ranch delivers unmatched flexibility. Financials available upon request.

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Key Features:

85 acres of prime Southwest Colorado land

Three beautifully remodeled cabins (2024)

Income-producing vacation rentals

Private, yet accessible location near Durango & Cortez

Ponds, water rights, & historic railway charm

Turnkey opportunityfully furnished & managed

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Brokers Note

This ranch is a true gema carefully restored property in an unbeatable location. Every detail, from new roofs to grading, brush clearing, and interior design, has been meticulously planned and executed. Whether youre looking for a profitable investment, a private mountain retreat, or a multi-generational compound, this property is worth serious consideration.

Dont miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity.