Off-Grid Mountain Cabin on 34.8 Acres Bordering San Juan National Forest
Off-Grid Mountain Cabin on 34.8 Acres Bordering San Juan National Forest
Cahone, Colorado | 1 Bed • 1 Bath • 34.8 Acres | Adjacent to 37,000 Acres of Public Land
Welcome to your private Colorado wilderness escape, where 34.8 pristine acres meet over 37,000 acres of San Juan National Forest. This custom-built, off-grid log-sided cabin offers the rare opportunity to live immersed in nature—with direct forest access, abundant wildlife, and a sustainable, self-reliant lifestyle.
Cabin Features:
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~1,200 sq ft 1-bed, 1-bath cabin (built in 2004)
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Vaulted ceilings, tongue-and-groove finishes, open-concept layout
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Cozy propane heat, full kitchen, and rustic wood accents
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Wraparound covered porch for year-round mountain views
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Solar + wind power systems for off-grid energy independence
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Spring-fed water source (seasonal/high water table)
Land & Location Highlights:
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34.8 acres of private, wooded land with aspen, pine, and gambel oak
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Directly borders San Juan National Forest (37,000+ acres)
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Located in a prime GMU hunting area (elk, deer, bear)
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Abundant wildlife right outside your door—ideal for hunting or wildlife observation
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Nearby: Groundhog Reservoir, rivers, and lakes for fishing, boating, and kayaking
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Year-round recreation: snowmobiling, hiking, cross-country skiing
️ Expansion Potential:
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Ample space to add cabins, outbuildings, or a shop
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Build your dream retreat, hunting lodge, or backcountry homestead
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No HOA, no covenants—true freedom to make the land your own
The Ideal Buyer:
Whether you’re a sportsman, off-grid homesteader, writer or artist, or someone craving peace and solitude, this rare retreat checks all the boxes. Remote—but accessible to the towns of Dolores and Cortez for supplies and services, it offers both seclusion and convenience.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a slice of Colorado’s rugged beauty, where your backyard stretches for thousands of wild acres.
Contact us today for a private showing.
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From Zillow
