Waterfront
Address
403 Ponderosa Homes Drive, Bayfield, CO
Price
$ 575,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#831950
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyLA PLATA
- CityBayfield
- AreaVallecito
- NeighborhoodPonderosa Homes
- Zip81122
- StyleCabin,A Frame
- Year Built1966
- Taxes$ 1760
- Price$ 575,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1390
- Lot Size1 Acres
Data Source:
Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)
Property Description
Creekfront mountain living near Vallecito Lake with a guest apartment, RV hookups, and year-round access. Nestled among towering pines in the highly desirable Ponderosa subdivision, this charming Colorado mountain cabin sits along the banks of Grimes Creek, offering the soothing sounds of running water, mountain views, privacy, and the ultimate Southwest Colorado lifestyle. Just minutes from Vallecito Lake, the marina, boat ramps, hiking trails, fishing access, and the San Juan National Forest, this property is ideally positioned as a primary residence, vacation home, short-term rental opportunity, or multi-generational mountain retreat. The main home features an open-concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, a spacious living area, functional kitchen, dining space, two main-level bedrooms, full bath, laundry area, and a versatile upper-level loft, bunk room, office, or guest space with an additional bathroom. A forced-air furnace provides comfortable year-round living. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct creek frontage, a private footbridge crossing Grimes Creek, RV parking with hookups, multiple storage sheds, and a detached two-car garage with a separate guest apartment above complete with its own sleeping area and bathroomâperfect for visitors, extended family, a caretaker, studio, home office, or potential rental income. Located approximately 30 minutes from Durango and surrounded by endless recreation including boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, fly fishing, hiking, horseback riding, ATV trails, snowmobiling, hunting, and access to the Weminuche Wilderness, this property offers the rare combination of creekfront living, guest accommodations, mountain charm, and no HOA or restrictive covenants. Properties with Grimes Creek frontage this close to Vallecito Lake rarely become available.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Bayfield K-5 Elementary School | Bayfield 6-8 Middle School | Bayfield 9-12 High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Listed $625,000 |
| 4/13/2026 | 2$615,000 |
| 6/23/2026 | 7$575,000 |
General Features
| Heating | Forced Air,Other |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Window A/C Unit(s) |
| Possession | At closing |
| Roof | Metal |
| Garage | Detached Garage |
| Zoning | Residential Single Family |
| Status | Active |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Year Built | 1966 |
| Subdivision | Ponderosa Homes |
| Water Heater | Propane Water Heater |
| Style | Cabin,A Frame |
| View | Mountains,Stream/River |
| Stories Count | 1.5 Story |
| County | La Plata |
| Class | RESIDENTIAL |
| Type | Stick Built |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| FIPS Code | 08067 |
| HOA Y/N | No |
| New Construction Y/N | No |
| Status | Active |
| Sale/Rent | For Sale |
| Utilities | Electric,Propane-Tank Owned |
| Energy Star Qualified Y/N | No |
| Green Certification Y/N | No |
| HERS Rated Y/N | No |
| LEED for Homes Y/N | No |
| Other Green Cert. Y/N | No |
| Directions | Take County Road 501 to the north side of Lake Vallecito. Turn left onto W. Vallecito Creek Road. Follow around until you get to Ponderosa Homes Road and go left. Follow to Ponderosa Homes Drive and |
| High School | Bayfield 9-12 |
| City | Bayfield |
| List Price/SqFt | 413.67 |
| Terms | Cash,Conventional,FHA |
| Elementary School | Bayfield K-5 |
| Middle School | Bayfield 6-8 |
| Branded Virtual Tour | https://youtu.be/RHbJnj5DTeA |
| DOM | 206 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 413.67 |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Vaulted Ceiling,T&G Ceilings |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet-Partial,Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Furnished |
| Beds | 3 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Deck,Shed/Storage |
|---|---|
| Waterfront | Creek |
| Lot Size Area | 1 |
| Garage Capacity | 2 |
| RV Parking | No |
| Siding | Wood |
| Fence | Partial Property |
| Construction Type | Wood |
| Water Well | Yes |
| Waterfront | Yes |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Carport | No |
| Exterior Structures | Garage,Shed |
| Water Rights/Irrig. | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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