Escape to your own secluded mountain retreat — a quaint 1955 seasonal cabin (CANNOT BE USED AS PRIMARY/FULL TIME RESIDENCE ) that has been lovingly cared for by the Brashear family since it was first built. Nestled along babbling W Chicago Creek and surrounded by pristine National Forest, this "Cabin in the Woods" as part of the Recreational Residence Program offers peaceful solitude, rich history, and rustic charm in an idyllic setting. Cabin is being sold fully furnished and move-in ready, complete with a player piano, games, books, and cozy wb fireplace comforts for your getaway. Inside you’ll find a well-equipped kitchen with refrigerator, electric range/oven, antique wood-burning stove and sink with running hot/cold water. The bathroom includes a shower, sink and commercial composting toilet with gray water discharged naturally to gravel beds on the forest floor. A new asphalt shingle roof (2024) adds peace of mind. Electricity is provided by Xcel Energy and potable water should be brought to the cabin. Enjoy cool mountain air, forest service gated access and close proximity to hiking trailheads. The road is not maintained in winter, though access through the campground gate remains available. This recreational mountain getaway has been cherished by generations of the Brashear family and offers the perfect escape for outdoor lovers seeking tranquility, seclusion, and timeless charm. NATIONAL FOREST RECREATIONAL LEASE THROUGH 2028 ($1,353/YEAR LEASE FEE + $1,200 TRANSFER FEE) EXPECTED TO RENEW IN 20 YEAR INCREMENTS. PROPERTY MUST BE USED A MINIMUM OF 15 DAYS/YR CABIN ONLY NO LAND INCLUDED. LIMITED RENTAL USE (SEE NF LEASE SEC 7) PLEASE SEE LEASE AGREEMENT INCLUDED IN SUPPLEMENTS FOR MORE DETAILS.LEARN MORE ABOUT NATIONAL FOREST HOMEOWNER GUIDELINES AT HTTPS://WWW.NATIONALFORESTHOMEOWNERS.ORG.
Sold for $305,000
$305,000
214 Falling Water Road, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
6beds
1,812sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$304,400 Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$2,868 Estimated rent
Home value
$304,400
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Rustic charmHiking trailheadsCool mountain airSecluded mountain retreatCommercial composting toiletForest service gated accessWell-equipped kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bill Davis info@coloradolrl.com,
Keller Williams Foothills Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Bill Davis, 100035328
Keller Williams Foothills Realty, LLC
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 8045930
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Solid Surface Counters
- Flooring: Linoleum, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,812
- Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,812
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Stream
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Features: Borders National Forest, Many Trees, Mountainous, Secluded
- Residential vegetation: Heavily Wooded, Mixed, Natural State
Details
- Parcel number: 195927100010
- Zoning: NR-PC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110V
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Indian Flats
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Idaho Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $168/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $138,590
- Annual tax amount: $677
- Date on market: 8/29/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Exclusions: None
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Sold | $305,000-6.2%$168/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8045930 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2025 | Pending sale | $325,000$179/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8045930 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$179/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8045930 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $677 -30.2% | $9,290 -23.1% |
| 2023 | $969 -0.5% | $12,080 -8.6% |
| 2022 | $974 | $13,220 -2.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $13,610 -0.7% |
| 2020 | $922 +0.4% | $13,700 |
| 2019 | $918 | $13,700 +29.1% |
| 2018 | $918 +33.1% | $10,610 |
| 2017 | $690 | $10,610 +3.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $10,230 |
| 2015 | -- | $10,230 +7.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $9,480 |
| 2013 | -- | $9,480 +25.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $7,540 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,540 -10% |
| 2010 | -- | $8,380 |
| 2009 | $555 | $8,380 |
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Neighborhood: 80452
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10King-Murphy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 12.9 mi
- 2/10Clear Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 13.7 mi
- 4/10Clear Creek High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carlson
- Middle: Clear Creek
- High: Clear Creek
- District: Clear Creek RE-1
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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