The Little Thompson River Homestead (approximately 156 acres) is rich in history and a unique opportunity for some lucky buyer. Stretching beyond the banks of the Little Thompson River, with year- round access via Highway 36, it is conveniently located 15-20 minutes from Estes Park and Lyons, CO, and 35 minutes to Boulder, CO. This area is an excellent base for recreational opportunities. The creek meanders through the full length of the property, with a year-round flow that supports small trout and is a great water source for local wildlife. Several locations along the creek make great camping sites. The property is comprised of a diverse landscape with a broad elevation range. The terrain includes north facing healthy pine, fir and aspen groves, creek bottom, and south facing open hillsides, all of which are beneficial to wildlife. Remnants of the old historic road to Estes Park remain, providing access through the property and along the creek. Two old homestead outbuildings stand beside a primitive cabin, which could be updated and adapted to modern living. For those wanting to build your dream home, the river makes for a picturesque setting with multiple accessible building locations and electrical power and a well is already in place. The property is bordered by National Forest on three sides, so is surrounded by natural beauty. Elk, mule deer, bear, big horn sheep, and turkeys call this area home. Recreational activities are endless in this part of Colorado and include hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, ATV riding, and so much more. This original homestead property, whose size and character are rarely found in this area. With easy proximity to Boulder, the quaint towns of Lyons and Estes Park, only about 1 hours to the Denver airport and with year-round accessibility, this type of property is a rare find in todays market.
Lot/land
$1,495,000
9648 E HIGHWAY 36, Lyons, CO 80540
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156Acres
Unimproved Land
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156 Acres Lot
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What's special
- 304 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 27, 2025 at 11:17am
Listed by:
Zack Wiese 970-889-3142,
Hayden Outdoors - Windsor
Source: IRES,MLS#: 1021411

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Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Abuts Stream/Creek/River
- Body of water: Little Thompson Creek
Lot
- Size: 156 Acres
- Features: Rock Outcropping, Abuts National Forest
Details
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Private Owner
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electric, Electric
- Water: Well, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lyons
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $1,063
- Date on market: 10/28/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 201 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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