This small development is surrounded by a nice combination of sprawling ranches, some with lovely historic buildings, and smaller holdings.  This wide-open space allows you the feeling of living on a large western acreage without the expense of owning it all yourself.  You will love the dramatic views of fresh snow and alpenglow on the mountains all around.  The residents of the Salida area are Going Green in a big way and, with a home purchase here, you will be riding the wave of the future.

Prime home lots with a warm Southern Exposure and wide open views.

• Great 360 degree views from flat building sites.
• Electricity and phone are already in, and the all-important water rights are included in the home purchase.
• This is a planned community with the choice of several attractive home plans and sizes.

Enjoy an unparalleled view across ranch land toward Mount Ouray.

• The road system is well-designed and free of through traffic.
• If you purchase a home soon, you will receive a free photovoltaic energy system.  (Solar panels/ solar energy).
• There are 34 lots on 82 acres and average lot size is 2 acres.

Stop by and check out the Model Home already in place!

Flat building sites for cost effective home construction

• This premium near-Poncha Springs location has only 24 lots.
• Approximate lot size is 2.5 acres each.
• The development has a whopping 42 acres of open space for use by residents, and includes a delightful pond.
• The total subdivision encompasses 110 acres.

Saddle Ridge Ranch has homes under construction now.

• There are majestic views of the Arkansas river valley and the surrounding mountains.
• Many of the building sites have ample Pinon Trees, others have unobstructed views.
• The varied rural landscape creates good wildlife habitat.
• The subdivision has a Home Owners Association.

Premium homes on premium lots near Poncha Springs.

• Just off Highway 285 on Chaffee County Road 256.
• Easy year-round access on well maintained all-season roads.
• A short 10 minute drive to downtown Salida, and even quicker access to Poncha Springs.
• The development is surrounded by ranches and smaller holding for a good rural feel.

Great mountain views from your deck!

Windmill Ranch Estates gets its first real Windmill!  Energy-conscious residents Sharon King and Michael Brown installed a 40 ft. wind turbine in their backyard for clean electric power.  It will produce 5,000 kilowatts per year, will reduce their energy bills, and will also lower the demand on the local public utility. Read the story at The Mountain Mail.

• This development is an easy 10 minute drive to downtown Salida.
• Quick access to Highway 50 make this a great location for a Monarch Ski Vacation home.
• Windmill Ranch Estates are located just off Highway 285, west on County Rd. 140.

Windmill Ranch Estates still has amazing view-lots available.

• Windmill’s side roads make for low traffic and quiet homesites.
• Each lot comes with a UAWCD water augmentation certificate.
• Windmill Ranch Estates is a covenant-protected community, with a Home Owners Association.

Large flat lots make for easy building with good year-round access.

• Vacant lots, ready to build, start at $65,000 for 2 acre parcels.
• Several completed homes are currently for sale, starting at $400,000.
• The subdivision has 24 lots on a total of 140 acres, with 80 acres of public open space.
• Very flat and open building sites make for economical home construction.

Great mountain views from your new Salida home.

• Well and septic permits are required before construction can begin.
• Windmill Ranch Estates is a Rural Open Space Incentive (ROSI) development.
• Horse friendly property, with larger lots offering irrigation water.
• The first homes were constructed in this development in 2005.

Great homes - great views - great location!

• Arroyo del Vista homesites range from 2 to 5 acres.
• There are 17 lots on 55 acres in this subdivision.
• Several lots are currently available at around $80,000.
• Arroyo del Vista is a covenant-protected community.

Premium view lots still available

• Several homes are currently under construction
• these homes and homesites offer great views up and down the Arkansas River Valley.  Great views from every homesite on Arroyo del Vista

Great spec homes under construction now

• Flat open lots with Piñon trees and sagebrush make for great building sites
• Year round access on well maintained dirt roads
• Check out the Arroyo del Vista plat map
• All lots include a water augmentation certificate.

The Canyons occupies a commanding position across the foot of the hill, and overlooks the much larger Little River Ranch Subdivision below, as well as the South Arkansas River and lots of scenic agricultural land.   Though the lots are relatively small, the terrain and layout of the access roads provides a wonderful sense of privacy.

A private retreat in a lovely western mountain setting.

• There are 20 lots in The Canyons,  each approximately 3 acres.
• Most lots are adjacent to BLM public land, with access to the famous Rainbow Trail.
• The development has great views of the river valley and surrounding mountain ranges.
• These home sites have easy year-round access on well-maintained roads.

Great views of the valley and the high peaks of continental divide to the west.

• The subdivision is nicely wooded with Cottonwoods and mature Pinyon pines.
• Many lots are still available for purchase and ready for your dream home.
• The Canyons is a ROSI  (Rural Open Space Incentive) Minor Tract subdivision – with 118 acres set aside as permanent open space.

The arrangement of this subdivision is friendly to the kind of lifestyle Colorado folks like to have.  The quiet subdivision roads wind through various terrains and habitats in a series of picturesque loops, which strongly encourages dog walking, running, mountain biking, bird watching and such.  The Riparian area along the river is a special delight, and fishermen will love the Little Arkansas.  There is also a nice graveled walking path in a pretty spot.  Premium riverfront and view lots are still available.  A number of homes are already built and ready for you.

Many homes are complete and ready for their new owners.

• Little River has half a mile of private river front on the South Arkansas River, which is also known as the Little Arkansas River.
• The subdivision also has 20 acres of open space for the use of the residents.
• All utilities are underground, including electric, water, sewer, gas, internet and cable TV.

Well laid-out roads provide easy year-round access and encourage outdoor activity.

• The subdivision is within walking distance of dining in the town of  Poncha Springs.
• There is easy access from a nice Chaffee County road, yet Little River is a quiet and secluded location with all the flavor of rural Colorado.
• It is only a 20 minute  drive to Monarch Ski Resort.

1/2 mile of private riverfront on the South Arkansas - The "Little River"

• Little River is well situated on the scenic southern end of the Arkansas River Valley with expansive views of the high mountains that line the valley.
• Nicely laid-out all-weather roads, most paved, and bike and walking paths curve through the community.
• Many lots have large Cottonwood and Alder trees, others have mature Pinyon pine.

Many lots are already sold and building has begun, don't delay!

• The Friend Ranch will have 140 single homesites and 176 townhomes.
• It features a great view of the Collegiate Peaks from a variety of lots, both flat and hilly.
• The South Arkansas River runs through the development.
• The Friend Ranch Golf Community subdivision encompasses 608 acres.

Things are happening fast at the Friend Ranch! The golf course grows greener every day.

• The Friend Ranch is located on a quiet county road with easy access to Hwy 50 and Salida.
• It is a quick 15 minute drive to Monarch Ski Area.
• The front 9 holes of the golf course will be open and playable by late summer of 2009.

Creekside Townhomes at the Friend Ranch - summer 2009 construction start.

• Townhomes are under construction by Creekside Builders of Salida.
• Each lot has great views,  including the golf course, the South Arkansas River valley, the surrounding mountains, and north up the Arkansas River valley toward Leadville.

The Friend Ranch was a working cattle ranch and the original homestead cabin is preserved.

• The Friend Ranch is right next to BLM land for convenient hiking opportunities.
• A public walking trail from the Ranch to Poncha Springs is planned.
• The Friend Ranch is a Rural Open Space Incentive  development.

Mountain Views, South Arkansas Riverfront and Cottonwoods.

View the Friend Ranch Map

Eagle Moon Ranch is wonderfully situated near the base of Mt. Shavano, one of our delightful 14,000 foot peaks and the home of the “Angel of Shavano”.  There is super easy access to one of the nicest BLM and Forest Service areas in the region and prime hunting terrain, as well as the Colorado trail and the Blank’s Cabin trailhead.

Eagle Moon has great building sites and super views.

• Homesites range from two to five acres and the hilly nature of the subdivision means that sites are private and unique.
• Paved roads, electric power and telephone are already in place.
• Natural gas is available to some lots.

Only four lots are still available in the Eagle Moon development.

• There are 27 lots in the development, and only four are currently unsold – act fast!
• All lots feature good building sites, beautiful views and Piñon Pines.

Eagle Moon, Colorado - another prime lot sold to a happy new buyer.

Download the Eagle Moon-Plat-Map.

New home construction in the Eagle Moon subdivision.