


18480 PonderosaBuena Vista, CO 81211
Single Family · 6 Beds · 6 Full Baths · 5,990 Sq. ft. | 5.05 Acres18480 Ponderosa Overview
- Time on Site:
- 173 days
- Visits:
- 1
Waterfront Rocky Mountain Rendezvous! This beautiful Mountain Retreat with a 5990 square foot home sits on a stunning 5.05 acre site with 400 feet of Three Elk Creek running the length of the property with 3 bridges that cross over to the other side of the property. This creek runs year round across the entire backside of the home with most living spaces, bedrooms, decks and lower patio enjoying the views and sounds of Three Elk creek. The land is covered with mature Aspen trees and Pines can be viewed overlooking the creek and across to the charming small guest cabin. There is an entry gate on to the property with 3 acres fenced in a heavily wooded pine forest. Drive up to the mountain home which features a large great room with vaulted ceilings, open remodeled kitchen and large rock fireplace. Walk on to the massive exterior deck to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the creek or sit in the spa/hot tub for an evening soak. This home boasts 8 bedrooms/5 bathrooms/5 fireplaces including a primary suite with a suite style bathroom, soaking jetted tub, large walk in closet, laundry, kitchenette and a private sitting area with a fireplace. Downstairs features a bonus room with a fireplace for gatherings for games or a quiet spot to read a book. Lower access outside to a private patio. Attached 2 car and one car garages. Small cabin and play house are located on the property with plenty of outdoor space to explore. This property comes ready for all activities Colorado Mountain living has to offer with snowmobiles, raft with paddles, life jackets, John Deere tractor, snow blower and a Tahoe. Fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. National Forest access and the community pond are just steps away. This can be your beautiful Rocky Mountain Retreat. Price reduced! Shown by appointment.
18480 Ponderosa Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 5,990
- Price/Sq.ft. $184
- Lot 5.05 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association Amenities: Pond Seasonal
- Association Fee: 600
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee Includes: Road Maintenance,Snow Removal
- Association Name: 3 Elk Creek
- Association: true
School Information
- School District: Buena Vista R-31
- Elementary School: Avery Parsons
- Middle Or Junior School: Buena Vista
- High School: Buena Vista
Building Information
- Year Built: 1993
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County Or Parish: Chaffee
- Subdivision Name: 3 Elk
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: 4711
- Tax Year: 2024
General Information
- Exclusions: Exclusions: Some personal furnishings and personal property. Inclusions: Furnished plus snow mobiles, John Deere Tractor and Chevy Tahoe.
- Furnished: Furnished
- Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Individual
- Parcel Number: R316327100057
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Senior Community: false
- Special Listing Conditions: None
Interior
Parking Information
- Garage Spaces: 3
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 6
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 6
- Bedrooms Total: 6
Building Interior
- Above Grade Finished Area: 3379
- Below Grade Finished Area: 2611
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 5990
General Information
- Appliances: Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator
- Cooling: None
- Fireplace Features: Gas Log,Great Room,Living Room,Other,Primary Bedroom,Wood Burning,Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplaces Total: 5
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Heating: Electric,Forced Air,Propane,Wood,Wood Stove
- Interior Features: Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Five Piece Bath,Granite Counters,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Solid Surface Counters,Hot Tub,T&G Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Living Area: 5990
- Main Level Bathrooms: 4
- Main Level Bedrooms: 5
- Spa Features: Bath
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows,Skylight(s),Window Coverings
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway,Exterior Access Door,Oversized
- Parking Total: 4
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Many Trees,Secluded
- Lot Size Acres: 5.05
- Lot Size Area: 5.05
- Lot Size Square Feet: 219978
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Dirt
- Vegetation: Aspen,Heavily Wooded,Mixed,Natural State,Pine,Wooded
- Water Source: Cistern,Private,Well
Waterfront/View
- Waterfront Features: Stream,Waterfront
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: Mountain Contemporary
- Attached Garage: true
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck,Patio,Wrap Around
- Roof: Metal
- Structure Type: House
General Information
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Exterior Features: Balcony,Lighting,Playground,Private Yard,Spa/Hot Tub,Water Feature
- Fencing: Partial
- Horse: true
- Road Frontage Type: Private Road
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: Electricity Connected,Propane
Room Information
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Basement
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Basement
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Basement
Room: Bonus Room
- Level: Basement
- Description: gameroom with fireplace
Room: Laundry
- Level: Basement
Room: Media Room
- Level: Basement
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
- Description: Jetted bathjub, separate shower, fireplace
- Features: En Suite Bathroom,Primary Suite
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
- Description: with ensuite full bathroom
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
- Description: hallway bathroom
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Main
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Features: Primary Suite
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Main
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Main
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Description: Suite
- Features: Primary Suite
Room: Great Room
- Level: Main
- Description: Main level Vaulted ceilings
Room: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Description: Main level open great room with vaulted cceilings
Room: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Description: kitchenette in primary suite
Room: Laundry
- Level: Main
- Description: primary suite
18480 Ponderosa Neighborhood
Community
81211 (Buena Vista) Demographics
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.18480 Ponderosa Monthly Cost
18480 Ponderosa Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
18480 Ponderosa History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026Source: REColorado MLS | $1,100,000 -15.4% |
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| 1/7/2026Source: REColorado MLS | January 07, 2026 |




































