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$5,950,000

80 acres of ponderosa pines, native grasses, and seasonal wildflowers - Thistle Hill Farm is a home designed equally for equestrians and those drawn to the quiet beauty of country living. A gated drive arrives at a circular courtyard and the stately residence with stables, a flex room, separate apartment, and garages on two sides. The entry hall is an architectural statement, passing through the home from east to west. It opens into the dining room and great room, where 20-foot ceilings and a full wall of windows bathe oak floors in daylight. The dining room seats 14 to 16 guests while retaining an intimate atmosphere. The kitchen features a butcher-block island and a hand-painted tile backsplash that adds warmth and artistry. The private wing houses a serene primary suite, a study with custom fireplace, and a sunlit exercise room with woodland views. Gallery access connects to the flex room, a distinctive space adaptable as a gym, studio, entertaining hall, or collection display area. Outside, terraces and patios wrap every side of the home, an open invitation to enjoy the park that surrounds you. The west terrace highlights spectacular sunsets, while the kitchen patio with its fireplace, awning, and herb garden is a lovely spot day or night. With magnificent terrain and beautifully designed barns, Thistle Hill Farm is a horse property perfect for most disciplines. Indoor access leads to the heated stable with seven stalls, a wash stall, four tie stalls, tack room, hay storage, and a full bath with laundry. A second barn adds 4 stalls, an indoor round pen, and covered hay storage. The existing outdoor arena offers an ideal site for an indoor arena, with another location nearby perfectly suited for an outdoor arena. A two-bedroom apartment offers flexible accommodations for guests or caretakers. Mineral and water rights included. An additional 40 to 120 acres of adjacent high prairie grassland is available for purchase.

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7481839 MLS

2072 Summit Street, Franktown

Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty . estucy@livsothebysrealty.com,720-881-5718

$2,999,500

"To forget how to dig the earth and tend the soil is to forget ourselves" Unknown. Discover one of Colorado’s most tranquil and historic scenic getaways with this 317-acre farm in Elbert, CO, offering expansive Pikes Peak views, rich history, and modern amenities. This unique property is a working slice of Colorado heritage, with the historic Cherokee Trail running through it, and has had only two owners in its lifetime. The land features approximately 100 acres of hay production, a serene pond, multiple barns, several loafing sheds, horse stalls, and tree farm. A windmill-fed water system supports agricultural use, and two buried 1,000-gallon propane tanks supply energy alongside a whole-home generator for peace of mind and potential for adding solar for off-grid living. The main residence is a fully remodeled 1928 1.5-story Bungalow-style farmhouse, restored down to the studs with timeless charm and modern comfort. A beautifully remodeled 1890, 700 sq foot guest home adds character and flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Perfectly suited for cattle grazing, a hobby farm, equestrian use, or simply a private retreat, this exceptional property includes valuable deep water rights and mineral rights. It’s a rare opportunity to own a true Colorado legacy.

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2702823 MLS

22624 County Road 5, Elbert

Courtesy of RE/MAX Alliance . doug@milehighliving.com,303-906-7646