1866 Jenni Lane #South San Juan Basin Ranch Chromo, CO 81128

What feels like driving into a national park teeming with wildlife, is the most accurate depiction of South San Juan Basin Ranch, Chromo Valley, Colorado. This deeded 350 acre, end of the road, top of the mountain, incomparably appointed, and landscaped paradise is located + - 30 minutes (28 miles) below Pagosa Springs, Co. Every photo attached to this listing was taken on/from the property. Owned by an internationally renowned traveler and sportsman who searched the world over before falling in love with the ranch’s natural beauty. This majestic property, hidden at the head of what many have called the most beautiful & protected valleys in Colorado. After almost giving up 15 years ago, the seller finally came across the ranch he had always dreamed of. After securing this masterpiece acreage, the property underwent 2 years of custom builds. This included a +/- 3600 sq ft custom 3bd/2ba log home with a basement, 2 car attached garage, and 1400 sq ft guest quarters. The home placement provides majestic and unparalleled views of the South San Juan Mountains and Wilderness. The residence also features the highest levels of privacy and security. The peace of mind that comes with privacy, is not without convenience. It’s only a + - 30 minute drive to Pagosa Springs. This quaint and inviting community has been named one of the best small towns in America by Outside Magazine. A G5/Continental Express jet capable airport, hospital, Walmart, restaurants, & the incredible hot springs are all in close proximity to the property. Pagosa Springs maintains a population of around 2,500 in town, and 13,000 in county. About 60 minutes takes you to Wolf Creek Pass Skiing, and + - 90 minutes to commercial air in Durango, which features daily service to Phoenix, Denver, Fort Worth/Dallas, Chicago, Houston, and Southern Ca. Santa Fe is 2.5 hours, and Taos is only 2 hours. 350 deeded acres behind 2 electric ranch gates will keep you, your family, your property, and your very protected game completely secure and free from unwanted visitors. Benches of meadows and Aspens, stair-stepped among the blue-spruce and massive ponderosa pine, at an average altitude of 8500 ft will keep you cool in the summer months. Three spring fed year-round ponds (one stocked) hold game throughout the season. A short cattle grazing lease keeps ag status taxes to around $2000 per year. There’s + - 4 miles of side by side horseback riding, hiking, cross country, & snowmobile trails on the ranch - all connecting the groomed food plots through hundreds of acres of serene sanctuary. Look close and you’ll even find a zipline installed, perfect for the family. Mule deer will escort you all the way in. You’ll pass the 1st of 3 year-round spring fed ponds that is 17 ft deep & stocked with monster rainbows. A drove of Merriam turkeys will generally greet you around the 2nd bend. If a herd of elk stops to check you out, don't be surprised. Blue grouse will be in the gardens around the house, and if you look closely there’s likely to be a black bear sleeping in a nearby blue spruce or Douglas fir. Absolutely managed for game with an emphasis on elk, mule deer, grouse, & turkey - there are very few properties in the entire west that can hold a candle to South San Juan Basin Ranch when it comes to game. It’s literally everywhere! The television series Yellowstone’s home might come to mind as one pulls up into the rotunda, making for a grand walkway that welcomes you to the beautiful, custom built, British Columbia timber framed log home, which perfectly combines luxury and comfort. This enviable home, while not visible to the world, has been accented and placed for the ultimate level of privacy and entertaining, yet not being over built. At + - 3600 sq ft, the residence possesses the optimal size and is surrounded on every-side by paver decks & gardens. A 2/3 finished basement provides a large storage area and plenty of space for supplies.