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Loveland,CO 80537
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Subdivision Big Thompson Canyon
MLS Listing ID IR1035685
Style Cottage
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,749
Year Built 1922
Annual Tax Amount $4,729
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 52.000 Acres
Acres 52.0
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source recolorado
Property Description
Nestled in the scenic Big Thompson Canyon just 15 minutes west of Loveland, Colorado, Nugget Springs is a historic 52-acre estate that blends rich heritage with modern upgrades and unmatched natural beauty. Established in 1922 on the site of an old trapper's cabin, it later became a rustic resort with guest cabins, a restaurant, and a dance hall. The name comes from local legend-after a miner reportedly found a gold nugget so large, he vanished soon after. Since purchasing the property in 2013, the current owners have invested over $300,000 in thoughtful improvements. These include a new well system with a 660 feet deep well and an 1,800-gallon in-ground cistern, along with an upgraded septic system to support the five-bedroom, three-bath layout. A new front porch, bathroom and closet were all added for improved functionality and enjoyment, and even new windows were installed while still preserving the home's original character. The property features over 200 feet of Big Thompson River frontage and backs to thousands of acres of Roosevelt National Forest. Located in Game Management Unit 20, the land is alive with wildlife and ideal for fishing, hiking, hunting, and year-round outdoor enjoyment. To the west, the property borders Narrows Park, owned by Larimer County, and just a few minutes drive away are Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park and the Round Mountain National Recreation Trail. Take a scenic 30-minute drive up the canyon and you'll reach Estes Park, the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and Trail Ridge Road. In August 2024, the Alexander Mountain Fire threatened the property, but thanks to a targeted firefighting effort, the historic home was saved. Nugget Springs is more than a home-it's a rare opportunity to own a legacy property in one of Colorado's most beautiful and storied canyons.
Location
State CO
County Larimer
Zoning Open (O)
Rooms
Basement Partial,Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating Forced Air,Propane
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Equipment Satellite Dish
Fireplace N
Appliance Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Laundry In Unit
Exterior
Parking Features Oversized,RV Access/Parking
Garage Spaces 3.0
Utilities Available Electricity Available,Internet Access (Wired)
Waterfront Description Stream
View Mountain(s),Water
Roof Type Composition
Total Parking Spaces 3
Building
Lot Description Borders National Forest,Level,Open Space,Rock Outcropping,Rolling Slope,Sprinklers In Front,Steep Slope
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Level or Stories Three Or More
Structure Type Stone,Frame,Wood Siding
Schools
Elementary Schools Big Thompson
Middle Schools Other
High Schools Thompson Valley
School District Thompson R2-J
Others
Ownership Individual
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
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