Mancos 150 Ranch (152 acres) sits just off Highway 160, offering easy year-round access to the mountain town of Mancos, Colorado and the world-famous Mesa Verde National Park. For buyers searching for a Colorado ranch retreat, second home, or summer escape, this property delivers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and fully updated modern improvements.
Within 5 minutes of leaving the ranch, you can be having dinner beside the Mancos River in downtown, or exploring local coffee shops, art galleries, and farm-to-table restaurants. For expanded amenities, the booming town of Durango—home to an airport, medical centers, shopping, and year-round events—is only 25 minutes away.
A Lifestyle Retreat for Non-Residents & Seasonal Owners
This ranch has been thoughtfully reimagined as a turnkey seasonal getaway—ideal for out-of-state buyers looking to spend summers in Colorado’s cool mountain air. With the San Juan Mountains rising behind the ranch and a long history of western heritage at the gateway, outdoor recreation is truly endless:
Hiking & mountain biking
Horseback riding
Fly fishing
Boating & paddleboarding on nearby lakes
Hunting (GMU access nearby)
Scenic drives through the alpine passes
National Park exploration
The property sits at a perfect elevation for long, pleasant summers—making it a refreshing escape for buyers from Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma, Florida, and other warm-climate regions.
Remodeled Improvements — A Modern Turnkey Ranch Experience
Mancos East Ranch offers features rarely found in one property:
mountain views, privacy, irrigated land, ponds, wildlife habitat, and fully updated residential improvements.
Every structure on the ranch has been renovated down to the studs with:
Professional civil engineering
Interior design planning
Custom contractor workmanship
Full inspections, completed surveys, and even a Phase 1 Environmental Assessment
A full home inspection (available to qualified buyers)
Main Cabin
A single-level, charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath cabin overlooks green pastures framed by snow-capped peaks. The front deck showcases iconic Colorado views—sunrises, alpenglow evenings, and wildlife sightings daily.
Barn / Garage
A large barn-garage structure offers storage for vehicles, ATVs, tools, and equipment, adding functional value for a weekend or seasonal ranch owner.
Pond & Ponderosa Pines
At the edge of the property sits a quiet, scenic pond surrounded by towering ponderosa pines—an ideal summer hangout, wildlife viewing area, or future picnic site.
Vacation Rental Opportunity (VRBO / Airbnb Ready)
While you’re not using the ranch, this remodeled cabin is ideally suited for short-term rental income.
Guests will value:
Privacy
Dark sky stargazing
Mesa Verde National Park access
Proximity to Durango
Mountain views & wildlife (elk cows with calves, mule deer, black bear)
For a non-resident owner, this creates a way to offset holding costs while maintaining the property as a private summer retreat.
Fully Prepared for Prudent Buyers
Every major due-diligence item has already been completed, making this a rare, professionally vetted Colorado ranch offering:
ALTA-level survey
Engineering review
Phase 1 Environmental Assessment
Home inspection
Water, access, and structural evaluations
The ranch has been improved with exceptional attention to detail to ensure long-term stewardship and preserve the heritage of western Colorado land ownership.
Endless Possibilities Across 152 Acres
With 152 acres of irrigated meadows, dry pasture, timber, and varied terrain, the ranch offers many potential uses:
Personal summer retreat
Second home / vacation property
VRBO investment
Equestrian base
Wildlife and conservation haven
Family legacy ranch
Multi-building development potential
Future subdivision options (details available upon request)
If you’re looking for a Colorado mountain ranch with turnkey improvements, proximity to recreation, and the ideal lifestyle setting for long summer stays, Mancos East Ranch stands out as one of the best opportunities in the region.
Broker’s Perspective
“”When I close my eyes and think of classical Western Colorado, this is what I think of. Log cabin on a hill overlooking snowcapped peaks towing Ponderosa pines on the edge of green meadows. This ranch holds all the charm of Western Colorado, and to have this property call Mancos home as well! This ranch is Mancos Colorado, this ranch is Western Colorado!”
— Reese Lovell, Listing Broker
Reese Lovell, Owner and Broker of Full Curl Ranches, grew up between the Arkansas River and Ozark Mountains, where his love for the outdoors and wildlife first took root. After falling in love with Colorado during family visits, Reese moved to the Rockies in 2014 and quickly built a reputation as a trusted expert in Western Colorado ranch real estate. Known for an investor’s eye, a knack for thinking outside the box, and a drive that defies the typical ranch broker mold, Reese has successfully led hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions, earning a reputation as a trusted advisor and lifelong partner to his clients. Reese and his wife, Alli, live the ranching lifestyle firsthand, operating South Rim Ranch and managing a personal portfolio of real estate investments. They share in active roles in their church, global missions, and conservation organizations. At the core, Reese and Alli are committed to living humbly, stewarding land responsibly, and honoring the gift of creation.
