c.1966 Colorado Cabin For Sale on Acre For Sale $175K

$175,000

Peaceful Retreat Bordering National Forest. Unplug and recharge in this cozy, light-filled one-room Colorado cabin complete with a cozy sleeping loft. Set on an acre of untouched private land with trees and public forest stretching out in every direction, it’s a dream sanctuary for nature lovers, writers, or weekend adventurers.

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With approximately 1,272 square feet of rustic living space, this charming getaway offers a warm, comfortable setting for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. Located just minutes from Ruedi Reservoir, the cabin provides convenient access to boating, fishing, hiking, camping, and other mountain adventures. Whether used as a weekend escape, vacation retreat, or basecamp for exploring the surrounding wilderness, this property offers privacy, character, and an exceptional connection to nature. Properties in this area rarely come up for sale! Contact your Broker today to schedule your private showing.

1bd
1,272sqft
Acre
Circa 1966

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Lake View Dr, Meredith, CO 81642

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Pros of Living in Meredith

World-Class Outdoor Recreation: Sitting right along the famous Fryingpan River, Meredith offers premier Gold Medal fly fishing. It is also surrounded by public lands, providing immediate access to hiking, camping, hunting, and boating at nearby Ruedi Reservoir.
Unmatched Peace and Seclusion: With a permanent population of only a few dozen residents, Meredith offers extreme privacy, zero traffic, and minimal noise or light pollution.
Stunning Natural Setting: The area is tucked in a high-alpine valley (around 7,700 feet elevation) surrounded by dramatic granite cliffs, pine forests, and mountain peaks.
Pitkin County Location: Because Meredith is in Pitkin County, residents enjoy access to county services and reasonable proximity to Roaring Fork Valley hubs like Basalt, Carbondale, and Aspen for high-end dining, cultural events, and world-class skiing.

Cons of Living in Meredith

Severe Lack of Local Services: Meredith has virtually no commercial infrastructure—no grocery stores, gas stations, pharmacies, or restaurants. Residents must drive 20 to 30 minutes down Frying Pan Road to Basalt for basic supplies and daily errands.
High Real Estate and Living Costs: Because it is located in Pitkin County (home to Aspen), real estate, property taxes, and home maintenance can be steep. Cabins and mountain homes in this valley carry high price tags due to limited land and strong demand for vacation homes.
Winter Travel & Remote Access: Mountain winters are long, heavy with snowfall, and cold. Navigating Frying Pan Road in icy or snowy conditions requires four-wheel drive and comfort with narrow canyon mountain driving.
Wildfire and Natural Hazard Risks: Like many remote Colorado mountain hamlets, homes face elevated wildfire risks, which can impact property insurance rates and availability. Additionally, spotty cell service and reliance on well/septic or propane are standard.
Limited Local Job Market: There is no local economic base outside of seasonal property management or tourism hosting. Residents either work remotely, commute down the valley to Basalt or Aspen, or live there as secondary/retired residents.