Independence Homestead
1330 Adams Ave : Westcliffe, CO 81252
Custer County, Colorado
Farm Description
A fantastic opportunity for someone looking to live off the grid and be self-sufficient in a beautiful location. The property has already been improved with two greenhouses, a cabin, two septic systems, and two concrete pads with electrical and plumbing rough-ins for two homes. The Zoning and Planning department has already approved plans for house designs on both concrete pads.
Land
This property is remote and secluded and offers amazing views of the local rolling muscled mountain of Aspen Mountain Ranch and the expansive views of the majestic Sangre de Cristo mountain range.
It sits right in the midst of a magnificent painting of a very special scenic landscape. The hills in the area are characterized by a rolling, muscular appearance, indicating strength and power, thus invoking a sense of stability or solidity.
The valley is soft and lush, and is covered in dense and healthy vegetation. The valley is a comfortable and inviting place, and is a good spot for relaxation or recreation.
Overall, this property offers a vivid picture of a serene and picturesque landscape, one that is characterized by rolling hills and a lush valley. This land evokes a sense of peace and tranquility and invites you to imagine yourself in this beautiful setting.
Improvements
driveway created with culverts and road base
2 commercial grade 3,000 sq ft greenhouses with light deprivation, fans, heaters, etc additional info below 800 sq ft cabin built exterior complete interior finishes up to new owner pic attached
100' x 60' concrete pad poured with electrical and plumbing rough-ins complete
2 septic systems installed one for cabin and one for future home on concrete pad
residential well permitted and scheduled to be drilled by April
Also available are of architectural and engineered stamped plans for house designs on both of the concrete pads. They've been approved by the Zoning and Planning department. The photos show the artist's rendition of the cabin, homes, and greenhouses.
Recreation
This property is within a draw unit that is highly regarded for hunting. This means that the area is known for having abundant populations of elk, mule deer, bear, mountain lion, and antelope, and that the hunting opportunities in this area are considered exceptional.
A draw unit is a specific area of land that is managed by wildlife officials and has certain hunting regulations in place. Hunters must apply for a permit or tag through a lottery system, known as a draw, in order to hunt in these areas. Because only a limited number of tags are issued each year, the hunting pressure on the animals in these areas is often lower than in areas where hunting is open to anyone.
Agriculture
The two greenhouses 30'X100 Dual Frame Light Dep Greenhouse Kit 100 Automated Semi-Gable
The Auto Internal Light Deprivation Kit is complete and ready to go. Structures include a 1 7/8 x 2 3/8 frame that's 26'x96 inside a 30'x100 frame. The inside frame is completely sealed with air ducted through the end walls to create a 2ft thermal air bubble around the growing space. A full ventilation system includes a 400k BTU heater, exhaust fans, automated louvers, and HAF fans to help lower humidity. Woven membranes with a 4-year warranty insures protection from the elements. A fully automated light deprivation package makes controlling the light cycle effortless with 2 powerful 100nm motors and a programmable controller. Includes all necessary accessories for all core functions.
Key Features Internal roll to peak system
programmable automated light dep system with drive
heavy duty woven greenhouse membranes clear & black
greenhouse film fastening system
fully automated ventilation system
400k BTU Modine greenhouse heater
wind retention system
steel framed end wall package with barn style sliding door
all steel and hardware for framing
Region & Climate
Climate in Westcliffe/Silver Cliff, Colorado
Westcliffe/Silver Cliff, Colorado gets 14 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Westcliffe/Silver Cliff averages 86 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 260 sunny days per year in Westcliffe/Silver Cliff. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Westcliffe/Silver Cliff gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 83 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted, you have to get at least.01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High the July high is around 81 degrees
Winter Low the January low is 8
Rain averages 14 inches of rain a year
Snow averages 70 inches of snow a year
