Fully furnished, comfortable & rugged, this knotty pine log cabin was built in 1940 with 2 additions in 1944. The property occupies a premium location as part of the history-laden former narrow gauge workers' town of Pine Grove, a jumping off point for Wellington Reservoir, swimming & fishing, Cathedral Spires rock climbing, Platte River fishing & kayaking all the way to Deckers. Pine Grove Park, running along the Platte, offers covered picnic areas, restrooms, hiking trails, & a lake for fishing or walks. Along the Platte River Rd to the east, you'll find access to Sections 2 & 3 of the Colorado Trail. The unique & functional "hide-out" cabin will become your favorite weekend getaway or part-time retreat, offering convenient access to US Hwy 285 as well as a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by rustic history. Inside, there’s a comfortable kitchen & living room, complete with a large propane heater, wood paneling & vintage windows. A 300-GALLON cistern is included, as well as a hot water heater that provides water to the kitchen sink. A private bedroom on the enclosed porch & another sleeping room in the cabin provide ample sleeping space. A compostable toilet in the bathroom has not yet been connected. It comes FULLY FURNISHED with 2 electric heaters, propane-fueled stove, large & small appliances & is MOVE-IN READY! A new roof was added in 2023. The unique duplex outhouse on the fenceline is shared with an adjoining neighbor! Outside, you’ll find plenty of trees, views, a comfortable & private deck for viewing local wildlife & fabulous sunrises/sunsets. For an "evening out" in the area, turn at 4th Ave, turn right 1 block north of the intersection & head to the famous Bucksnort Saloon on Elk Creek Road & a gorgeous Canyon in about 15 minutes. Zoka‘s Restaurant is just east past 4th Ave, about a half mile on the left. Take a drive & visit your “HOME AWAY FROM HOME” in the Colorado Mountains! View the photos & virtual tour & call today for your personal showing!
Directions: Just 6.3 miles south of Pine Junction on Pine Valley Rd, you will come to the historic town of Pine Grove. Turn left at the town’s main 4th Ave Junction where The Emporium, library, & fire station intersect. Travel 2 blocks to Cedar Ave, turn left again & the cabin is on the left at the top of the hill.