1031 W US Highway 34 Active Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Loveland,CO 80537
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Residential-Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,749 sqft
Price per Sqft $398
Subdivision Big Thompson Canyon
MLS Listing ID 1035685
Style Cottage/Bung
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N false
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,749
Year Built 1922
Annual Tax Amount $4,729
Lot Size 52.000 Acres
Acres 52.0
Property Sub-Type Residential-Detached
Source IRES MLS
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
Area Loveland/Berthoud
Zoning Open (O)
Direction Head west on Highway 34 towards Estes Park. Property is across the highway and a little west from the Colorado Cherry Store. Google and other maps are inaccurate but you can try copy and pasting \"1031 US-34, Loveland, CO 80537\" into your map. Property has a Private Gate. Showings by Appointment Only. Absolutely No Driving Up the Driveway or Trespassing.
Rooms
Other Rooms Workshop,Storage
Basement Partial,Unfinished
Primary Bedroom Level Upper
Master Bedroom 12x12
Bedroom 2 Upper 14x8
Bedroom 3 Upper 12x10
Bedroom 4 Additional Upper 16x10
Bedroom 5 Additional Upper 10x10
Dining Room Wood Floor
Kitchen Tile Floor
Interior
Interior Features Study Area,Satellite Avail,High Speed Internet,Eat-in Kitchen,Separate Dining Room,Pantry,Stain/Natural Trim,Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Wood Floors
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Fireplace true
Window Features Window Coverings,Wood Frames,Double Pane Windows
Appliance Electric Range/Oven,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Microwave,Disposal
Laundry Washer/Dryer Hookups,In Basement
Exterior
Parking Features RV/Boat Parking,Oversized
Garage Spaces 3.0
Utilities Available Electricity Available,Propane
Waterfront Description Abuts Stream/Creek/River,River Front
View Mountain(s),Foothills View,Water
Roof Type Composition
Present Use Horses
Street Surface Paved,Asphalt
Porch Deck
Building
Lot Description Lawn Sprinkler System,Wooded,Level,Rolling Slope,Sloped,Steep Slope,Rock Outcropping,Abuts National Forest,Abuts Park,Abuts Public Open Space,Unincorporated,River Access,River Front,Waterfront
Faces South
Story 3
Sewer Septic
Water Well,Well
Level or Stories Three Or More
Structure Type Wood/Frame,Stone,Wood Siding,Painted/Stained
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Big Thompson
Middle Schools Walt Clark
High Schools Thompson Valley
School District Thompson R2-J
Others
Senior Community false
Tax ID R0424978
SqFt Source Other
Special Listing Condition Private Owner
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