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| Five Pine Mesa Highlights |
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| Frequently Asked Questions |
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Area Information: Adjacent to the National Forest Service land with some of the best trail riding in the state. |
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Access to the Flattops Wilderness Area. |
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1,000,000 acres of public lands, streams and lakes. |
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Largest elk herd in the state. |
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Common barn with 800 square foot caretaker unit and large party room. |
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Amenities: Barn has two paddock areas, large tack room with individual areas for each owner and four horse stalls. |
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A fully furnished 1200 square foot handcrafted log cabin is provided as an association amenity. |
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Services: Each summer four horses will be leased by the association. An outfitter will provide additional horses and guide service if requested at hourly rates. Additional service will be billed to the owner. |
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Common Area: The association owns forty acres for the enjoyment of all owners. Amenities include the barn and paddock area, owner’s cottage, a pond and a teepee. Common area is fenced to allow horses to graze. |
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| Amenities and Rules |
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Building Site: Each Site has a two-acre parcel (200' X 400') in which owners must build their improvements. The Design Review Board with each owner if an owner wishes to expand the building area or clear cut for a meadow/pasture area. |
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Building size: Building rights include a primary residence of between 2,500 and 10,000 square feet, a guest/caretaker unit of 800 square feet, and a barn. All buildings must conform to Routt County Building Codes. |
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Building Height: Height restriction is 35 feet, no reflective glass or roof material may be used. Stucco exterior is not allowed. |
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Water Supply: Wells are in place. |
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Utilities: Electricity and telephone are stubbed to each driveway. |
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Fences: Community buck-and-rail fencing maintained by the association. Owners may fence their building envelope. Other fencing and cross fencing is prohibited in order to maintain the open, pristine environment. |
| Directions to Five Pine Mesa |
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West on I-70. Exit at Wolcott. Turn right, then left to Wolcott Store. Turn right at Wolcott Store (131 North).
Proceed north on 131 through McCoy and on to Toponas.
4.6 miles past Toponas, you’ll notice an antique wooden ICE loading machine on your right, next to the railroad track. About 300 yards past that turn left on County Road 3 (gravel road).
Travel west on 3 approximately 7 miles to Five Pine Mesa. |
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| About Five Pine Mesa |
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Forbes Sotheby's International Realty is excited to announce that sales have begun in Five Pine Mesa. An expansive 1000+ acre community. Five Pine Mesa is bordered by the majestic Flattops Wilderness and Routt National Forest, accessible from Highway 131 and County Road 3B at Toponas. Proximity to the recreational Mecca's of Vail, Beaver Creek and Steamboat Springs makes this a great opportunity as well as an ideal retreat for outdoor enthusiasts.
With only 11 sites ranging from approximately 50 to 100 acres each, Five Pine Mesa present a unique opportunity to own a pristine property where sensitivity to the natural surroundings is paramount. Currently there are three homesteads on the market, with four existing Founders'. The developer, Whitney Ward, one of the Founders, is committed to the preservation of a historic way of life. This is reflected in the master plan for Five Pine Mesa.
"As our children grow to adulthood, we look back with the fondest of memories at the quality time we have spent at Five Pine Mesa and in the adjoining Flattops Wilderness. Our children agree that something special happened during those moments in this remote, pristine environment. It was that we talked- I mean really talked- and we understood. We are excited about preserving this unique, majestic setting where we can all enjoy more of those magical moments with our children and the children of the future generations," says Ward.
Each possesses substantial acreage for home, barn and outbuildings. Panoramic views of beautiful aspen and pine forests dotted with picturesque meadows abound. Every site has been platted to include a portion of Smith Creek.
Gated to ensure privacy and restricted access.
Kraig Forbes, whose firm is marketing Five Pine Mesa, is quick to point out some of the impressive owners' amenities.
"There is a designated common preservation are to serve as headquarters. This property will have a handsome 5000 square foot hewn log barn complete with horse stalls, snowmobile and ATV storage area, tack room, hayloft (perfect for barn dances) ad caretaker's quarters."
Community maintenance and multitude of owner services are provided be a resident caretaker. "If you need to be dropped off or picked up at one of the two nearby regional airports, some grocery shopping done, your horse saddled, or a guided day trip. our caretaker will do it with a smile," says Forbes.
Adjacent to the barn is a comfy designer decorated guest cottage where "owners can move in and hang their hate ad spurs while their own home is being built," "The cottage is also available to an owner's guests, if not otherwise being used by an owner."
"Conservation and equestrian easements allow each owner enjoyment of the abundant natural open space within Five Pine Mesa along with access to the over 1 million acres of adjoining public land," added Ward. "We welcome those who share our vision for wildlife and environmental stewardship, while cultivating a rich personal enjoyment for this unique community."
Whitney Ward is a partner with INVESCO, Inc. and founding partner of INVESCO Realty Advisors, one of the top 10 real estate advisory firms in the country. Ward is also a global partner in INVESCO PLC, which manages $250 billion in assets worldwide. Ward makes his home with his wife, Vicky, and family in Vail and is president of the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity.
Kraig Forbes, owner of Forbes Real Estate Group, has successfully developed, marketed and sold properties in the Vail Valley for nearly two decades. During his long tenure with Vail Associates, Kraig was a consistent outstanding sales associate and twice earned top sales honors. He listed and successfully marketed major Beaver Creek projects and acquired and developed Beaver Creek's Wayne Creek Commons subdivision. Kraig served with the Eagle County Affordable Housing Task Force and sits on the Beaver Creek Metro District Board of Directors.
A Rocky Mountain homestead in Five Pine Mesa is an exciting approach to living. It offers the benefits and amenities owners look for in a high country experience.
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Easy access from two regional airports and the year-round resorts of Vail/Beaver Creek and Steamboat Springs. |
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An authentic log barn and adjacent guest cottage for owners' use during construction of their backcountry retreat. |
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Outstanding views; beautiful aspen and pine forests dotted with picturesque meadows; Smith Creek runs through each site. |
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Maintained road to each gated site |
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Live-in caretaker |
Five Pine Mesa welcome those who share our vision for wildlife and environmental stewardship, while cultivating a rich personal enjoyment for this unique community.
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