Description
On the market for the first time in 56 years, this secluded 24-acre lakefront estate offers the perfect balance of total privacy and close-in convenience. Nestled along 1,000 feet of exclusive shoreline on Kitchel Lake, this one-of-a-kind Fort Collins property provides a peaceful, private sanctuary just 2 miles east of I-25 and only minutes from town. Tucked away at the end of a private half-mile canal road, you'll find a tranquil world of your own-ideal for those seeking serenity without sacrificing access. Enjoy panoramic lake views, direct water access for canoeing or fishing, and the calming presence of mature cottonwoods, a small juniper grove, and a natural spring-fed pond that supports abundant wildlife, from eagles and herons to turtles and frogs. The updated 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom country home blends comfort and character, featuring wood floors, an upgraded kitchen, en suite bedrooms, and a spacious enclosed patio with serene views. It's the perfect space to live in while you plan and build your dream home-or to host guests once your new vision is realized. For those with animals, the land is fully fenced and well-outfitted with eight large paddocks, a tack room, hay storage, and two lean-tos-ideal for horses, alpacas, goats, or other livestock. With no HOA restrictions and ample space to add barns, workshops, or outbuildings, this property offers unlimited potential-all in a location that feels worlds away yet is just a short drive to everything Fort Collins has to offer. A truly private slice of paradise-come see what life can look like when you have it all.
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2BEDS
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24.25ACRES
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3BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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1,240SQFT
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$1,855$/SQFT
School Information
Description
On the market for the first time in 56 years, this secluded 24-acre lakefront estate offers the perfect balance of total privacy and close-in convenience. Nestled along 1,000 feet of exclusive shoreline on Kitchel Lake, this one-of-a-kind Fort Collins property provides a peaceful, private sanctuary just 2 miles east of I-25 and only minutes from town. Tucked away at the end of a private half-mile canal road, you'll find a tranquil world of your own-ideal for those seeking serenity without sacrificing access. Enjoy panoramic lake views, direct water access for canoeing or fishing, and the calming presence of mature cottonwoods, a small juniper grove, and a natural spring-fed pond that supports abundant wildlife, from eagles and herons to turtles and frogs. The updated 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom country home blends comfort and character, featuring wood floors, an upgraded kitchen, en suite bedrooms, and a spacious enclosed patio with serene views. It's the perfect space to live in while you plan and build your dream home-or to host guests once your new vision is realized. For those with animals, the land is fully fenced and well-outfitted with eight large paddocks, a tack room, hay storage, and two lean-tos-ideal for horses, alpacas, goats, or other livestock. With no HOA restrictions and ample space to add barns, workshops, or outbuildings, this property offers unlimited potential-all in a location that feels worlds away yet is just a short drive to everything Fort Collins has to offer. A truly private slice of paradise-come see what life can look like when you have it all.
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