495 Birch Drive

LARGE south-facing parcel with a survey. No HOA. Lots of mature trees. This secluded slice of paradise is easy to access all year. This flat lot is ready for your dream home. Very gently sloping lot, easy to develop. Walk to San Isabel National Forest. Partial mountain views. Near the historic town of Twin Lakes. This prime location is surrounded by endless recreational opportunities for hiking, skiing, mountain climbing, whitewater rafting, hunting & much more. Great skiing at nearby resorts: Approximately a half hour to Ski Cooper or Copper Mountain. For Gold Medal fishing, throw in a line at nearby Twin Lakes or Mount Elbert Forebay. For additional fishing options, Clear Creek Reservoir or Turquoise Lake are only a few minutes further. Aspen is on the other side of Independence Pass, on top of The Continental Divide, which is at 12,095 feet elevation. This is one of the highest paved mountain passes in the country & only open in the summertime. Immerse yourself into a true Wild West lifestyle. Lots of wildlife, including Big Horn Sheep, love to hang out here. Water & electric is in the road. Water Tap fee has not been paid. Buyers to verify water accessibility with MEWA. https://www.mountelbertwater.org/ This property is part of a municipal taxing district for road maintenance & snow plowing. https://ccgcolorado.com/Buyers to verify building requirements for Lake County. https://www.lakecountyco.com/188/Community-Planning-Development Only 20 minutes to Leadville, 30 minutes to Buena Vista, 2 hours to Denver.