Come live the country life you’ve been dreaming about! This well-cared-for 23.5-acre property sits just 8 minutes from downtown Cortez, and you’ll hear the year-round stream from your own backyard. It’s great for fishing, splashing, and keeping everything growing. With plenty of irrigation water, the pastures stay green. Inside, the 3-bedroom, 3-bath home is bright and comfortable. Oak hardwood floors run through the main level, and new wood stairs lead up to the second floor. The main-floor primary suite has a brand-new soaker tub, perfect for ending a long day. The living room has a tongue-and-groove ceiling, and the open floor plan flows into a freshly painted kitchen made for gathering, with butcher block counters, stainless appliances, a pantry, and a breakfast bar. Andersen windows and central air keep things cozy year-round. A mudroom connects to the large, heated two-car attached garage. Upstairs are two roomy bedrooms, and a full bath. This place is set up for animals, gardens, and getting things done. With the fencing, abundant irrigation water, and room to spread out, it’s ready for horses, a market garden, an orchard, or whatever you dream up. It’s fully fenced and cross-fenced, with a pond, a barn, a hay/boat barn, three loafing sheds, and a tack shop. The detached 26x36 shop/garage has a concrete floor, which makes it perfect for projects and storage. You’ll also find shade and fruit trees, a chicken coop, and a fenced backyard. From the covered porch, take in the unobstucted La Plata Mountain view and the privacy. No HOA or covenants. Pre-inspected.