Escape the city heat & the relentless pace of modern life where the air is crisp & the neighbors still know the value of a firm handshake. Located just 2 miles outside the historic town of Elbert, this property offers the quintessential Colorado rural lifestyle at a refreshing 6,700-foot elevation. Experience a daily masterpiece with unobstructed mountain views spanning the entire western horizon. Whether it's the golden glow of a sunrise over rolling hay fields or the dramatic colors of a Rocky Mountain sunset, the scenery here is unmatched. Enjoy summer temperatures significantly cooler than Denver & share your land with local wildlife like turkey, antelope, deer, & elk. With no city lights to dim the view, the night sky offers a brilliant display of stars in total peace & quiet. While you'll feel worlds away, you are perfectly positioned near tight-knit communities. Elbert is a charming town featuring Victorian homes, a local coffee shop, antique browsing, the beautiful Boy Scout Ranch, and The Back 40, a favorite local watering hole & restaurant. Don't miss the gas station for excellent pizza & snacks. Only 12 miles away, Kiowa serves as the county seat where you can visit the courthouse, pick up supplies at the feed store, or enjoy family-owned restaurants. It also houses the Elbert County Fairgrounds for the rodeo & 4-H fair. In nearby Elizabeth, explore Main Street antiques, Hitching Post Hay for cattle & horse feed, & the Elizabeth Locker Plant for locally raised meats & homemade sausage. For a true local experience, the Calhan Livestock Auction is just 29 miles away. This 40-acre parcel is ideal for horses & cattle, featuring a well with solar power to keep your animals watered. Travelers will appreciate that Denver International Airport is only 60 miles away, while Colorado Springs Airport is a convenient 40-mile drive. Includes K-12 school access, county-maintained roads, & satellite Wi-Fi. Electricity is at the edge of the property. Owner Carry option