Check Out The Price Of This Tiny Rustic Log Cabin in the Rocky Mountains

Owning a Dream Cabin in the Rockies

The dream of owning a log cabin is one that many people have, whether it be for full-time living or use as a vacation cabin, it's easy to see why it is such a popular option. This one-bedroom, 357-square-foot, log cabin is located in Ward, Colorado, and sits on a 0.28-acre lot recently sold at an affordable price, showing that that log cabin might be an attainable option for many people across the country. This rustic log cabin along the banks of Beaver Creek is the perfect base camp for your family to enjoy the adventure of the Rocky Mountain lifestyle.

Natural Beauty and Wildlife

Nestled on a flat to sloping grade with plenty of evergreen trees, this lot is a frequent stop for the abundant wildlife that calls the property and surrounding area home. Inside you'll find numerous windows and a skylight to brighten the open floor plan with a bonus loft and wood-burning stove. Relax on your front porch swing and take in the sound of the rushing creek after a long day outdoors. The perfect opportunity to get away from it all & surround yourself with nature. National Forest and the Indian Peaks Wilderness offer endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation. The cabin is part of the Forest Service Residential Residence Program and is subject to a Special Use Permit. Location is one of the most important factors when choosing a log cabin, and this cabin located in Ward, Colorado is the perfect place, especially for outdoor enthusiasts.

Discovering Ward, Colorado

Ward, Colorado is a home rule municipality in Boulder County, just 20 miles northwest of Boulder. The area was a major part of the Colorado Gold Rush, once home to the state's oldest and longest-lasting mining camps and at one point was the richest town in the state. The town now serves as a satellite town to Boulder and is home to a few hundred residents that call Ward home. There is a tiny general store, a restaurant, and residential homes sprinkled throughout town. First settled in 1860, Ward now has a population of around 150. The following are just a couple of places to visit in the area.

Outdoor Activities Near Ward

Brainard Lake Recreation Area. In the summer head just 5 miles west of town to Brainard Lake. There's boating, camping, and a variety of trails open to hikers and horseback riders. In the winter you can go snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. You can access trails in the Indian Peaks Wilderness from the trail system at Brainard Lake. Ward offers an idyllic location for outdoor recreation. Nestled in the Indian Peaks Wilderness, Ward is not far from Rocky Mountain National Park and is a short drive to Brainard Lake Recreation Area. Activities in the area include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, and camping.

Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park-Grand Lake. Rocky Mountain National Park is the most visited recreation area in the state, headquartered in Estes Park. The park's 415 square miles encompass a variety of alpine terrain, with at least 60 mountains exceeding 12,000 feet. Longs Peak is the biggest at 14,259 feet and can be seen from nearly anywhere.