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Enchanted Forest Estates, Bayfield CO – Homes & Land

Enchanted Forest Estates is a residential subdivision located near Bayfield, Colorado. Homes are situated at 7,562 feet in elevation and are developed on lots averaging 3.5 acres. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 960 to 3,600 square feet. The subdivision includes 78 lots with sloping hillsides and some flat building areas. Vegetation includes Ponderosa pine, aspen, oak, and fir.

What to Expect

Enchanted Forest Estates properties are accessed by gravel roads. Homes rely on private water wells, individual septic systems, and propane service. The neighborhood's forested setting contributes to its rural mountain character. Buyers should verify road maintenance responsibilities and utility services during due diligence.

Lifestyle

Enchanted Forest Estates offers a rural, forested setting northeast of Durango with access to nearby recreation areas and reservoirs. Downtown Durango is approximately 26 minutes away, the La Plata County Airport is about a 30-minute drive, and Durango High School is roughly 27 minutes away. Residents enjoy a mountain lifestyle while remaining within driving distance of shopping, dining, schools, and other everyday services.

You'll Love

Elevation at 7,562 feet
Home sizes from 960 to 3,600 sq ft
Lots from 3 to 3.5 acres
Forested terrain with Ponderosa pine, aspen, oak, and fir
Mountain views
Adjacent to San Juan National Forest in some areas

Location

Downtown Durango (DoubleTree area): 26 minutes
La Plata County Airport: 30 minutes
Durango High School: 27 minutes
City Market: 23 minutes
Purgatory Ski Resort: 48 minutes
Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 1 hour 25 minutes

Homes and Land

Enchanted Forest Estates features single-family homes with recorded sizes ranging from 960 to 3,600 square feet. As of May 2026, lot sizes average around 3 acres. Homes are situated on wooded parcels with a mix of sloping terrain and flatter building sites.

Utilities

Water: Well
Sewer: Septic
Gas: Basin Co-Op
Electric: La Plata Electric Association

HOA

HOA dues are approximately $700 annually.

HOA inclusions:

Snow Removal
Road Maintenance

HOA information and covenants should always be independently verified by buyers.

Recreation

Nearby trails include:

Bear Creek Trail #698
Arbogas Loop Trail #696
Shearer Creek Trail #558

Fishing access nearby includes:

Lemon Dam – 8 minutes
Vallecito Reservoir – 12 minutes
Lemon Reservoir – 13 minutes
South Bear Creek – 17 minutes
Freeman Creek – 17 minutes
Los Pinos River – 21 minutes
Animas River – 25 minutes

The La Plata County Assessor provides access to property tax history, a tax estimator for future taxes, and parcel details such as lot size, boundaries, and adjoining properties.

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Disclaimer:
All neighborhood information, including HOA details, fees, and community guidelines, is subject to change. HOA dues may increase over time, and other property-specific details may vary. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please contact our team directly.