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Lake Vista Estates

Lake Vista Estates

Homes for sale in Lake Vista Estates, Bayfield CO feature properties on the coveted south-facing mountainside overlooking Vallecito Lake at 7,500 feet elevation, offering stunning lake views from all lots with access to one of Colorado's largest and most beautiful bodies of water featuring over 22 miles of shoreline. This exclusive mountain community showcases homes ranging from 1,344 to 1,875 square feet on 3-acre lots with Warlick Enterprises central water, septic systems, and propane service, plus annual HOA dues of $255 providing fitness facility access, fishing rights, and golf course privileges. The subdivision sits close to 2,000 feet higher than Durango with abundant winter snow requiring four-wheel drive vehicles for access, while National Forest abuts on three sides and the south marina is located just below for easy boating activities. Located 1 hour from Durango with cattle and horse allowances plus deer, elk, bear, and turkey as common neighbors, Lake Vista Estates attracts buyers seeking mountainside lakefront living where they can enjoy outstanding recreational activities with mountain and valley views in this premier south-facing location above beautiful Vallecito Lake.

Location

  • Proximity to Downtown Durango (Durangler's Fly Fishing Shop): 1 hr 2 mins
  • Proximity to La Plata County Airport: 58 mins
  • Proximity to Durango High School: 1 hr 6 mins
  • Closest Grocery Store: City Market (1 hr 5 mins)
  • Closest Restaurant: N/A
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Homes and Land

  • Home Sizes: $1,344 sq ft - $1,875
  • Lot Sizes: 3 ac

Utilities

  • Water Supplier: Warlick Enterprises 
  • Sewer Supplier: Septic
  • Gas Supplier: Bottled Propane
  • Electric Supplier: La Plata Electric Association

HOA Details

  • Dues: $255 Annually
  • Services: Fitness Facility, Fishing Rights, Golf Course Access

Features

  • Elevation: 7,500 ft 
  • Livestock Allowed: Cattle, Horses
  • Views: Mountains, Valley

Recreation

  • Distance from Purgatory Ski Resort: 1hr
  • Distance from Wolf Creek Ski Resort: N/A

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.

Schools In The Area

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Big Thompson Elementary School 970-613-5600 Public KG-5
Ponderosa Elementary School 970-679-9500 Public PK-5
High Plains School 970-679-9800 Public PK-8
Loveland High School 970-613-5200 Public 9-12
Big Thompson Elementary School 970-613-5600 Public KG-5
Ponderosa Elementary School 970-679-9500 Public PK-5
High Plains School 970-679-9800 Public PK-8
Laurene Edmondson Elementary School 970-613-6300 Public PK-5
Lincoln Elementary School 970-613-6220 Public KG-5
Centennial Elementary School 970-613-5800 Public PK-5
Peakview Academy at Conrad Ball 970-613-7300 Public PK-8
Immanuel Lutheran School 970-667-7606 Private PK-8
Leap School 970-613-5300 Public KG-12
Resurrection Christian School 970-612-0674 Private PK-12
Mary Blair Elementary School 970-613-6400 Public KG-5
Big Thompson Elementary School 970-613-5600 Public KG-5
Ponderosa Elementary School 970-679-9500 Public PK-5
High Plains School 970-679-9800 Public PK-8
Lincoln Elementary School 970-613-6220 Public KG-5
Laurene Edmondson Elementary School 970-613-6300 Public PK-5
Centennial Elementary School 970-613-5800 Public PK-5
Lucile Erwin Middle School 970-613-7600 Public 6-8
Peakview Academy at Conrad Ball 970-613-7300 Public PK-8
Immanuel Lutheran School 970-667-7606 Private PK-8
Resurrection Christian School 970-612-0674 Private PK-12
Mary Blair Elementary School 970-613-6400 Public KG-5
Leap School 970-613-5300 Public KG-12
High Plains School 970-679-9800 Public PK-8
Lucile Erwin Middle School 970-613-7600 Public 6-8
Peakview Academy at Conrad Ball 970-613-7300 Public PK-8
Immanuel Lutheran School 970-667-7606 Private PK-8
Leap School 970-613-5300 Public KG-12
Resurrection Christian School 970-612-0674 Private PK-12
Loveland High School 970-613-5200 Public 9-12
Harold Ferguson High School 970-613-5300 Public 9-12
Leap School 970-613-5300 Public KG-12
Resurrection Christian School 970-612-0674 Private PK-12

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