Bill Davis - ALC
Escape to this quaint 1955 seasonal forest cabin at along South Chicago Creek Nestled in Hefferman Gulch along the babbling S Chicago Crk and surrounded by pristine National Forest, this “Cabin in the Woods” as part of the Recreational Residence Program offers rustic charm in an idyllic setting just outside of the gateway to the rockies town of Idaho Springs CO not far from the Hwy 103 Mt Blue Sky Scenic Byway.The cabin is strategically situated within the Arapaho NF close to S Chicago Crk trailhead of a beautiful 4.7 mile out-and-back hike in the Mount Evans Wilderness. The cabin is being sold furnished with interior and exterior furniture, wood burning fireplace, wood heating stove and camp comforts.Inside you’ll find a “camper kitchen” area with cabinets, butcher-block counters and sink basin along with portable burner and grill. The bathroom hosts a composting toilet and primitive shower.Water is manually brought to the cabin and a small low volt pump is run by battery or solar panels on the roof. The cabin has a 10’x10’6″ partitioned bedroom curtained from the living area and a spiral stairway rises to a sleeping loft with skylights.The cabin is a part of the Forest Service Recreational Cabin Program where the land is leased from the federal government usually in 20 year increments. The owner owns the improvements and the rights to access and use the land.The current lease is through 2028 ($1,353/yr lease fee + $1,200 transfer fee) when it is expected to renew for the next 20 year increment.Under the program the property is expected to be used a minimum of 15 days/yr per the lease documentation limited rental use may be available (see nf lease sec 7) refer to lease agreement incl in supplements for more details.Learn more about NF homeowner guidelines at https://www.nationalforesthomeowners.org.There is no deeded land included with the offering and the improvements will be conveyed via a recorded Bill of Sale for the lease to be transferred to the new owners
Directions:
From Idaho Springs follow CO 103 South for 10.1 miles. Turn Right onto Hefferman Gulch Road. Follow past multiple cabins then cross over S Chicago Creek. Cabin is 1 mile and will be on the right.
Showing Instructions:
Conversation with Listing Broker required prior to approving showings to make sure Buyer's agent has reviewed all materials and understands the terms and unique circumstances of property. DO NOT CALL LISTING BROKER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ ALL LINKED MATERIALS. Only cabin is for sale upon land lease w/ USFS current expiration 12/31/28 and expected 20 or possibly 30yr renewal. As there is no real property (land); no title commitment or insurance and Conveyance will be by recorded Bill of Sale. Cash only. Can not be used as primary or full-time residence per USFS regulations. Water is hauled in and there is no known septic system. Extensive resources, documents, interactive mapping and links available in website at: https://coloradoluxuryranchandland.com/properties/s-chicago-creek-forest-cabin-idaho-springs-colorado/. Additional information on the USFS Cabin Program can be found at: https://www.nationalforesthomeowners.org
No cell service so plan ahead with showing code/etc. Use lockbox located on front door (not on railing) to unlock the padlock and unbolt the door. Be sure to replace board across back door if opened. The parking area for the cabin is located across the road towards creek from cabin. No water, no septic, no power other than minor low voltage lights powered by car battery. Solar panels on roof included, but unclear on their operation.
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