The name says it all. Valley Haven Lodge is an income producing, rural hidden gem on just over 35 agriculturally zoned acres located in Center, Colorado. In addition to the lodge, the property boasts two rental apartments, two homes, huge multipurpose building with additional residential space, and storage. It is situated in the quiet San Luis Valley, just off the beaten path of Hwy 50 in Saguache County. It offers many amenities away from the busy city life but in close proximity to many tourist attractions: Along the Sangre de Cristo mountain range with a variety of wildlife and trees abundant in Colorado forests including the beautiful aspen leaf fall colors, nearby hiking and rock climbing in Penitente Canyon (15 minute drive), local festivals, alligator farm in the valley, hot springs pool (25 minute drive), fishing in the Rio Grande River (25 minute drive), spectacular scenic drives and hiking in the area mountains, access to Great Sand Dunes National Park (45 minute drive), skiing and winter activities at Wolf Creek Ski Area (1 hour 15 min drive).
The 5,556 sq. ft. log-built lodge is currently utilized as a retreat rental with 6 rooms and a loft. 3 rooms have private bathrooms. Other rooms and loft share 2 bathrooms that are equipped with locks to maintain privacy. Functional solar panels line half of the pitched metal roofing. Attached to this building are two fully contained apartments with stainless steel appliances, both consisting of 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The fully equipped kitchen, dining room, large great room with cathedral ceiling, and spacious screened-in porch with scenic views are perfect for entertaining large groups.
The 937 sq. ft. 3 bedroom/1bath log cabin home currently houses the on-site manager, who is willing to continue working with the new owners. This rustic home features a wood stove fireplace in the living room, solid wood kitchen cabinetry, ceramic tile flooring in the kitchen & bathroom, covered “Bonanza” porch and stamped patio.
The 2,167 sq. ft. 2 bedroom/2 bath home is unique in the number of large windows and sizable sunroom with a panoramic view of the spectacular Sangre de Cristo Range of the Rocky Mountains. It has wood flooring, eat in kitchen with wood cabinetry, and attached 2 car garage.
The 9,800 sq. ft. multipurpose building has an area of 70’x100’ that has been used as a gym with basketball hoops and as a shop for storage, maintenance, and repair. This building also has a commercial kitchen, dining room with knotty aspen walls, utility room, and 2 bathrooms on the main level. Additionally, there is a 3 bedroom/2 bath residence on the upper level that is currently being remodeled.
The 560 sq. ft. storage consists of 4 storage rooms, each with a separate exterior door.
