Rare opportunity to own a true Colorado miner's cabin on 2.3 private acres with a year-round creek, just 6 minutes from Idaho Springs and only 20 minutes from the west Denver metro area. Properties like this are difficult to find—combining mountain seclusion, solid construction, and exceptional access.
Built to last, the cabin features heavy insulation, premium 20-gauge steel roofing and siding, and quality craftsmanship throughout. The loft sleeping area maximizes the living space, while the 144-square-foot covered front porch provides the perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring the mountains.
The property includes a 10' x 12' metal-roof storage shed with plenty of room for tools, mining equipment, ATVs, hunting gear, or outdoor toys. Located just 0.3 miles from a county-maintained road, access is surprisingly easy, and most vehicles with reasonable ground clearance can reach the property.
The land itself is what sets this property apart. Situated on a historic mining claim with documented gold, a year-round creek, and surrounded by Colorado's rich mining history, it's an outstanding basecamp for prospecting, hunting, hiking, off-roading, and year-round mountain adventure. Cell service is available at the property, offering modern convenience without sacrificing the feeling of getting away.
Whether you're looking for a mountain headquarters, weekend escape, investment property, or a place to enjoy Colorado's outdoors, this turnkey cabin delivers privacy, durability, history, and adventure in one exceptional package.
Property Details
- Cooling
- Other
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling Features
- Other
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- 3/4 Baths
- 1
- View
- Mountain(s),Water
- Lot Features
- Borders National Forest, Borders Public Land
- Stories
- 2
- Lot Description
- Borders National Forest, Borders Public Land
- Acres
- 0.0
- Square Feet
- 510
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 2.24
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Year Built
- 1900
- Roof
- Metal
- Sewer Information
- Septic Tank
- Utility Source
- Well
- Utility Features
- Off Grid, Phone Available, Phone Connected
- Subdivision
- Idaho Springs
- School District
- Clear Creek RE-1
- Elementary School
- Georgetown Community School
- Middle School
- Clear Creek
- High School
- Clear Creek
- County
- CLEAR CREEK
- Region
- Idaho Springs
- Zoning
- NR-PC
- Taxes Annual
- $1,810
- MLS #
- 5243126
- Property Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Parcel Number
- 1961-121-00-005
- MLS #
- 5243126
- Date Listed
- June 26, 2026
- Address
- 854 Old Little Bear Creek Road
Location
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Last Updated: Sep 2, 2026 10:57 AM. Source: RECOLORADO
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Listed by Blake Wertz, 303-656-7012
Listing Office: Your Castle Realty LLC
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