August 07, 2026

Plenty of homes advertise mountain views. Far fewer can tell you those views will still be there in twenty years.

This 35-acre property east of Colorado Springs sits on one of the highest points in the area, and between that elevation and the way the surrounding homes are positioned, the sight lines to Pikes Peak, the Sangre de Cristos, and the Spanish Peaks are protected. Nothing is going up in front of them.

Views That Cannot Be Built Out

This is the detail that separates this property from most acreage listings.

A view is only as good as the land in front of it. Buyers who purchase for a view and then watch it disappear behind new construction learn that lesson expensively. Here the elevated position and the orientation of neighboring homes do the protecting.

The neighborhood itself is part of that. It holds just 20 total properties, so density is not going to change the character of the area. Shared equestrian, walking, and biking easements run through it, which means you have room to roam well beyond your own 35 acres while still having neighbors within reach.

Thirty-Five Acres of Usable Land

The land here has been set up thoughtfully rather than simply left alone.

There is a fenced backyard, a gas-ready patio, a gazebo, and a custom-designed carport. A new chicken coop with a fully enclosed run sits alongside raised garden beds for anyone interested in producing some of their own food.

The rest is natural prairie grass and original landscape, which is a deliberate choice. Thirty-five acres of turf would be a second job. Native prairie asks almost nothing of you and looks like Colorado is supposed to look.

For horses, other animals, equipment, or outdoor hobbies that need room, the acreage and easements support all of it.

A Garage That Holds Its Temperature

The three-car garage is fully insulated, with north and east-facing windows bringing in natural light. It holds between the low 40s and the high 60s year round without being heated.

That matters more than it sounds like it should. It means a workshop you can actually use in January, vehicles that are not sitting in single digits, and storage that will not freeze. On a rural property where the garage often doubles as a shop, this is a real feature rather than a footnote.

An Upstairs Guest Suite Built for Independence

The upstairs guest suite is set up to function on its own.

It includes a full bath, a wet bar, a mini fridge, and a dedicated coffee nook. Someone staying here can make their morning coffee, keep their own food cold, and have a private bath without moving through the rest of the house. For extended visits or for an arrangement where an adult relative lives with you but keeps their own routine, that independence is what makes it work.

A bonus room adds loft sleeping or play space, and the main-level office looks out at the mountains, which is a meaningful upgrade over a desk facing a wall.

The Systems Behind Comfortable Rural Living

Rural properties live and die on their systems, and these have been handled.

A whole-house water filtration system sits in a clean, temperature-controlled crawl space that also offers real storage. A whole-home circulation pump delivers hot water almost instantly rather than after a long wait at a far-off tap, which is a common frustration in larger homes.

Inside, the details carry through with soft-close drawers and cabinets throughout and a layout that keeps daily living comfortable across seasons.

Location: Private, Not Remote

The home sits on a private road just off Peyton Highway, which was recently repaved.

That combination is the balance rural buyers are usually looking for. You get the privacy of a long approach and 35 acres, without a punishing dirt road commute every time you need groceries or have to get to Colorado Springs. Calhan and the surrounding eastern El Paso County corridor continue to draw buyers who want land and sky without leaving reach of the city.

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At $899,000, this property offers 35 acres, protected mountain views, and a home built with real attention to how rural living actually works. If you would like to see it in person, reach out to the Treasure Davis Team.

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