Welcome to Rancho Bendito, a 411-acre sustainable sanctuary beneath the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains-where stunning landscapes, architectural brilliance, and cosmic wonder converge. This is more than a home; it's a way of life. A place where sustainability shapes daily living, and luxury flows with nature's rhythms.
At its heart lies a commitment to regenerative living. Designed with environmental stewardship in mind, Rancho Bendito is energy-independent, powered by solar and wind. A subterranean greenhouse, tree nursery, and xeriscape landscaping ensure year-round beauty and abundance with minimal impact.
Sacred spaces are woven throughout: a European-style labyrinth for reflection, a firelit meditation chapel, and a dark skies observatory with a 17-inch telescope-offering pristine views of the stars. Here, the sky isn't just a view-it's an experience.
The main residence, crafted by one of North America's top architects, is a triumph of natural materials and timeless design. New Mexico sandstone and hand-finished plaster walls enclose luminous interiors with panoramic views. Generous windows and organic forms invite light, air, and landscape into every room.
From the gourmet kitchen and view-wrapped dining room to the expansive terrace and tranquil water feature, every space fosters connection-to people, place, and purpose. The 3-bedroom, 1-bath Casita offers a private guest retreat, echoing the same craftsmanship and warmth.
Private trails wind through meadows and forested hills, wildlife roams freely, and light dances across the land. Whether harvesting from the greenhouse, walking the labyrinth, or embracing silence, Rancho Bendito offers a life of profound peace and purpose.
Protected by a conservation trust and bordered by public lands, this estate is irreplaceable. A legacy of harmony, preservation, and hope.
Come for the mountains. Stay for the stars. Live in wonder.
Offered By
Crystal Hodge CRYSTAL@CRYSTALHODGE.COM,303-893-3200, LIV Sotheby's International Realty
Lot FeaturesGutters, Lawn Sprinkler System, Wooded, Sloped, Abuts Public Open Space, Meadow, Xeriscape
Garage spaces6
Other StructuresKennel/Dog Run, Outbuildings
ViewMountain(s), Foothills View, Plains View
CITYCotopaxi
SUBDIVISIONRancho Bendito
COUNTYFremont
AREAOut of Area
STATECO
SENIOR COMMUNITYNo
TAX AMOUNT2605.0
LATEST UPDATE2025-08-08T16:01:25.364Z
DAYS ON MARKET159
PRICE CHANGE(S)
$6,000,000 Feb 26, 2025
CUMULATIVE DAYS ON MARKET159
Market Trends
New Properties On Market
14
33%
Decrease In New Listings
Average Asking Price
$679,714
$115,077 Increase In Avg Asking Price
Average Asking Price / Sq. Ft.
$285
$96 Increase In List Price/Sq. Ft.
Average Days On Market
12
15 Day
Decrease In Days On Market
Data as of Aug 12, 2025.
Remaining statistics above are calculated on activity within the period from Jun 01, 2025 to Jul 31, 2025.
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