Nestled on a spacious 2.5-acre lot, this property offers endless possibilities. The garden area is thoughtfully fenced to protect your plants from wildlife, ensuring a bountiful harvest and you can store it all in the nice celler. Additionally, a nice block workshop and several outbuildings provide ample storage space for all your tools and equipment.

Have a horse? Look no further! This property has plenty of room to accommodate your equine companion. There’s also space for a steer or two if you are into growing your own beef, allowing you to fulfill your mini-ranching aspirations.

Conveniently located just north of Cotopaxi School, this cabin offers easy access to everyday amenities. The Cotopaxi Store and Highway 50 are less than 2 miles away, making shopping and commuting a breeze. Furthermore, you will find yourself only 50 minutes away from Canon City and a short 30-minute drive from the charming town of Salida.

Do not miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a piece of mountain paradise. Whether you are a nature lover, outdoor enthusiast, or simply seeking tranquility, this log cabin will surely steal your heart. Schedule a tour today and start living your dream in the beautiful Colorado mountains.

Region & Climate

Cotopaxi, CO has a semi-arid climate. Summers are usually warm and dry with temperatures that range from the high 60s to mid 80s. Winters are usually mild, but can be cold with temperatures ranging from the 30s to mid 40s. Snowfall is rare, but possible during winter months. Overall, Cotopaxi is known for its pleasant weather year-round with sunny skies most days and low humidity levels.

BESTPLACES COMFORT INDEX

The annual BestPlaces Comfort Index for Cotopaxi is 6.8 (10=best), which means it is less comfortable than most places in Colorado.

8.8 / 5

Summer / Winter

July, June and August are the most pleasant months in Cotopaxi, while January and December are the least comfortable months.

Climate Averages

Cotopaxi, Colorado

RAINFALL 12.5 in

SNOWFALL 64.9 in.

PRECIPITATION 76.6 days

SUNNY 260 days

AVG. JULY HIGH 80.1

AVE. JAN LOW 7.2

UV INDEX 5.4

ELEVATION 6361 ft.

YOU SHOULD KNOW

Many people confuse weather and climate but they are different. Weather is the conditions of the atmosphere over a short period of time, and climate is how the atmosphere is over long periods of time.

Weather is how the atmosphere is behaving and its effects upon life and human activities. Weather can change from minute-to-minute. Most people think of weather in terms of temperature, humidity, precipitation, cloudiness, brightness, visibility, wind, and atmospheric pressure.

Climate is the description of the long-term pattern of weather in a place. Climate can mean the average weather for a particular region and time period taken over 30 years. Climate is the average of weather over time

July is the hottest month for Cotopaxi with an average high temperature of 80.1, which ranks it as cooler than most places in Colorado. In Cotopaxi, there are 4 comfortable months with high temperatures in the range of 70-85. The most pleasant months of the year for Cotopaxi are August, July and June.

In Cotopaxi, there are 0.9 days annually when the high temperature is over 90, which is cooler than most places in Colorado.

January has the coldest nighttime temperatures for Cotopaxi with an average of 7.2. This is colder than most places in Colorado.

In Cotopaxi, there are 206.8 days annually when the nighttime low temperature falls below freezing, which is colder than most places in Colorado.

In Cotopaxi, there are 20.0 days annually when the nighttime low temperature falls below zero, which is colder than most places in Colorado.

Humidity is low in Cotopaxi, and some people might find the dryness to be uncomfortable. Days with noticeable humidity are rare throughout the year. A very dry climate can lead to cracked, itchy skin and dry eyes.

August is the wettest month in Cotopaxi with 2.1 inches of rain, and the driest month is February with 0.4 inches. The wettest season is Autumn with 40% of yearly precipitation and 11% occurs in Spring, which is the driest season. The annual rainfall of 12.5 inches in Cotopaxi means that it is drier than most places in Colorado.

August is the rainiest month in Cotopaxi with 12.2 days of rain, and January is the driest month with only 3.9 rainy days. There are 76.6 rainy days annually in Cotopaxi, which is less rainy than most places in Colorado. The rainiest season is Autumn when it rains 39% of the time and the driest is Spring with only a 16% chance of a rainy day.

An annual snowfall of 64.9 inches in Cotopaxi means that it is about average compared to other places in Colorado. March is the snowiest month in Cotopaxi with 13.2 inches of snow, and 8 months of the year have significant snowfall.