12590 Derby Mesa Loop
Burns, CO 80426
6 Beds
2 Baths
3,039 sqft (on 744 acres)
6 Beds
2 Baths
3,039 sqft
(on 744 acres)
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Description
The Gates Ranch is a rare 744±-acre legacy hunting and cattle ranch set on a high mesa above the Colorado River, offered for the first time after five generations of family ownership. Located about an hour from Vail and 1.5 hours from Steamboat Springs, the ranch combines trophy-level recreation, productive hay ground, senior water rights, and authentic Western character. Approximately 340 acres are irrigated and historically produce around 250 tons of hay annually, supporting a year-round cattle operation of roughly 100 head. Improvements include a modest main log home of 1,158 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, and additionally a charming and historic 3,039 sq ft log bunkhouse with 6 bedrooms and 2 baths that sleeps up to 12, plus multiple outbuildings, corrals, and two newer metal shops. Everything is functional and built for real ranch use. Water resources are exceptional, highlighted by a senior 15 CFS decree off Derby Creek delivered through the Rogers and South Derby ditches, several adjudicated springs, and a high-producing domestic well serving both homes. A spring-fed 3-acre trout lake sits on the north side of the property and is deep enough to overwinter fish, offering excellent brown and rainbow trout fishing. Derby Canyon borders the ranch to the north with rimrock walls, lush habitat, and a free-flowing trout stream, creating prime conditions for elk, mule deer, black bear, and Merriam’s turkey hunting in GMU 25. The ranch typically receives 2–3 mule deer landowner tags annually and has a long history of successful outfitting for elk, with over-the-counter opportunities for second and third rifle seasons and easy draws for archery, muzzleloader, and first and fourth rifle seasons. National Forest and the Flattops Wilderness Area are only about a mile up the road, offering high-alpine adventure with horseback riding, hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, and backcountry exploration. With its combination of irrigated meadows, canyon terrain, senior water rights, historic improvements, and exceptional recreational attributes between two world-class mountain towns, the Gates Ranch stands as one of the most compelling ranch offerings in the central Colorado Rockies.
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$2,962
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 12590 Derby Mesa Loop
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Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3039 Square Feet |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One, TwoAccessibility: None |
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Exterior Home Features Fencing: Barbed Wire, Cross Fenced, FullOther Structures: Barn(s), Bunkhouse, Corral(s), Garage(s), Outbuilding, Residence, Shed(s)Exterior: Fence |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 5Number of Covered Spaces: 5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Detached,Garage |
Frontage Road Surface Type: GravelNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
Farm & Range Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed |
Surface & Elevation Elevation: 7600Elevation: 7600 |
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Days on Market: 180+ |
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Year Built Year Built: 1938Year Renovated: 2000 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: FarmProperty Subtype: FarmArchitecture: Ranch,Two Story |
Building Construction Materials: Wood Frame |
Property Information Parcel Number: 168518400023 |
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Price List Price: $9,000,000Price Per Sqft: $2,962 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: Burns |
School Information Elementary School: Other or Out of AreaJr High / Middle School: Other or Out of AreaHigh School: Eagle Valley High School |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 20255565 |
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Building Area Building Area: 3269 Square Feet |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 744 Acres |
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Mls Number: 20255565Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet |
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listing courtesy of LOREN WILLIAMS, (970) 314-0324
UNITED COUNTRY COLORADO BROKERS, INC
GARY HUBBELL, (970) 872-3322
UNITED COUNTRY COLORADO BROKERS, INC
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Price History for 12590 Derby Mesa Loop
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 12/01/2025 | $9,000,000 | Listed For Sale | CREN #830210 |
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Assigned Schools
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- Eagle Valley High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 980 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageGreat school with caring teachers and usually kind students. My child is receiving the best education there. She truly loves all of her teachers. She's a junior and has never had a teacher at EVHS that she doesn't love. She feels they treat her like family & that they are all incredibly invested in her future. She feels loved, supported and at home at our school. She has an above a 4.0 and feels like she is well prepared for college thanks to the efforts of her wonderful teachers.Parent Review7y ago - Gypsum Creek Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 317 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageHorrible staff, horrible school , we pulled our kids out . Do not recommend this school at all!Parent Review1y ago - Gypsum Elementary School
- PK-5
- Public
- 395 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy daughter has been going to GES since kindergarten and they have been wonderful to our family.Parent Review7y ago 
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Agent Phone: (970) 314-0324
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12590 Derby Mesa Loop, Burns, CO 80426 is a 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,039 sqft single-family home built in 1938. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GJARA on Dec 8, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 20255565.