440 Acres in Florissant, CO - $7,995,000

BIG T RANCH: TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO

Nestled in the shadow of Pikes Peak—under one hour from Colorado Springs—lies the spectacular Big?T Ranch. Just 6?miles from the historic mining town of Cripple Creek, this scenic ranch spans 440?acres and features a luxury home and custom barn on breathtaking terrain. The home was thoughtfully positioned to preserve the natural environment. Perched on a knoll overlooking towering meadows, it offers spectacular views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Collegiate Peaks, Continental Divide, Pikes?Peak, and Mount?Pisgah. Situated at the end of a private ranch road, the estate ensures maximum privacy and is surrounded by natural, undeveloped ridges. The ranch borders BLM land for over half a mile and grants access to Barnard Creek—a famed wild trout stream. It's an exceptional retreat for entertaining and soaking in 360° mountain panoramas.

At the heart of the property is a 3,850?ft², 4-bed/4.5-bath luxury mountain home designed by renowned local architect David Langley. Enter through vaulted 23-ft wood ceilings, exposed laminated beams, and floor-to-ceiling windows with custom electric blinds, framing panoramic views of the snowcapped Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Continental Divide. The great room, centered on a Telluride stone gas fireplace, flows out via massive glass doors to a 20'×46' flagstone-covered patio with tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, exposed wood beams with metal accents, and western-style light fixtures. Outside, multiple seating areas and a stone walkway lead to a custom brick fire pit with built-in benches.

Inside, the dining area features wagon-wheel chandeliers and opens to a chef’s dream kitchen. Highlights include over 26′ of quartz countertops, a polished stone backsplash, custom wood cabinetry, a dine-in island with stone accents, high-end Z-Line stainless-steel appliances, a large butler’s pantry, and a built-in coffee bar.

The master suite exudes elegance with a Heat?&?Glow gas fireplace framed in ceiling-high Telluride stone, a live-edge wood mantel with metal accents, and an adjoining 5-piece bath featuring a barrier-free walk-in shower with pebble flooring, soaking tub, and expansive dressing room with built-ins and central folding island. French sliders open to a private patio oasis with a large hot tub and sauna—perfect for starry evenings.

On the opposite wing, two guest bedrooms each have en-suite baths. A bunkroom—fitted with three built-in bunk beds—has its own full bath. Additional features include a laundry room, half-bath powder room, and a heated, oversized two-car attached garage with steel shelving. A utility room houses a 5-zone radiant-heat boiler, pressure tank, water filtration system, and a Cummins 20?kW whole-house backup generator.

Big?T Ranch features a 40'×80' custom barn with a metal roof, six garage doors (including 14'-high RV entry), and full hookups for RVs and motorhomes. Stunning mountain views and immediate access to BLM land lie just outside. The barn interior includes 16-ft barn-board ceilings, concrete flooring, living quarters with full kitchen, living area with TV, bunk beds, and a ¾ bath. Heated by propane, equipped with 220?V power and a backup generator, and flanked by exterior awnings on concrete aprons, the barn site is cleared over 100 ft to accommodate heavy equipment and includes its own well and septic for future expansion.

RECREATIONAL LAND DESCRIPTION

Big?T Ranch is among the most private and inspiring properties remaining along Colorado’s Front Range. Spanning 440 acres, the ranch offers superb big-game hunting within 50 miles of Colorado Springs. Daily sightings of elk and deer are common, especially in fall, while bighorn sheep, turkey, grouse, fox, and occasional black bears also roam.

About 70% of the land is forested in mature Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir, with the rest in lush meadows encircled by aspen groves. Three spring-fed stock ponds support wildlife and livestock. Elevations range from 8,900' in timbered hollows to 9,440' on high bluffs. The home sits at 9,400', the highest bluff on the ranch. A refined trail system offers access to over 80% of the property for hiking, horseback riding, and ATVs.

With four decreed springs, three ponds, extensive fire mitigation, and bordering over 3,800 ft of BLM land and conserved ranchland, Big?T ensures long-term privacy and healthy forest ecology. Scenic overlooks include Pikes?Peak, Mount?Pisgah, Sangre?de?Cristo Mountains, Collegiate Peaks, and the Continental Divide. Over 8 miles of interior trails offer world-class outdoor exploration.

LOCATION – 1 HOUR TO COLORADO SPRINGS

Located in southwest Teller County, Big?T Ranch is one hour from Colorado Springs, 30 minutes from Woodland Park, and just under 6 miles from Cripple Creek. Pike National Forest’s 1.1 million acres are nearby. The region enjoys approx. 250 sunny days per year and midsummer highs around 72?°F.

Cripple Creek hosts events like Donkey Derby Days, ice carving festivals, and a veterans motorcycle rally. Rooted in gold-mining heritage, the town features casinos, saloons, rodeos, theater, and outdoor fun. Woodland Park (pop. ~8,000) offers restaurants, shops, cultural venues, and a modern hospital. Colorado Springs (pop. ~450,000) provides major attractions and a commercial airport serviced by six airlines.

RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Fishing: Nearby Spinney Reservoir, Eleven Mile Reservoir, Eleven Mile Canyon, Catamount Reservoirs (North & South), Manitou Lake, Rampart Reservoir, and Skaguay Reservoir offer trophy trout, salmon, and pike angling.

Trail Sports: Outstanding trails for horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, bird watching, and nature photography are abundant in Teller County.