The Telluride region is very unique in that there are no other major destination ski resorts where single-family 35-acre land parcels can still be purchased within 5 minutes of skiing and other resort amenities. There will be very little future real estate development available in Telluride due to San Miguel County land-use restrictions and the abundance of National Forest lands. These large luxury homesites and spacious ranches are going quickly.From the edge of the river down-valley in the red rock canyon... to beautiful mesas creeping up toward 14,000-foot peaks... to quiet subdivisions... to authentic Colorado ranches... the diversity of homes, lots and acreage offered in the region cannot be found in one county many other places in America. The region offers buyers options that allow them quick and easy access to Telluride and Mountain Village, while expanding their choices beyond the resort area. The region covers the remainder of San Miguel County, the heart of the western San Juan mountains. Because of its large differences in elevation, the San Juan range includes almost every temperate zone found in America. From arid, desert climates to high-mountain tundra usually found only in the arctic. The sun also plays a dramatic part, a south-facing slope can have completely different temperatures and vegetation than a north-facing slope. Here is a list of some of the developments available on the surrounding mesas. Diamond Ranch - Diamond Ranch is just a short 15-minute drive from the Telluride Ski Area, golf course, tennis courts, world-class spa, shopping dining and entertainment. Just a two minute drive from the Telluride Regional Airport and 10 minutes from the town of Telluride. West Meadows - A unique mix of proximity, privacy and picturesque beauty. Strategic placement of sites on natural benches maintains solitude between neighbors and provide a sense of expansiveness far beyond the homesite and unobstructed view corridors. Blessed with an abundance of senior water rights, each homesite can have streams, ponds and irrigated pasture. Design guidelines and covenants focus on the importance of maintaining neighborhood privacy. Restricted building envelopes and height limitations take advantage of existing contours and benching. In addition to the 200 + acre equestrian / recreational open space, a trail easement connects into San Miguel County’s regional trail system accessing many miles of hiking / riding trails and extending to nearby wilderness areas. Of course, cross country skiing, mountain biking and fly fishing are at one’s doorstep. Over 200 acres of pristine pasture have been preserved for private summer equestrian and winter cross country ski recreation uses by owners. Five minutes from skiing, golf, tennis and spa and five miles to the Town of Telluride. The Preserve - The Preserve was part of the property that the Zoline family retained when they sold the Ski Resort to Allred's Benchmark Group. The Zoline's developed this low-density neighborhood into 12 lots averaging approximately 13-acres each. One of the southernmost high-end developments, the Preserve sits on the benches below highway 145 across from Raspberry Patch and offers some of the best views on Turkey Creek Mesa with privacy that is uncompromised.