




9795 US Highway 50, Cotopaxi, CO, 81233
About This Home
River Place Retreat is a rare, fully furnished riverfront property set along the Arkansas River in Howard, just downriver from Salida. With over 250 feet of private frontage, it offers direct access to Gold Medal fly fishing and renowned rafting, creating an exceptional setting that is increasingly hard to find. Designed for flexibility, the property includes five villas accommodating up to 32 guests, making it well-suited for a variety of uses—whether as a private family compound, a legacy retreat, or an income-producing property with strong short-term rental potential. An owner can comfortably live onsite while maintaining privacy and utilizing the remaining units as desired. The setting is the true highlight—peaceful, scenic, and grounded in nature, with the sound of the river, expansive mountain views, and easy access to nearby Salida. Each unit is fully furnished with kitchens, linens, and essentials, allowing for immediate enjoyment or a seamless transition for future use. A central Gathering Room with bar seating, bathroom, and streaming TV creates a natural space for groups, retreats, or shared experiences. Additional features include a shared laundry room, owner’s lock-off storage, a children’s playhouse with electricity, and a large heated metal barn/workshop offering ample space for equipment, storage, or future possibilities. River Place Retreat is a unique opportunity to own a meaningful stretch of Colorado riverfront—ideal for those seeking a property that blends lifestyle, flexibility, and long-term legacy.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1974
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition,Metal
- Construction materials: Brick,Frame,Stone,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Bar Fridge,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Dryer,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven,Tankless Water Heater,Trash Compactor,Washer
- Laundry features: In Unit
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 6
- Main level bedrooms: 7
Bonus Room
- Level: Main
Bonus Room
- Level: Lower
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Dining Room
- Level: Lower
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Family Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Primary Suite,T&G Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Window features: Double Pane Windows,Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Living Room,Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 5,288
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric,Propane,Wall Furnace,Wood Stove
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,288
- Total interior livable area: 5,288 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living Room
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Lower
Living Room
- Level: Main
Mud Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 78004040
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property.
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony,Barbecue,Dog Run,Fire Pit,Garden,Lighting,Private Yard,Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Spa/Hot Tub
- Fencing: Full,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Valley,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Pond,River Front,Waterfront
- Residential vegetation: Grassed,Mixed,Partially Wooded
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 3.30 Acres
- Features: Landscaped,Many Trees,Meadow,Sloped,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinklers In Rear
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Circular Driveway,Concrete,Dry Walled,Lighted,Storage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
