Foss Ranch is a rare ±160-acre legacy estate nestled in the foothills of Indian Hills, Colorado, just 35 minutes from Denver and minutes from Evergreen, Morrison, and Red Rocks. This remarkable property offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historic charm, and development-ready infrastructure—bordering over 4,000 acres of protected parkland and trail systems.
Formerly a historic mountain retreat, the property includes four legal parcels, nearly half a mile of paved internal roads, buried utilities, and a blend of open meadows, wooded ridgelines, and panoramic views. Two thoughtfully restored cabins—Hilltop House (1,204 SF) and Foss Cabin (813 SF)—provide comfortable, move-in-ready living or caretaker housing. At the heart of the site is the 1940 Foss Chapel, a preserved architectural gem featuring original Heinz clay tiles, stained glass, stone floors, and wood ceilings—ready to serve ...
Formerly a historic mountain retreat, the property includes four legal parcels, nearly half a mile of paved internal roads, buried utilities, and a blend of open meadows, wooded ridgelines, and panoramic views. Two thoughtfully restored cabins—Hilltop House (1,204 SF) and Foss Cabin (813 SF)—provide comfortable, move-in-ready living or caretaker housing. At the heart of the site is the 1940 Foss Chapel, a preserved architectural gem featuring original Heinz clay tiles, stained glass, stone floors, and wood ceilings—ready to serve as a spiritual anchor, gathering space, or future retreat centerpiece.
Zoned A-2 in unincorporated Jefferson County, the property allows for single-family residential and agricultural use by right, with potential for short-term rentals or small-scale events with county approval. Additional features include a 2,100 SF heated utility building with 4 oversized bays, multiple build-ready homesites, a gated entrance, and Landowner Preference eligibility for hunting tags.
Foss Ranch is ideally suited for a conservation-minded investor, family office, or legacy buyer seeking unmatched privacy, flexible use potential, and a generational foothold in Colorado’s Front Range. With infrastructure already in place and no HOA or covenants, the property is a true blank canvas—ready to support private enjoyment, stewardship, or thoughtful expansion.
Highlights:
• ±160-acre private foothills ranch in Indian Hills, CO
• Four legal parcels with multi-residence or compound potential
• Historic estate with exceptional stewardship including extensive fire mitigation, a half mile of paved internal roads offering easy year-round access, and buried utilities preserving open views
• Two fully restored historic residences: Hilltop House (1,204 SF) and Foss Cabin (813 SF)
• Original 1940 Foss Chapel — offering unique preserved character- a potential centerpiece for gatherings, ceremonies, retreats, or quiet reflection
• 2,100 SF insulated/heated utility building with 4 bays, 240v power, and propane heat
• Underground electricity, internet, and multiple build-ready sites with transformers
• Rolling open meadows, sweeping views, and mature tree lines offer multiple potential homesites and vantage points
• Eligible for Colorado Landowner Preference Program hunting tags, GMU 391
• Bordered by 4,000 acres of public lands with direct access to Denver Mountain Parks trail systems, enhancing privacy and recreational access
• Current A-2 zoning allows for single-family homes, limited agricultural uses, and potential for short-term rentals and/or small events (with county approval)
• No HOA or covenants — flexible use and design options
• Private road with gated access and exceptional privacy
• 2 Domestic Water wells, Propane, and underground fiber and electrical
• Ideal for legacy estate creation or for a conservation-minded buyer/family office seeking scale, flexibility, and legacy value in Colorado’s Front Range corridor.
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