Private 40-Acre Estate - Hot Tub Under the Milky Way - 40 Min to Breckenridge

Gilson Ranch is a private 40-acre estate in the Thousand Peaks Ranch community near Fairplay, Colorado — 40 minutes from Breckenridge, minutes from historic Fairplay, and surrounded by open high-altitude meadow with no neighboring properties in view. The home sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, is single-level with a private entrance and no shared walls, and is dog friendly. It sits under some of Colorado's darkest night skies — on clear nights the Milky Way is visible with the naked eye from the front yard, and return guests consistently name stargazing from the hot tub as the highlight of their stay.

THE SPACE
The open-concept main living area is anchored by an indoor wood-burning oven and a fully equipped chef's kitchen, stocked well beyond the basics (including an Instant Pot). The dining area seats all 6 guests, and the living room includes a record player, sound system, and Smart TV. An indoor jet tub adds a second soaking option beyond the outdoor hot tub.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Suite 1: King bed with private bathroom and direct access to the outdoor areas. Suite 2: King bed with its own bathroom. Bedroom 3: Two twin beds plus a dedicated remote-work station with monitor, printer, and fast ethernet — ideal for guests who need to stay productive without leaving the property. Sleeping configuration: King | King | Two Twins. Capacity: 6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths.

OUTDOORS
The private hot tub sits under open sky with 360-degree mountain views — positioned for the late-night stargazing guests write home about. The outdoor kitchen includes a gas BBQ grill, and the fire pit is set in the meadow with views in every direction. Hammock and sun loungers included. Elk, pronghorn, and mule deer move through the surrounding meadows with the seasons, and June and July bring wildflower blooms across the plateau.

THE LOCATION
40 minutes to Breckenridge for skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and dining. Antero, Spinney, and Eleven Mile Reservoirs are within 30 minutes for fishing and paddling. Buena Vista and the Arkansas River canyon are nearby for whitewater rafting. The historic town of Fairplay is minutes away for groceries and restaurants.

AMENITIES
In-unit washer and dryer, fast ethernet internet, dedicated workspace with monitor and printer, indoor wood-burning oven, chef's kitchen, indoor jet tub, outdoor hot tub, gas grill, fire pit, record player, sound system, Smart TV, board games, game console, hammock, sun loungers, and children's gear including a crib and high chair.

GOOD TO KNOW
Dogs are welcome (fee applies). Single-level home with private entrance and no shared walls. This property is professionally managed by Gilson Property Group.