Experience the epitome of mountain living in Emma, Colorado—a rare 5+acre estate at the confluence of East Sopris Creek and the Roaring Fork River. This enchanting sanctuary boasts a charming 2-bedroom log cabin and a detached one-bedroom guest residence with its own kitchen, complete with two car garage, all surrounded by expansive decks overlooking the rushing river. Enjoy a flat lot with a pond, water rights, and easy access to the Roaring Fork for gold-medal fly fishing. Close to Aspen, Basalt, Willits, and Carbondale; this property offers privacy, tranquility, convenience, and an affordable price.
Rare, 5+acre property located in Emma, Colorado at the confluence of East Sopris Creek and the Roaring Fork River. The ultimate Colorado host ready to welcome adventurous friends. In addition to a charming 2-bedroom, log cabin, there is a newly built, detached guest suite and two-car garage. Both are surrounded by expansive decks to take in the sounds of the creek rushing by. Surrounded by mature landscaping the property is set on a large, flat meadow with a pond that can be stocked with native fish. Includes water rights from the Homestead Supply Ditch and access to the Roaring Fork River (ideal for fishing enthusiasts). All of this with the convenience of a outstanding location close to shopping, dining and nightlife of Aspen, Basalt, Willits and Carbondale.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5.02 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,338
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pitkin County
APN
R031596
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The purpose of the Rural Residential RR zone district is to serve as a transition area between the denser development found in towns, community centers and rural centers and the lower densities found in the County's agricultural and resource areas. This is accomplished by permitting development of single-family dwelling units on lots of 2 acres or more.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure-Other
Library
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: A/C
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Furnished: Furnished
Has Fireplace
# of Total Fireplaces: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
New Construction YN: No
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 5.03
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $9,319
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well - Household
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Aspen: Highway 82, pass Basalt main entrances. After +/- 1.5 miles, turn right after Emma schoolhouse (brick building). Left onto Emma Spur and the property is straight past the red barn at the end of the road.
Subdivision Name: Emma
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,338
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Pitkin County
APN: R031596
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026