Your Stress Melting Mountain Retreat Awaits! Just far enough into the mountains to feel worlds away, yet with easy access when you need it. This Colorado cabin in Golden Gate Canyon isn’t just a home, it’s a portal to peace. The kind of place where your shoulders drop, your breathing slows, and your worries melt away! This soulful sanctuary comes equipped for year-round living with a newer heating system, upgraded electrical panel, and newer hot water heater. The vaulted-ceiling family room draws you in with its rustic charm, pellet stove warmth, and picture windows showing seasonal changing forested hillsides and Colorado sunsets. The open eat in kitchen provides a great space to gather, perfect for weekend breakfasts after a sunrise hike. Head up to the loft, ideal for a meditation nook, creative space, or guest bedroom. Step outside to find a versatile shed ready for your outdoor gear or remote office dreams. Yes, there’s high-speed internet available… but let’s be honest, you didn’t come here for Zoom calls. Here, nature is your amenity. Gross Reservoir is minutes away and will soon reopen with kayaking, camping, and a mountain beach. Hike the nearby Walker Ranch Loop, 606 Trail, or Forsythe Canyon and let the fresh pine air and mountain views do what they do best: restore your soul. Local Flavor? You’re steps from Wondervu Café, a local gem for burgers, green chile, and margaritas on the deck. Down the hill, The Canyon Tavernserves up BBQ and stiff drinks with a view. When Babooza’s reopens, you’ll have a buffet worth bragging about just minutes away. Whether you’re seeking a full-time escape, a weekend recharge, or a creative sanctuary, this place delivers something rare: peace that lingers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$528Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Eric Fitch• Kentwood Real Estate DTC, LLC
Your Stress Melting Mountain Retreat Awaits! Just far enough into the mountains to feel worlds away, yet with easy access when you need it. This Colorado cabin in Golden Gate Canyon isn't just a home, it's a portal to peace. The kind of place where your shoulders drop, your breathing slows, and your worries melt away! This soulful sanctuary comes equipped for year-round living with a newer heating system, upgraded electrical panel, and newer hot water heater. The vaulted-ceiling family room draws you in with its rustic charm, pellet stove warmth, and picture windows showing seasonal changing forested hillsides and Colorado sunsets. The open eat in kitchen provides a great space to gather, perfect for weekend breakfasts after a sunrise hike. Head up to the loft, ideal for a meditation nook, creative space, or guest bedroom. Step outside to find a versatile shed ready for your outdoor gear or remote office dreams. Yes, there's high-speed internet available... but let's be honest, you didn't come here for Zoom calls. Here, nature is your amenity. Gross Reservoir is minutes away and will soon reopen with kayaking, camping, and a mountain beach. Hike the nearby Walker Ranch Loop, 606 Trail, or Forsythe Canyon and let the fresh pine air and mountain views do what they do best: restore your soul. Local Flavor? You're steps from Wondervu Cafe, a local gem for burgers, green chile, and margaritas on the deck. Down the hill, The Canyon Tavernserves up BBQ and stiff drinks with a view. When Babooza's reopens, you'll have a buffet worth bragging about just minutes away. Whether you're seeking a full-time escape, a weekend recharge, or a creative sanctuary, this place delivers something rare: peace that lingers.
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #5098943
Sep 22, 2023
Sold
$315,000
$502/sq ft
Sep 22, 2023
Sold
$315,000
$502/sq ft
Sep 9, 2023
Pending
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Sep 9, 2023
Pending
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Aug 14, 2023
Price Changed
$339,000
$540/sq ft
Aug 14, 2023
Price Changed
$339,000
$540/sq ft
Aug 7, 2023
Relisted
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Aug 7, 2023
Relisted
—
Jul 31, 2023
Pending
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Jul 31, 2023
Pending
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Jul 19, 2023
Price Changed
$349,000
$556/sq ft
Jul 19, 2023
Price Changed
$349,000
$556/sq ft
Jun 26, 2023
Price Changed
$364,900
$581/sq ft
Jun 26, 2023
Relisted
—
Jun 26, 2023
Relisted
—
Jun 26, 2023
Price Changed
$364,900
$581/sq ft
Jun 25, 2023
Listing Removed
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Jun 14, 2023
Price Changed
$374,900
$597/sq ft
Jun 14, 2023
Price Changed
$374,900
$597/sq ft
Mar 22, 2023
Price Changed
$384,900
$613/sq ft
Mar 22, 2023
Price Changed
$384,900
$613/sq ft
Jan 12, 2023
Relisted
—
Jan 12, 2023
Relisted
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Dec 20, 2022
Pending
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Dec 20, 2022
Pending
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Dec 19, 2022
Listing Removed
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Oct 17, 2022
Price Changed
$399,900
$637/sq ft
Oct 17, 2022
Price Changed
$399,900
$637/sq ft
Oct 13, 2022
Listed
$449,000
$715/sq ft
Oct 13, 2022
Listed
$449,000
$715/sq ft
Oct 10, 2022
Coming Soon
$449,000
$715/sq ft
Oct 10, 2022
Coming Soon
$449,000
$715/sq ft
+20
Colorado Mountain Cottage tucked off the beaten path with super easy access. NEW HEATING SYSTEM FOR YEAR ROUND COMFORT, UPDATED ELECTRICAL BOX AND NEW HOT WATER HEATER HAVE JUST BEEN INSTALLED. This charming home is the perfect spot to live where you play. Family room features a vaulted ceiling, cozy pellet stove and big windows framing aspen, forested hillsides, and sunsets to take your breath away. Kitchen offers plenty of room to accommodate a breakfast table. The loft provides extra room for meditation, an office or guest space. Outdoor shed has ample room for more storage or a small office. High speed fiber optic internet service is available through Mtn Broadband. Stroll over to Wondervu Cafe for breakfast, lunch, dinner and margaritas on the deck. Easy access to everything with a scenic 25 minute drive to Boulder, Golden and Eldora Mtn Ski Resort. Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a quick 20 minute drive. Love where you live and live where you play!
Public Records
Sep 5, 2018
Sold
$100,000
$159/sq ft
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #4300491
Aug 2, 2018
Pending
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Jun 8, 2018
Listed
$200,000
$318/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,500 (+117.3%)
$2,056 + $14,381
$16,437
2024
$690 (+1.9%)
$2,056 + $14,381
$16,437
2023
$677 (−11.2%)
$8,536
2022
$762 (+1.5%)
$1,568 + $10,653
$12,221
2021
$751 (+26.3%)
$1,133 + $7,749
$8,882
2020
$595 (+1.6%)
$1,165 + $7,972
$9,137
2019
$585 (−15.4%)
$2,074 + $5,077
$7,151
2018
$692 (+3.1%)
$2,074 + $5,077
$7,151
2017
$671 (+6.0%)
$2,160 + $6,178
$8,338
2016
$633 (+5.9%)
$2,160 + $6,178
$8,338
2015
$598 (+4.7%)
$1,831 + $5,803
$7,634
2014
$571 (+4.9%)
$3,104 + $3,829
$6,933
2013
$544 (−14.3%)
$3,104 + $3,829
$6,933
2012
$635 (+0.9%)
$3,104 + $3,829
$6,933
2011
$629 (−3.8%)
$2,786 + $5,333
$8,119
2010
$654 (+6.7%)
$2,786 + $5,333
$8,119
2009
$613
$5,090 + $3,460
$8,550
Tax history for 87 Olde Carter Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,500 (+117.3%)
$2,056 + $14,381
$16,437
2024
$690 (+1.9%)
$2,056 + $14,381
$16,437
2023
$677 (−11.2%)
$8,536
2022
$762 (+1.5%)
$1,568 + $10,653
$12,221
2021
$751 (+26.3%)
$1,133 + $7,749
$8,882
2020
$595 (+1.6%)
$1,165 + $7,972
$9,137
2019
$585 (−15.4%)
$2,074 + $5,077
$7,151
2018
$692 (+3.1%)
$2,074 + $5,077
$7,151
2017
$671 (+6.0%)
$2,160 + $6,178
$8,338
2016
$633 (+5.9%)
$2,160 + $6,178
$8,338
2015
$598 (+4.7%)
$1,831 + $5,803
$7,634
2014
$571 (+4.9%)
$3,104 + $3,829
$6,933
2013
$544 (−14.3%)
$3,104 + $3,829
$6,933
2012
$635 (+0.9%)
$3,104 + $3,829
$6,933
2011
$629 (−3.8%)
$2,786 + $5,333
$8,119
2010
$654 (+6.7%)
$2,786 + $5,333
$8,119
2009
$613
$5,090 + $3,460
$8,550
*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
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
528
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Boulder County
APN
R0026028
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 2026.
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Forestry District
Rural areas established for the purpose of efficiently using land to conserve forest resources, protect the natural environment, and preserve open areas.