Price Improvement! MUST SEE to appreciate...the pix don't do it justice. You just must feel the magical vibe of this property! Escape to your own Colorado hideaway. Set on 1.48 beautifully landscaped acres near Carter Lake, this immaculate log-sided home delivers the perfect blend of mountain charm, modern style and true retreat vibes. A complete remodel! See the virtual tour: realvideotour.com/vty2026-3050 Surrounded by towering pines, the outdoor spaces are something special...meandering garden paths, lush gardens, water features, a wishing well, outdoor fireplace and gathering area, hot tub deck, and an incredible dog run. Inside, contemporary mountain chic meets classic log-home character with stone walls, log beams, a claw-foot tub and inviting spaces throughout. There's a wood-burning stove in the living room and a gas fireplace in the family room.The upstairs primary suite offers privacy, an ensuite bath, private deck and a peek at the lake + an 8X8 closet. 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths and a beautiful separate dining room complete the home. And the extras? A 15x13 fitness room/private office with 100amp and pre-wired for a generator, oversized 30x24 garage with a 15x24 loft storage, 36x24 RV/boat garage, tool/firewood shed and a paved driveway with abundant parking. (BOAT INCLUDED with great offer - 1997 Cobalt 220 in excellent condition w/2007 Shorelander trailer and water toys!) Whether it's your year-round home, second home or private escape, this is Colorado living at its best-and one very lucky buyer gets to call it home. Septic line was upgraded with PVC pipe and has just been inspected and passed.Rainbow Lane is privately owned and maintained. The Carter West subdivision has an HOA and pays for the road maintenance. There is NO HOA for 3050 Rainbow Lane. $3,000 credit for carpet. Just 1/4 mile from the north side of Carter Lake and 4 miles from Chimney Hollow Reservoir (opening 2027)....great location!
MLS #:
1067073
Taxes
$4,142(2025)
Lot Size
1.48 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1960
Views
Water
School District
Thompson R2-J
County
Larimer County
Listed By
Lisa Wade, Re/Max Of Boulder, Inc, Contact: 3034497000
Source IRES LLC Last checked Sep 10 2026 at 8:38 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
Full Bathroom: 1
3/4 Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
Kitchen Island
Separate Dining Room
Beamed Ceilings
Open Floorplan
Walk-In Closet(s)
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Dryer
Washer
Gas Range
Subdivision
Carter Lake
Lot Information
Evergreen Trees
Deciduous Trees
Property Features
Fireplace: Insert
Fireplace: Family Room
Heating and Cooling
Forced Air
2 or More Heat Sources
Baseboard
Ceiling Fan(s)
Wall/Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Utility Information
Utilities: Propane, Electricity Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Energy: Windows
School Information
Elementary School: Big Thompson
Middle School: Clark (Walt)
High School: Thompson Valley
Garage
Attached
Parking
Attached
Rv Access/Parking
Stories
One and One Half
Living Area
2,200 sqft
Listing Price History
Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
Sep 09, 2026
Price Changed
$1,295,000
-4%
-$55,000
Aug 23, 2026
Listed
$1,350,000
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Additional Information: Re/Max Of Boulder, Inc | 3034497000
*Based on Fixed Interest Rate withe a 30 year term, principal and interest only
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