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🎬 William Randolph Hearst’s Former A-Frame + $63k Creek-Front Cabins

Explore California history, a 30-acre Colorado creek retreat, and a rare guest house setup in Rye.

🪓 Today’s Pointy Picks: 5 A-Frames You’ll Want to Move Into

Every day, new A-frames hit the market across the U.S. — but these five? They’ve got the angles, the vibes, and the views.
From a cash-only fishing hut to a guard-gated Lake Sherwood estate, these are your daily dose of triangle-shaped temptation.

🏔️ Remodeled Rye A-Frame with Guest Apartment – $329,000

3 Beds • 3 Baths • 1,689 sq ft • 0.5 Acres

✨ A fully remodeled A-frame retreat surrounded by aspens, featuring a rare detached garage with a complete living suite—perfectly located just minutes from Lake Isabel.

  • 🏠 Bonus Living Suite: Includes a detached three-car garage with a fully livable 825 sq ft apartment above. The suite features 2 bedrooms (one currently used as an office), an open-concept kitchen/living area, and a bathroom with a clawfoot tub.

  • 🛠️ Modern Interior Remodel: The main home boasts a fresh aesthetic with butcher block counters, a farmhouse sink, black stainless steel appliances, and contemporary lighting throughout.

  • 🛁 Spa-Like Main Bath: The standout main-level bathroom features a luxurious clawfoot tub and a custom-tiled shower, blending mountain charm with modern luxury.

  • 🌲 Outdoor Relaxation: Set on a half-acre lot that allows horses, the property includes two separate decks, one of which is equipped with a hot tub for soaking under the stars.

  • 🛌 Functional Layout: The main A-frame includes a cozy upper-level bedroom with a convenient laundry area and half-bath, while the primary living and dining areas feature soaring vaulted ceilings.

  • 🚗 Ample Storage & Parking: The detached garage provides three stalls and a gravel drive, offering plenty of room for mountain gear, vehicles, or hobbyist space.

🌊 Big Long Lake Waterfront A-Frame – $379,900

3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,932 sq ft • 5,662 sq ft lot

✨ A spectacular A-frame style home situated directly on the east side of Big Long Lake, offering panoramic water views and a prime location for lakefront living.

  • 🌅 Direct Lake Access: Boasts 37 feet of lake frontage on Big Long Lake with an awesome view across the water, perfect for summer recreation or peaceful winter nesting.

  • 🏠 Classic A-Frame Charm: Features a cozy interior with natural woodwork, vaulted ceilings, and extensive glass windows designed to maximize the waterfront scenery.

  • 🛋️ Comfortable Amenities: Anchored by a gas-log burning fireplace in the living room and a convenient first-floor master suite for main-level accessibility.

  • 🌿 Outdoor Entertainment: A large lakeside deck includes a covered and screened gazebo area, providing a shaded retreat for dining and celebrations.

  • 🚗 Detached Garage: Includes a detached 2-car garage and an additional storage shed, offering plenty of space for lake toys and vehicles.

  • 🎓 High-Rated Schools: Located within the district of Prairie Heights Sr High School, which boasts a high GreatSchools rating of 9/10.

🏔️ Crystal Creek Mountain Retreat – $599,000

3 Beds • 2 Baths • 2,400 sq ft • 8.6 Acres

✨ A premier recreation retreat where Crystal Creek meanders through a private meadow, offering unmatched access to the Black Canyon and Gunnison National Forest.

  • 🎣 Waterfront & Recreation: 8.6 acres featuring Crystal Creek running through the property; ideal for ice skating, fishing, and summer nights by the outdoor fire pit.

  • 🛌 High-Capacity Living: Thoughtfully designed to sleep 10+ people, featuring a main-floor master, a spacious loft with private bedrooms, and a finished basement with bunk rooms.

  • 🪵 Rustic Elegance: The living room is anchored by a custom rock wood-burning fireplace and a remodeled bathroom featuring a gorgeous clawfoot soaker tub.

  • 🛠️ Modern Winter Upgrades: Fully prepared for the Colorado winter with new doors, windows, opening skylights, flooring, carpet, and oven, plus a 2023 HVAC update.

  • 🐎 Farm & Livestock Ready: The property includes an original barn, shed, and a charming chicken coop, all within a completely fenced lot with a metal gated entrance.

  • ⛰️ Spectacular Views: A brand-new back deck with built-in seating offers "awesome" views of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison and the sprawling meadow below.

  • 🚫 Total Freedom: Located in an area with NO covenants or deed restrictions of any kind, allowing for true mountain autonomy.

🌅 Historic Lake Sherwood A-Frame – $2,095,000

3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,299 sq ft • 10,018 sq ft lot

✨ A rare piece of California history, this rustic A-frame was once owned by William Randolph Hearst and served as a filming location in the 1920s—the very site where the name "Lake Sherwood" originated.

  • 🛶 Direct Lake Access: This premier waterfront property includes direct access to a private dock on the sparkling waters of Lake Sherwood.

  • 🎥 Hollywood Legacy: Historically significant as an early filming location; the home features timeless soaring beamed knotty pine ceilings and lake views from nearly every room.

  • 🌳 Park-Like Setting: Situated on a tree-studded lot with mature sycamores, oaks, and white pines, the property borders Maid Marian Park for ultimate privacy.

  • 📐 Unique Street-to-Street Lot: The lot extends from Lower Lake Rd to Upper Lake Rd, featuring a curved driveway, open grassy areas, and a scenic viewing platform overlooking the water.

  • 🌅 Indoor-Outdoor Harmony: All three bedrooms feature original wardrobe built-ins and private patios or balconies perfectly positioned to capture views of the lake and surrounding foothills.

  • 🛡️ Secure Community: Located within a 24-hour guard-gated community that offers a community boat ramp and a golf course currently in development.

🎣🏕️ $63,000 — a cash-only, ultra-budget price for a creekfront A-frame on rented land in a year-round campground community.
 Stocked trout stream in your backyard + a metal roof and Amish-built cabinets = a quirky, affordable fishing cabin with a tiny monthly payment.

⭐ Standouts
• 🐟 Direct frontage on Conococheague Creek
• 🏕️ Located in the Lincoln Dell Campground, a year-round community
• ⚠️ Major caveats: property is on rented land and therefore CASH ONLY
• 🛋️ Comes fully furnished (but seller will remove if not wanted)
🍳 Amish craftsmanship with built-in kitchen cabinets

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