Bayfield, Colorado

Overview:

Crowned as the "The Heart of Pine River Valley" this quaint town lies in the Southwestern region of Colorado, on Highway 160 between Durango and Pagosa Springs. Bayfield received its name when two families, the Bay family and the Schiller family, each donated land to create a supply town. When the coin toss was won by Mr. William Bay, the town was fittingly named Bayfield. It is said that if Mr. Schiller had won the toss, the town would have been named "Schillerville".

Attractions:

Residents of Bayfield soak in an average of 300 days of sunshine, which means it is the perfect climate to get out and enjoy all the wonderful outdoor activities this area offers. Whether its hiking and camping, fishing and hunting, biking and picnicking, the summer activities are endless. In the winter, residents enjoy a short hour drive to Wolf Creek to ski in some of the best powder this state has to offer, as well as some local winter activities such as snowshoeing and cross country skiing.

Real Estate:

A variety of single family homes are available in Bayfield. From small cabin style homes to more traditional modern homes, to ranches with farmhouse style homes, this area has a little bit of everything. Build your dream home by purchasing one of the many vacant lots that are available. Condos and townhomes are a rare commodity but you will find a few mobile and manufactured homes.