What a stunningly beautiful place! Elton and Elsie Beckwith built this sprawling Victorian home in the 1870s. At one time the ranch was one of the largest cattle operations in the state encompassing 6,000 fenced acres and 3,000 head of cattle. And to think it all began with two Beckwith brothers moving to Colorado and building a log cabin. Today's "Mansion in the Mountains" is located northwest of Westcliffe on Highway 69. The home, recently restored, now hosts community events and is available for weddings. For a history of the ranch,
click here. From their
Facebook page:
"Set against the dramatic Sangre de Cristo mountain range, the Historic Beckwith Ranch stands as a picturesque reminder of the state's ranching history. With it's signature red roofs and white clapboard siding, the ranch has inspired artists, tourists, brides & grooms and history buffs alike!"
What a stunningly beautiful place! Elton and Elsie Beckwith built this sprawling Victorian home in the 1870s. At one time the ranch was one of the largest cattle operations in the state encompassing 6,000 fenced acres and 3,000 head of cattle. And to think it all began with two Beckwith brothers moving to Colorado and building a log cabin. Today's "Mansion in the Mountains" is located northwest of Westcliffe on Highway 69. The home, recently restored, now hosts community events and is available for weddings. For a history of the ranch, click here. From their Facebook page:
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