18020 Benson Road Cottonwood, CA 96022

$599,000 Active
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,100 Sq.Ft.
  • 55.33 Acres
  • 55 Acres + 2 Homes, Barn & More 55 Acres + 2 Homes, Barn & More
  • 55 Acres + 2 Homes, Barn & More

About the Property

Welcome to a true Northern California retreat where adventure, wildlife, and wide-open space meet comfort and breathtaking views. This incredible property features 55 acres of rolling terrain with established trails, perfect for exploring on horseback, ATV, or simply enjoying peaceful walks through nature. Seasonal creeks, natural springs, and ponds create a beautiful landscape that attracts abundant wildlife year-round. For hunters and wildlife enthusiasts, the back acreage has produced antler sheds and frequent sightings of turkeys, wild pigs, and large bucks passing through the property. The seasonal pond creates a small oasis where ducks and turtles regularly gather, making it a peaceful place to watch nature unfold. Equestrians and livestock owners will appreciate the 2 large fenced pastures and a well-equipped 4-stall barn, complete with feed room, tack room, power, and water. Each 12x12 stall includes its own run, providing excellent space and comfort for horses or livestock. The property also features a large chicken coop along with additional small critter pens and shelters, making it ideal for those looking to raise chickens, goats, or other small animals. Additionally, it is set up for everything with a private shooting range, two storage outbuildings, and a large shop featuring power, water, a swamp cooler, and 220V —perfect for projects, equipment storage, or hobbies. Thoughtful infrastructure adds peace of mind, including fire hose hookups throughout the front of the property, a deep well, and a large gravity-fed water storage tank for additional water security. Perched at the top of the hill, the property offers unmatched panoramic views of Mt. Lassen and Mt. Shasta, along with unforgettable sunsets that light up the valley each evening. The home sits beside 1,000 acres of neighboring farmland, giving you the quiet and privacy of country living while still being close to town—with Walmart grocery delivery and local food spots that deliver right to your door. The property includes 2 home • Main Home: A charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with a metal roof, open floor plan, and large windows designed to capture the sweeping views. • 2nd Home: A 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest home with a spacious sunroom, perfect for extended family, guests, or rental potential. Enjoy peaceful evenings on the shaded deck that stays cool all summer, where you can watch your livestock grazing in the pastures or the sun setting behind the mountains.SQFT & RM# COMB on MLS

Property Information

Size 2,100 SqFt
Price/SqFt $285
Lot Size 55.33 Acres
Year Built 1979
Property Type Single Family Residence
Listing Number SN26048873
Listed 3/5/2026
Modified 3/5/2026
Listing Agent Clint Johns
Listing Office Johns Group - eXp of Northern CA
Bedrooms 3
Total Baths 3
Full Baths 3
Pool No
Spa No
HOA Dues None

Property Features

Common Walls
  • No Common Walls
Cooling
  • Evaporative Cooling
Eating Area
  • Family Kitchen
Flooring
  • Laminate
Garage Spaces
  • 2.00
Levels
  • One
Pool
  • None
Road Frontage
  • County Road
Road Surface
  • Paved
Roofing
  • Metal
Spa
  • None
Style
  • Craftsman
Windows
  • Double Pane Windows
Exterior
  • Rain Gutters
  • Stable
Fireplace
  • Wood Burning
  • Living Room
Sewer
  • Shared Septic
  • Conventional Septic
Water Source
  • Well
  • Private
Waterfront
  • Pond
  • Creek
Community
  • Horse Trails
  • Stable(s)
  • Hunting
Electric
  • 220 Volts in Garage
  • Electricity - On Property
  • 220 Volts in Laundry
Heating
  • Propane
  • Central
  • Wood Stove
Laundry
  • Individual Room
  • Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Washer Hookup
Utilities
  • Propane
  • Electricity Connected
  • Water Connected
Fencing
  • Barbed Wire
  • Wire
  • Cross Fenced
  • Livestock
Patio and Porch
  • Front Porch
  • Wood
  • Slab
  • Deck
Foundation
  • Permanent
  • Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Concrete Perimeter
  • Raised
  • Slab
Interior
  • Unfurnished
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Open Floorplan
  • Storage
  • Wired for Sound
  • Formica Counters
Other Structures
  • Guest House
  • Storage
  • Barn(s)
  • Two On A Lot
  • Shed(s)
  • Outbuilding
Views
  • Pasture
  • Mountain(s)
  • Trees/Woods
  • Meadow
  • Hills
  • Panoramic
Parking
  • Garage
  • Gravel
  • Driveway Up Slope From Street
  • Off Street
  • Garage - Single Door
  • Driveway
  • Shared Driveway
  • Side by Side
  • Unpaved
  • RV Potential
Lot Features
  • Sprinklers On Side
  • Ranch
  • Sprinklers Timer
  • Yard
  • Sloped Down
  • Secluded
  • Treed Lot
  • Horse Property
  • Lawn
  • Sprinklers In Rear
  • Sprinkler System
  • Over 40 Units/Acre
  • Irregular Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Horse Property Improved
  • Garden
  • Pasture
  • Up Slope from Street