A rare opportunity to own 40 acres of serene land, off-the-grid, with on-the-grid potential just 35 minutes from Aspen. This tucked-away parcel sits at the end of Old Snowmass' Monastery Cutoff Road and offers privacy, tranquility, and access to some of the area's most inspiring open space. Surrounded by the protected lands of Windstar and Lazy O Ranch, this property features a gentle alpine meadow with wildflowers, mature aspens as well as scrub oak and sage, fencing, and a peaceful ravine setting with beautiful mountain views. This is a true sanctuary where wildlife thrives and nature speaks-an untouched canvas limited only by your imagination. Pitkin County zoning allows for the development of a single-family home up to 5,750 sq. ft. (subject to new approvals as the 1041 has expired). Electricity, well and septic to be installed by Buyer; served by the Shield-O-Mesa Road Association for year-round access and road maintenance. Whether you're envisioning a quiet retreat, sustainable off-grid living, or a basecamp close to Aspen, this is the only parcel currently for sale in the upper valley under $1M.