Description

Perched atop a hill, this property offers a serene and private setting surrounded by the majestic Colorado landscape. Spanning 42.5 acres, it features 6250+/- sf of living space, a vast 20-acre fenced meadow area, a 22.5-acre woodland with horse corrals and abundant wildlife, and is directly adjacent to 300+/- acres of BLM land. Whether you're seeking a vacation retreat or a family home, this luxury mountain estate effortlessly adapts to your lifestyle. Access the property via a private gated entry onto a well-maintained drive that stretches a quarter-mile, leading up to the main house. Enter through a covered wrap-around deck and be greeted by natural stone flooring and soaring vaulted ceilings in the great room. Full-height windows on one side, and an expansive folding French door system on the other, provide breathtaking views of the forest and meadows from the living, dining, and kitchen areas. A large double-sided see-through stone fireplace standing between the living and the kitchen areas, enhances the spaciousness and adds a cozy, warm atmosphere. The kitchen is well-appointed, featuring two ovens, a Viking gas range, ample granite counter space, and plenty of cabinetry, perfectly equipped for family gatherings or convenient meal preparation. The 500+/- sq ft master suite, located off the main living area, includes a sitting room, a spacious walk-in closet, a large marble and natural wood full bathroom, and a private wraparound porch with sitting area and a jacuzzi. Also on the main level is a large entertainment or office room with built-in closet and adjacent bathroom. From the main living area, ascend the open staircase to the top floor, where youll find a lofted sunroom, a walk-around reading area and library. Four additional bedrooms, and two more full bathrooms complete the upper level. The third-floor deck offers superb views of the surrounding forest and Vosberg Pike. Off of the lower-level hallway, enter the billiards/work out room with attached half-bath and access to the lower deck and garden enclosed by six-foot architectural steel fencing. The lower level of the home also features an oversized garage with a floor drain, ample space for vehicles and recreational equipment and a 600+/- sq ft storage/shop area. The property features a security system, smart lights and devices, and high-speed internet connection. There is an underground electric pet fence encompassing an area of 1.5 acres around the main house. In addition to the main house, the property includes a standalone guesthouse and a standalone retreat/studio with attached barn and hay loft. The 800+/- sq ft guesthouse offers a vast open living space with a sleeping area, full kitchen and bathroom. The wood burning stove adds charm and coziness, and the west facing deck offers expansive valley and mountain sunset views. The retreat/studio features 550+/- sq ft on the ground level with two rooms, a loft and one bathroom. The adjacent barns open-beam construction provides ample covered storage for hay and ranch equipment, with two additional tack and stable rooms. This luxury equestrian estate is conveniently located twenty-five minutes away from Durangos Main Street via beautiful Florida Road, with easy access to the airport, Vallecito reservoir, Purgatory Ski resort, the Weminuche Wilderness, and the La Plata mountains. The neighborhood is comprised of similar properties on large acreages, ensuring scenic views, space and privacy. Wildlife is abundant year-round. This property has been utilized for horses and has wonderful horse-riding trails and hiking on the BLM lands to the south and adjoining the property. A large portion of the estate is fenced and cross-fenced allowing rotation of grazing horses. This 42.5 acre property consists of two separate legal parcels which would allow the buyer to sell off the undeveloped 22.5 acre parcel, build an additional family unit, or simply continue to enjoy the buffer of the combined large tract

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Listed by: Travis Headrick