Set on nearly 10 acres with sweeping views of La Plata Mountain and adjoining 206 acres of protected open space, this exceptional custom residence offers a rare blend of privacy, scale, and refined Colorado living. The custom-built 3,244-square-foot home offers 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, an office, a loft, a bonus room, and a sunroom, all thoughtfully designed to capture natural light and the surrounding landscape. The property showcases expansive views of both the La Plata Mountains and Ridges Basin Range, with convenient access to Lake Nighthorse. Bordering protected open space, it provides exceptional privacy along with direct access to hiking and snowshoeing trails just steps from the home. The main living area is warm and inviting, highlighted by cathedral ceilings, large windows framing the mountain views, and a high-efficiency wood-burning fireplace with granite hearth and mantel. French doors open to the flagstone patio, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The kitchen is well-equipped for both everyday living and hosting, featuring a Viking gas cooktop on the center island with a bar sink and disposal, double Dacor self-cleaning ovens, a warming drawer, a wine cooler, and KitchenAid appliances, including a dishwasher, refrigerator, and trash compactor. Solid wood cabinetry with slide-out shelving, a large pantry with folding doors, under and above-cabinet lighting, and an APEC water filtration system complete the space. Behind the kitchen, a thoughtfully designed laundry room offers abundant cabinetry for additional pantry storage, an Asko front-loading washer and dryer, a built-in pull-down ironing board, and a tiled dog shower. The hallway continues into the mudroom and attached two-car garage, which provides ample space for shelving and includes an additional utility sink for convenience. Just beyond, the heated sunroom with a Marquis hot tub creates a bright and inviting retreat surrounded by windows and natural light, with Aspen paneling, dimmable lighting, and a ceiling fan. It's the perfect place to unwind year-round or enjoy a quiet morning coffee. The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with French doors to the patio, a walk-in closet plus an additional closet, and a spacious bathroom featuring a jetted tub, steam shower, and in-floor heating. A powder room is also conveniently located on the main level for guests. Upstairs, the loft provides a comfortable sitting area with picture windows capturing the La Plata views, along with a library featuring custom built-in shelving. Two additional bedrooms are generously sized and share a Jack-and-Jill full bathroom with access to a covered deck. The bonus room, complete with a full bathroom and its own deck, offers flexible space for guests, recreation, or additional living. A dedicated office with a built-in wraparound desk provides a functional and comfortable workspace, ideal for working from home or managing day-to-day tasks. Additional features include Australian Cypress hardwood flooring, internet control thermostat for heating and cooling, dimmable lighting, high-grade carpeting, Kohler fixtures throughout, Hunter variable-speed ceiling fans, dimmable lighting, and a whole-home sound system with ceiling speakers inside and out. The home also includes a large shelved storage closet in the entry, a security system with Ring cameras and SimpliSafe sensors, and a vehicle alert chime. The outdoor spaces are equally inviting, highlighted by a custom pergola with a retractable shade designed for western exposure over the flagstone patio, complemented by low-voltage lighting in both the front and back. This property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, sweeping views, and direct access to open space while still being within easy reach of Durango.
