Peaceful, gated, mountain setting on 3 acres in the Rafter J subdivision, conveniently located just 10 minutes from Durango. Recently remodeled kitchen, complete with new sink, faucet, counter tops, appliances, wood flooring, wide steel stairway entrance, carpeting, NEW ROOF and exterior doors on both the north and south deck entrances! This versatile home has plenty of room to enjoy the Colorado lifestyle. The home is perched on a hillside with expansive views of the mountains to the south and east, with tremendous passive solar gain that fills the home with light. Enter the fully fenced property through the private electronic gate, which provides security and room for your four-legged friends. Plenty of parking is available with two attached single -car garages (one is oversized) as well as an attached carport. You will notice the wrap-around deck on three sides of the home to enjoy the private outdoor setting. Inside the home you will find a large living space with two-story cathedral ceiling and dramatic wall of windows, roomy kitchen with stainless steel appliances, center island, and maple cabinetry and flooring. Recessed lighting and ceiling fans are found throughout the home. Enjoy casual dining at the kitchen bar or entertaining in the adjacent dining room. Also found on the main level are two bedrooms connected to a full bath (Jack and Jill style) with double vanity, separate office, another full bath, large laundry/mechanical room and very large multi-purpose room that could be a media room, exercise space, more office space, or all of the above. Custom features in this room include an entire wall of built-in shelves and cabinetry, track lighting, and an attached half bath. Upstairs you will find an elegant main bedroom suite, with large walk-in closet, 5 piece bath, and plenty of space to stretch out. Downstairs from the main level is a fully finished walk-out basement with two large multi-purpose rooms, office/hobby/storage room and a full bath. Other features include a large leveled area outside (could be a volleyball court or a play space) and another level area by the roughed-in driveway which could be a perfect location for a separate shop or studio space. This property has so much to offer, schedule your showing today! Note, some photos have virtually staged furnishings.