Modern comfort meets tranquil wilderness in this ultimate Colorado mountain retreat. Set on 8.37 private acres of ponderosas, white fir, and juniper, this custom home offers panoramic views that truly stretch for days and which no one can ever build in. From your picture windows, multiple decks, and patios, gaze out over Horse Gulch, Raider Ridge, Florida mesa, and all the way to Angel Peak in New Mexico and the Chuska Mountains in Arizona. It’s the kind of scenery that never gets old and changes beautifully with the seasons. For the wildlife lover, you'll discover species upon species of birds, butterflies, and mammals, including fox, bobcat, deer, and the occasional bear. Inside, you’ll find a spacious and welcoming layout that celebrates natural light and incredible unobstructed views that no one can ever built in. The open-concept living-kitchen-dining is ideal for entertaining with a wet bar in the living room, gas fireplace, a chef's kitchen with 32 feet of counter space and updated appliances, and double sliding glass doors leading onto a large deck with both covered and uncovered space to enjoy all the weather Colorado has to offer. Designed for connection and privacy, this home features private bedrooms to suit different lifestyles. A main-level bedroom suite with separate entrance, private deck, and attached bath is perfect for guests or multi-generational living. The master retreat downstairs includes a steam shower, ample closet space with lockable vault, and a sliding door onto a patio in the fenced back yard with drought resistant DogTuff grass-- ideal for your furry companions. Also downstairs is a den, office space, laundry, and an additional flex room currently used as a gym. Thoughtfully designed with sustainability and comfort in mind, this home features a 52 solar panel array, electric radiant in-floor heat, passive solar gain from southern exposure, and a hot water circulator for energy efficiency. All of this translates to low energy costs without sacrificing warmth or livability — perfect for year-round living and a high-altitude getaway. An attached oversized one-car garage with mechanical room, and a detached, heated two-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, toys, or a workshop. Located only 5 minutes to National Forest access and just 20 minutes to downtown Durango, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, sustainability, and wilderness living. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a mountain escape, or a place to reconnect with nature in total privacy, come see what it's like to live on top of the world!