Situated in the highly sought after Animas Valley, and within walking distance to one of Durango's top elementary schools, this Blue Sky Ranch home has been well cared for and is ready for new owners. Located at the back of one of the most desirable subdivisions in the Animas Valley, this location provides maximum peace and tranquility while still enjoying the conveniences of living in a top notch community. This well-built home features multiple living areas as well as a large primary suite with an updated primary bath. The kitchen is very functional, and offers bar seating in the kitchen as well as a separate dining room for formal gatherings. The kitchen is open to one of the living areas, which has a freestanding gas fireplace which helps create a comfortable ambiance and takes the chill out of cool mornings and evenings. The main living area has high ceilings and large, south-facing windows, which are perfect at taking in the warm sunlight during the winter months. The driveway is also south-facing which means less snow removal than many of your neighbors. The backyard is very private, with both a patio off of the main level and a deck off of the upper level primary suite. The backyard is a great place for kids, pets, and gardens, and backs to open space which gives you added privacy. Surrounded by the dramatic red cliffs and with a world class hot springs, championship golf, a gourmet market and liquor store, multiple dining options, Animas River and National Forest access all just a few minutes away, and historic Downtown Durango and Purgatory Ski Resort just 15 minutes away, this setting and location are nearly unbeatable!