Where Monte Vista's past meets your future. Built in 1908 and rich with timeless San Luis Valley charm, this beautifully maintained home offers the character buyers dream about with thoughtful updates for modern living. Enjoy mornings & evenings on the wrapped covered front porch. Step inside through the welcoming foyer and discover warm spaces filled with history and possibilities. The updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, while the remodeled main-floor 3/4 bath and main-floor bedroom provide flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, or a home office. Upstairs you'll find four additional bedrooms, including an impressive oversized primary retreat with its own private en suite bath. A new roof installed in 2023 provides peace of mind, while the oversized brick garage offers excellent storage and workspace opportunities. Outside, the spacious backyard is ready for gardening, entertaining, pets, and evenings spent beneath Colorado's incredible star-filled skies. Located in the heart of Monte Vista, you'll enjoy easy access to schools, parks, local restaurants, shops, and year-round recreation. Spend your weekends fishing the Rio Grande, hiking Penitente Canyon, exploring the Rio Grande National Forest, skiing Wolf Creek, or enjoying the world-famous Sandhill Crane Festival. Hunting, camping, ATV trails, and mountain adventures are all within reach. Monte Vista continues to grow while preserving the small-town charm and community spirit that make the San Luis Valley such a special place to call home. Homes with this much history, character, and space rarely come available. Schedule your private showing today and experience the magic of 216 Batterson Street for yourself.