Embrace the Rocky Mountain lifestyle in this log home on 5 acres in Monument. Situated between Colorado Springs & Castle Rock, this home offers the perfect blend of country living and modern comfort, featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an array of amenities. As you enter the open-concept main level, you'll be greeted by the warmth of a cozy fireplace, the rustic charm of the log walls, and a modern kitchen with granite countertops, a custom island, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. The main level also includes the living & dining rooms, a private office with stunning mountain views, a mudroom, and a powder room. There's the added convenience of a main-level primary bedroom with an attached bathroom and oversized walk-in closet and private dressing area. The basement includes the family room, 2 more bedrooms, another bathroom, a flex room, laundry, and ample storage. Other amenities include a tankless water heater, metal roof, whole house generator, and composite front deck. The home is a perfect haven from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and the rest of the property gives you exactly what you need to maintain your Colorado Dream. You'll love the 360 degree views of the open plains, interrupted only by the nearness of the Front Range. The small storage shed could be a perfect henhouse. The 2+ car garage gives you plenty of parking and storage, but the oversized 1500+ sq ft barn/workshop/garage is where the excitement is. Brimming with opportunity, it has electricity, water, concrete floors and a loft. It could provide parking for 4+ cars, your RV, tractor or boat. Alternately, the property is zoned for horses and the giant barn is a great place to start. This home and location offer limitless opportunities for outdoor adventure, from hiking and mountain biking to snowshoeing and horseback riding. It's also private enough that you'll feel a world away from it all, making it the perfect haven for those seeking privacy and serenity amidst nature.