Luxury valley retreat

by Hunter Harrell

Ready to embrace luxury living with rustic flair?

This stunning two-story, single-family home built in 2020 promises owners contemporary comfort and modern amenities with plenty of privacy.

Settled on nearly 40 acres, the residence is a rural retreat with agricultural status.

Enjoying Animas Valley

The multipurpose property at 5529 County Road 250 is just five minutes from both Dalton Ranch Golf Club and Durango Hot Springs Resort and Spa, as well as essential stops, such as a local grocer and hardware store. In addition to these nearby amenities, the rural residence is also less than 10 miles from downtown Durango.

Though bordered by a conservation easement to the north, the acreage includes 1,000 feet of riverfront property along the Animas River, one of the last free-flowing rivers in the country. The river is stocked with brown and rainbow trout, and lucky anglers can catch brook and cutthroat trout, steelhead and largemouth bass.

Living just outside city limits also allows easy access to outdoor recreation such as biking, hiking and horseback riding in the nearby San Juan National Forest. There are several popular trails within close proximity to the property, including Haflin Creek, First Fork and Missionary Ridge. Purgatory Resort, which is located 20 miles north of the property, offers a plethora of seasonal activities as well.

An Appealing Exterior

Next to the property entrance stands a Quonset with concrete floor and electricity. After a brief stint on a private gravel road, a paved driveway welcomes guests. The home’s earthy exterior is crafted with stucco, stone and cedar.

An eight-car garage with epoxy floors and eastfacing windows protects vehicles from Colorado’s winter weather, and accommodates storage for large recreational vehicles with a rear 12-foot RV door. There is also a 60-foot by 40-foot barn with 12-foot door, and a 60-foot by 12-foot lean-to with three sliding doors, electricity and water, perfect for various uses.

The area includes spectacular views of the lush valley pasture, punctuated by spruce and maple trees. The home’s meticulous landscaping includes vibrant flora, fruit trees and a garden fit to grow produce and keep pests at bay.

A Kitchen For Entertaining

Seamlessly extend entertaining from the kitchen to the backyard using the triple-pane folding glass door. The north-facing patio includes a cozy fireplace to bask in the incredible valley views year-round.

The kitchen includes ample counter space to prepare meals and custom cabinetry with LED lighting for storage. The quartzite island and breakfast bar provides extra seating for casual family meals.

Appliances include a Viking fridge-freezer, dishwasher, French door double convection oven and La Cornue French range.

Property Details

address: 5529 County Road 250, Durango built: 2002 bedrooms: 4 bathrooms: 4.5 square footage: 5,619 feet asking price: $9,495,000 million schools: Animas Valley Elementary, Miller

Middle, Durango High

Adjacent to the kitchen, the chef’s pantry, also known as a scullery, is ideal for entertaining guests. It includes additional shelves, pullout baskets, a microwave, sink and granite countertops.

Gathering In Comfort

A grand front entryway leads into the spacious living room with 30-foot vaulted ceilings and large windows. The high-quality quartzite stone floor throughout the home is durable and resistant to fading and stains. A spacious mudroom is connected to the garage entry, and it includes a walk-in shower and patio access.

The main level has rustic interior design elements, such as an antler chandelier, stacked stone wood fireplace and tongue-and-groove ceilings, complementing the earthy exterior design. The main floor powder room houses a raised copper sink situated on top of an ore car vanity with unique lantern lights.

A Suite Escape

The main suite allows homeowners to admire the breathtaking views of Hermosa Cliffs and Animas Valley through three large windows framed under vaulted wood ceilings and a contemporary stone gas fireplace. There are two walk-in closets with built-in shelves that allow ample storage for couples.

The adjoined master bath includes marble countertops, his-and-her vanities with porcelain sinks and quality lighting. A spacious, twoperson soaking tub, the marble backsplash and rustic walnut cabinetry is illuminated by sconce lighting. The expansive walk-in shower includes durable fixtures and intricate tile work, while motorized shades provide simple privacy control.

Restful Rooms

Suspended by a stainless-steel cable railing, a floating walnut staircase leads to three luxurious bedrooms and two bath spaces. The bedrooms feature plush flooring and enjoy direct access to the deck and an outdoor gas fireplace.

One bathroom features walnut cabinetry, porcelain sinks, a combined bathtub and shower, and leather granite countertops. The other bath offers onyx sinks, and a walk-in tiled shower.

Additional Living

The residence includes an attached apartment or accessory dwelling unit with the same rustic design. It houses a single bedroom, bathroom and full kitchen with a private view deck and entrance.

MORE AMENITIES n Cat6 Ethernet n Security System n Sound System n Control4 Automation System n LED Lighting n Radiant In-Floor Heating n Central AC n Kolbe Energy Efficient Windows n T&G Ceilings n Barn Facilities n Pond and Well System n Pre-wiring for Solar