SHOOTING STAR RANCH
Colorado, La Plata County, Durango
SHOOTING STAR RANCH Welcome to Shooting Star Ranch, a remarkable custom home with unobstructed mountain views at the end of a private road, all just 7 miles from downtown Durango. Located in the lower foothills of the La Plata Mountains at an elevation of 7,300 feet, views include Lake Durango and the snowcapped mountains beyond. This entertainer’s dream home features a new Trex deck (2017) spanning the entire width of the home which can be enjoyed during the 300 + days of sunshine or at night, watching the Milky Way move over the horizon. The main level flows beautifully with a large, open kitchen/dining room, living room and family rooms all with French door access to outdoor deck. The gorgeous kitchen features custom designed cabinetry, Verde Butterfly granite and maple butcher block countertops and the large island is a great space to gather with plenty of seating, a 5 burner Wolf gas range and large copper bar sink. The oversized farmhouse sink, Dacor double oven, Asko dishwasher, Kitchen Aide warming drawer and trash compactor make this kitchen a cook’s dream. The two sided wood burning fireplace and wood stove both create warmth and ambiance in the den and living rooms. Two oversized powder rooms on the main level are great for a hosting several guests. Fantastic utility/laundry room with a sink and craft room round out main level. The full floor upper level master suite with walk-in closet, gas fireplace, vaulted tongue in groove ceiling plus wall of windows and princess balcony highlight the views. The master bath features jetted tub, tiled walk-in shower and antique trough-style double sink. The lower level features three large bedrooms and one full bath complete with a steam shower and deep soaking tub, plus access to the covered patio, hot tub and inground pool. The lovely landscaped grounds include 2 stalls and tack room with an electric fenced corral, a fully fenced raised bed garden w/ irrigation and potting shed, a greenhouse, the 2 car attached garage PLUS 3 car (RV bay) detached 60 x 30 workshop/garage, an in-ground pool (Viking fiberglass) and partially sunken hot tub. Additionally there is the guest/caretakers apartment above the 2 car attached garage. Access to BLM and an abundance of water make this a must see!
PROPERTY DETAILS • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
10.49 acres Detached 3 Bay garage/workshop (60x30) Two stalls and tack room, corral fully fenced (electric) Pasture with electric fencing Fenced and irrigated garden with Ironwood Builder’s custom potting shed Greenhouse Rainbird auto irrigation system throughout property (uses well water for conservency) Partially sunken 8 person hot tub Viking fiberglass 32’ x 16’ in-ground pool with dedicated 150 gallon propane tank for heating purposes Gravel hiking trail meanders throughout property Western facing views for amazing sunsets from 70’ Trex deck Rafter J Subdivision, but no HOA fees Fully paved circle driveway Mature landscaping/lovely gardens
RESIDENCE FEATURES INCLUDE • • • • • • • • • • •
Breathtaking unobstructed views of the La Plata Mountains from 70” x 12 ft Trex deck spanning width of home Full floor Master Suite provides ultimate privacy…and views to the West Newly updated tile and in-floor radiant heat in kitchen/family room Hot water baseboard throughout rest of home Hickory wood flooring on main level and master bedroom, carpeted lower level bedroom Ceiling fans in most rooms High ouput well for all outdoor irrigation Lake Durango Water District for household water use 1000 Gallon Propane tank for house 150 Gallon propane tank for pool Cistern for back-up water/guest quarters
MAIN LEVEL Kitchen and Dining •
Verde Butterfly granite slab countertop
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Maple butcher block countertop
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Custom hickory cabinets built by Dave Paul
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Large granite slab island with seating and storage
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Oversized farm sink
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Wolf 5 burner range
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Copper bar sink
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Dacor double oven
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Asko dishwasher
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Kitchen Aide Warming drawer
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Kitchen Aide Trash compactor
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2 sided wood-burning fireplace (kitchen and living room)
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French doors to deck
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Large bright windows
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Tile flooring (2017) with in-floor radiant heat
Living Room • • • • • • • • •
Towering peaked windows looking east offer a stunning Hickory flooring 2 sided wood-burning fireplace Vaulted ceiling with wooden beams and accent lighting Many oversized windows French doors to access deck Dedicated powder room Spacious coat closet in entryway Bridge to elegant front door entry
Den • Hickory flooring • Wood-burning stove • Vaulted ceiling with wooden beams and accent lighting • Many oversized windows • French doors to access deck • Dedicated powder room
Powder Rooms • Two large 1/2 baths • Tile flooring • Light and Bright
Utility/Laundry Room • Tile flooring • Built-in folding area with storage and granite slab counter • Dog wash tub • Antique utility sink (From original Chicago Police Headquarters) • Craft room with shelving
Garage • 2 car attached • Access to over-garage 2BR/1BA apartment
UPPER LEVEL Master Bedroom • • • • • • •
Hickory wood flooring Vaulted ceiling w/ ceiling fan Gas fireplace Walk-in closet Sliding door closet Oversized windows with views to the West French doors to princess balcony overlooking pool/mountains
Master Bath • • • • • • • • •
Tile flooring Trough style antique sink for two Jetted tub Walk-in tile shower Tile flooring Trough style antique sink for two Jetted tub Walk-in tile shower 5” hand-scraped wood flooring
LOWER LEVEL Bedroom 2 - Bunkroom • •
Carpeted flooring Bathroom en-suite
Bathroom • • •
Tile flooring Steam shower Soaking tub
Bedroom 3 • • •
Carpeted flooring French door access to covered patio Custom shelving in closet
Bedroom 4 • •
Carpeted flooring Custom shelving in closet
Hallway • •
Spacious linen closet Under stairway storage and small wine closet
Apartment (2BR/1BA) • • • • •
Above attached garage Separate hot water heater Wood flooring Open concept living room and full kitchen (no dishwasher) Bathroom is ¾ (shower/no tub)
• Two bedrooms
WILDLIFE AND RECREATION The property has beautiful La Plata Mountain views in a private setting. There is abundant wildlife in the area, including: mule deer, elk, black bear, turkey and soaring raptors. For downhill skiing, Purgatory Resort is a short drive from the property, while Wolf Creek and Silverton Mountain Ski Areas are an hour-and-a-half away. Crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing and snow-mobiling are also available throughout the area. Summertime is filled with opportunities for biking or horseback riding, hiking, rock a climbing, fly-fishing, boating or canoeing in the area. Also,
the Animas River provides great fly-fishing, kayaking, canoeing and rafting. There are many other activities in the area, such as riding the local Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or visitingMesa Verde National Park and the Four Corners National Monument. Excellent golf can be found at Dalton Ranch Golf Club, Hillcrest Community Club, the private Glacier Club (memberships available), and a top-rated public course at Pinion Hills in Farmington, NM (approximately 60 miles).
SHOOTING STAR RANCH Colorado, La Plata County, Durango 4,633 SF | Year Built 2001 | 10.49Acres | MLS#766481
Main home has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, at 4,633 SF. New trex deck (2017) spanning entire width of home. Barn with (electric) fenced corral, fully fenced garden w/ irrigation and shed, greenhouse. 2 car attached garage PLUS 3 car (RV bay) detached 60 x 30 workshop. In ground pool (fiberglass) and partially sunken hot tub. Guest/caretakers quarters above 2 car attached garage, this is an additional 2 BR, 3/4 BA and sq ft not added to the count on this mls (approx. 500 SF). Home is on central water, well is for irrigation. Kelly Kniffin (970) 749-3867 Kelly@homesdurango.com HomesDurango.com This property is offered by Legacy Properties West Sotheby’s International Realty, LLC, Kelly Kniffin, Brokers.All information provided by Legacy Properties West Sotheby’s International Realty, LLC or its sales representatives in connection with this property was acquired from sources deemed reliable, however, we do not warrant its accuracy or completeness and any users of such information waive any claims related thereto. Legacy Properties West Sotheby’s International Realty, LLC recommends that every item of interest to the purchaser (i.e. issues regarding title, water, minerals, survey, zoning, permits, land use regulations and other applicable laws, and any other issues) be independently verified by the purchaser’s attorney.
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