2553 Barry Lane, Fort Collins, CO - Presented by: John Simmons & Jesse Laner
Location, location, location
A rare property that offers both a private retreat with panoramic views and only minutes from all that Fort Collins has to offer 12 minutes to Old Town
12 minutes to New Belgium Brewery
12 minutes to Costco
8 minutes to Fort Collins Country Club
2 minutes to Mountain Vista Golf Course
2 miles to I-25 for easy access to DIA and WY
Open zoning
Part of Brooklind Estates luxury homes
4.36 acres with horses allowed
Satellite internet offers blazing fast service
No metro tax (county tax applies)
Low HOA fees (est. $1,500 annually)
Come see why Fort Collins is frequently voted as one of the best places to live in America.
Property Features
West-facing expansive picture windows take in unobstructed views of Rocky Mountain National Park. Enjoy the natural light with all new highperformance glass panes and remote-controlled sun shades
New hardwood floors throughout main level
Central grand staircase
Open floor plan incorporating formal dining area, custombuilt kitchen and family room
Family room includes new floor-to-ceiling custom stone gas fireplace, 75” inset television and custom wall speakers
French doors open to executive office featuring a gas fireplace, vaulted ceiling and walk-in closet (this room can be converted into a 5th conforming bedroom)
Main floor laundry/mudroom with stackable washer/dryer set, storage and hanging rods
¾ guest bath off garage entrance featuring custom vanity and tile flooring
Custom-built Gourmet Kitchen Features:
High end appliances
Sub-Zero built-in side-by-side 48” refrigerator
Wolf 36” dual fuel 6-burner range with custom metal range hood made by Raw Urth Designs and wallmounted pot filler
Kitchen Aid wall oven with convection
Kitchen Aid warming drawer
Bosch dishwasher
Kitchen-Aid 24” beverage center
Kitchen-Aid warming drawer
Sharp built-in microwave drawer
Custom cabinetry from Earthwoods Custom Cabinetry with ample storage, crown molding, soft close and smart functionality
Oversized island made of a single slab of granite with built-in high-top bar/wrap-around breakfast bar
10’ wide walk-in pantry with barn doors
Back-of-the-kitchen buffet countertop with additional storage, bar area and lighted cabinets for barware
Appliance “garage” area to tuck away toasters, blenders, etc.
Oil/spice rack and spice drawer
Utensil caddy cabinet pull-out for easy access while cooking
West side island features camouflaged cabinets with roll-out drawers
Full counter to ceiling tile backsplash
Spacious breakfast nook with built in sitting bench.
Patio access features Pella four-panel double-sliding glass door which opens to deck and unobstructed mountain views
Primary Bedroom with Retreat Features:
French doors, vaulted ceilings and a private entrance to the screened-in porch are just a few unique features to the main floor primary bedroom suite
West-facing windows take in the mountain views, gorgeous sunsets and the tranquil sounds of the backyard custom water feature, all supporting restful sleep
Luxury primary bath features granite slab countertops, new vanity including separate sit-down make-up area, oversized soaking tub, 5-jet shower and a separate water closet
Custom-designed L-shaped walk-in closet with built-in modules for shoes, accessories and hanging clothes. Closet system includes linen/medicine cabinet and built-in drawers
Grand Central Staircase with wood and step lighting leads to the beautiful walkout lower level.
The lower level, with 8’ ceilings and walk-out slider, is perfect for entertaining with one large area encompassing a newly-renovated bar, recreation area and living room space.
The full bar is newly renovated and includes granite high top counters with bar seating, custom-lit liquor shelves, wall-mounted TV, sink, ample cabinet storage, beverage refrigerator and clear ice maker.
Adjacent to the bar is a recreation space perfect for billiards, shuffleboard, darts or other games (Billiards table and lamp included with the house)
The living area includes a newly updated stone tile fireplace and built-in bench seating with plenty of room for couches or cozy seating. Mounted TV above the fireplace is included.
Lower-level Walk-out
Features and Renovations:
Just off the living room is a two-room gym equipped with wall mirrors, a 6’ ballet bar and plenty of customizable space for equipment, free weights, floor mats, etc. A wall-mounted smart TV is included to follow your favorite fitness instructors.
The newly updated lower-level second laundry room has a stainless steel Electrolux washer-dryer set, upper and lower cabinets, countertop folding space and a hanging rod to dry clothes
The newly renovated Jack-and-Jill bathroom includes a new shower with frameless door, new countertops, new tiled floors, new framed mirrors and all new fixtures
The lower level includes three spacious bedrooms all with walk-in closets. Bedroom #3 has in-room access to the Jack-and-Jill bathroom, while Bedrooms #4 and 5 have private en suite ¾ baths.
Exterior Features
The outdoor space is truly an oasis set on 4.36 lush and irrigated acres, with ample spaces to soak in the serenity or host large gatherings. The backyard includes an all-new composite deck with flat black railings and a drainage system providing a waterproof environment for the lower deck.
The upper deck, just off the kitchen, includes a custom built-in granite bar equipped with a 26’ wide retractable awning and built-in heater, plus ample space for outdoor cooking and dining. Just off the living room and primary bedroom is a large screened in porch, perfectly situated to hear the soothing sounds of the custom backyard water feature.
The finished lower deck, just off the pool, offers yet another large area to relax, dine or play. The area is equipped with two oversized ceiling fans and remote-control screens to block out the sun without blocking the scenery.
All these backyard spaces are anchored by a 44’ heated saltwater swimming pool with a natural boulder diving board and electric cover. A few steps up from the pool is an in-ground heated spa/hot tub that seats 6-8 people. The pool and spa decks have plenty of space for chaise lounges, Adirondack chairs and sun umbrellas to soak in Colorado’s beautiful warm-weather months. The pool vacuum cleaner and hand held vac are included. Serviced by: RNR Pool Services
Other Backyard Amenities:
Large flagstone patio with natural stone elements and wood-burning firepit that seats 10+ people
Custom built cascading water feature accentuated with natural plant and flower beds and adding tranquil ambiance to the backyard, deck and porch areas
New cedar fencing around pool and manicured lawn area
Additional fully enclosed two acres for pets, horses or other livestock and room to build an outbuilding
Built-in trampoline
Professionally designed front and back landscaping including new LED lighting system (in front)
Irrigation system for manicured lawn with 21 zones
Large art-inspired natural water feature in front to accentuate the property’s long driveway
Other Features:
New Class 4 (weather-resistant) roof under transferable 50-year warranty. Shingles manufactured by CertainTeed
New gutters and downspouts
Built-in central vacuum system with easy-access wall toe-kick in kitchen
Integrated speaker system compatible with Sonos. Features 16 speakers throughout the indoors and outdoor areas
New high-efficiency American Standard furnace and central A/C unit with dual zone temperature controls, including a Honeywell advanced humidifier (Separate HVAC unit for upstairs bonus room)
Two 50-gallon hot water heaters
Four large raised garden beds
Three-Car Attached Garage:
1,412 square feet
Heated with 2 gas heaters
Newly installed epoxy flooring
South facing driveway for plenty of natural snow melt
Peg board and work bench
3 storage closets + central vac closet
Drywalled and painted
Four windows
Bonus Room Above Garage
887 square feet
This loft, with new skylights and windows, can easily be finished
