601 Trail Ridge Road

Beautiful energy efficient southwest-style home on 39 +/- acres, 25 minutes from Salida. This secluded, south-facing home takes in magnificent mountain views. Ideally situated for solar gain in the winter months, the home also features 16" concrete walls for extra energy efficiency. The main house features a kitchen with granite counters, near-new appliances and breakfast bar. The kitchen opens onto a light-filled dining / living area with wood stove and tile floors that retain the warmth of the wintertime sun. The living area in turn opens on to a flagstone patio and hot tub for outdoor living and starry nights. A primary suite with 3/4 bath including walk-in shower and large walk-in closet, laundry and hallway access to an oversized one car garage rounds out the main level. Upstairs is a second bedroom with beetle kill floors, 3/4 bath and screened- in porch for taking in the Sangre de Cristo views. The detached oversized two car garage with guest quarters also boasts a bar and game room with pool table for entertaining. Above the garage and game room is a generous apartment / living area with kitchenette, 3/4 bath and south facing deck and second laundry. Also included is a 50 amp RV hook up and propane-powered back up generator. An 8.68 kw net meter solar system ensures energy efficiency. The 39+/-acre lot has approx 5 miles of private trails for hiking and biking. Public access to the Arkansas River is 5 minutes away. The property has been used as a successful vacation rental in the past.