This captivating off-grid, green oasis near Villa Grove, CO., feels remote and is just minutes from the highway, offering absolute serenity, incomparable vistas, and a 35-minute drive to all of the amenities of Salida, CO. Once the gathering hub of Sangre de Cristo hang gliding fly-ins, this custom home blends Asian-influenced simplicity with undeniable elegance. A circular drive invites you into an artisanal threshold, a distinctive gate that gently hints at the architectural treasures contained within. Pass through this portal and enter a sun-drenched secret garden, a paved courtyard perfect for perennials, herbs, and a slow morning breakfast or coffee. Inside, a palette of granite, tile, stone, and artisan woods evokes a sophisticated, spiritual energy that both delights and soothes the soul. Seamless living and gourmet kitchen areas feature a stone fireplace and granite island, creating an inviting ambiance for intimate meals or gatherings of twenty. Natural light streams in through high windows and skylights. The private main-floor master wing boasts gorgeous birch/hickory cabinetry and Eastern red cedar ceilings. Vantage glass portals in every space frame the natural landscape, effectively merging the interior and exterior spaces, and dissolving all boundaries. Outside, two premium decks offer vast, soaring views of Mount Ouray and the Sawatch Range. The property features a newly constructed 300 sq. ft. ADU above a 2-car garage/office with a historic lawn stage that rivals the views at Red Rocks. Imagine living in an off-grid masterpiece built for generational sustainability, utilizing passive solar and a 16x32 greenhouse for year-round farm-to-table possibilities. This modern heirloom melds timeless beauty, energy efficiency, and food security for visionary off-grid buyers. Designed and crafted by the owner, an award-winning builder, this is an absolute one-of-a-kind property and a must-see appointment in your Colorado mountain home search.
| MLS # | 833966 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2004 |
| Days On Site | 131 |
| Listing Provided By | Century 21 Community First | Dan Shuford |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 5 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,602 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Zoning | Residential Single Family |
| Acreage | 40.00 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Heating | Fireplaces, Radiant Floor, Solar |
| Interior Features | Additional Living Quarters, Breakfast Bar, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, In Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Other, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings, Wood Burning Stove |
| Window Features | Skylights |
| Furnished | Unfurnished |
| Appliances | Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Solar Hot Water |
| Exterior Features | Deck, Landscaping |
|---|---|
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction Materials | Stucco, Wood Frame, Stick Built |
| Lot Features | Adjacent To Public Land, Foothills, Off Grid |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Detached, Garage |
| Utilities | Cellular Phone Reception, High Speed Internet Available |
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| List Aor | Realtors Of Central Colorado |
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| Property | 1736 |
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| State | CO |
|---|---|
| County | Saguache |
| City | Villa Grove |
| Zip Code | 81155 |
| Area | Villa Grove |
| School District | Mountain Valley 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Mountain Valley K-5 |
| High School | Mountain Valley 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in 81155) | |
Price: $1,650,000 low | high Med: $1,650,000 sqft: 1,602 low | high Med: 1,602 $ / sqft: $1,030 low | high Med: $1,030 On site: 131 low | high Med: 131 | |
| State | CO |
|---|---|
| County | Saguache |
| City | Villa Grove |
| Zip Code | 81155 |
| Area | Villa Grove |
| School District | Mountain Valley 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Mountain Valley K-5 |
| High School | Mountain Valley 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in 81155) | |
Price: $1,650,000 low | high Med: $1,650,000 sqft: 1,602 low | high Med: 1,602 $ / sqft: $1,030 low | high Med: $1,030 On site: 131 low | high Med: 131 | |