198 Ute Canyon Rd, Durango, CO, 81301

Majestic mountain setting just 4 miles from downtown Durango and 1.5 miles from City limits, this owner-builder home is the epitome of the Colorado lifestyle. With beautiful canyon views, you will experience privacy that feels like you live in the country, yet only minutes to the city. The well-constructed home boasts exterior and interior log accents and is framed with stucco, river rock accents and river rock columns. Upon entry of the residence, you will be greeted by an expansive foyer well-lit by the glass front door and large windows framing it, creating a dramatic welcome. Walk upstairs to the spacious floor plan in the recently painted living room, kitchen, and dining areas is an entertainer’s dream with abundant natural light from the sizable wall of windows. The kitchen features granite countertops, plenty of counter space, and a log bar. Within the kitchen you can find a large pantry with gas range/oven and more log accents creating a mountain modern feel. The kitchen/dining area is large enough for family gatherings and boasts glass sliding doors that lead out to the grand deck with views of the surrounding mountains and forested hills. The living room has a large river rock and slate surrounding the wood-burning stove to keep the home cozy and warm during the winter months. It is a perfect space to gather for movies with an entertainment center highlighting it. On the main level you can find the master bedroom featuring large windows embracing the outstanding views of the canyon. There is a quaint and tiled seating area adjacent to the 3-sided gas fireplace that accents the suite. It has separated his/her closets, a travertine tiled master bath with double basins, and a water closet. Also on the main level is a guest bedroom with its own guest suite 3/4 bath. On the lower level of the home there is 3 bedrooms plus 1.5 baths. There is also a large media room with a bar and granite countertops. This home has it all, whether you’re looking to enjoy it with raising a family or need extra space to host friends and family, you will find a little something for everyone. The subdivision has paved roads and the home has a paved driveway. Surrounded by a lawn with custom hand-picked boulders and a nice patio area, the yard is perfect for enjoying a warm summer day or watching the sunset. Store all your Durango toys in the attached 2 car garage! This property is the only property in the subdivision that allows 3 three sheep, cattle, horses, goats, or llamas. There is currently no set-up for horses, but you can easily set up a barn and livestock quarters. This home has all the necessities to provide for your Colorado lifestyle living, including the community pond with a beach for swimming or paddle boarding.