Like many of you, we can relate to finding the right home in the best location, which is not an easy task. You want to be sure your investment is protected, compliments, and even enhances your lifestyle. This was the case back in 2001 when the owners ( a luxury builder in California and New York) looked all over the state for the right location, Vail, Aspen Telluride and they fell in love with the San Juan Mountains. Home to the most snow in Colorado wolf creek, and the largest natural hot spring in the country. Pagosa is labeled as one of the best places to live by Outside Magazine. Having access to 1.8 million acres of the public access to San Juan National Forest for hiking, horse-backing, four-wheeling, fishing, hunting, camping, 4-wheeling & snowmobiling. The climate is one of the best-hidden secrets in the world, with 4 seasons & 320 days of sunshine since we are so close to the continental divide. The masterpiece of a home 7835 sq ft sits on a private 40 acres. The Home has been used for retreats, weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, or just as a place to recharge and make memories with the family on holidays. The home was built by a luxury builder and no corners were cut with the finish level or quality of the build. Of the 5 bedroom 4 bath, you have the master on the main floor. The building envelope is 5 acres so you can build the barn, second house, tennis courts, pools ex... As you walk into the home you will notice the pine used from the land in the grand entryway. With 20 ft ceilings and natural light flooding in from all directions. The kitchen and living room are an open concept with beautiful views of the tall pines and peaks of the mountain range. Removing a couple of trees would open up your view and still give you the privacy you are seeking. This leads to the 2500 sq ft deck great for entertaining and soaking up the sun. There is a hot tub built into the deck. This also leads to the master bedroom. Can you imagine going out for a night soak and looking up and seeing a galaxy of stars, so close it seems like you can almost grab them? The master has a fireplace with great views of the ponderosa pines and has access to the deck. The master was thought out well with his and her closet, soaking tub, and spacious shower, with two heads and a place to sit. There is a great library room and office space near the entryway. As working from home has become even more important this offers the perfect office with plenty of light, privacy, and great internet. The guest suite upstairs has great views of the valley and makes anyone staying in the room feel like they are in the castle. The downstairs has 3 bedrooms a bathroom, a kitchenette, and plenty of room for a game room, a tv room, workout space, yoga the list goes on. You get to be as creative as you like. The home has 18 zones for heating so no need to heat the downstairs if you are not using it. If you have guest no problem to keeping them cozy. This home is ready for you to make memories in with the ones you love. Call today to schedule a viewing. This home is special and won't be here long. Looking forward to serving you and your family.