Nestled in a grove of majestic Ponderosa pines, this 6-acre estate overlooks the lush Animas River Valley with breathtaking mountain views and features a mountain contemporary home, barn with an attached heated rec room, fenced garden, fenced paddock with stables. The home consists of 3,687 square feet, including a master suite, two additional bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an office, a craft room, remodeled kitchen, a great room, a separate formal dining room, a laundry room, a mud room, a mechanical room (new boiler/hot water heater), new roof, and attached 3-car garage. From the front of the property, you enter the residence through a beautifully designed foyer with wood paneling, trim, and log accents. Soak in some sun in the spacious, open great room with tall decorative windows that feature beautiful mountain views. A corner fireplace with river rock to the ceiling will surely warm those chilly evenings. The recently remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a six-burner range top, double ovens, custom cabinetry, and a breakfast nook. The back patio and pergola with BBQ are perfect for entertaining your guests while enjoying the incredible views of the Red Cliffs. Follow the stone path that leads you over a small bridge to the barn, built in 2004, includes a large separate storage for a tractor (or RV) and a 1,359 SF heated and air-conditioned recreational room/office with loft, bathroom, wood stove, wet bar, and is approved to sleep two people with an existing septic system. Off the barn is a fenced garden and a separate fenced paddock with a 2-stall loafing shed. The property is less than 20 minutes from historic downtown Durango, award-winning golf, and the Purgatory Ski Resort. This is a special offering where gracious living is a way of life surrounded by nature and beauty.