1279 Meadowlark Road

Rare opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle on your own secluded 8-acre retreat, amongst aspen and cottonwoods straddling a seasonal creek/drainage. Imagine waking to the warm sunrise over the 14,000-ft Sangre de Cristos, amidst birdsong and rustling leaves - a glorious start to every day! The 2446sf custom 2BD/2BA main home has many extras: oversized 2-car garage/shop + storage, studio, greenhouse w/ raised beds and much more. A large wraparound deck, flagstone path, covered porch and partially-fenced yard invite you outside to enjoy the natural splendor for which the Baca Grande is famous. Grow, create, restore and reconnect w/ nature; work or indulge your passion projects in the studio or garage/shop! Inside, you are greeted by a luminous, open-concept living space w/ 2-story vaulted ceilings, dramatic wood staircase and large view windows on all sides, many south-facing for passive solar gain. The great room is the heart of the main floor, opening into the well-designed kitchen and dining area, w/ access to the deck. The open loft offers a 2nd large living space w/ niche dormers and fabulous mtn views, perfect for desks, work/workout space, overflow sleeping - the ultimate bonus room. A spacious bedroom and full bath on each floor affords ample privacy. LP forced-air heat and woodstoves for cozy winter evenings. Metal roof and stucco exterior. Well, septic, grid-tied electric. 300 days/yr of sunshine allows a switch to solar PV. 10 minutes by car to the town of Crestone and amenities: gas, groceries, mail, cafes, restaurants, hardware, galleries, liquor, gift shops, and more. Crestone is an accredited Intl Dark Skies Community, has two local schools and burgeoning community. Deer, pronghorn, eagles, hawks, elk, and numerous bird species are your neighbors. Retreats, hot springs, birding, MTB, hiking, rock climbing, skiing, meditation, fishing and hunting are some of the pastimes the SLV has to offer. Call to schedule a private tour - your Crestone sanctuary awaits!