2061 Sandstone Way

Discover your own private retreat/sanctuary in the Sangre de Cristo foothills of the Baca Grande, famous for views and unspoiled nature. The architecturally designed home boasts vaulted ceilings, accentuating spaciousness and natural light. Tucked away on 1.45 acres of pinon-juniper woodlands, this property offers a rare opportunity for peaceful living and room to grow. Originally constructed as an art studio, the interior finishes, fixtures, kitchen, and bathroom are almost new. Upgrades completed in 2021 include: maple wood-veneer flooring, cabinetry, counters, island and appliances, bathroom tile, fixtures, and washer/dryer, honeycomb blinds, water heater, electric cove heaters. Enter via covered concrete porch, featuring handsome cedar posts and heavy Shaker front door w/ sidelights. The interior space is characteristic mountain contemporary: bright airy rooms w/ white walls/ceilings, wood trim/flooring, and premium, aluminum-clad wood-casement windows. A wide hallway separates the spacious bedroom from the great room and kitchen, w/ custom-tile bathroom and attic storage in between. The large great room features 17' vaulted ceiling, skylights, wood stove and separate living/dining spaces. The kitchen features elegant dark-gray lower cabinets w/ custom open shelves above. Counters are stainless steel at the sink, butcher block everywhere else. A large island w/ counter seating makes collaboration easy, a perfect serving buffet for the dining area. Glass French doors open to the very private backyard, w/ unimpeded mountain views. Add a deck or terrace for easy al fresco dining, relaxing, entertaining, hot tub, etc. Circular stairs lead to loft above, w/ egress door, potential for balcony. Electric wave heaters throughout. Exterior stucco and architectural shingles. Crawl space access via walk-in closet. Access to Dream Way and retreat centers via Spanish Creek Rd. Greenbelt trails nearby. 10 min from Crestone, an Int'l Dark Skies community, with 2 local schools. Call for more info!