8329 Highway 151

Description

Discover your dream home, hobby farm or starter homestead 20 miles outside of Pagosa Springs! Nestled between the Piedra River and Stollsteimer Creek, within minutes of Chimney Rock National Monument, Navajo Lake you'll find tranquility and fresh Colorado mountain air on this slice of heaven on earth. The property boasts incredible views in all directions, providing a stunning backdrop to your daily life. Walking into this updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath rustic chic farmhouse, you are greeted with vaulted ceilings, newer flooring, exposed beams and an impressive rock-wall fireplace with wood stove insert that adds a cozy touch to the living space. The kitchen features newer appliances and a spacious walk-in pantry around the corner. The washer and dryer are thoughtfully located in the mud room enabling you to leave the mess of work or play outside. On the upper level of the home, you will find a large bedroom, a full bathroom and a small bonus room that would make an ideal office or craft room. Alternatively, the upper level could be converted into a grand primary suite. Other updates include a new water filter and softener, a 95% efficient heater, and new septic tank installed last summer. The oversized, detached two-car garage is insulated and heated and is equipped with electricity, built-in air compressor with retractable air hose and storage loft. Outdoor features include a carport, fenced backyard and separate dog run, fenced pasture, multiple outbuildings now used for storage, but were once a 2-stall barn, tack room and a chicken coop, and could be converted back. Additionally, there's a well-built 12'x32' shed with power and water nearby, perfect for conversion into something special. The property also offers free river drainage that can be used to water grass and pasture when available. Spanning 2.50 acres, the land is adorned with well-established trees, grass, and pasture. The owners have taken pride in maintaining and updating this property, making it move-in ready for new owners. Enjoy amazing bird watching and frequent visits from deer, elk and other incredible wildlife. Conveniently located near the New Mexico border you will have easy access to the airport and many other attractions of Durango, CO and city amenities in Farmington, NM. Archuleta County contains hundreds of thousands of acres of national forest, with miles and miles of trails, rivers and streams, and more than two dozen lakes dotting the mountainside making this the outdoor enthusiast's paradise playground. The best snow in Colorado is just an hour away at Wolf Creek Ski Area, and both Purgatory Ski Resort and Hesperus Ski Area are also within an hour and a half drive. This property is truly a hidden gem, offering both solace and convenience in a breathtakingly serene setting.