Nicely designed home with magnificent mountain views, and a perfect location - uber close to historic downtown Salida. Kitchen, dining, living areas look out through large windows to the west - framing the Sawatch Mountains. The living area is wired for surround sound, and the kitchen has granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom includes an exterior door onto a wrap-around trek deck & flagstone patio area. There is a 5-component bathroom, complete with large soaking tub & walk-in shower. There are two additional bedrooms, the third with an exterior door onto the south side of the wrap-around deck. The utility room is expansive and includes a utility sink. The utility room is located next to the attached garages and has an exterior door to the back, and can easily double as a convenient back entrance mud-room.  There is a 2-car attached garage with an extra 3rd bay. The 3rd bay is currently a bonus room with natural lighting through a south facing window, hot & cold water plumbed to a utility sink, and plumbing in place for a propane heater. This bonus room could be used for an art studio, or crafts, or any number of hobbies. There is an 8'x12' shed for additional storage. There are also sale anchors to provide sun shade in a cozy area off the primary bedroom - great for watching mountain sunrise with a cup of Joe, or sunsets with a glass of Trader Joe's!  Historic downtown Salida is an easy bike ride away, although you may want an e-bike for the return ride up to your majestic mountain views, especially after a few libations!  Outdoor recreation is in abundance nearby, including Salida Mountain Trails a short mile away, and Monarch Ski Resort less than 45 minutes away.  Boat launches for the Arkansas River are in downtown Salida, and 4x4 surrounds you in the valley. National Forest & BLM are a short drive away in every direction.  As an added bonus - NO Covenants & NO HOA or HOA dues!!