Contemporary mountain retreat with BLM access just steps from your front door! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Kevin Thomas custom-build is located at the top of Pinon Hills Subdivision providing big views to the east and south of the Sangre de Cristos, Ouray, Chipeta, and Pahlone. While offering excellent privacy, this property is just a convenient 5-minute drive to the heart of downtown Salida.

This is truly a Colorado recreationalist's dream! Hike into thousands of acres of adjacent BLM land or bike from the property to the North Backbone and Cottonwood Trailheads to connect to the Tenderfoot Trail System.

The main floor, primary bedroom has an attached bathroom with granite counter tops, double sinks and a tile walk-in shower. An open concept living room features a gas fireplace, high ceilings, lots of natural light, and sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. The kitchen details underlit cabinets, custom tile backsplash, and new stainless steel appliances. There are auto opening skylights, two pantry closets and a large kitchen island for entertaining. French doors off the kitchen open to a large, concrete patio that overlooks the valley. This southeast-facing, outdoor living space receives ample sunshine year round, is protected from the wind and enjoys peaceful solitude attributed to a stucco privacy wall that surrounds the area.

An airy, open staircase leads to the upstairs bedrooms where you find even more spectacular views, large closets for storage and a shared full bathroom accessed from the hallway. From this hall, there is access to a walkout, flagstone patio with a private hot tub.

The house features a passive solar design, in-floor heat throughout and a built-in humidifier system for added comfort. There's an attached, 2-car garage for parking and storage with windows that provide natural light into the space.

This property has been lovingly owned by one owner, meticulously maintained, and ready for its new occupants.