If you appreciate refined design, exceptional craftsmanship & a deep connection to nature, you'll be drawn to this elegant cottage nestled in the heart of Boulder's prestigious Mapleton Hill neighborhood-just 5 minutes from the Sanitas Valley Trailhead. For those who value quality over quantity & charm over excess, this residence offers a unique opportunity to live with intention & grace. As you approach the home, you're greeted by a series of flourishing gardens & inviting entry. Step into a sunlit living room where antique French tiles adorn the fireplace & museum-quality lighting highlights artwork throughout. The living room & adjacent dining room are graced with original windows. The kitchen is as practical as it is beautiful, featuring thick antique marble counters & top-tier finishes. Just beyond, the primary suite includes a peaceful dressing room with garden views & a jewel-box bathroom. A second bedroom offers similar garden outlooks and opens to both a delightful sunroom and private side garden access. The sunroom, once a screened porch for a nearby historic sanatorium, now offers a quiet retreat in every season. Above, a charmingly adapted attic delights guests, serving as both a bedroom & magical playroom. Step outside to find an elegant garden of sophisticated design, which provides additional living space many months of the year and a superb area for entertaining. The entire garden is enclosed by a custom-designed fence. The contemplative side garden is a composition of stone paving, lichen-covered boulders, and native plants. Mixed flower borders fill the garden with bloom from early spring to late autumn. This landscaping continues into the alley with a cutting garden adorned with seasonal flowers. This is a residence that speaks to the discerning eye-those who cherish quality, beauty, and timeless design. It's a home that lives as gracefully as it looks, offering daily inspiration in one of Boulder's most sought-after settings.

Discover timeless elegance in this beautifully maintained cottage, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Nestled in one of Boulder's most coveted neighborhoods, this residence captivates with its enchanting character and sophisticated updates. The main level flows naturally from an inviting living room, where an exquisite gas fireplace showcases intricate decorative tilework and custom millwork. The renovated kitchen features marble countertops, professional-grade appliances, and a spectacular buffet with glass-front display cabinets and abundant storage. A serene main-level primary bedroom offers convenient living with a walk-through dressing room that leads to an elegant bathroom with marble tilework and glass shower. The second main-level bedroom opens to both a delightful sunporch and private side garden access, while the second bathroom showcases a striking skylight that bathes the space in natural light. Ascend to the upper level to discover a well-appointed room that serves as a third bedroom or flex space, complete with built-in storage and charming architectural details. The unfinished basement provides extensive storage and future potential. An artful garden of considered design - a refined juxtaposition of circles and squares - provides additional living space many months of the year. The private side garden is a composition of stone paving, lichen-covered boulders, and native plants. The back garden features a sunny dining terrace with views of the Flatirons. A silver maple, one of the original 1885 Mapleton Avenue trees, creates a leafy canopy attracting songbirds throughout the seasons. You'll enjoy the home's premier location in Boulder's Mapleton Hill neighborhood just a block from Mt. Sanitas and Red Rocks trailheads, while urban conveniences await six blocks south on Pearl Street. This charming residence offers effortless living through its considered design, ideal for both full-time residents and those seeking a refined Boulder pied-a-terre.