Golden living at its finest. Tucked into the sought-after Lakota Hills neighborhood (no HOA), this home delivers the foothills lifestyle you've been searching for, with mountain proximity, trail access, and a home that's as versatile as your ambitions. The main residence welcomes you with soaring vaulted ceilings, rich engineered floors, and an open layout that flows effortlessly from the living room through to the kitchen and out onto the elevated deck. The kitchen is the heart of it all - custom cabinetry, a generous island with oven and cooktop, sleek backsplash, and walls of southeastern windows that frame Green Mountain as your daily backdrop. Morning coffee in the breakfast nook, evening gatherings on the deck - this home was designed for the way you actually live. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat. Vaulted ceilings, east-facing picture windows that greet the sunrise, and a 5-piece en suite with soaking tub, stand-up shower, and an oversized walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms - including one with a stunning arched bay window and its own walk-in closet share a Jack and Jill bath, while upper-level laundry keeps daily life running smoothly. Then there's the ADU,  it changes everything. A fully self-contained, 800+ sqft basement unit with its own private entrance, covered patio, full kitchen w/ custom cabinetry, LVP flooring throughout, two bedrooms, a full bath, and in-unit stackable laundry. Whether you're housing family, hosting short-term visitors, or generating rental income to offset your mortgage, this space delivers optionality that's increasingly rare at any price point. Step outside and Golden opens up around you. Kinney Run Trail connects you directly to downtown Golden. Apex Park & Open Space, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and Heritage Dells Park are minutes away and get to C-470 and I-70 with ease,  keeping Denver, the airport, and the ski resorts well within reach. Don't miss your opportunity to call Golden home, "Where the West Lives".