Discover the epitome of Colorado living in this captivating 4-bedroom, 4-bath Spanish-style ranch home nestled on just under 5 acres of gated land with a private courtyard, located just a stone's throw from downtown Salida. Enjoy the seamless blend of luxury and comfort with an open floorp lan featuring tile flooring and over 40 high-end Pella wood windows bathing every room in natural light. Main house is 3 bedroom and 3 & 1/2 bath, 2 of which have jetted tubs, office, game/office/sewing room/studio and heated sunroom with million-dollar views of the courtyard and Sangre de Christos Mountain roughly 6-7 miles to the west. The heart of this home is a chef-grade kitchen boasting dual sinks, an island, gas cook-top, and top-of-the-line Bosh dishwasher, sub-zero refrigerator, and separate Kenmore ice maker. Enjoy the convenience of modern living with amenities like a WiFi thermostat, boiler, StarLink remote camera security system, and Mesh Wi-Fi, solar panels, meaning no electric bills for nearly 9 months per year and water-softener, this home seamlessly integrates technology. The barn in the pasture has a main 10' tall door and solar panels added on and horses or an RV or trailers can fit in it and a detached garage with an additional bedroom and three-quarter bath. The property is not just a home but a lifestyle, complete with a circular gravel drive, well-maintained garden area, and the convenience of a well, septic, and a new WiFi drip irrigation and sprinkler system. This is your chance to own a piece of Colorado's beauty with a home that combines classic charm and modern amenities.