Gorgeous Southwest-style Energy Star home on 2.3 acres, 12 minutes from downtown Salida! Passive solar and solar hot water, energy efficient fireplace, in-floor and baseboard heat, well insulated. Step inside the great room and be greeted by expansive windows to the south, and to the west take in the majesty of the Collegiate Peaks. Log beams, beetle-kill doors, stamped concrete, tile and wood floors. A sun room with windows to the south to enjoy coffee or cocktails. Four bedrooms, one of these used as an office currently. Primary suite offers exterior door to deck, walk-in shower, and soaking tub. Outside is a generous walled flagstone patio with chiminea, beautifully planted with drought tolerant perennials, also a propane grill connected directly to home propane tank. Two 2-car garages, one is heated and insulated and currently functions as workshop and storage. Second garage is perfect for vehicles and offers a tall RV bay. Beautiful home with so much to offer!