8824 Cr 250, Durango, CO 81301 listing details

About 8824 Cr 250, Durango, CO 81301 One of kind Craftsman masterpiece in the heart of the beautiful Animas Valley! With a private, yet prominent position on the hillside, you will enjoy panoramic views of the amazing cliff formations and lush valley below that make this location so special. Designed by the owner who is an architect by trade, you will not find another home like this one! Over 1200 SF of covered porch surrounds the home to allow enjoyment of the picturesque surroundings throughout the year. Canned lighting built into the tongue and groove porch ceilings illuminates the porch area during evenings. An automatic gate protects the driveway entrance and has the words 8824 -Dragonfly House artfully cut into the metal. The theme of the dragonfly is synonymous with the Craftsman style of the home. The well-executed floor plan was calculated down to every last detail and the artful craftsmanship can be seen throughout. Vaulted ceilings lined with open architectural beams in the grand living room bring added dimension to the angled ceilings. Clinker style brick design surrounds the wood burning fireplace, towers up to the ceiling and provides the perfect centerpiece. A cozy nook with a built-in bench sits in the corner of the living room offering a wonderful space for literary enjoyment or a game of chess. Wood framed windows are perfectly positioned to take in the majestic Colorado views beyond. Open the double French doors to the expansive covered patio for your next party and I am sure your guests will never want to leave! A wood framed entryway takes you from the great room to the dining parlor where you will find a Craftsman style half bowl chandelier hanging from the center of the room. 4 sconces in each corner bring added symmetry and a recessed wall niche provides the perfect place for a mirror & serving table. Renewable bamboo flooring can be found in the spacious kitchen & breakfast area and continues into much of the main living area. You will not run out of space in this wonderful kitchen with a spacious walk-in pantry and custom alder cabinetry with lots of built-in pullouts. After cooking a large feast for friends and family, you will enjoy easy cleanup with granite counter tops flowing into the oversized apron sink. The brand new stainless steel appliances add a modern sophistication to the space. Enjoy your morning coffee in the breakfast area and perhaps open the glass pane doors to the rear east facing patio to take in the morning sun and fresh mountain air. Each of the four bedrooms opens to the 4-sided covered patio inviting you to enjoy an indoor/outdoor living experience at any given moment. With a reading niche, large walk-in closet and spacious master bathroom, the master suite will surely suffice! One of many stained glass skylights custom made by the owner adds additional ambience to the master bathroom. You can relax those tired muscles after a long day of Colorado adventuring in the oversized soaking tub or simply wash up in spacious walk-in shower. Hexagonal floor tiling adds to the Craftsman style of the home. Family members can enjoy independence while staying in the private guest suite with its own bathroom, private patio and separate entrance to the home! A second suite also provides independent access to the expansive covered porch and has a built-in window seat where you can sit and enjoy views of the nearby red cliffs. In addition to the extra wide porte cochere, the 4 car attached garage has built-in cabinets and double wide doors to a separate workshop that the hobbyist will surely enjoy. For convenience, there s a sizeable utility room that houses the in floor heating system, a utility sink and water heater. There is also an adjacent room that has been used for the perfect wine cellar. Additional features of the home include heated eaves/gutters for the winter months, ADA toilets, and RV hookups for a motorhome.