82 Rio Grande Drive

Description

If you're interested in the Durango area, the Animas Valley is likely the epicenter of your imagination; a lush and extraordinary glacial valley populated by some of the most beautiful scenery in all of the West, and home to some of the regions most sought after residences amidst the storied patchwork of ranches and orchards. There are a few exceptionally rare parcels and this is one of them. This quintessential Colorado dream home showcases exquisite craftsmanship and thoughtful design, maximizing its stunning natural surroundings and offering an unparalleled living experience. Located amidst mature shade and fruit trees and a beautiful landscaped pond on almost 3/4 of an acre at the end of a private cul-de-sac, you'll find a residence with legacy implications of the highest order with impeccable style and upgrades, AND no HOA! This property offers the opportunity for a full time residence or the option to utilize the property as you wish with an extraordinary income-producing vacation rental opportunity. The home itself presents a well-designed floor plan situated among lush landscaping and privacy. Enter through the welcoming front door and enjoy the ability to live primarily on the main level with vaulted ceilings, plentiful natural light, and open concept design with the custom gourmet kitchen recently completed in 2024, featuring new appliances, including a built-in wine fridge and oversized refrigerator, designer sink and faucet, tile backsplash, quartz countertops and built-in desk area, leathered, live edge granite island, custom shaker-style cabinets, and custom walnut floating shelves. Enjoy the generously sized living and dining room with floor to ceiling windows and custom 8 sliding door leading out to the spacious deck for three-season entertaining to the sounds of the recirculating stream, while the opposite side of the living space hosts a new gas insert fireplace with river rock surround for cozy winter nights. For those who still enjoy an authentic wood-burning fireplace, this is an easy conversation back to this option. The oversized primary suite off of the living room offers a private sitting area with a gas fireplace, designer walk-in closet, full bath with separate soaking tub, walk-in shower, separate water closet, and granite counters; in addition, a private door leads out to the new 2023 hot tub overlooking the shared pond. Upstairs you will find a spacious loft area overlooking the living space below, as well as two additional bedrooms, each with their own beautifully remodeled bathroom and generous closet spaces. The lower level hosts the 4th bedroom, also with an en-suite bath, a workout room/home gym area, and mechanical room, where the boiler provides comfortable radiant in-floor heating, keeping your toes warm on the lower level and main level, with radiant baseboard heat on the upper level. Additional features of the home include a new roof in 2022, new water softener in 2023, new flooring, light and plumbing fixtures, and paint throughout. The oversized 2-car garage as well as covered space below the deck provide spaces for all of your outdoor gear to live your Durango lifestyle dreams. Purgatory Ski area is only fifteen miles away, and downtown Durango is a mere ten miles, with plenty of attractions along the way in both directions, creating the ideal location to enjoy your full-time or part-time residence without HOA hassles and fees. There is simply a Road Association $150/quarter and an optional Irrigation Association that is $175/quarter.