Experience the recreational appeal of living in Gilpin County in this ranch style home built in 2004 that has been meticulously maintained & improved. Nestled at 9000' with an easy commute on all maintained roads, this usable 2.4 acres enjoys magnificent views of mountains, valleys & the snow-capped Continental Divide. Off-set your energy bills with the owned & newly installed 5.6 KW PV solar system (2023) that helps to secure lower energy costs & a new class IV roof in 2019. Enter through the over-sized, wraparound covered front porch into this sprawling ranch with low-maintenance laminate floors, 9' ceilings and bright, airy spaces. The large country-style kitchen features an island w/ an ample amount of storage & counter space, a pantry & bar-seating that connects to a large dining room for convenient entertaining. The spacious living room has newer carpet, plus a woodstove that creates a warm & cozy atmosphere. This functional layout offers 3 generous-sized bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms with plenty of living space to comfortably spread out. The primary suite has a walk-in closet, a 5-piece luxury bath & an electric fireplace adding heat & ambiance to your private sanctuary. Outside find a flat, fenced yard w/ a small outbuilding previously used as a chicken coop but could be modified to suit many different purposes. Sit on the flagstone patio where you can enjoy the incredible views or the long summer evenings around a fire. The over-sized 576 SF garage is insulated w/ overhead storage, plus an included 40' shipping container that provides an abundance of storage options. An ideal location only 3 miles to Black Hawk/Central City, 18 miles to ski Eldora or about 30 minutes to Golden, Denver and nearby metro areas. The Gilpin County Community Center is just around the corner w/ classes, a gym, indoor running track, basketball court, 2 pools & more! Embrace the mountain lifestyle defined in this peaceful location with incredible convenience.
