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181 Hopkins Creek Trail,Durango, CO 81301
Durango, CO 81301
Description
Nestled at the end of Lightner Creek Road within the exclusive gated Destination Ranch community, this extraordinary mountain retreat offers exceptional privacy, quiet and natural beauty just minutes from downtown Durango. Tucked among towering aspens and mature pines with no neighboring homes in sight, the setting feels wonderfully secluded and peaceful. The property features a custom 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a separate office and an attached oversized 3-car garage, along with a newly constructed approximately 3,300-square-foot detached heated barn/shop with a 1,200-square-foot finished loft featuring a kitchenette and bath. Made famous as the filming location for the movie City Slickers, Destination Ranch is surrounded by vast national forest lands and offers outstanding recreational access. The end-of-the-road location provides a remarkable sense of solitude, where the sounds of traffic and activity give way to the creek, wildlife and surrounding forest. Despite the secluded mountain setting, downtown Durango is only minutes away. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate exceptional access to the surrounding national forest, outstanding elk hunting, and abundant wildlife including elk, mule deer, bear, and wild turkey. The landscape is truly special. Hopkins Creek flows through the property, feeding a scenic pond and irrigating lush meadows through valuable deeded water rights. Open meadows transition into stands of towering aspens and mature pines, creating beautiful mountain and meadow views in nearly every direction. The combination of trees, topography, gated access and the property's location at the very end of the road creates an unusual level of privacyyou can enjoy the scenery without looking out at neighboring homes. Park-like grounds, the pond, flowing creek and surrounding forest create a peaceful alpine setting that feels far removed from town. The custom home was designed to take full advantage of these magnificent surroundings. Expansive Low-E windows bring the scenery indoors and frame views of the mountains, meadows and trees. Custom oak hardwood flooring, vaulted pine tongue-and-groove ceilings, and a freestanding wood stove create a warm mountain-lodge atmosphere. The open floor plan is ideal for entertaining, while the kitchen features slate tile flooring, stainless steel appliances, and quality finishes throughout. Generous outdoor living spaces provide wonderful places to relax, listen to the creek, watch wildlife move through the property and enjoy the remarkable quiet and serenity of the setting. The detached heated barn/shop is an impressive improvement in its own right. Built with highly efficient SIPS construction, the approximately 64' x 50' clear-span interior offers roughly 15-foot ceilings with no interior support columns, providing exceptional flexibility for RVs, boats, trailers, equipment, vehicles, or workshop use. Oversized doors provide convenient access. The approximately 1,200-square-foot finished loft above includes a kitchenette, full bath, heat pump system, gas fireplace, and additional storage, creating a comfortable and highly versatile finished space. The property is further enhanced by a premium 23.3-kW solar systemthe maximum size currently permitted by LPEAproviding outstanding energy efficiency and long-term value. Properties offering this combination of end-of-the-road privacy, extraordinary scenery, flowing water, deeded water rights, national forest access, abundant wildlife, substantial improvements and proximity to Durango are exceptionally rare. Quiet, secluded and surrounded by nature, this is a unique opportunity to own one of Durango's most remarkable mountain retreats.
Details
| MLS # | 836345 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $1,200 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2007 |
| Days On Site | 65 |
| Listing Provided By | Wells Group Real Estate | Thad Trujillo |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,579 |
| Garage | 6 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | Residential Single Family |
| Acreage | 40.00 |
| Water Front | Yes |
Interior
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove |
| Interior Features | Eat In Kitchen, Main Level Primary |
| Furnished | Unfurnished |
Exterior
| Roof | Architectural, Metal, Shingle |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Stick Built |
| Lot Features | Borders National Forest, Pasture, Wooded |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Attached, Garage |
Other
| List Aor | Durango Area Association Of Realtors |
|---|
Taxes
| Property | 3739 |
|---|
Area Information
| State | CO |
|---|---|
| County | La Plata |
| City | Durango |
| Zip Code | 81301 |
| Area | Durango Rural |
| Community Name | Destination Ran |
| School District | Durango 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Park K-5 |
| High School | Durango 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in Destination Ran) | |
Price: $2,350,000 low | high Med: $2,667,500 sqft: 3,579 low | high Med: 4,200 $ / sqft: $657 low | high Med: $638 On site: 65 low | high Med: 239.5 | |
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| State | CO |
|---|---|
| County | La Plata |
| City | Durango |
| Zip Code | 81301 |
| Area | Durango Rural |
| Community Name | Destination Ran |
| School District | Durango 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Park K-5 |
| High School | Durango 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in Destination Ran) | |
Price: $2,350,000 low | high Med: $2,667,500 sqft: 3,579 low | high Med: 4,200 $ / sqft: $657 low | high Med: $638 On site: 65 low | high Med: 239.5 | |