In the Colorado town of Telluride, life revolves around the mountains. The same could be said of an expansive home on 70 acres that was designed to capture panoramic views of the surrounding alpine peaks.
The 9,000-square-foot home, built in 2010, is on the market for $8 million.
The 9,000-square-foot spread at 280 and 282 Sage Grouse Road in the nearby community of Placerville was built in 2010, almost four decades after the defunct mining town transformed itself into one of the West’s top ski resorts.
Designed in mountain modern style, the home features floor-to-ceiling windows that perfectly capture … [+]
Telluride-based architect Daniel Houlihan of Fountainhead Studio designed the buildings in mountain modern style, making maximum use of views and the forested setting. The result is a spacious, light-filled home that accentuates the outdoors.
The residence was designed by Fountainhead Studio.
It’s currently on the market for $8 million.
The open-concept kitchen features a large island/breakfast bar, custom cabinetry and stainless steel … [+]
Floor-to-ceiling windows in the main residence look out over the Sneffels Range. “There are over a dozen 13,000- and 14,000-foot peaks that you can see from this home,” listing agent Garrett Simon says. “It’s a huge wrap-around view.”
A massive two-way stone fireplace divides the living and dining rooms.
The property includes a main residence, a separate caretaker’s apartment and garage/“toy barn” to stow cars and outdoor gear. It’s a place big on privacy and seclusion, somewhere to unplug and relax in a remote location without forgoing luxury or access to town (the ski resort is a 45-minute drive away).
The home’s design integrates modern aesthetics with the unique topography of Telluride’s mountains.
Inside the main home, high ceilings and natural wood dominate the living room and formal dining room, which both have doors that lead to outdoor lounges and patios. A large double-sided stone fireplace adds a cozy vibe to both rooms.
Sliding glassed doors create a seamless transition between indoor-outdoor spaces.
In all, there are five bedrooms, six full and three half bathrooms as well as a wet bar, wine storage area and in-home theater. The outdoor patio, which is heated, contains a large built-in fire pit designed as a place to gather and view the mountains.
A heated outdoor patio allows for mountain living in comfort and style.
A prospective buyer would be “an outdoor enthusiast family that likes privacy and loves nature,” says Simon, adding the property also would be ideal for horse lovers.
The home’s outdoor spa provides another unique connection to nature.
The unincorporated area of Placerville sits between two national forests and covers 480 acres. It’s located at more than 7,000 feet in elevation. Telluride, well-known for winter sports and activities, also hosts a high-elevation golf course in summer.
The home office.
Garrett Simon and Brittany “Bebe” Hinde, both of Telluride Real Estate Corp., are the listing agents.
The home theater.
The property is located at 280 & 282 Sage Grouse Road in Placerville, Colorado.