525 Peaceful Dr, Durango, CO 81301

Incredible Home, Incredible Property, Incredible Views! This modern masterpiece was rated one of the most efficient homes in the country in 2010 with an HERS rating of negative 5, yes -5! This home is an engineering masterpiece and no details in building materials and installation have been overlooked. As you drive up to this exceptionally private 35.1 acre parcel less than 10 minutes west of Durango, you will notice two of the home’s green features including a solar voltaic system and hot water solar panels. You cannot miss the breathtaking views of the southern La Plata Mountains and a portion of the property is part of a conservation easement. The entry path has been xeriscaped with beautiful concrete block planters, LED path lighting and custom metal features. The exterior of the home has low maintenance stucco over structurally-insulated panels or SIP's for great R value in the walls. Upon entry you immediately feel the high-end features of this home! Clay plaster walls throughout the home with sleek aluminum corners, baseboards and trim. You won't be able to miss the gorgeous aluminum I-beams in the great room with vaulted ceilings and clerestory windows for passive solar. The gorgeous polished concrete floors are heated by in-floor radiant heat and the home is controlled by 5 Nest thermostats, which can also be accessed remotely. The window frames are high-end aluminum with quartz SileStone sills. The kitchen features stunning SileStone counters, glass tile backsplash, custom Italian cabinets, aluminum roll-up cabinet door with a built-in automatic espresso machine, a wall oven and microwave, glass cooktop, an eat-in island with seating for four, a trash compactor, and reverse osmosis water filter system with replacement minerals. So many extraordinary high-end details! Opposite the kitchen is a media room with a built-in desk space inside the large closet. This room could serve as the 3rd bedroom. The dining area has a wonderful stone wall with a built-in art nook to separate the living room, which features a beautiful glass front sealed combustion fireplace and large sliding doors out to the back patio with picturesque views of the mountains. There is also a new outdoor fireplace off the main patio. The large and bright guest suite off the west end of the home has a full bath with striking tile finishes. Also on this end of the home is the two car garage, electrical room and a hot water storage/utility room. There is a spacious mudroom off the garage, a kitchen pantry/ storage and a huge laundry room with plenty of gear storage with the built-in closets. On the east wing of the home is the gorgeous master suite, featuring a stunning full bath that includes a wonderful soaking tub inside the large steam shower. Adjacent to the bath is a large walk-in closet and dressing room. You will have plenty of space for clothes in here! The spacious master also features a sitting area with an abundance of light and views of the La Plata Mountains. The high windows in the vaulted ceiling have automatic blackout blinds. Down the hall is the third full bath featuring more exquisite tile. Beyond the bath is a workout room and a large office at the end of the hall with a walk out patio. This room could be used as a 4th bedroom. You MUST SEE this spectacular home as there are just too many impressive details to list here. Please keep in mind that the covenants in this subdivision allow for a second dwelling unit to be built! There are walking trails in the conservation easement and horses are allowed. Don't miss out on this one of a kind custom home!