71 Oakcrest Dr, Durango, CO 81301

Luxury meets Colorado comforts in this hand-hewn log home. Surrounded by towering Pines and open space, this setting offers privacy along with dramatic views of the near-by red cliffs. This well thought-out orientation not only takes advantage of the natural light and passive solar gain, but each window captures a picturesque scene. The warm sunroom entry equipped with a pellet stove, opens to the great room, perfect for entertaining with a grand 18 foot river rock fireplace. Overlooking the great room, the kitchen features a generous sized island, granite slab countertops and plenty of storage in the custom cabinetry. Also on the main level, you’ll find a spacious bedroom and full bath ideal for a guest suite, additional storage in the mudroom, plus access to both the north and south facing exterior decks. Upstairs is home to the master suite and the loft overlooking the lower level which is ideal for a sitting area and office. The master suite has a large walk-in closet, beautifully remodeled master bath and cantilevered privacy deck. Head downstairs to the finished basement where there’s a large game room/den well-appointed with its own wood burning fireplace. The private room and full bath can be used as a non-conforming 3rd bedroom or guest suite. Outside, the detached 3-car garage and workshop has plenty of space for both vehicles and toys. A 27’x23’ carport overhangs the garage and provides additional covered parking. Above the garage is a 468 sq.ft. guest apartment. Ideal for your out of town guests, or college student, this space includes a loft, efficiency kitchen, 3/4 bathroom, and additional storage. Take pleasure in the natural surroundings and copious wildlife from the 3 exterior decks and a newly installed meandering flagstone patio. This 1 acre flat and usable home site is surrounded by over 800 acres of private open space. There’s easy access to the Colorado Trail system, several million acres of the San Juan National Forest, a community lake, horse facilities, tennis court and miles of hiking, biking and backcountry skiing trails. Falls Creek is conveniently on a central water system where the water comes directly from Falls Creek and Falls Creek Aquifer.