864 E 6th Ave, Durango, CO 81301

This home is in an exceptional location, just a block from the stairway to Fort Lewis College and 6 blocks to downtown Durango. The living space of the home is charming and comfortable with a very efficient wood burning stove, bookshelves and excellent light from the windows. The home may be used as a three bedroom with an office or as a four bedroom home. The master bedroom is roomy and has excellent closet space and terrific windows. The additional upstairs bedroom has a balcony overlooking the backyard. Also, upstairs there is a room that can be used for a family room/den or an additional sleeping room. The kitchen and dining area have nice windows and the dining area has double glass patio doors that open into the backyard, bringing nature into your living space. The landscaping, both front and back, really make this home. The outdoor livings spaces are created for extended months of enjoyment. The “grotto” or water feature in the backyard, provides the relaxing sound and visual of water, while the plantings have been lovingly selected to enhance your enjoyment. The backyard is complete with a hot tub and garden boxes. The flagstone surface provides room for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply a wonderful place to enjoy this private backyard. The two car garage adds excellent additional storage for either vehicles or the must have Durangoan sporting equipment collection. Built in 1888, this was the first home built in the Mountain View addition to the City of Durango. The home was remodeled in the 1990s keeping the original charm intact. There are 13 solar panels on the right residence garage that cover much of the electrical needs.