255 heartland acres

This exceptional rustic-modern, two-story, 3,438 sq ft country-style house offers an open layout with 4 bedrooms and 3 ½ bathrooms. The kitchen, dining, and living areas seamlessly blend together, featuring natural wood materials of wood plank tile and granite countertops. The kitchen island includes a raised bar section with seating with a stone backsplash, and solid light maple cabinets. A separate dining area, offset from the island, boasts two large windows offering natural light and breathtaking views of the La Plata Mountain Range. The kitchen is equipped with a large walk-in pantry, LG 5-burner range, spacious oven, side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, and a large recessed sink. The living room features a vaulted ceiling and large windows, along with glass sliding doors for unobstructed views and natural light, showcasing the surrounding scenery. Currently, the formal dining room is used as a relaxation area. The main level includes a large primary bedroom with a soaking tub, a walk-in tiled shower with a glass door, and a double sink vanity with a tiled countertop, and an additional bedroom and separate bathroom. A gentle staircase leads to the mezzanine on the second floor, which hosts 2 additional bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an entertainment loft with hidden storage in the adjacent attic. The laundry room/mudroom includes a separate toilet and large wash sink, providing easy access from the barn to the home via the two-door garage. Covered porches at the front and back, alongside a concrete patio, offer ideal spaces for outdoor cooking, dining, and entertaining while enjoying mountain views. Irrigation is managed by the Florida Water Conservancy District, with water distributed from a main holding pond to each property owner. The 5-acre property includes a sprinkler system for the yard and hayfield, producing a fair yield of grass hay. The yard lawn resembles a golf course fairway. The property also features an unfinished 24 x 30 pole barn for hay storage and housing animals, with a separate fenced paddock, a greenhouse, and a chicken coop. This beautiful home is clean and well-maintained. Along with its equestrian and farm facilities, it is conveniently located near the hospital at Three Springs, downtown Durango, Bayfield, and Ignacio. Call today to schedule your personal showing!