2445 Beaver Creek Ranch Dr, Bayfield, CO 81122

Breathtaking, expansive scenery in all directions! This ridgetop property sports three stunning building sites with rare, commanding views reaching miles through the Pine River Valley up to the snow-capped mountains, with scenes that melt over layers of forested ridges. The privacy and quiet are virtually unparalleled, and the gated security opens onto excellently maintained roads, affording easy, year-round access for seamless living. Already on site is a lovely 3000 sf residence with two wholly independent living areas, each with a private entrance, large garage and extended space for storage. This 35 acre ranch is part of the Beaver Creek Ranch subdivision which has unencumbered, private access to 18,000 acres of San Juan National Forest within walking distance of the door. Located 30 minutes to Durangos shopping and hospitals, you will live within an hour of countless trails, lakes, public lands, airports, colleges, art districts, award winning libraries and international cuisine. Even more, this increasingly rare setting is also bordered by a private land holding of 700 acres deeded permanently to open space. The current owner has made many improvements to this property over the years to reflect the natural beauty of its surroundings and to welcome all who enter. The first ranch style home offers 2,070 square feet with 2 bedrooms plus office and sunroom, 2 bathrooms, and a huge front porch. Upon entering the home, you are welcomed by an open floor plan consisting of kitchen, dining area and living room which boasts a lovely wood burning stove, and a big picture window. The backdoor leads to a screen-in enclosed 12x16 outdoor covered deck great for eating out and relaxing with your friends and family, or a safe place for your pets. Off of this area, is a door leading to a peaceful reading room full of natural light. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet, and an en suite bath with walk-in shower, corner garden tub, and dual vanities. Behind the kitchen is a hallway leading to the mechanical room/laundry room and additional two bedrooms and a full bath. The garage complex offers a completely separate enclosed 1-car garage for the main house and 1-car garage for the apartment located above the garage. Additionally, there are two separate storage areas inside of the garage for all your toys, garden tools, and firewood. The second home, a contemporary 1024 square feet apartment built in 2015 is located above the garage. This apartment has everything separate from the main house including its own entry, mechanical room, washer/dryer and one car garage. The extra wide staircase leads to the upper level where the front door opens into a comfortable living area with a good size kitchen, abundant large windows with views in every direction, two bedrooms and one bath with a dual vanity sink and a tub. The property has extensive hardscape and landscape to blend into the natural-scape. Multiple outdoor areas have been carved out throughout the property for outside enjoyment anytime of the day or year. If you have dogs, they will love the 1.75-acre radio fenced area. Two lovely homes, a great location with private national forest access; this versatile property could be a great year-round home; a vacation home; or an investment property that could generate rental income in the years to come. This subdivision allows for horses, and there is plenty of flat land to build a barn and create a horse haven if your heart desires - 6 horses and 4 dogs are allowed per the Covenants. There are also several great building sites with tremendous views if you decide to build another home in the future. The world class views will take your breath away, come see this property today!