Discover your own private retreat/sanctuary in the Sangre de Cristo foothills of the Baca Grande, famous for views & unspoiled nature. The architecturally designed home boasts vaulted ceilings, accentuating spaciousness & natural light. Tucked away on 1.45 acres of pinon-juniper woodlands, this property offers a rare opportunity for peaceful living & room to grow. Originally constructed as an art studio, the interior finishes, fixtures, kitchen, and bathroom are almost new. Upgrades completed in 2021 include: maple wood-veneer flooring, cabinetry, counters, island & appliances, bathroom tile, fixtures, & washer/dryer, honeycomb blinds, water heater, electric cove heaters. Enter via covered concrete porch, featuring handsome cedar posts & heavy Shaker front door w/ sidelights. The interior space is characteristic mountain contemporary: bright airy rooms w/ white walls/ceilings, wood trim/flooring, & premium, aluminum-clad wood-casement windows. A wide hallway separates the spacious bedroom from the great room & kitchen, w/ custom-tile bathroom & attic storage in between. The large great room features 17' vaulted ceiling, skylights, wood stove & separate living/dining spaces. The kitchen features elegant dark-gray lower cabinets w/ custom open shelves above. Counters are stainless steel at the sink, butcher block everywhere else. A large island w/ counter seating makes collaboration easy, a perfect serving buffet for the dining area. Glass French doors open to the very private backyard, w/ unimpeded mountain views. Add a deck or terrace for easy al fresco dining, relaxing, entertaining, hot tub, etc. Circular stairs lead to loft above, w/ egress door, potential for balcony. Electric wave heaters throughout. Exterior stucco & architectural shingles. Crawl space access via walk-in closet. Access to Dream Way and retreat centers via Spanish Creek Rd. Greenbelt trails nearby. 10 min from Crestone, an Int'l Dark Skies community, with 2 local schools. Call for more info!