This beautifully unique home is located on 2+ acres behind Pikes Peak between Divide and Cripple Creek. The log home was built on land overlooking aspen meadows that hosts Rocky Mountain wildlife & spectacular mountainous views. Natural light flows into a Great Room featuring vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, wood floors, lots of south-facing wood windows, wet bar and a functional wood stove. Also on the main level, you'll find primary suite with walk-in closet and adjoining bathroom, 2nd bedroom, full bath and laundry. The kitchen has custom tile counters, tile floors, and another functional wood stove. There is an insulated attic with pull-down stairs for lots of storage. Plenty of spaces to enjoy the weather and wildlife featuring a covered front porch with porch swing, back deck overlooking aspen meadows, or brick patio complete with fire pit. The lower level mother-in-law apt has own outside entry & features a family room, office with French doors, 2 bedrooms, 2nd kitchen, full bath and second laundry can also be opened to upper level with adjoining locking doors. *The detached 2 car garage has a large workshop with heating, plumbing, functional wood stove, tile floors, pine wood ceiling, built-in cabinets, 3/4 bath and French doors leading to its own deck. The garage also has an upstairs bedroom with 3 skylights and plenty of storage, closed off with custom made doors. Also an attached carport for SUV's, boats, etc., 2 storage sheds, 3+ outdoor parking spots , & fencing. This property is perfectly placed for regular hikes at the Dome Rock Wildlife Reserve, Mueller State Park, and access to the greater Rocky Mountain ranges. Entertainment is minutes away in historic Cripple Creek with casinos, fine dining and community. Fishing all around, Colorado skiing only hrs away, an hour from CO Springs, another from Denver, only 30 mins from Woodland Park which makes it convenient for year-around living or the perfect vacation home.