353 Cottonwood Creek Road Durango, CO 81301

This immaculate one-level home at The Ranch in the picturesque N. Animas Valley is a special opportunity and is a wonderful blend of mountain, southwest and ranch styles. The circular driveway and covered front porch in the front of the home are friendly and welcoming and is a comfortable place to enjoy the beautiful landscaping, trout pond and mountain views. INTERIOR: This home is just over 2,300 square feet, and has an open floorplan, including a lovely great room with vaulted ceilings, wood and tile flooring, kiva gas fireplace, art niches, built-in bookshelves, generous sized dining area and kitchen, three private bedrooms and baths, plus a separate office, powder bath and laundry room. The spacious kitchen has been updated with gorgeous slab granite countertops, island with prep sink, and newer stainless steel appliances, with a second access door to the covered front porch, which is really another living room much of the year! The private primary bedroom suite has a gas kiva fireplace, walk-in closet, and french doors opening to a deck next to the water. Quality features include heated oversized two car garage with mezzanine for storage, heated driveway, air conditioning, Phantom retractable screens, and so much more. COMMUNITY: Meanwhile, back at “The Ranch” . . . . there's a slice of paradise, surrounded by panoramic views, trout ponds and the red Hermosa Cliffs. Securely nestled in the North Animas Valley, The Ranch is like no other residential community in SW Colorado. Over the years it has quietly grown into a community of homes and people who enjoy the outdoors, the Colorado lifestyle, and appreciate the conveniences and values of a planned community. Ownership entitles owners to use of common amenities such as a 30-acre wildlife preserve along the Hermosa Creek, trout fishing, tennis & pickleball court, RV storage area, extensive common ground areas, abundant irrigation water, and the privacy enjoyed with mature landscaping. Enjoy the beauty of the serene ponds and streams meandering throughout the community. This home has been lovingly maintained and is ready for the next owner to make memories in this special home and neighborhood.