Katri Annast, RE/MAX Pinnacle, C: 970-903-3902, katriannast@gmail.com, www.crenmls.com: This beautifully crafted custom 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3-car garage home sits on 1 acre, surrounded by 840 acres of open space and backing directly to the San Juan National Forest. Designed with exceptional woodwork and attention to detail, this craftsman-style home offers both warmth and sophistication, with expansive views and seamless access to nature.Designed for effortless main-level living, the home features a well-appointed layout where everyday essentials are conveniently located on one level. The living room is a showpiece, featuring a wall of windows, a striking two-sided floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and direct access to a large walk-out deck with breathtaking north and east-facing views. On the other side of the fireplace, a cozy dining room provides an inviting setting for intimate meals.The main-level primary suite is a private retreat with direct deck access, designed to accommodate a hot tub. The en-suite bath offers a steam shower, soaking tub, dual sinks, ample storage, and a spacious walk-in closet.The well-appointed kitchen includes a honeycomb-shaped breakfast area with large windows, abundant counter space, and seamless flow into the mudroom and laundry room, which provide direct access to the oversized 3-car garage.Upstairs, a large loft and a versatile office/bonus room create additional flexible space, along with a full bath.The lower level features two bedrooms and a full bath, with one bedroom offering a walkout to the yard—an ideal private space for guests. This level also includes a two large separate storage areas.Located in a picturesque mountain community, residents enjoy exclusive access to a lake perfect for fishing and paddleboarding, a community garden, stables, tennis and pickleball courts, and a network of biking and hiking trails. The 940-acre community, almost entirely surrounded by the San Juan National Forest, ensures both privacy and connection to nature, with ample open space and a trail system designed to create distance between neighboring properties. This setting is ideal for wildlife and bird watching, offering a true Colorado lifestyle immersed in nature.