Secluded Rocky Mountain Retreat Near Telluride and Ouray

House, 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper Sofa Bed, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4 adults max or 2 adults w/2 small children comfortably)

Approximately a 1/2 hour drive to Telluride's endless festivals, world class skiing, excellent restaurants, shopping, art, and much more.

This light and bright custom designed 1900 sq. foot gorgeous home which sleeps 4 persons comfortably (4 adults max or 2 adults w/2 small children) is located on 35 acres. Just 15 minutes from Ridgway off Highway 62 on the way to Telluride. Ouray is a quick 25 minute drive. Spend the day exploring this quintessential western old mining town with its world class ice climbing park.

Home to varied wildlife, this home lies at approximately 8500 ft. elevation amongst aspen groves and ponderosa pines. Watch the deer and elk through the spacious windows. Relax on the deck with a cool drink and watch the skies glow while the sun goes down behind the mountains. You will enjoy the 70 degree temps and cool mountain air in the summertime! Don't forget to bring your hiking boots and mountain bike. The 4.7 mile Whiskey Charlie trail passes through the front of the property. This former historic Rio Grande Southern Railroad is perfect for hiking and mountain biking.

If you climb up 300 feet behind the house, you will experience amazing views of the Mt Sneffels mountain range.

**During The Winter Months (Nov 1-May 1), The Roads And The Driveway On This Property Are Plowed And Maintained Regularly. NO EXCEPTIONS - A 4X4 vehicle is necessary for Winter Months with good all terrain tires in addition to chains or tire socks.**br>
Amenities are as follows:

*Spacious bright living room with a wood burning fireplace

*Completely equipped designer stainless steel kitchen with dual fuel range. French door refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher and knotty alder cabinetry.

*Upstairs master suite (king bed) with 3 sided gas fireplace and Satellite/HD TV in armoire. Full bathroom with dual sinks, and a HUGE walk-in shower!

*Bright guest bedroom with a separate walk-in closet and private showered bath.

*Cozy sitting/dining room with table

*Laundry room: washer/dryer and plenty of storage

*HUGE deck with a hot tub and patio furniture

Ridgway is the northern entrance of the scenic San Juan Skyway. An All-American Road which serves as a crossroad for commerce, transportation, history and scenery. The San Juan Skyway is one of the most spectacular roadways in the U.S. as it winds through unmatched scenery — it is a photographer’s dream.

Nestled in the picturesque Uncompahgre Valley and surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks of the Cimarron and San Juan Mountains, Ridgway is the “Gateway to the San Juans.” The movies True Grit and How the West was Won were both shot in the area.

There are many activities for families to enjoy while they are in the area:

During the summer, spring, and fall months there is historic/scenic driving, walking, hiking, biking, river rafting, kayaking, fishing, ATV and 4x4 jeep touring, hot balloon adventures, horseback riding, hot springs soaking, rock climbing, tennis (in Ridgway Town Park), and golfing (The Divide Ranch and Club on Log Hill). In addition, there is camping, boating, fishing, and walking in Ridgway State Park. Visit the Mesa Verde National Park cliff dwellings. Or take in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison with its spectacular canyon views and cool Gunnison River waters just east of Montrose.

During the winter months, there is snow skiing, snowmobiling, snow shoeing, ice climbing, sledding, and much more.

Additionally, Telluride offers festivals almost every weekend of the summer season and has world class skiing during the winter months. Telluride has four waterfalls, the highest concentration of 14,000-ft. peaks in North America, and the most high-altitude passes.

Colorful hiking includes fields of wildflowers that begin to bloom in June and peak in July. Experience yellows, reds, and burnt orange color in late September and early October. Or take in the snow and serenity of the Rockies during the winter.

**NO dogs or other animals, including service and therapy animals, are permitted on the property due to life-threatening animal dander allergies of the host.
**There is a RING camera located on the front porch. It is used to monitor the exterior of our home.