30620 Highway 72

BEAUTIFUL WOODED PROPERTY WITH CREEK AND 2 SPRING-FED PONDS. This unique gem in the foothills is only a 25-30 minute drive to Golden, Boulder or Arvada. This large, historic stone lodge sits on 5.33 acres. Enter the property through two large handcrafted stone pillars, cross the creek and the adventure begins. Relax on your huge covered deck, high in the tree canopy overlooking the front yard, babbling creek and waterfall. Take a walk over the wood bridge and follow a path to the stone-lined swimming pond. Have your morning coffee on the concrete patio adjacent to the fenced dog/play area and watch the sunrise. Up the hill behind the home you can hike, ski, snowshoe, horseback ride, camp or bike while enjoying the pines, hardwoods and endless birds and wildlife. Surrounded by all this natural beauty and still being within a 5 minute walk to a restaurant, coffee shop, liquor store, convenience store, post office, salon and gas station. The 2-story great room was used for musical and theatrical performances with an overlooking interior balcony. The large stone fireplace has been retrofitted with an efficient natural gas insert. The living room has a vaulted ceiling with wood logs and also features another stone fireplace with a gas insert. Recent updates provide modern conveniences while retaining the historic character. Recent renovations include: Lifetime Warranty Roof (2016), Vinyl Double Pane Windows (2018-2021), 200Amp Panel (2014), Concrete Patio (2023), (2) Natural Gas Forced Air Furnaces (2012/2013), (2) Natural Gas Fireplace Inserts (2022), Additional Insulation (2022), Septic Tank Replacement (2012), Kitchen/Bathroom redo (2013), Pex Plumbing (2012), Main Waste Lines (2018). HORSE PROPERTY? This property has a small hay shed behind the home, land to create riding trails and a year-round natural water supply! The back driveway has a recorded easement for easy access to or for your RV. Below there are 2 utility rooms with power and storage space.