Jon Johnson, Sherpa Real Estate, C: 970-946-3112, jon@sherparealestate.com, www.crenmls.com: Oh, you are in for a treat! Located a short distance from historic Old Town Pagosa Springs and a short drive to thetranquil Echo Lake State Recreation Area, this stunning, custom mountain retreat is "extra" everything. Resting on aprivate hilltop, your eyes will wander between the tall pines, mighty Pagosa Peak, and a lovely forest meadow thatwelcomes local wildlife. As you approach, you’ll get a taste of the hand-hewn timber frame and covered deck thatmake this a postcard stunner. With a rare three-car garage, you can bring all your gear and toys with plenty of roomto spare. Plus, the house is ready to manage from a distance with app-controlled thermostat, door locks, securitysystem/cameras, and roof heaters. Fresh air, alpine breezes, four distinctively magnificent seasons, and three privateacres provide extra room to spread out and enjoy your mountain lifestyle.Step inside this Eddie Dale-built signature home and take in this single-story beauty’s inviting personality andextensive upgrades. Warm woods, hickory floors, a flowing floor plan, and tall, exposed timber-frame ceilings inviteyou to settle-in to mountain-cozy goodness, or invite your friends for lively entertainment. The house was designedboth to pamper and to play. The expansive living room features a dry-stack stone fireplace with a chunky mantle andwall-to-wall windows that draw your eyes to the pine-covered hills. Flow from the grand living room into the cozydining room with adjacent outdoor deck.Enjoy the tree-house feel from the master suite as well, either cozied up in front of the custom copper fireplacesurround or perched among the pine tops on an intimate deck. The master suite features walk-in his and hers closets,soaking tub, dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and loads of crafted tile. Plumbing and electrical fixtures are upgradedthroughout the home. Each of the 2 guest bedroom suites is filled with natural light and charm, with private baths andample closet space. Fine finishes, including aspen tongue and groove ceilings in the living room and sturdyAlderwood doors and trim throughout, create a welcoming environment for you and your guests.The kitchen is a functional masterpiece with stunning leather-look countertops, slab granite-top island, and heartyhickory cabinets. Enjoy your culinary time with the sizeable walk-in pantry, brand new Wolf microwave, newerupgraded KitchenAid appliances, and gas cook top with stainless steel hood. Your morning can start slow in thedelightful breakfast nook, replete with views of the east range San Juan peaks and Squaretop Mountain, or stepoutside into the glass enclosed sunroom with solar shades to observe all of the amazing wildlife activity thatsurrounds this property. A few steps further across the flagstone patio and you can enjoy a spacious outdoor deckwith custom ambient lighting that makes evening star-gazing a delight. On the West facing side of the home, acovered Man Cave/BBQ area with wood burning stove makes for all-season fun.Celebrate the beauty of Colorado in the natural, low-maintenance landscaping with ranchette style fencing. Thesouth-facing gravel driveway encourages winter snows to melt away while low maintenance features including heatedroof eaves, TREX decking, and stamped, colored concrete help you spend your time enjoying your holiday in the 2.8million acres of National Forest and wilderness that surround our friendly village.