Private, hugely desirable 8.5 acre mountain preserve on an idyllic setting of aspen trees, views of Pikes Peak, usable acreage w/ a blacktop driveway! Rustic 4,540 sqft mountain home completely remodeled covered front deck, w/ new features including: New class 4 composite roof; Hickory hardwood flooring on the main level; custom plantation blinds throughout; new Hickory cabinetry and granite countertops + butcher block island, farm sink & new stainless steel appliances. Living area features a Jotul wood-burning stove, views overlooking Pikes Peak to the Southeast; main level laundry along w/ a Butler pantry; dog shower & a large doggie door; Main level owners suite also includes Hickory flooring, adjacent the remodeled primary bathroom w/ double vanity, jetted tub, a walk-in steam shower w/ dual shower heads, + a walk-in closet. 3 additional main level bedrooms w/ new carpeting, in addition to a remodeled full bath. The lower level includes 9 ft. ceilings, a comfortable family room including a corner gas fireplace, adjacent an office space, in addition to a non-conforming bedroom. Wonderful unfinished storage area/exercise room w/ rock climbing walls, also equipped with a “safe” room/wine cellar. There is an expansive rear deck, great for entertaining, & freshly stained, adjacent a custom-built pavilion on a concrete pad w/ a freestanding fireplace & 6 person hot tub. Fenced in yard for pets too! Mechanical updates include a new furnace in 2023, all natural gas appliances. Wander the trail system on the property to find an insulated treehouse & riding track for the kids! Parcel has no covenants or HOA, & includes an excellent 4 gpm well! Located just 15 minutes from Woodland Park, & just 7 minutes to Divide! Also only 1.5 hours to ski areas, & local trout fishing is just 20-30 minutes away. Hiking trails into National Forest are accessed across the street, as well as through a shortcut off the rear of the property. Located in the heart of recreational playgrounds!