Enjoy Colorado living surrounded by 2.5 acres w/breathtaking views of the mountains & mature forest. This luxury home nestled in Higby Estates, is just minutes away from I-25 & all the conveniences of city life. Grand covered front porch invites you to the front door. Entry opens to foyer w/solid hardwd flrs that flow throughout the main lvl. Formal living rm has gas fireplace w/custom surround, & built ins. Nearby bright & airy great room featuring cathedral ceilings, floor to ceiling brick fireplace surround, hardwd floors, & wall of windows framing the views of the landscape. Formal dining rm has crown molding & easy access to the kitchen. The fabulous views & natural light continue in the well-appointed kitchen. Enjoy high-end stainless-steel appliances, dble ovens, gas cook-top, expansive granite countertops, pantry hard-wd flrs, tile backsplash, can lighting, & built-in glass front cabinets. This a chef/entertainer's dream kitchen! The adjoining breakfast nook is surrounded by windows w/views of the mountains, from here you can access the newer composite deck w/ built-in grill & fridge. backyard landscaping totally redone; gas firepit, covered concrete patio w/ pendant lighting. Back inside escape to the main lvl master suite loaded w/amenities; walk-out access to deck, gas FP, tray ceiling, & luxury 5pc bath & walk-in closet. Main lvl office has gas FP & wd flrs. Head downstairs to the walk-out lower lvl offering an open family rm w/ 9' ceilings & wrap around letting in the natural light. One basement bedrm boasts private bath. The other 2 bedrms share full bath w dbl vanities. Upstairs has the same bedroom/bath combinations plus a loft space overlooking the great room. Bonus items incl; Main level laundry w/ wall of cabinets & sink, central A/C, & more!