- 1 bed
- 2 baths
- 2,318 sqft
- ~1 acre lot
- $237 per sqft
- 2001 build
- – on site
Once-in-a-generation opportunity to make The SunEarth II solar home your sanctuary, nestled high on the finest land in the Baca Grande, overlooking the great San Luis Valley & backing to S Crestone Creek - 150' away. <500' to USFS trails, lakes & 14ers above. Includes 1AC w/ option to purchase 1-acre parcels above & below (3AC tot). Designed by Paul Shippee, structural engineer & founder of Crestone Solar School, this home was meticulously crafted to highest efficiency standards. The home has active solar heat/hot water, is comfortable year round. Very little back-up heat is required. Paul received national recognition for solar designs/builds; via CSS, he sought to help others achieve similar results w/ their projects. Similar care & attention were paid to natural materials & aesthetics: deep rammed-earth walls, adobe floors & aspen posts on the main level; cathedral ceilings w/ vaulted vigas, straw bale insulation & natural plaster walls on the upper. The 2-lvl 2318sf home has open-concept 1BD/2BA w/ possibility of adding bedrooms. Enter via spacious mudroom/laundry w/ storage & south glazing - great for plants/starters. The bright kitchen features large central island, luxe soapstone counters, hammered copper sink & breakfast nook. Pass through the gorgeous portal into the large great room, your own observatory overlooking the SLV. Lots of south & west facing windows integrate w/ inviting natural floor/wall hues. French doors open onto small flagstone patio, perfect for summer sunsets. Big space for living, dining, entertaining, teaching, exercising - whatever the heart desires. The back door leads to an unfinished wood-fired sauna, covered storage, & of course, the creek. Understair storage & utility/storage room. Upstairs is the primary BD & full BA, a lrg space for sleeping, sitting/reading, meditating, w/ walk-in/bifold closets, & access to huge panoramic view deck. Fall asleep to sounds of the gurgling creek. Call now to tour this rare & special home!
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MLS# 4000954 —
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The Building
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Year Built:2001
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Builder Name:Other
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Builder Name:Paul Shippee
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Builder Model:SunEarth II
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Construction Materials:Adobe, Frame, Log, Rammed Earth, Stucco
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Building Area Total:2318
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Building Area Source:Public Records
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Structure Type:House
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Roof:Shingle, Membrane, Metal
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Levels:Two
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Basement:false
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Architectural Style:Spanish
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Exterior Features:Balcony, Garden, Private Yard
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Patio And Porch Features:Deck
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Window Features:Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
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Green Energy Efficient:Appliances, Construction, Exposure/Shade, HVAC, Insulation, Water Heater, Windows
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Above Grade Finished Area:2318
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Property Attached:false
Interior
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Interior Features:Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Suite, Sauna, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
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Furnished:Unfurnished
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Flooring:Concrete, Wood
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Fireplaces Total:1
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Fireplace Features:Free Standing, Kitchen, Wood Burning Stove
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Laundry Features:Sink
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:2318
Financial & Terms
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Ownership:Corporation/Trust
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Possession:Negotiable
Location
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Latitude:37.98654216
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Longitude:-105.6686664
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Parcel Number:460505000766
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Zoning:Residential Single Family
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Lot Features:Fire Mitigation, Foothills, Greenbelt, Landscaped, Many Trees, Master Planned, Open Space, Rock Outcropping, Secluded
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Lot Size Area:1
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Lot Size Acres:1
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Lot Size SqFt:43,560 Sqft
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Exclusions:Seller's personal property
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View:Mountain(s), Valley
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Horse:false
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Vegetation:Natural State, Partially Wooded, Pinon Pines, Sagebrush
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Road Frontage Type:Public
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Road Surface Type:Gravel
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (719) 480-5071
- Office phone:
- (719) 256-4198
Taxes
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Annual Amount:$2,590
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:1
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Upper Level Bedrooms:1
Baths
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Total Baths:2
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Full Baths:2
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Main Level Baths:1
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Upper Level Baths:1
The Listing
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Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=nWrMuf9g7Yn
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Active Solar, Electric, Hot Water, Passive Solar, Radiant Floor, Wood Stove
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Cooling:None
Utilities
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Utilities:Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane
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Sewer:Public Sewer
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Water Included:Yes
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Schools
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Elementary School:Crestone Charter
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Elementary School District:Moffat 2
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Middle Or Junior School:Crestone Charter
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Middle Or Junior School District:Moffat 2
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High School:Moffat
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High School District:Moffat 2
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Baca Grande Chalet One
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Association Amenities:Golf Course, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
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Association:true
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Association Name:Baca Grande Property Owners Association
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Association Fee:$690
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Association Fee Frequency:Annually
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Association Fee Annual:$690
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Association Fee Total Annual:$690
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Association Fee Includes:Reserves, Road Maintenance
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Senior Community:false
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Pets Allowed:Yes
Parking
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Parking Total:4
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Parking Features:Gravel
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Attached Garage:false
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$550,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$2,945
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Taxes | $215 |
Insurance | $151 |
HOA fees | $58 |
Utilities | $142 See report |
Total | $3,511/mo.* |
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