This peaceful mountain hideaway offers two benefits not often found together: amazing unobstructed mountain views and a location close to downtown Durango. Nestled above Chelsey Acres, the cute adobe-style home is only 12 minutes from downtown Durango. The views from this location really must be seen to be appreciated. The 5.1-acre lot is secluded, quiet, and private. Bright and welcoming, the home makes the most of its amazing views with plenty of windows as well as a skylight in the master bedroom. The house captures the first and last rays of the sun each day and is beautifully lit with natural light. The three-bedroom, two-bath home has a Mediterranean feel with stucco walls and Saltillo tiled flooring. The sunroom/dining area is the perfect place to sit with good book and a cup of coffee while watching the abundant wildlife that frequent the surrounding forest. Numerous shade trees and straw bale insulation make the home cozy in the winter and cool in the summer. The straw bale construction is eco-friendly, fire-retardant, and provides excellent insulation. A garden with two raised beds right outside of the kitchen door is the perfect place to raise vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Beautiful landscaping and trees around the home add to its appeal. A beautiful boulder garden on the property is a peaceful place to reflect, especially when the seasonal waterfall runs with melted snow. This special home has much to offer and is just waiting to be discovered by its perfect new owner who will love it as much as its previous owners have.