The magnificent 9,583 square foot owner residence is a work of art with high quality materials and craftsmanship, created to accentuate the breath-taking vistas up and down the valley. The custom dwelling was designed to provide a relaxing retreat for its owners while also accommodating guests in three comfortable suites, all with floor-to-ceiling windows and gorgeous views. Located just 20 minutes from downtown Steamboat Springs, the property is easy to access yet remains a private and tranquil oasis.

The Facts

Home Specs and Features

-The style is Craftsman Contemporary, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright with clean lines, rich woodwork in cherry, fir, and cedar, and Wright-inspired stained glass.

-The home is 9,583 square feet with an attached three-bay garage providing an additional 1,080 square feet for vehicles, storage, and workbench.

-The design incorporates high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize the spectacular views from every bedroom and the main living areas.

-The three spacious guest bedroom suites all have tasteful baths, walk-in closets, and wool carpeting. One of them, the special master guest suite, features a fireplace and a Jacuzzi tub in addition to its large shower.

-The home was designed by Bill Rangitsch of Steamboat Architectural Associates and built by Ric Ostrom of MEO Construction, both top firms based in Steamboat Springs.

-The floor plan is designed to accentuate the views of Hahns Peak, Elk Mountain, the Elk River valley, and Mount Werner.

-The home blends into its setting by utilizing existing grades, a low profile, and buried utilities. It sits on a bench on the brow of the hill as Wright would have specified.

-High quality materials are used throughout the home imported stone countertops, some with 50-million year old fossils, imported limestone flooring, Telluride Gold dry stack stone fireplaces, ultra durable hardwood floors of spotted gum (eucalyptus), tongue-in-groove ceilings, and rich woodworking with clear cherry cabinets, doors, and trim.

-Massive yet delicate fir beams differentiate interior spaces and structurally allow high ceilings and plentiful eight-foot tall windows.

-Five stone fireplaces (three gas, two wood burning) including a large outdoor fireplace make the home cozy and comfortable in addition to the in-floor heating throughout.

-The formal entry and vestibule welcome guests, while the spacious mud room provides ample storage for outdoor clothes, boots, etc.

-Wide gallery hallways were designed for showcasing art with an art gallery hanging system and spotlights.

-The kitchen was designed by a gourmet chef and can easily accommodate many collaborating chefs with three sinks, three ovens, two cooktops, a large Subzero refrigerator, an equally large Subzero freezer, two under-counter refrigerators, three dishwashers, walk-in pantry, beautiful cherry cabinets above with art glass, and more than ample drawers and lower cabinets, all with pull-out shelves.

-An internal waterfall and stream give a sensual visual and auditory background for the guest wing as well as humidifying the home.

-The master wing features a spacious bedroom with gas fireplace, hidden TV projector and drop-down screen, wet bar, private patios, two offices, laundry, his-and-her bathrooms and dressing rooms/closets plus a -Jacuzzi soaking tub and an exquisite curved tile shower in a shared bath.

T-here are two powder rooms, one upstairs and one down.

-The lower walk-out level consists of a game room with mini-kitchen, a home theater, an exercise room, a crafts and gift wrapping area, and a wine storage room. The exercise room has its own full bathroom and closets to double as an extra guest suite.

-The home is completely wheelchair accessible, including an elevator, and one of the guest suites was designed for wheelchair access to its sinks and shower.

-The exterior of the home is equally appealing with stone work, windows, multiple patios, native landscaping and outdoor entertaining spaces.

-The attached large three-car garage has floor drains, work benches, substantial storage and a back-up generator.There is an additional three-car garage nearby for additional vehicles such as snowmobiles and other toys.

-The home has efficient in-floor heating throughout and outdoor snow-melting heat for sidewalks and patio. There is a house-wide high quality audio system, both wired and Wi-Fi networking everywhere, two built-in vacuum systems, an alarm system, and ample lighting.

FACTS for fishing only:

-Stunning 797 acres located in the heart of the bucolic Elk River Valley

-Outstanding trout fishing on 1 mile of Elk River as it meanders through the ranch

-Exceptional residence perched above the river valley with spectacular panoramic vistas

-9,583 square foot home is a work of art and well-suited for entertaining

-Irrigated hay meadows and rolling pasture lands complement the beautiful river corridor

-Diverse habitat and abundant water resources provide a healthy environment for cattle and a wide variety of wildlife species

-Conveniently located only 10 miles from resort town amenities in Steamboat Springs