440 Engineer Dr, Durango, CO 81301

Property Description

Welcome to your dream home site in the heart of Engineer Village, a picturesque haven nestled among evergreens and aspens. This desirable site offers breathtaking views of Engineer Mountain and Purgatory Resort and is the ideal place to build your Colorado mountain abode. The site is free from overhead power lines' visual interference and is situated away from the highway to provide a peaceful, uninterrupted panorama of the stunning surroundings. Local building expert Brett Metz of Summit Custom Homes has inspected and confirmed that this lot is one of the most buildable and cost-effective building sites in Engineer Village due to minimal blasting requirements. The property’s driveway can have a gentle east/ north curve thanks to the downward slope of Engineer Drive to the north and the property's gradient, ensuring a relatively level approach to a south-facing garage – a crucial element for your convenience. The lot purchase includes schematic architectural plans and renderings meticulously crafted by Summit Custom Homes for a 3,421+/- square foot residence, offering you a head start in the building process. The design focuses on maximizing views of Engineer Mountain and Purgatory Resort. Summit Custom Homes is readily available to discuss these plans with potential buyers, providing a solid foundation and potentially saving time and effort in the initial stages of construction. The lot has been thoughtfully cleared to support the building envelope while preserving the area's natural beauty, including aspen groves and towering pines. Engineer Village, a single-family home development adjacent to National Forest and across from Purgatory Resort, features central utilities, paved roads, air quality controls, a community recreation area, a trail system, and dark sky ordinances. Notably, short-term vacation rentals are allowed, opening up possibilities for rental income and 1031 exchanges. As owners, you'll be part of the Durango Mountain Master Association (DMMA), granting you access to a range of off-slope amenities, including a private owner's lounge/club, game room, pool, hot tub, fitness center, spa, tennis courts, and a resort shuttle service. Seize the opportunity to make this prime property in Engineer Village the canvas for your mountain dream home, where every detail has been carefully considered to offer you the ideal blend of tranquility, convenience, and luxury living.