942 Hidden Valley Dr, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Property Description

Experience the ultimate in gated ranch living in Hidden Valley Ranch, Pagosa Springs' most sought-after luxury community with a private 55 acre lake for residents.Watusi Ranch is a compound with two residences on 2 parcels totaling 100 acres and offers a unique blend of expansive space and end-of-the-road privacy. Ideal for hosting large family gatherings and entertaining distinguished guests. The approach to the ranch is highlighted by a grand full-round log triple porte-cochere with copper roof gutters and a magnificent handmade elk chandelier. Main Residence (Exquisite Craftsmanship and Design): The main log home is a masterpiece of high-end craftsmanship, featuring 100-year-old reclaimed wood floors from a tobacco warehouse, a river rock Rumford wood fireplace, and a handmade antler chandelier. The architecture harmoniously blends tall log beam supports with strategically placed drywall to maximize natural light, while pristine chinking and extensive covered decks envelop the main floor, offering ample outdoor living spaces. The main floor houses a luxurious primary suite, with additional guest rooms thoughtfully distributed across the upper and lower levels to ensure privacy for all. Entertainment options are abundant, with a game and media room perfect for pool, poker, or movie nights. Nearly 2,000 square feet of decks and outdoor entertainment areas include a fireplace and a fenced area for pets and expansive views of the Continental Divide. Guest Lodge (Elegance, Space and Comfort): The Guest Lodge offers five beautifully appointed bedrooms with breathtaking mountain peak views. The east end features a dedicated game room, perfect for gatherings. The lodge is impeccably designed with a spacious, well-equipped kitchen, abundant natural light, a cozy dining area, and a family room with a large rock fireplace. Two expansive decks provide additional outdoor space, ideal for relaxation and entertaining. The fully insulated and heated lower level accommodates vehicles, pontoon boats, ATVs, and other recreational equipment, with a drive-through workshop, storage, powder room, and mechanical room. Expansive and Diverse Landscapes: The ranch spans over 100 acres, rich with Ponderosa Pine, White Fir, Colorado Blue Spruce, and Aspens, offering spectacular views of the North and East ranges of the San Juan Mountains. The property includes three separate but contiguous tracts, providing numerous options for owners. Hidden Valley Ranch encompasses 300 acres of communal space, featuring a 55-acre private lake with a boat dock for small watercraft, and endless fishing opportunities. Enjoy serene canoeing or paddleboarding across the crystal-clear mountain waters. Proximity to Natural and Urban Attractions: A short drive from the ranch leads to multiple San Juan National Forest gates, granting access to 2.5 million acres of forest and wilderness. Explore destinations such as Four-Mile Falls, Quien Sabe Lake, and hidden forest trails. The ranch is conveniently located just six miles from Historic Downtown Pagosa Springs, where you can soak in the Pagosa Hot Springs, walk the San Juan River trail, float or fish the river, play disc golf on Res Hill, or dine at trendy mountain eateries. Wolf Creek Ski Area is only 25 minutes away, and Pagosa Mountain Hospital is just 10 minutes from downtown. For air travel, AvJet FBO at Steven’s Field accommodates both small and large private aircraft, while commercial flights via United and American Airlines are available an hour west at La Plata Airport near Durango.