2368a Needles View Pl, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Property Description

This extraordinary 35+ acre high mountain riverfront retreat offers a rare blend of privacy, water, and wilderness. Perched above the pristine Rito Blanco River, it borders the San Juan National Forest on two sides. Sold furnished this is a true alpine escape located in a gated community 14 miles from Pagosa Springs. The land is lush with a perfect mix of open meadows, towering pines, fir and aspen groves. The river runs through the property with an additional creek and a stocked pond to create an unmatched setting for both relaxation and recreation. The main home captures classic mountain style with a warm, inviting interior featuring a dramatic two-story river rock fireplace, log accents, tongue-and-groove ceilings, and wood floors throughout. The newly renovated kitchen will delight the chef in the family with an island, bar seating, breakfast nook, coffee station, stainless appliances and corner pantry, all open to the living area. Enjoy unobstructed views of Square Top Mountain from the dining room and expansive wrap-around deck, where the sights and sounds of the river are ever-present. The main level includes a primary suite with a new tiled shower and soaking tub overlooking the river. There is a second suite on the main for guests plus a powder room. The upper level offers a game room with pool table, third guest suite, two additional bedrooms, full bath, and bunk/playroom—ideal for a large family or numerous guests. A heated two-car attached garage includes a dog wash along with a large mud/laundry room and gun safe. Sparks creek runs along the separate guest house with another two-car garage, bedroom, office, kitchen, and full bath—perfect for guests or a caretaker. Fully fenced and cross-fenced for horses, the property also includes storage for equipment and mountain toys. Step directly into endless outdoor recreation with access out your backdoor to hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and riding into thousands of acres of national forest. The Rito Blanco Ranch offers exceptional privacy with year-round access. This is an unparalleled riverfront mountain getaway.