Welcome to this iconic lakefront home in Durango, Colorado located down a secluded winding road through the aspen and pine trees of the San Juan Forest, perched on the edge of Columbine Lake and only one mile to Purgatory resort. This exceptional property presents a captivating transformation of the original log cabin into a breathtaking French country cottage, seamlessly blending rustic charm with elegant sophistication. Nestled amidst the awe-inspiring mountain landscape, this 2,228 sq ft home offers unparalleled views of the serene lake from nearly every room. Adorned with authentic French antique fixtures and iron work, artisan stone and tile, and a leaded glass Dutch front door handmade by Durango craftsman Doug Christie. The custom French tile roof, where each tile was carefully sourced and imported from France, including the installer, adds an authentic touch of European elegance. The exterior boasts intricate stonework and detailing, iron railings crafted by Durango artist Kelly Hurford, and custom wood windows further accentuating the timeless beauty of this home. This distinctive home is warm and inviting, yet roomy enough to feel luxurious. With two bedrooms offering lake views, as well as a spacious loft that comfortably fits three twin beds, there is ample room to accommodate guests and create cherished memories. The guest bathroom is a true masterpiece, featuring a hammered copper tub where you can unwind and soak away the cares of the day while admiring the craftsmanship of the custom vanity and decor. The upholstered ceiling in the primary suite adds a touch of opulence and softness to the room, while the stone flooring, laid in a herringbone pattern, creates a timeless and sophisticated ambiance. A cozy alcove is thoughtfully designed for the bed and strategically positioned to provide stunning views of the lake through oversized windows. The custom stone shower welcomes you into the thoughtfully designed primary bathroom. French-styled vanities exude elegance, while beautiful built-in storage ensures ample space for all your essentials. Custom wall paintings add a touch of artistic flair, elevating the ambiance and further enhancing the serene and calming atmosphere of this space. Completing the primary suite is a large walk-in closet with ample built-in shelving to accommodate your wardrobe needs and organize your belongings with ease. Enjoy cozy evenings with in-floor radiant heat or the captivating stone fireplace in the spacious and open living room with vaulted ceilings and the beauty of the wood from the original cabin surrounding you. The open floor plan seamlessly connects the living and dining room, allowing for effortless flow and a sense of togetherness. As you move through the space, your attention will be drawn to the gourmet kitchen, a culinary masterpiece that exudes both style and functionality. Custom stone flooring sets the foundation, while intricate tile details at every corner add a touch of artistry and sophistication. The custom vent hood is a stunning focal point that commands attention and is expertly accentuated by the custom cabinetry. The large windows create the perfect space to cook, entertain, or simply enjoy your morning coffee. Step outside onto the patio and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the lake while enjoying the abundant wildlife including Canadian geese, moose, and hummingbirds. The patio features a built-in Dacor gas grill, allowing you to savor delightful al fresco dining experiences while relishing the stunning backdrop of the lake and surrounding landscape. Stroll through the gardens and enjoy countless perennials conveniently watered with a drip system connected to a cistern. One of the most remarkable features of this property is the direct and private access to the water with over 350 feet of waterfront property. Imagine mornings spent on the shore, paddling out in your kayak or paddle board.
This magnificent 35-acre equestrian property features views of the La Plata Mountains and panoramic views of incredible Durango area landscape. The home is located in the Durango Ridge Ranch gated community, less than 20-minutes from downtown Durango, with a newly constructed horse barn. The property offers end of the road privacy backing up to over 3000 acres of State of Colorado land known as the Perins Peak State Wildlife Area. The new property owner will have access to this wildlife area directly from the subdivision for riding, hiking or even elk and deer hunting.
After an enchanted forest drive the house and barn come into view with Silver Mountain in the background. The gorgeous custom craftsman-style 3934 sq.ft. home features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a 2-car attached garage, a potting room/fly shop and storage room. The home is constructed of Rastra block, an insulated concrete form made of 85% recycled materials with an R-value of 40 and rammed earth interior accent walls. All interior walls are Venetian plaster, and all interior doors are solid wood and hand finished.
The red flagstone walk leads to the front door and into the entry hallway. The living area has an aspen tongue and grove ceiling with Douglas fir cross-beams, and a hand-cut sandstone wood-burning fireplace with gas starter. A cozy library with another fireplace is the perfect place to sit back and relax! French doors transport you to a dream vacation spot right in your backyard with a north-facing covered patio framing stunning views of the mountains! Twenty-four-inch-thick arches with lighted niches separate the living/dining area.
The chef’s kitchen features Ponderosa ceilings with reclaimed oak beams, granite counter tops with a rough edge finish, Brazilian Cherry cabinets with a built-in pantry and desk, and stainless-steel appliances. The private master suite is an oasis. It offers bamboo flooring, an earth block accent wall with a built-in platform for a king size bed, a walk-in closet and an exterior door leading to the hot tub deck with views of the mountains. The bathroom features a walk-in shower, a Japanese soaking tub with a carved accent wall and floor tiled with tumbled travertine marble and slate accents.
The upper level opens to the family room with bamboo flooring, wet bar, fridge, built-in oak cabinets and a shuffleboard table. On this level you will also find a full bath, an en suite guest bedroom, and another bedroom.
The barn, built in 2017, is 36 ft x 36 ft with two twelve-foot overhangs, one outside the stalls in the dry lot, the other providing covered trailer storage and a 30-amp electrical outlet. The barn has a 12-foot center aisle, three horse stalls, a tack room and a spacious second level for additional storage. The barn also features a hot and cold wash rack with hose boom and heat lamp, as well as a kitchen with cabinets, microwave, refrigerator, hot and cold water, heated baseboard and a toilet. All stalls have mats and two stalls have freeze proof “water fountains”. Next to the barn is a flat, dry lot for your horses. And the property has approximately a 1.7 acre fenced pasture area for turn-out.
An excellent 35 gallon per minute water well provides plenty of water for the property and horses. Many improvements and upgrades to the property have been made, including a rail perimeter fence, outdoor hot tub on a TREX deck, extensive landscaping, a chip sealed driveway with a concrete apron, and a new rainwater cistern pump. The home also has recently updated boiler, hot water heater, pressure tank, garage door openers, dishwasher, oven, refrigerator, cooktop and gutters.
With this stunning property and incredible custom home, you will surely find yourself enjoying friends and family in one of the most beautiful settings in Durango!
We are a video production services based in Durango, Colorado serving the greater Four Corners region including Cortez, Pagosa Springs, Silverton, Telluride, Ouray, Montrose, Moab and Farmington. We offer a range of production capabilities including television commercials, documentary work, corporate and industrial web video, wedding and event video, real estate video, deposition and legal video.
Watch highlights from our company’s past production work to see what we can do for you. The Video Production Reel features regional TV commercial work for Comcast, and much more. Prominent clients include Honeyville, The Wells Group Real Estate Brokerage, Mercy Regional Medical Center, Durango Motor Company, San Jaun Basin Public Health, Southern Ute Indian Tribe, PESCO Inc., Kessee Motor Company, Utterly Engaged, Crossfit Catacombs, Sherpa Real Estate, Southwest Ag and Music in the Mountains.
Over the past year’s we have added many more clients and video content to watch. View more of our most recent work here.
We had amazing opportunity to work with Paige Florence of Florence Farms to produce a marketing video for her premium race horse hay production business. Her company has partnered with a family farm in Cortez, Colorado, who over the ages has perfected the art of high quality hay production. The video is comprised entirely of drone footage, and features some incredible dawn and sunrise footage. Paige uses this marketing video as a way to introduce her premium hay product to discerning buyers.
Six years ago we produced a TV commercial commemorating the 30th anniversary of the area’s leader in real estate. The Wells Group Real Estate Brokerage founded by two skiing buddies, has since become the most recognized and trusted real estate brokerage in La Plata County, and their agents have accomplished this simply by doing their best to be good neighbors. We are proud to have teamed up with the Wells Group again in 2021 to produce a fresh and new extended TV commercial reemphasizing their love and commitment to their community!
Profesional video production services and Wedding Videography based in Durango, Colorado and serving the greater Four Corners region including Cortez, Pagosa Springs, Bloomfield, Silverton, Telluride, Ouray, Montrose, Moab, Utah and Farmington, New Mexico offering a range of production capabilities including TV commercials, documentary work, corporate and industrial web video, wedding videos, real estate video and video depositions.
As a director of photography in Durango, I’ve worked with big brands on large productions for companies such as AT&T, Coca-Cola, Lincoln Hotel Group, HGTV, Sierra Club, Grand Gulf Energy, One Energy and Tuffy Security Products. Whether you need a large production team for a video shoot in the Southwest, or a Durango videographer to promote your business we can provide premium cinematic video content that engages your audience.
As a Durango videographer with over 15 years experience in Southwest Colorado, I also provide video services for the non-profit sector, TV commercials for regional auto dealers and video of Durango tourist attractions. We also have a large archive of Durango, Colorado video b-roll on hand to add eye-catching visuals to any regional video project.
As a video production company dedicated to producing the very best video content for your brand, we are also motion graphics pros in After Affects and have the capability to add a produced look to any video by creating custom animations of your logo and other graphic elements that will make your video stand out.
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