Colorado Freedom House - 1776. That's right, 1776 sq ft of pure Colorado freedom! Your front door opens to 45 acres of National Forest - hike wild, unmarked Manhead Mountain with zero trespassing. Friendly neighbors just over the fence, yet you'll feel a world away. Built California-earthquake strong with 2X6 walls, this south-facing retreat drinks sunlight through vinyl double-pane windows and 8-ft ceilings. Hardwood floors everywhere, brand-new floors in kitchen, guest bath, and laundry. Kitchen glows with oak cabinets, breakfast bar, and a huge window over the sink so you never miss the forest while rinsing dishes. Heat? A legendary Quadra-Fire wood stove (83 % efficient) plus baseboard electric averaging $100/month throughout the year. 700-ft well - no cistern, no hauling water. Seasonal stream, wild peppermint, 3 apple trees, chokecherry tree, and a tiny hot spring keep the wildlife parade coming year-round. Upstairs: - Primary suite - walk-in closet, big windows, mountain views - 2nd & 3rd bedrooms - pine views, deep closets - 4 piece bath upstairs with Clawfoot tub + main-floor 1/2 bath. Two porches: one off the kitchen for BBQ flow, one out front for coffee, watching the aspen grove explode gold every September. Detached and oversized 2-car garage (663 sf) with heated wood-stove workshop + shelving. Separate 160 sq ft electric Patriot office/studio (electric done professionally, and permitted). 7-ft ceilings for the heated crawlspace, metal roof, fresh paint, 50-gal water heater, wood-nook right behind the Quadra-Fire. Rock outcroppings shield you from the world; big meadows beg for stargazing during warm summer nights. Glacier View Meadows throws potlucks and holiday fun - friendly when you want, invisible when you don't. Fort Collins - 35 min. Internet strong through Starlink. Bring hiking boots, telescope, and apple-pie recipe. Leave the city chaos behind. (Heated living area = 1,776 sf (1,616 sf main + 160 sf permitted studio; docs in MLS).
