This 4500 square foot, $2.5 million custom executive home sits majestically on it own bluff with fantastic views overlooking the heart of Historic Downtown Durango and the beautiful La Plata Mountains. Very private, one of a kind, 14 acre retreat backs up to a public wildlife preserve with miles of bike paths and hiking, but only seconds from Hillcrest Golf Course and all of the conveniences and excitement of downtown! Our large five bedroom home is beautifully decorated in the southwestern style of the area with all of the amenities that you would expect to find in a custom home of this size. Surrounded by decks for your enjoyment and outdoor entertainment, complete with large hot tub, and private deck off of the master bedroom for enjoying that morning cup of coffee or watching the sunset over the mountains. Three seperate floors, each with their own bedrooms and baths, are perfect for multiple families, yet the open great-room with huge rock fireplace, gourmet kitchen and plenty of dining area make it perfect for the entire group to gather together. This is the ideal vacation home for family reunions, wedding parties, corporate retreats, or several couples/families that just want to get away together. Within a few minutes of our home you can be golfing at Hillcrest Golf Course or cross country skiing in winter, fishing in the Animas River, hunting for Elk in the surrounding mountains, hiking up Horse Gulch Canyon, or shopping in historic downtown Durango. Dont miss riding the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad located within a mile of the home! Durango Mountain Ski Resort and the Durango Airport are a short 25 minute drive, and the Anasazi Indian Ruins are 35 minutes away. If you are looking for that private vacation retreat blended with a touch of elegant southwest flair, fabulous views and convenience to downtown, you'll love our place!