$1,025,000

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED — AND THAT'S THE POINT. If easy paved-road access is at the top of your mountain-home wish list, this isn't the property for you. But if privacy, sweeping year-round mountain views, U.S. Forest Service frontage, peaceful silence, and a true escape from the ordinary are what you're looking for, keep reading. Tucked away on 3.01 acres at the end of a private gravel mountain road and bordering U.S. Forest Service land, this extraordinary 4BR/4.5BA lodge offers a setting increasingly difficult to find. Four-wheel/all-wheel-drive vehicles make easy work of the gravel road. For the right buyer, that rugged approach is part of what makes this property special. Inside, 3,617 square feet of beautifully crafted mountain living awaits, with high ceilings and wood beams, a massive stone fireplace, dramatic great room with stunning iron chandelier, granite kitchen and two levels of expansive covered porches overlooking a view you must see to believe. The main-level primary suite captures the view through French doors leading to a serene outdoor sitting area. Two additional ensuite bedrooms connected by an open bridge overlooking the great room occupy the upper level. The terrace level offers a fourth ensuite bedroom, game room, wet bar and hot tub. The lower level opens to a large two-car basement garage with workbench, sink and abundant storage. A paved driveway ends at a level area beneath the porte cochre, providing covered access to the front door and additional parking beyond. Features include a whole-house generator and private well. Perfect for family getaways, girls' weekends, a private hunting lodge or luxury vacation rental. No HOA or HOA fees. Surrounded by nature and a handful of secluded million-dollar retreats, this property offers that rare feeling of being completely away from it all while still knowing you're not entirely on your own. It's the best of both worlds: alone, but not alone.