Description
Rare, eco-friendly home with a living roof and a passive solar design that blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. The house sits on the 40th parallel and boasts a 240-degree view of the Continental Divide, Winter Park Resort and Byers Peak. This one of a kind, low maintenance house, was designed by the architect to emulate the Ledges campsite in the Grand Canyon. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by large windows that allow natural light to flood the interior. The passive solar design ensures that the home stays warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The most unique feature of this home is its living roof, which is covered in vegetation and provides insulation, absorbs rainwater, and helps to regulate the temperature inside the home. Located on almost 16 acres!Upstairs, you'll find a spacious bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Step out on the grassy roof and take in the stunning scenery. There is also a private loft space, the perfect office or kids' hideaway. Additional features of this home include a two-car garage, ample storage space, and a large patio where you can enjoy the fresh mountain air and stunning sunsets. The land is bursting with an abundance of summer wildflowers and various local trees and vegetation. There is even a seasonal stream in the lower section of the property.
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2BEDS
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15.82ACRES
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2BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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2,112SQFT
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$616$/SQFT
School Ratings & Info
Description
Rare, eco-friendly home with a living roof and a passive solar design that blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. The house sits on the 40th parallel and boasts a 240-degree view of the Continental Divide, Winter Park Resort and Byers Peak. This one of a kind, low maintenance house, was designed by the architect to emulate the Ledges campsite in the Grand Canyon. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by large windows that allow natural light to flood the interior. The passive solar design ensures that the home stays warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The most unique feature of this home is its living roof, which is covered in vegetation and provides insulation, absorbs rainwater, and helps to regulate the temperature inside the home. Located on almost 16 acres!Upstairs, you'll find a spacious bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Step out on the grassy roof and take in the stunning scenery. There is also a private loft space, the perfect office or kids' hideaway. Additional features of this home include a two-car garage, ample storage space, and a large patio where you can enjoy the fresh mountain air and stunning sunsets. The land is bursting with an abundance of summer wildflowers and various local trees and vegetation. There is even a seasonal stream in the lower section of the property.
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