Recently Reduced! With architects quoting up to 4 years start to finish on a custom home, and the best timber frame contractors are now approaching $1000 per square ft, perhaps the newly constructed Elk Ridge at Hidden Valley Ranch is the one for you? Seller Financing offered below market rates.LandThe town of Pagosa Springs was recently voted by Outside Magazine as one of the best smalltowns in America. Hidden Valley Ranch, developed by the Bass Family of Texas, is a one-of-a-kind gated community of +/- 1630 acres, developed into select 35 acre parcels surrounding 300acres of common recreation area, with the center-point being a custom designed 55 acre privatelake, stocked and managed as an incredible trophy trout fishery.The Ranch lies + - 5 miles north of Pagosa Springs on county-maintained access, nestled againstthe 1.8 million acre San Juan National Forest. The Ranch was selected with incredible waterrights to support the lake and resident ranch parcels with its very own central water system. Fullye-gated for security, the ranch parcels were designed for privacy and optimal views. Extensivehiking & trail system abound, as well as pickleball courts, an equestrian center for the horse lover, and access to the private lake with docking & boat launch. The lake was custom designedfor the specific purpose of producing world class trout - including monster rainbows & brownsdocumented to the mid 30 inch range! A day on this lake with family, friends, kids and/orgrandkids are what memories are truly made of! The Hidden Valley Ranch also enjoys wildlifesanctuary status with resident mule deer, nesting Bald Eagles, & and waterfowl of all types.. The lake was designed through extensive and meticulous planning, as well as a strong commitment toenvironmental stewardship. So keep your eyes open, as you may see our resident elk cross yourranch for a drink, or take their young out for a swim. With the $2500 average quarterly HOAdues going towards the management of extensive fire mitigation, central water systems -including fire hydrants, road & gate maintenance, dust control, and snow removal. HOA duesalso cover lake management which includes stocking, as well as weed and water management. The ranch also has its own fire sub-station with pumper truck. Taxes for 2021 were $12,244. ImprovementsIn an era where it could take years to acquire the finest fixtures, appliances, tile, and masterwoodworking that the world has to offer - let alone how many years most contractors are backedup - this recently completed turnkey (2021), + - 10,500 sq ft masterpiece of timber-frame &stone construction, has no equal. The finest contractors available recently completed this 4 yeardream & 2 year build. Utilizing state of the art architectural design, combined with energyefficient planning, this magnificent residence is truly something to behold. It is perfectlypositioned on the highest ridgeline ranch parcel for optimum views of the continental divide -while at the same time providing the highest levels of seclusion and privacy. No remodel battlewith contractors or suppliers needed!Family gatherings, general entertaining, or corporates retreats? You're set with 6 Bedrooms, 6full baths, bunk room with 6 custom built- in bunks, and an additional 3 1/2baths. State of the artclimate-controlled heat & air, 8 fireplaces (3 wood, 5 gas), an elevator, and an attached andheated 4 large vehicle garage - all add to the rare combination of sophistication and comfort theresidence provides.With 42% of America currently working from home, Starlink internet provider keeps yourfamily connected to the world, while providing the highest level of security and privacy. Fullyautomated technology controls lighting, HVAC, AV, security, and garage doors. In addition to the recreational entertainment provided at Elk Ridge, the home includes a state-of-the- art theatre roomready for your personally designed equipment, family game room, and dedicated walk-ingunroom with additional Ft Knox Gun Safe. Custom chandeliers accentuate the beauty of theresidence. 5 different wine beverage centers are located throughout, with a separate wine roomwith Subzero wine storage - complimented by two full wet bars with a keg dispenser, icemachines, & dishwashers. The bathrooms exude luxury, - boasting steam showers, air tubs, andheated bathroom floors.The kitchen is a marvel in its own right. Any professional gourmet chef would feel more thanaccommodated. The main kitchen serves an Alfresco Dining Room, with Wolf Range, WolfWarmer, Wolf Microwave, & Duel Subzero Refrigerator Freezers. The outdoor kitchen, locatedin the large arched timber-framed pavilion, has similar features - all overlooking the lake andSouth San Juan Mountains. Your family & guests will never run out of hot water with 5 on demand hot water heaters,recirculating pumps, & 2 constant pressure pumps - all being serviced by Hidden Valley Ranch's central water system.Most every room provides large mountain views. Elevated decksabound, all with custom welded railing. The 4 bay attached garage is massive, allowing for thelargest of 4 door pickups, and is conveniently equipped with drains. Home is being sold unfurnished. Region & ClimatePagosa Springs is a quaint town of +/- 2500 pop,+/- 8500 county, most noted for its developedhot springs which are open to the public. At the base of Wolf Creek Pass, (30 min) is famouslyknown for some of the best powder skiing and snowboarding in the entire country, as well as themost snow Colorado! The town is surrounded by millions of acres of national forest, whichincludes thousands of miles of hiking, horse-backing, 4 wheel designated trails, camping, fishing - and our local Big Game Units have over the counter elk tags! There's a new hospital, Walmartand a large choice of dining and shops.The San Juan River and nearby 29 mile long Navajo Lake & dam, home of the Quality Waters ofthe San Juan, is renowned for some of the best trophy trout fishing in the United States, withover 30,000 trout per mile. Pagosa Springs residents and visitors enjoy a G-5,+ ContinentalExpress capable municipal airport, hanger, and FBO service less than 10 min from the ranch.Durango Regional Air with direct nonstop access to Dallas/Ft W, Denver, and Phoenix, is 60miles. Denver 272 miles, Alb 212 miles, Santa Fe 160 miles. HistoryWith polls showing for the first time that Americans are preferring to live in small towns vs largecities - Elk Ridge at Hidden Valley Ranch might be the one! There are ranch properties currentlyin the $10 to $30 million dollar range that do not offer what Elk Ridge/Hidden Valley Ranchoffers, and contractors being years out on starting a job, who has 5+ years to duplicate such aproperty? If your family or company is ready, willing, and able to acquire a legacy building reward such as Elk Ridge at Hidden Valley Ranch, email or call today for more info and your qualified showing. Co brokers welcome!