Tucked at the end of Ballantine Road, this refreshed mountain sanctuary delivers a rare fusion of raw Colorado and turnkey ease. Its ¾-acre, tree-lined parcel gives you room to breathe and a front-row seat to roaming deer, hummingbirds, and fiery alpine sunsets. While a heated three-car garage and two outbuildings accommodate every toy—from skis to side-by-sides. Recent upgrades invite you to drop your bags and live. Newer roof, high-efficiency radiant boiler, full interior paint, plush carpet, refinished hardwoods, crisp LED can lights, intuitive rocker switches, updated outlets, and more. Open gathering spaces on the main level flow to a sun-drenched, party-size deck that feels suspended among the treetops. Mountain views peek through the evergreens now, with broader vistas possible. Below, a walk-out level hosts your media room, office, and guest suite. With a ground-level deck leading you to a peaceful backyard where hundreds of poppies paint the lawn each spring. Radiant heat keeps toes toasty on snow-kissed mornings, double-pane windows frame evergreen views year-round, and high-speed Xfinity keeps Zoom calls razor-sharp. Trailheads sit just minutes away—including the 12-mile Apex Park system, Chimney Gulch, Beaver Brook, and more. When wanderlust calls, hop on I-70, and you’re creekside in Golden’s historic downtown in about 20 minutes, relaxing on a LoDo patio in about 30, or enjoying Summit County’s slopes in about an hour. The floor plan is thoughtful, offering multiple living areas, abundant storage, main-level laundry, and an attached, heated garage with space for cars and gear. Whether you crave an elevated basecamp for four-season adventures or a quiet perch for remote work, this home proves you can have it all—mountain serenity plus instant access to Colorado’s playgrounds and hot spots. Opportunities this balanced are rare—seize the moment before someone else does! Contact the listing agent to schedule a private tour. Showings begin Friday, May 30.