Efficient Little House in the big woods at 8,885′ above sea level – Evergreen for under 400K! Cute 1 bedroom cottage is the perfect starter with lots of potential. Or, make it your thrifty vacation home and quit fighting I-70 traffic, exit at Evergreen and you will be enjoying your own Mountain Retreat in 25 minutes. Well maintained and MOVE IN ready. New natural gas heating stove plus electric baseboards will keep you cozy this winter. All hard surface floors, double pane windows, new interior paint, new bath floor/tile & vanity, jetted tub, and new range/oven. The front sun deck will be your favorite spot for wildlife watching including an occasional moose. Three outbuildings provide plenty of storage for all the toys. The 205 sq ft insulated outbuilding has a finished home office, heat, lighting, 220V power, and a workshop/storage. The 16′ x 6′ portable shed was built to be loaded on a trailer and used as a hunting lodge. The small log shed has electric service and could be a chicken coop. The main electric panel is set up for your generator and there is no water/sewer bill (well & septic). The acre is gently sloping for easy future expansion. The septic system is 750 gal tank and 400 sq ft field. County maintained road and easy driveway plus a second “outbuilding” driveway provide plenty of parking and ease of access. Hike / Bike in nearby Arapaho National Forest. No HOA covenants allow for full enjoyment of your property. Yes, it is definitely quieter up here 3,605 feet above the Mile High City so Move up to “The Brook” and start enjoying the Colorado sunshine, fresh air, wildlife, towering trees, bright stars, and tranquility.