Intentionally situated on an 8.8 acre lot in sought-after Mesa Antero subdivision, this 2421 sq ft custom home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full and two half baths. The main level consists of a spacious, light-filled kitchen / dining / living room opening onto a wrap-around deck with mountain views in all directions. Upstairs, the generous primary suite features a walk-in tub, large walk-in closet and attached office or craft room, and a second bedroom and half bath. Downstairs are two further bedrooms, a full bath, and sunroom that leads to a sheltered, stamped concrete patio for outdoor living. A stamped concrete driveway leads to an oversized two car attached garage with workshop space, and a 704 sq ft double bay detached garage with RV door, providing ample enclosed parking for vehicles, hobbies and toys. The 8.8+/-acres features a combination of level and gently sloping terrain with multiple treed walking trails and sitting areas for views and quiet contemplation. Located mid-way between Salida and Buena Vista, Mesa Antero offers mountain living at its best, with direct subdivision access to thousands of acres of public land, hiking trails, fourteeners, and more.