Location, location, location! 1394sf 2-level mountain contemporary built in 2018, 2BD/2.5BA w/ garage, deck & balconies. Versatile size: great for full-time, part-time, retreat or rental use. Located on 0.94-acre treed lot across street from Baca Park, South Crestone Creek, greenbelt, walking trails & fire station. Breathtaking views of 14,000' Sangre de Cristo mtns & San Luis Valley! Exterior is handsome mix of sand-colored stucco, light-colored pine & corrugated steel. Enter via front porch, into warm great room & kitchen. Living area features large picture window looking into backyard, cozy wood stove & ETS wall heater. Bright corner dining area has sliding door onto south deck for easy al fresco enjoyment. Kitchen features granite tile counters, hickory cabinets & stainless appliances. At foot of stairs is laundry/half bath, along w/ entrance to garage, featuring heated utility closet. Custom-built open stairs lead to bright upper level, featuring view windows & balconies looking out over the treetops. 2 spacious bedrooms, each w/ full en-suite bath (master has dbl-vanity, custom tile & soaker tub) & 2 covered balconies. South balcony accessible via exterior stairs from backyard. Master features walk-in closet. Upper level heated by electric baseboards. Main-level ETS heater & tank water heater have discounted off-peak electric billing. Wood-veneer, carpet, tile & vinyl flooring. 2x6 framing & deep 5 1/2' crawl space. Landscaped gravel drive & perimeter. Paved road, cul-de-sac corner, only 5 minutes from charming town of Crestone & mail, gas, groceries, cafes, restaurants, gallery, hardware, charter school & more. Crestone was recently accredited as an International Dark Skies community, is known for sunny days and dark starry nights. Walking, Hiking, Camping, Birding, MTB, Rock Climbing, Horseback Riding, Hot Springs, Hunting & Fishing are only some of the pastimes available in the San Luis Valley area. Call now to view this lovely, well-cared for home!