4530 Governors $6,850,000

Influenced by iconic Craftsman style homes, this dignified estate sits beneath the steep slope of Cheyenne Mountain with views of the mountain and the city lights from upstairs. The home is in a stunning geologic setting. Granite sourced from the mountain creates the foundation, which gives way to brick walls. The brick, hand-cast in wood forms, is one of many handmade materials used on the home to connect the setting's raw beauty with human warmth and ingenuity .Completed in 2004, the home's 7 bedrooms, 12 baths & 8 fireplaces showcase work of renowned craftsmen across the country and around the world. At the home's entrance, one is greeted by a grand, redwood timber Porte-cohere, inviting one into this magnificent home. Spanning a natural ravine, the house is seamlessly split into two areas, the north wing opens into the home's entrepreneurial headquarters with a separate entrance, office & guest quarters with reception area. Underneath the office, a full apartment, accessible by the garage below, is perfect for staff, guests, visiting consultants, or clientele. The social/family south wing boasts a game room, exercise room, music, living & dining rooms, as well as a gourmet kitchen, projection room and study/library. For those who love to entertain or enjoy family time, the bar/game room, media room, library/workroom, wine cellar, sports court and pizza oven boast plentiful opportunity to enjoy family and company. The private family area is upstairs. The master suite is complete with adjoining office & outdoor fireplace. Several outdoor terraces offer extensive views. A stone path leads up to the secluded spa, accessible from the guest suites. Take a walk among the 500+ acres of trails & open space out your back door! The natural surroundings on 4 acres offer a true Colorado retreat like no other, yet only 5 miles to the city. Intimately scaled with warm textures & fine craftsmanship, you're invited into the long awaited dream of being at home in the woods.

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