Bright and efficient 1792sf custom home in an incredible natural setting with stunning mountain/valley views! Located on over 3 acres in the Baca Grande subdivision at the base of the 14,000' Sangre de Cristo Mtns. Walking, hiking, riding, hot springs - local activities abound. Enter via covered porch through mudroom, then into bright main-level Living Room, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in seating and wood stove. Off Living Room is a Full Bath with custom-tiled floor and vanity, and custom combo Moroccan-style shower/soaker tub. Walkways with large windows lead to Kitchen, featuring propane range/oven and custom cabinets and counters, and a separate entrance. Off Kitchen is Laundry/Utility/Storage room with another separate entrance. Hot water supplied by Rinnai propane on-demand heater. Upstairs is bright and spacious Master Bedroom and Half Bath. High, arching ceiling and large south-facing windows provide natural light and a feeling of spaciousness. Sliding-glass doors lead to large deck with panoramic views to the south: Cottonwood Creek, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Mt. Blanca, The San Luis Valley. The South-facing construction is designed for warm passive solar heat in winter. The passive solar heat is complemented by a propane wall heater and the wood stove. Separate Work Shop features greenhouse, additional storage and houses the solar PV system and 12 batteries. Great opportunity to live off-grid - must see!