Expansive eco-friendly cosmic compound with 180-degree valley views

1200 Sunset Lane Carbondale, Colorado 81623 United States

Located on five acres in Missouri Heights, just ten minutes to Willits and downtown Basalt, this exceptional property features a charming main house and guest cottage, two observatories and a finished garage/studio. 180-degree unobstructed views encompass Aspen Mountain to the east, the famed Maroon Bells, Capitol Peak and direct south facing views of revered Mt. Sopris. The custom eco-built home boasts R-30 rated walls and R-40 rated ceilings, gas fireplace and radiant heated floors. Architectural plans have been drawn for a 2,200 square foot addition to the main house for those looking to expand. The two research-grade astronomical observatories make this property a dream for environmentally and/or astronomy enthused buyers. The observatories were custom built by the seller with state-of-the-art telescopes and viewing equipment allowing for observational abilities unavailable to the layman. Enjoy a quiet night looking at the stars or host a viewing party that won’t soon be forgotten by guests. The property’s acreage includes a lawn and garden with drip irrigation system, raised vegetable, herb, rose and flower gardens surrounded by fragrant English lavender bushes and an orchard featuring 17 mature fruit bearing trees. This is an incredibly unique opportunity to own an ecologically friendly mountain escape with one-of-a-kind amenities and landscaping to stay entertained year-round.