42 Big Bend Loop, Durango, CO 81301

Gabi Bergstrom, RE/MAX Pinnacle, C: 970-946-7522, [email protected], http://www.realpropertydurango.com/: Nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Edgemont Highlands community, 42 Big Bend Loop is a beautifully maintained, single-level home offering 2,028 square feet of refined comfort. This thoughtfully designed 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence sits on a 0.28-acre lot with lush landscaping, professionally mitigated for fire, and captivating views of surrounding mountain ridges and unforgettable sunsets. An oversized 2-car garage with 18’ wide and 8’ tall garage door, and numerous custom upgrades elevate the home’s functionality and appeal. Inside, you’ll find alder solid wood doors and trim, central air conditioning, a whole-house water filter, a tankless on-demand water heater, and a high-efficiency furnace, all designed to provide daily comfort and efficiency. Step through the entry door with a disappearing screen into a welcoming foyer, where gorgeous hand scraped engineered hardwood floors lead you through the open and airy living, dining, and kitchen spaces.The great room impresses with vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace framed in natural stone, and a built-in alder bookcase. The adjacent gourmet kitchen is a true highlight, featuring Venetian granite countertops, new tile backsplash, imported Moroccan pendant lights, under-cabinet lighting, slide out cabinet shelves, a foot rail at the breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances including a self-cleaning convection oven and wine refrigerator. The nearby dining area is enhanced by an art glass chandelier. From the great room or the primary suite, step onto the expansive Evergrain (non-wood) covered deck and gazebo with a BBQ hookup. Designed for year-round enjoyment, the deck includes a tongue-and-groove ceiling, skylights, an infrared heater with remote, a ceiling fan, and ample storage underneath. Below, a flagstone patio offers another inviting outdoor space surrounded by mature landscaping, a full irrigation system, and thoughtful touches like a built-in stone bench and drink shelf on the front retaining wall for added charm and curb appeal. The spacious primary suite is a peaceful retreat with custom French Toile de Joie wallpaper, direct deck access, and a luxurious en suite bath that includes a jetted tub, custom sinks, Moen fixtures, and a walk-in closet by Closets Plus. Three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, hobbies, or a home office. The second bathroom includes a tub/shower combo with a glass door. Additional features include ceiling fans in four rooms, an in-house speaker system for seamless audio in the living room, custom lighting fixtures, cordless top-down/bottom-up blinds, professionally tinted windows on the street side for added privacy and sun protection, and outside gutter helmets. Living in Edgemont Highlands means enjoying over 200 acres of open space, private access to 1.5 miles of the Florida River for fishing and hiking, and proximity to downtown Durango. With its custom upgrades, quality construction, and outdoor-focused lifestyle, this home is truly a standout in one of Durango’s premier neighborhoods.