$649,900

Year-round access and paid off solar! Escape the congestion of the Front Range and discover your private, eco-luxury mountain retreat at 209 Rosewood Road. Nestled on nearly 10 pristine, forested acres within the gated community of Ponderosa Heights of Westcliffe, this magnificent 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom ranch floorplan offers a rare blend of self-sufficiency, multi-generational space, and world-class Sangre de Cristo mountain views. By Day: The Ultimate Mountain Playground Step inside a sprawling, 3,700+ sq ft light-filled interior designed for effortless entertaining. The heart of the home features a stone fireplace with custom wood mantel, and gourmet kitchen that flows seamlessly into expansive living spaces, framed by panoramic views of the dramatic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Your 9.37-acre backyard is a private park, complete with custom outdoor recreation setups including horseshoe pits—perfect for summer family tournaments, wellness retreats, or peaceful mountain mornings watching local wildlife among the pines. By Night: A Private Window to the Universe Situated in Westcliffe—Colorado’s premier certified International Dark Sky Community—this property transforms into a world-class observatory after sunset. Free from light pollution, your expansive deck offers front-row seats to the Milky Way, meteor showers, and crisp, starry nights that most people only see in magazines. It is a stargazer’s and astrophotographer’s paradise, right outside your back door. Sustainable Luxury with Zero Compromises Live autonomously without sacrificing modern comfort. This home boasts a fully paid-off, high-efficiency solar panel system, allowing you to bypass rising energy costs and enjoy a near-zero utility footprint. Combined with the security of a gated community, it serves as the ultimate lock-and-leave mountain retreat or a resilient, permanent homestead. Best of all? Your journey here bypasses the nightmare gridlock of the I-70 mountain corridor. Enjoy a peaceful, scenic drive from Denver or Colorado Springs, arriving at your peaceful mountain haven stressed-free. Schedule your private tour today and experience the pinnacle of Colorado mountain living—where luxury meets the grid, and the universe is your backyard.