Detached House in Aspen, Pitkin County

Description

Amid the tranquility of the Rocky Mountains, just outside the storied resort town of Aspen, this incomparable 74-acre estate represents an unprecedented opportunity to own a lovingly, painstakingly created and maintained alpine compound that can never be matched or replicated. The property borders public land, yet downtown Aspen is a mere mile away, easily reached via a bucolic riverside stroll, a short bicycle ride, or a quick drive. Decades of vigilant development and care has resulted in a virtual private ecosystem. The gentle terrain is home to miles of formally marked trails—groomed in winter for cross-country skiing—a lake teeming with thriving trout, a vibrant habitat for all manner of birds and wildlife, a refreshing infinity-edge 80 foot pool, breezy covered and open-air terraces for basking in the view, and frontage on the Roaring Fork River. In this luxurious compound, every amenity is in place. The heart of the estate is a grand 18,466-square-foot residence fondly known as Little Lake Lodge, set beside a pristine, private lake amid thoughtfully chosen native landscaping and preserved wild flora. Conscientious negotiation with Pitkin County has allowed for the future construction of a second, distinguished 19,750-square-foot-residence—far beyond the area's current permitted maximum house size of 9,250-square-feet—resulting in a remarkable multigenerational compound. Completely engineered and ready-to-build plans by award-winning architectural firm Rowland + Broughton are part of the comprehensive offering. Accommodating guests or staff is a 5,286-square-foot modern home on the banks of the Roaring Fork River, constructed in 2014 all with en suite baths, a heated two-car garage, and storage. One charming 2,432-square-foot alpine-inspired residence offers three bedrooms and three baths; another spans 1,024 square feet and includes two bedrooms and baths. Given its exceptional scale with four parcels of land, Little Lake Lodge represents the opportunity t...