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790 Birch Rd

Crestone, CO 81131

– beds
– baths
1,615 sqft
~29 acre lot
$395 per sqft
2006 build
– on site

Welcome to the "Zen Garden House", a showcase in sleek Japanese aesthetic, by contemporary New York architect David Jay Weiner. Concrete, steel and glass are folded together in perfect harmony, to mimic the delicate folds in classic Japanese Origami, culminating in a work of art that showcases the spectacular beauty of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Situated on 20 contiguous acres, with an additional 10 across the street to protect privacy and view. Entering the house through the west into the Great Room, you are greeted with floor to ceiling windows, dominating the east and south faces of the home. The white and steel clad kitchen has ample cabinet space for most home chefs, and the huge island is the ideal counter for playing host, along with the flexible space in the Great Room. Designed to allow natural cooling with constant airflow, large stucco and metal awnings protect the windows from direct weather and cover the 315 sq ft deck. In-floor radiant heat through polished concrete floors and high R-value insulation maintains the warm interior winter temperature, while a fireplace provides additional cozy warmth. To the north of the house, the namesake of the house provides tranquility and a private view of nature in the glass and concrete enclosed Zen garden. Inside, the floor has been inlaid with Japanese Tatami mats, perfect for yoga, sitting, and even sleeping. A full bath adjacent includes beautiful custom teal tiles and handy wall insets, as well as a deep closet for storage. On the south side of the home, the primary bedroom opens up with dramatic views of the mountains and sand dunes, as both of the entire walls on the corner are fully comprised of windows. The primary bathroom features stunning custom tile work and a luxurious soaking tub with an exterior viewing window, and a large walk in closet rounds out the primary suite. Form and function blend in this must see home, visible in the virtual tour.

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MLS# 8921801 —

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The Building

Year Built:

2006
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Wood/Frame
Architectural Style:

Contemporary/Modern
Building Area Total:

1615
Total SqFt:

1615
Roof:

Rubber
Foundation Details:

Slab
Levels:

One
Stories:

1
Window Features:

Double Pane Windows
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Green Energy Efficient:

Thermostat
Above Grade Finished Area:

1615

Interior

Interior Features:

Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings
Kitchen Level:

Main
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Great Room

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1615
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Financial & Terms

Listing Terms:

Cash

Location

Directions:

From CO RD T, Take Camino Baca Grande into the Baca Grande Neighborhood, Right on Camino Real (Two Trees), Right on Birch Road. The Zen Garden House will be on the right between Pine Cone Road and Ram's Horn Overlook. Included properties to maintain view are across the street.
Coordinates:

-105.711922, 37.934464
Latitude:

37.934464
Longitude:

-105.711922

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Residential-Detached
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Acres:

29.29
Lot Size SqFt:

1275872
Lot Size Area:

1275872
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Zoning:

Residential
View:

Mountain(s)
Exclusions:

Sellers personal property including adjustable desk, the white chairs and the reclining 'pebble' chairs
Horse:

false
Water Source:

Well
Waterfront:

false
Road Surface Type:

Dirt

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

2188

Beds

Bedroom 2 Level:

Main
Master Bedroom Level:

Main

Baths

Master Bath Features:

Full Primary Bath

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Private Owner

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Wood Stove
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Propane
Sewer:

Septic

Appliances

Appliances:

Refrigerator

Schools

Elementary School:

Moffat
Middle Or Junior School:

Moffat
High School:

Moffat
High School District:

Moffat 2

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Baca Grande Grants
Community Features:

Tennis Court(s)
Association:

true
Association Fee:

1974
Association Fee Includes:

Snow Removal
Association Fee Frequency:

Annually
HOA Transfer Fees:

No
Spa:

false
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Type:

Off Street
Garage Spaces:

6
Covered Spaces:

6

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$639,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,421
Taxes	$182
Insurance	$175
HOA fees	$165
Utilities	N/A
Total	$3,943/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/31/25 Mar 31, 2025	Listed / Active	IRES	$639,000

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This house located in The Baca Grande, CO 81131 is currently for sale for $639,000. 790 Birch Rd is a 1,615 square foot house with – beds and – baths that has been on Estately for 14 days. 790 Birch Rd is in the The Baca Grande neighborhood of Crestone. This house is in the attendance area of Moffat Elementary School, Moffat Senior High School, and Moffat Middle School.

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