Single Family Residence in Bayfield, CO

Zane Wells, The Wells Group of Durango, LLC, C: 970-317-1095, zane@wellsgroupdurango.com, www.crenmls.com: Tucked among the trees on 1.2 private acres, this charming two-bedroom Forest Lakes cabin offers warmth, character, and room to make it your own. With thoughtful updates already completed, the home is ready for its next owner to add the finishing touches.From the moment you arrive, the inviting curb appeal stands out with a welcoming front porch to set the tone for relaxed mountain living. Inside, the home is filled with natural light thanks to vaulted ceilings and skylights that enhance passive solar warmth in the living room. Saltillo tile floors and a large woodstove create a cozy yet energy-efficient gathering space.The main-level primary bedroom is served by a full bath, while the upstairs second bedroom offers privacy, also serviced by a full bathroom includes a versatile loft/bonus area complete with its own small woodstove.The kitchen features upgraded appliances and improvements completed in 2017, and the enclosed sunroom—also updated—adds valuable year-round living space.An oversized one-car garage provides ample room for parking, a workshop, and storage, with built-in shelving, concrete floors, and an automatic electric door. Just steps from the home, you’ll find a charming chicken coop or dog kennel for added flexibility.Set on a beautifully wooded lot with additional parking pads, this special property is conveniently located near the north entrance of Forest Lakes for quicker access to County Road 501 than many homes in the neighborhood. Owners enjoy exclusive access to the community lake, playground, and scenic trails leading to public lands.