Perched FIRST on the RIDGE within the gated James River Retreat, this architecturally crafted MOUNTAIN RESIDENCE offers an exceptional BLEND of luxury, privacy, and natural harmony. Designed with a refined CRAFTSMAN aesthetic, the home settles elegantly into the HILLSIDE, allowing its true WALKOUT lower level to merge SEAMLESSLY with the terrain. The result is a residence that feels both GROUNDED and ELEVATED—perfectly positioned to CAPTURE forested VIEWS, mountain BREEZES, and the SERENITY of its 2.64-acre setting. Inside, nearly 2,400 sq. ft. of meticulously FINISHED living space unfolds across THREE LEVELS, all connected by a STRIKING open STAIRCASE that enhances FLOW, visual CONTINUITY, and the architectural sophistication of the home. Dramatic VAULTED ceilings, stained PINE accents, and an abundance of STRATIGICALLY placed windows create a warm yet AIRY atmosphere, FRAMING the surrounding evergreens while inviting NATURAL LIGHT throughout the day. The main living area is anchored by an OPEN-CONCEPT design that blends kitchen, dining, and living spaces with EFFORTLESS grace. Stainless steel appliances—including a KitchenAid induction range—COMPLEMENT the home’s PREMIUM materials and thoughtful craftsmanship. Step onto the MAIN-LEVEL covered deck, upgraded with an INNOVATIVE screen system that extends SEASONAL ENJOYMENT well into late fall. This feature transforms the deck into a protected ALFRESCO lounge—no bugs, no flies, no need to close the garden door—ideal for elevated ENTERTAINING and quiet evenings OUTDOORS. A soaring STACKED STONE fireplace in the main living room is a FOCAL sensation, adding charm and warmth. The main level offers SINGLE-LEVEL living with a serene primary bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry. The upper loft with an open SECONDARY living area and panoramic views—leads to TWO additional BEDROOMS and a FULL bath. The walkout level includes a bright GUEST bedroom, full bathroom, and ACCESS to the former drive-under attached garage, now reima gined as a MULTI-PURPOSE luxury recreation space suitable for a gym, theatre, studio, or hobby room. Radiant IN-FLOOR heating on all three levels ensures exceptional COMFORT year-round. The use of premium construction materials REDUSES maintenance and PRESEVES the home’s long-term integrity. Outside, the property features a DETACHED natural-gas heated GARAGE with extensive shelving and a CUSTOM electric LIFT for quads or mowers, two custom storage sheds, and a PRIVATE firepit area nestled among the trees. The acreage is bordered by forest and offers YEAR-ROUND recreation, with private community ACCESS to the JAMES RIVER just a two-minute walk away. James River Retreat provides gated security, road maintenance, snow removal, garbage service, shared amenities, and direct access to hundreds of kilometres of Crown grazing lease land and PRIME river fishing. Starlink high-speed internet is installed, with fibre-optic service arriving Sept/26. Located 25 minutes northwest of Sundre and 90 minutes from Calgary. (id:27476)
