Some people are mountain people, some people prefer the beach and coastal life. If you love the tall, rustic, chic, wide-open vistas and see as far as nature allows, then this house, Mountain Chalet, is for you.
“Going to the mountains is like going home.” – John Muir
Mountain Chalet is for the family, or couple that loves nature, hiking, beautiful vista views, and life familiar with Mother Nature. Mountain Chalet is a Frank Snodgrass creation, for Living Concepts, in Craftsman style that brings you over 5200 square feet, in two stories with four bedrooms and four and a half baths. This is a mountain dream home that is waiting for you.
This home, with its natural colors and materials, is in classic Craftsman style and will have your friends and family visiting often. While its front ‘curb appeal’ is beyond “Wow,” the rear is even more so. We’ll get to that later….., but let’s take this in from the front door first.
Foyer and Dining Room
You’ll find that this house settles into its surroundings perfectly. The covered portico is ready for rocking chairs of twisted branches and long quiet nights. The double front doors open to a foyer with a warm rustic-chic rug, leather-covered bench, and a wrought-iron coat rack.
To your right, a wide opening to your dining room is ready to welcome all for a warm meal or fun game night.
Study & Master Suite
From the foyer, turn left down a hallway to a large study. This is a room, a vibe, that you will want to work in. With one of four, yes, four fireplaces in the house, not only will your desk and chair feel cozy in here, but there is plenty of room for a small couch or club chair to take breaks in. A wet bar can hold your coffee machine, a snack cabinet, and a small refrigerator for drinks.
This study is a great space and a door opens into your master suite. The master suite is large and ready to be your haven on chilly mountain nights. Perhaps you will envision a four-poster bed in which to rest every night. The master bath is spacious and has plenty of room for the cabinetry to hold all your bits and bobs, but the handy linen closet holds towels and extra bedding. Two long vanities with a single sink each, a soaking tub, a separate shower and a separate space for a toilet round out this space that can be your spa.
Family Room, Kitchen & Hearth Room
Back to the central area of the house, there are many entertainment options. The spacious family room centers the home. This versatile space holds a second fireplace, which adds a charming and classic chalet warmth.
The stairway to the second floor is nestled between the walls of the family room and the kitchen.
The kitchen and eating area are huge – I mean a chef’s and an entertainer’s dream of a kitchen. With plenty of cabinets and counter space, this kitchen has two islands. A prep island with sink lets you work while your friends and family sit in their high-top barstools at the ‘serving’ island. The eating area is nestled into a charming, arching, broad-circled space. This kitchen has a unique feature that can be used as a small office or, if you need a little butler’s pantry. Sneaking into a corner behind the office/butler’s pantry is a storage/food pantry.
Now, home is really where the hearth is…and the third fireplace/ in this gorgeous home is in the hearth room that opens to the kitchen and eating area. Oh, this room……hunker in when it’s cold, enjoy the light from the windows and nature when the sun shines. Rich, warm-toned wood beams anchor the ceiling and add such character that it’s as interesting as your home décor. Your favorite recliner and cozy throw blanket are waiting for you and your favorite sports team to play, or movie to watch.
Laundry, Powder Room & Garage
Finally, let’s get to the daily come-and-go area of this home. Beyond the dining room is a closet and a central area to a powder room, a long laundry room, a door to a small porch and your three-car garage.
This space may seem choppy, but it isn’t. It’s well-designed and functional. You’ll find the wall outside the laundry room and the hallway is just the right spot for a bench and under storage.
You’ll love all the room your three-car garage brings you. Want a convertible for sunny summer days? Get One. Need that solid all-wheel drive for winter? Ok, it’s yours. Need space for a hobby? You get that here too.
Outdoor Living
Now, let’s get to the real meat and potatoes of this beautiful home in the spot of your happiness. While the inside is indeed dreamy, the backside says it all. Welcome home. Covered porches let you enjoy the outdoors no matter what Mother Nature throws around. Also, notice the gazebo/outdoor covered ‘living’ area that sits at the edge of your property. Guess what – fireplace #5, YES – FIVE, awaits a chilly evening, warm blankets, great conversation, and your favorite warming beverage. Or, for a neutral not quite winter, not yet spring day – a chaise for reading on and low fire set here will be ready for you too.
Up and Away
We have to talk about the second-floor living areas. There are three bedrooms up here. The ideal is that each has an en-suite bathroom. Yes, you got it. It’s a ‘balcony’ style up here, so there is an open-to-below hallway. There’s also a nice office space or hobby room. Over the garage is a very, very long, like 41 feet long and 13 feet wide bonus room. Options are endless. Go ahead, start planning.
Yes, dreams can become reality. Living Concepts has brought you this Mountain Chalet – just ring them to help you get started and get your Mother Nature-inspired future ready for reality.
“The climb speaks to our character, but the view, I think, our souls.” – Lori Lansens