Discover this secluded custom home + guest house on Methodist Mountain only minutes from downtown Salida, Colorado. This well-maintained home is nestled on a cul-de-sac at the end of a private driveway on 2+ acres tucked behind pinon and ponderosa pines with plenty of space between neighbors & surrounded by mountains. Spectacular 360-degree mountain views of the Sawatch, Collegiate & Sangre De Christo Mnt ranges as well as downtown Salida & the Mosquito Range. As you enter the home from the private, tree-lined walkway, you're met with an open & spacious living area bathed in natural light featuring a corner wood-burning fireplace, tile floors & space for dining. The kitchen offers a breakfast bar, granite counters & plenty of cabinet space. The nearby formal dining room can double as extra living space. French doors lead to the huge, wraparound stamped-concrete patio, fire pit & sauna. All 3 spacious bedrooms, office, & bonus room/studio are upstairs. The primary bedroom boasts new tile floors, an en suite 5- piece bath, walk-in closet, & stairs that lead to the newly added (2021) studio space. This gorgeous space could serve as a rec. room, art studio or office and features soaring stamped tin ceilings, huge windows boasting mountain views & excellent natural light, separate electric ceramic heating, A/C wall unit and a balcony facing with S. Mountain views. The apartment/guest house has a separate entrance & is connected to the garage. Recently constructed, this 435 sq. ft. 1 bed/1 bath with full kitchen and closet serves as the perfect space for guests or to rent long or short term (pending County approval). This energy-efficient straw bale construction home is well-constructed with large windows & custom woodwork throughout. Mature landscaping with ponderosa pine, aspen and pinion trees, sprinkler system & 2 large storage units. Oversized 2-car garage with heat option. No HOAs. This property is a true gem you don't want to miss!