374 Upper Ridge Road

Description

A Timeless Mountain Retreat. Gracefully perched in Alpine's exclusive Trail Ridge Subdivision, this extraordinary custom home offers breathtaking views over the Palisades Reservoir, the valley below, and the unforgettable sunsets over Black Mountain. With over 3,900 finished square feet, plus a charming guest cabin, this one-of-a-kind mountain residence pairs masterful craftsmanship with modern luxury. The Main Level of the home boasts 2,708 square feet. The moment you step inside, you're met with soaring ceilingssome reaching 14 feetlined with clear red cedar, custom-crafted doors, and solid 2-inch thick oak flooring in the Master Bedroom and Executive Office. Exposed timbers and walnut finishes reflect the home's craftsman soul. A warm, wood-burning stove anchors the great room, while the kitchenequipped with Electrolux appliancesinvites you to cook and dine with sweeping treetop views. The main level includes the Master Bedroom and office or secondary bedroom, and two full baths, combining functionality and elegance. The Walk-Out Basement has over 1,236 square feet of finished living area. Rich walnut and oak finishes continue downstairs, where you'll find two additional bedrooms, a home office/reloading room, and a full bath with an exquisite clear cedar sauna. Nine-foot ceilings enhance the sense of space, while specialty rooms like a piano room with wood tile and a secure, steel-reinforced gun room with cherry wood and fresh air exchange, offer both luxury and peace of mind. Hydronic in-floor heating and a high-efficiency mechanical setupincluding a Canadian backup boiler, water softener, reverse osmosis system, and moremake this home as smart as it is beautiful. The oversized garage features R70 insulation, fire access, and is built to handle Wyoming's elements. No drains, thanks to thoughtful clay filtration. Propane is easily accessible for future use. Redundant systems and top-tier mechanicalsincluding dual water heaters and a pressure tankensure resilience and comfort year-round. Set on a lush, tree-lined lot with professional landscaping and over 60 varieties of daylilies, the outdoor spaces are simply magical. Relax on the back redwood deck or Brazilian Walnut front porch, surrounded by Mugho pines and the iconic bristlecone pines by the firepit. Yard sprinklers wrap around the main home, while a heat cable system protects the north side through winter. Perfectly quaint and self-contained, the guest house features over 300 square feet of living space with propane and cove heating, a cozy fireplace, and its own garage. This home is not just a residenceit's a handcrafted legacy of comfort, privacy, and craftsmanship. Whether you're enjoying a sunset from the porch, sipping coffee in the kitchen nestled in the trees, or retreating to your cedar sauna after a long day, every detail speaks of care, quality, and soul.