PROPERTY DETAILS 
This exquisite home is a two-story structure built on a knoll overlooking the picturesque Lorane Valley and the surrounding mountains. The home, built in 1979, was inspired by a Colorado Ski Lodge and is reminiscent of the Chalet style of architecture with the inclusion of forward-facing gables, wide overhanging eaves, an expansive second floor deck/balcony, glass filled prows, and exposed beam ceilings. In the early 1990s the stunning estate had undergone a major renovation and was given the name Chilica Ranch. The entire property encompasses over 36 acres with fenced pastures, marketable timber, natural creeks, gradual rolling hills, and awe-inspiring views. The private drive to the entrance of the home will lead you past some ancillary structures including a multi-stall barn with a tack room, bathroom room and office, its own well and electrical service and a parking garage.
The journey continues up the private drive and ends with an impressive view of the homes main entrance and spacious circular driveway surrounded by nicely appointed landscaping and a manicured lawn. Also visible is the attached 4 Bay oversized garage with covered parking areas and automatic openers. The garage can accommodate up to 8 vehicles and also includes large storage areas, a sliding door to the deck, and access to the Caretakers living quarters. The separate living quarters includes 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, an indoor utility area, a kitchen open to the dining area and the living room, ample built-in storage and bookshelves, and French Doors that lead to a private deck and provide a private entrance.
Along the south side of the home is the 12 foot deep in ground pool that can be heated with the solar or electrical heating systems. Extending beyond the pool deck is an 800 square foot, newly installed, wood deck boasting of unobstructed views and space for large gatherings. Just below poolside is a 20 x 40 shop that also encompasses an indoor shooting range with a motorized target retriever.
The Home
The main entrance to the home faces East and features soaring eaves and covered walkways that naturally lead to the handsome mahogany door beautifully appointed with beveled, leaded and stained glass windows. The custom crafted transom and stained glass windows are a lovely greeting and burst of color enjoyed from the exterior and interior alike. The impressive entry hall with soaring ceiling and hardwood floors, as well as the formal living room are the center points of the home. Gazing West through the formal living room is a massive floor to ceiling wall of windows that perfectly frame the expansive views and fill the grand space with warm light. The formal living room is also appointed with a massive stone fireplace and hearth, a wood storage closet and an elegant display cabinet.
There are two wings and two levels with in this home. On the main level the Southern wing encompasses the main kitchen, formal dining room and mud room while the Northern wing encompasses 4 bedrooms, including the Master Suite. On the second level the Southern wing contains a family room with an extensive built-in entertainment system, a game room with a stone hearth and fireplace and a wet bar, and the Northern wing includes the library, a private guest suite, utility room, a large storage room & mechanical rooms.
The Kitchen
A gourmet delight, this kitchen contains the amenities most chefs dream about including a commercial grade Wolf six burner gas range with an oversize grill, a broiler and two ovens. The range is set in an island that is topped with Maple butcher block counters and overhead is a massive triple fan range hood with custom inlaid tile and warming lamps. The kitchen also boasts of a built-in Sub Zero refrigerator and freezer, Bosch dishwasher, built-in Corian sink, Maple butcher block counters, vaulted cedar ceiling and oak hardwood parquet flooring. Extending beyond the kitchen is an eating area or nook anchored by an old school wood burning brick oven with decorative inlaid tiles. There is also a built-in sideboard that serves as the dining pass through and also has a movable screen for dining privacy. There is also a door to the outside decking, making outdoor entertaining easy.
Dining Room
Opposite from the kitchen and open to the living room is the formal dining room. This elegant space features intricately carved mahogany buffet server with glass doors, a marble top and pass through to the kitchen. The Oak Parquet flooring continues in this formal room but with the addition of brass and walnut inlay accents. The space is graced with vaulted cedar ceilings and indirect lighting to compliment the formal space. Finally there are French Doors that lead to the covered deck and emphasize the views.
Bedrooms
The bedrooms with in the home are all very generous in size and each offers its own unique style and amenities.
Bedroom One offers a wall of built-in drawers and bookcases, a bench seat, a private bathroom with a built-in vanity, a walk in closet and western views.
Bedroom Two features a typical bedroom space with the exception of the attic playroom, named Fantasy Land, located up the stairs behind the closet door. This playroom contains 3 skylights, and built-in shelving for storage. This room also features western views.
Bedroom Three is located on the East side of the hallway and features a wall of built-in drawers and bookcases, a built-in desk/work station and an adjoining bathroom.
Bedroom Four is located on the lower level at the far end of the North wing creating a spacious private sanctuary for guests or visitors. The room features double closets, a private bathroom and western views.
Master Suite
Appointed with fabulous details, this master bedroom suite is located at the far end of the Northern wing on the main level. The bedroom features a stunning wall of windows that stretch from floor to ceiling. The colorful detail of the stained glass in the upper windows along with the breathtaking views adds to the natural ambiance this room attracts. Up the spiral staircase to the upper level is the bathroom and dressing area and with an open vanity the views from the wall of windows are fabulous. The spacious upper level bathroom encompasses a walk-in shower with gold plated fixtures, a walk-in closet and a standard closet, plus a vanity with decorative inlaid tile. There is also a separate dressing area and walk-in closet below. The master bedroom suite also features a freestanding wood stove with marble tile flooring creating a cozy retreat.
Family Room
From the Entry hall the Oak stairway will lead down to the more casual yet elegant spaces with in this home. The lower level feels extremely spacious with nearly 10 foot coffered ceilings, Oak Hardwood flooring, multiple sets of French Doors leading to the outdoor lower level patio and lush lawn. The family room is set up as a multi-media entertainment room featuring an enormous built-in Oak entertainment center. This center houses the main components for the wired stereo system that provides surround sound stereo through the house and in some spaces outside.
Game Room
Just off the family room is another fabulous space that can be utilized and accommodate a variety of living situations. The room contains a brick fireplace surround and raised hearth, built-in cabinets, Oak hardwood flooring, recessed lighting and a large wall of windows with an exterior door leading to the lower level lawn area.
Wet Bar
Down the hall from the family room and game room is the wet bar. This intimate amenity can serve as a perfect snack center and features Corian counters, a sink, refrigerator, display cases and Oak cabinets.
Library
This generous sized room features an attractive built-in Oak Library center and a computer desk/work station. The Library or Den is located on the second level in the Northern wing. This room can accommodate various uses such as a home office or comfortable study or reading lounge. The windows span the western wall of this room allowing the light to filter in.
Notable Features:
Stunning Estate
36.46 Acres
Awe-Inspiring Views
Built in 1979
Extensive Remodel in 1992
Wrap Around Covered Deck
3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Caretakers Quarters
Multi-Stall Barn w Bathroom & Office
Tack Room
Parking Garage
110 & 220 Power
3 Wells
4 Heat Pumps
5 Hot Water Tanks
4 Fireplaces
Oversized 4 Bay Garage w Exterior Covered Parking
8125 watt Generator
12 deep In Ground Pool
20 x 40 Shop & Indoor Gun Range
Oak Hardwood Floor
Oak Parquet Floor w Inlaid Brass & Walnut accents
Vaulted Cedar Ceilings
Extensive Use of Oak, Walnut, Cedar, & Mahogany Woods
Mahogany Entry Door
Custom Stained Glass Transom Windows
Beveled, leaded and Stained glass windows in Master Suite
Wool carpet
Display Cabinet
Wood Storage Closet
Gourmet Kitchen
Maple Butcher Block Counters
Wolf 6 Burner Gas Range w Grill
2 Ovens
Custom Built Triple Fan Range Hood
Inlaid Tile
Sub Zero Refrigerator & Freezer
Bosch Dishwasher
2 Pantrys
Built-in Buffet Server w carved detailing
Marble Top
Master Suite w Circular Stairway
Marble Tile
Freestanding Pellet Stove
Custom Stained Glass upper Windows
Private Exterior Door
Library/Den w Built-ins
Mud Room
Large Utility Room w Laundry Chute
Family/Multi Entertainment Room w Full Wall Entertainment Center
Coffered Ceilings
French Doors
Wet Bar/Snack Center
Corian Counters
Game Room w Fireplace
Attic Playroom w 3 Skylights & Built-ins
Spacious Bedrooms
Private Guest Suite
Bang & Olufsen Stereo System w Surround Sound throughout the Home
Taxes: $9432.81
Schools: Twin Oaks Elementary School, Kennedy Middle School, & Churchill High School
