Distinctive Homes of the Boulder Valley
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DISTINCTIVE HOMES OF THE BOULDER VALLEY WHAT YOU GET FOR $4 MILLION Minimalist mountain Storied Caribou Ranch masterpiece on the sale block PAGE 10 PAGE 3 MAY 2014 | BIZWEST | THE BUSINESS JOURNAL OF THE BOULDER VALLEY AND NORTHERN COLORADO 2 VIEW ALL OUR LISTINGS: EveryEvery HomeHome IsIs aa LLandmarKandmarK ...... WWW.COLORADOLANDMARK.COM ICONIC BLUE MOUNTAIN ESTATE ONE OF COLORADO’S MOST IMPORTANT PIECES OF ARCHITECTURE 8775 BLUE MOUNTAIN DR., GOLDEN $6,950,000 165 GREEN ROCK DR., BOULDER $3,950,000 e ultimate in privacy, views, quality & comfort, Joel Ripmaster 303-641-3377 is property could never be replicated, in part due to Emily Gadacz 303-868-1010 towering over the Colorado Front Range from a subtle, its brilliant integration into the surrounding landscape yet convenient location on 25+ private acres. e present owner built this as an everlasting estate (Gyp Rock), its serene location, yet walking distance to Pearl Street Mall. Charles Haertling with the nest materials imaginable. Truly a piece of art: this home inspires you in every way! masterfully designed the home into a massive rock, lending as its backdrop. Truly nothing like 5BD/6BA/10,397 SQFT. this in the Front Range. 4BD/5BA/5,780 SQFT. MAGNIFICENT FLAGSTAFF LOT NEW MAPLETON HILL LISTING! 785 FLAGSTAFF ROAD, BOULDER $3,250,000 511 HIGHLAND AVENUE, BOULDER $1,525,000 Two magnicent acres nestled on sunny hillside of Joel Ripmaster 303-641-3377 Gorgeous Highland Ave! Lush gardens with many areas Michelle Clifford 303-579-1029 Flagsta Mountain. Built in 1951, this property is for outdoor enjoyment. Additions include master suite “Grandfathered”. Far beyond anything ever oered for sale in the last 60 years. Build, remodel or with private deck, luxury bath; rare upper laundry; in/outdoor fam. room with library and reading invest for the future in this incredible property. nook, kitchen has subzero fridge and lots of light. Home stripped to studs and rebuilt. Must see! 3BD/2BA/2,436 SQFT. 3 BD/ 3 BA/3,079 SQFT. WEST PEARL LUXURY CONDO ON GOLF COURSE WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS! 820 PEARL STREET D, BOULDER $1,325,000 2208 PRIMROSE LANE, ERIE $529,000 Downtown Boulder living at its nest! Soaring ceilings, Joel Ripmaster 303-641-3377 On golf course with stunning mountain views! 2005 home Michelle Clifford 303-579-1029 contemporary nishes, and tons of sunlight create open, with high ceilings, light and views everywhere, walkout airy spaces on the coveted “West End” of Pearl Street. Sunny outdoor space on both levels with lower level. Large master suite has retreat and luxury spa bath. Granite and stainless kitchen with amazing views of the Flatirons. hickory cabinetry, large plank wood oors. Huge pools and workout facilities included! 2BD/3BA/1,949 SQFT. 3 BD/3 BA/ approx 3,781 SQFT. SERVING THE BOULDER, BROOMFIELD & NORTH METRO AREA SINCE 1977 303.443.3377 303.652.8800 2350 Broadway, Downtown Boulder 136 2nd Ave, Old Town Niwot MAY 2014 DISTINCTIVE HOMES BIZWEST 3 COVER STORY BY HEATHER McWILLIAMS Special to BizWest French chalet crown jewel ust north of Boulder, pressed into a seam between the jutting Foothills and the beginning sweep of the plains, sits Cari- bou Springs Ranch. at Caribou Springs Ranch JStitched with history ranging from Colo- rado’s ranching and pioneering past to pres- ent-day living legends and luxury living, the STORIED RANCH PROPERTY ON MARKET FOR $13.9 MILLION property weaves together a tapestry of agricul- ture, conservation, community and the lavish, modern character that peppers the Boulder Valley today. “The whole key here was to preserve this land with the least impact and make a com- munity, with a conservation easement protect- ing the agricultural usage forever,” said James Guercio, owner of Caribou Springs Ranch. The ranch includes 600 acres of agricultural Maison Caribou is a See Caribou, 4 1200-square-foot French chalet at Caribou Springs Ranch north of Boulder. The chalet was designed by builder ON THE COVER Marcia Kirsch Kolher and Interior of a room of the “glass” house that is took three years to construct. built into the land at 1035 5th St., in Boulder. Above, a great room has See page 10. INSET: James Guercio, owner of meticulously crafted beams for Caribou Springs Ranch, has put the 600-acre a vaulted ceiling and wrought- property on the sale block for $13.9 million. iron railing for a staircase. JONATHAN CASTNER/FOR BIZWEST JONATHAN CASTNER/FOR BIZWEST MAY 2014 DISTINCTIVE HOMES BIZWEST 4 COVER STORY CARIBOU SPRINGS RANCH INCLUDES 600 ACRES OF AGRICULTURAL PROPERTY, COUPLED WITH RESIDENTIAL SPACE FOR HIGH-END HOMES. SEVERAL MULTIACRE PLOTS ALREADY SPORT PRIVATELY OWNED LUXURY HOMES, JONATHAN CASTNER/FOR BIZWEST EACH BORDERED WITH STUNNING A pool is maintained at Maison Caribou, a luxury home on the the 600-acre Caribou Spring Ranch. VISTAS AND ENSCONCED FROM THE BUSTLE OF CITY ACTIVITY YET WITH EASY ACCESS TO BOULDER. Caribou from 3 property, coupled with residential space for high-end homes. Several multiacre plots already sport privately owned luxury homes, each bordered with stunning vistas and ensconced from the bustle of city activity yet with easy access to Boulder. Caribou Springs Ranch is listed for $13,895,000 as a complete package, which includes the land, an equestrian center and small ranch home, 150 shares of Left Hand water rights, a common pool and barbecue pavilion, five lots deeded for luxury homes and a pre- built luxury estate known as Maison Caribou. The 12,000-square-foot Maison Caribou sits on five acres of property. Designed by builder Marcia Kirsh Kohler and modeled after a real French chateau, the JONATHAN CASTNER/FOR BIZWEST home took three years to build. A nearly 200-year-old, Louis the XV-style carved walnut armoire was built into a main oor bathroom wall. A match- With a buff-colored stone and dark wood exterior ing double sink vanity, original woodwork and marble tastefully blends the old work with the new tumbled marble nestled under steeply pitched roofs, Maison tile and modern bathroom amenities. It’s one of 10 uniquely outtted and themed bathrooms in the house. Caribou makes a striking impression. Vaulted ceil- ings and arched entries give way to an interior flooded with light from expansive banks of windows within. The interior contains one-of-a-kind iron work and imported pieces plucked from mansions across France, said Jeff Erickson, the Fuller Sotheby’s International Realty agent handling the sale of the property along with his wife, Carliss Erickson. After 20 years as a builder in Key West, Fla., Erickson lauds the attention to detail that permeates Maison Caribou. “I did restoration work on historic wooden struc- tures ... and I just appreciate the quality of all this to no end,” he said. FRENCH CONNECTION Details like a nearly 200-year-old, Louis the XV- style, carved walnut armoire built into a main floor bathroom wall. A matching double sink vanity, original woodwork and marble tastefully blends the old work with the new tumbled marble tile and modern bathroom amenities. It’s one of 10 uniquely outfitted and themed bathrooms in the house. Authentic French mantels, fireplaces, vanities and carved wooden doors transplanted from France lace the JONATHAN CASTNER/FOR BIZWEST home. Caribou Springs Ranch has remnants throughout the property that are reminders of its ranching and pioneering past. See Caribou, 13 MAY 2014 DISTINCTIVE HOMES BIZWEST 5 PROUDLY SERVING BUYERS & SELLERS SINCE 1976 WKRE.com Boulder 303-443-2240 | Longmont 303-776-3344 14205 N. 107TH, LONGMONT 303 SKYLARK WAY, BOULDER 1024 LINDEN DRIVE, BOULDER Enjoy a fantastic setting on the lake w/mtn views in this custom Unobstructed, Panoramic, Forever Views! 2 acres on a quiet rural Linden Sanctuary, a home of warmth, sophistication and exhilarating home on 10 acres. 6200 sq ft fin, 6 beds, 5 baths. $998,500 road just minutes from downtown Boulder. This country contem- space. 5 minutes to downtown Boulder and Pearl Street, 3+ acres. Andria Allen 303-810-8375 porary was a complete transformation . Views, privacy, over 6000 luxurious square feet. $3,250,000 Geri Oliveira, CRS, CLHMS, GRI 720-564-6041 Geri Oliveira, CRS, CLHMS, GRI 720-564-6041 UNDER CONTRACT 2950 N LAKERIDGE TRAIL, BOULDER 805 DEWEY AVE., BOULDER 135 BRITTANY LN., LAFAYETTE Best Kept Secret in Boulder. Lake front property with boating and Lovely Victorian expertly remodeled with open floor plan, high ceilings, Borders acres of open space with panoramic pastoral & mountain views. fishing just 10 minutes to downtown. Nestled into the foothills. custom lighting, radiant heat floors, luxury finishes. Almost 2700 sq.ft., 3 On an acre in gated community. 6100 sq.ft., 6 bedrooms, 5 baths & Enjoy coffee while watching early morning sunrises. $1,650,000. bdrms, 4 baths, walkout basement, 2 car detached garage. $1,099,000. 3 car garage. A gardener’s paradise, sunroom & hot tub. $1,575,000. Geri Oliveira, CRS, CLHMS, GRI 720-564-6041 Stu Wright, 303-541-1900 Stu Wright, 303-541-1900 7211 LONGVIEW DR., NIWOT 1110 WHITE HAWK RANCH DRIVE, BOULDER 805 PINEHURST COURT, LOUISVILLE Inviting, uplifting & full of light. Truly private & special lot in Niwot with Magnificent home on over an acre! Five bedrooms, 6 baths, 7 fireplaces Golf Course Views. Great patio and outdoor kitchen. Built in grill, sweeping mountain views. Terrific 5,300 sq.ft. layout with 5 bed- (3 with stone from the Yucatan), huge shower with steam room, gym, 5 refrigerator, fire pit outdoor speakers. rooms, 5 baths, finished walkout basement & 3 car garage. $929,000. patios, 1,000-bottle wine cellar, over 10,000 square feet. $3,950,000 Jerry Curry, 303-541-1936 Eric Wright, 720-564-6052 Barb Bashor, CRS, MRE, CLHMS, 303-775-2994 SOLD 3070 BUTTERCUP CIRCLE, FREDERICK 4001 MILANO LANE, LONGMONT 15137 EAST COUNTY LINE ROAD, LONGMONT Home on the range but close to everything.