9860 Hardy Road , Colorado Springs, CO 80908(El Paso County)

First time on market!! This beautiful, well-appointed country rancher is located in the Hardy Ridge neighborhood of Black Forest. Tucked away down a private drive, the treed 6.4-acre lot offers a true sense of retreat. The 3 bed + office, 3.5 bath home with charming wrap-around porch, fenced front and back lawns, offers frequent bird and wildlife watching. A two story detached garage and additional outbuilding offer plenty of space for tinkerers, carpenters, etc. The property also features a target practice range, hand-carved totem pole and greenhouse. An open concept kitchen is the center of the home, with slab granite countertops, 42” cabinets, gas range oven, breakfast bar, planning desk and pantry. The kitchen opens up to a great room with gas fireplace and vaulted ceilings, with plenty of windows and light throughout. Hardwood floors, marble tile/slab/stone add a touch of elegance to the interior. A whole-house audio system provides entertainment throughout. The primary bedroom features French doors, walk-in closet and tiled 5-piece bath with stand-alone shower and jetted soaking tub. The laundry/mud room has a work sink, built-in cabinets, folding station and powder room for convenience. The finished basement, with a gorgeous antique bar and expansive family/game room, has a large bedroom, 3/4 bath, sitting area, large egress windows and an intriguing built-out crawlspace for hobbies or storage. The property has a convenient circular driveway, is zoned for horses, and is fully enclosed with an access gate. High speed internet, septic, well water, natural gas, central air and natural gas BBQ connection. This well-loved property is a sanctuary that offers all of the amenities of country living in the forest!