5502 Santa Clara Rd, Indian Hills, CO 80454

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MASSIVE PRICE IMPROVEMENT - 2 Homes on 1 Property! History and Charm are the hallmarks of 5502 Santa Clara Road! Includes 2 homes on one property: The Main Cabin and the Guest Cottage. The Main Cabin is The Parmalee House, the first Cabin in Indian Hills. It is believed to be the home of General John Parmalee and was the location of the Post Office from 1926-1951. Too many well-preserved architectural details to list including wood floors, log and chinking walls, sun porch, stained glass and a large stone fireplace. Main floor full bathroom with clawfoot tub, shower stall and plenty of natural light accesses the outdoor stand-alone sauna. The Main Cabin is 1,421 square feet with 2 upstairs bedrooms (one with a large walk-in closet). The Guest Cottage (est 1920) is 894 square feet and includes one bedroom and one full bathroom, an office/study with laundry space, family room with wood burning stove, kitchen, sun room, and a covered front porch. Welcoming exterior spaces abound including a fenced yard, multiple patios, natural meadows, potential garden space, and a seasonal creek. Updated features include new roof and gutters in 2023, updated electrical in main cabin, newer kitchen appliances and updated hot water heaters. Both sets of newer washers and dryers are included as well. Easy access to Hwy 285; less than 10 minutes to c470. Walk across the street to restaurants, the school bus stop and post office. Hiking, biking and mountain adventures surround the property; Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, the town of Morrison, and Mt. Falcon Park are also less than 10 minutes away. Your Colorado mountain experience awaits!

Back on the Market. 2 cabins on one property! The Parmalee House, the first cabin in Indian Hills, said to have been the home of General John Parmalee. The Parmalee House was the location for the Indian Hills Post Office from 1926-1951 and was also the starting point for the Indian Hills Water District and Fire Department. Stepping into to this beautiful cabin you will certainly feel the nostalgia of time past. The wood floors, log chinking, stained glass, brick entry and stone fireplace with 1859 and 1920 carved in all add to the beauty of this lovingly preserved historic gem. Two cabins are located on this property, square footage includes both cabins. The main cabin is 1421 sq ft with 2 beds and 1 bath, the guest cabin is 897 sq ft with 1 bed + an office and 1 bath. Along with it's amazing charm comes the modern amenities of a gas fireplace and wood burning stove, outdoor shower and sauna, and solar outdoor lighting. Electrical was completely updated in the main cabin in 2018, new appliances in both cabins and new water heaters in both cabins. This usable lot is calling to those who can't wait to move to the foothills and enjoy the great outdoors. The garden with raised beds is the perfect spot to grow your vegetables as long as you can keep the deer and elk from sneaking in. The yard is sprinkled with outdoor spaces galore. Multiple patios and sitting areas designed to entertain your family and guests in the ideal Colorado climate. Small creek out front and a seasonal creek on the side. The property is adorn with perennial plantings, cottonwoods, lilac border and willows. Minutes to Hwy 285 and 10 minutes to C470. Walking distance to post office, cafe, school bus stop, art gallery and local bar & grill. Hiking in all directions - Indian Hills is home to Mt Falcon Park and Pence Park, Red Rocks Amphitheatre just over the valley. Indian Hills historical information is attached in supplements.