Perched among granite boulders and towering pines on nearly two private acres, 128 Elk Road is a mountain retreat unlike any other. Hand-built by a Hewlett-Packard engineer, this home reflects craftsmanship rarely found today. Every beam, window, and viewpoint was thoughtfully placed to embrace the landscape, and that spirit of creativity still resonates throughout the property. What makes this home special is how it connects you to nature. Surrounded by mature pines and granite formations, the home feels tucked into the forest-neighboring homes disappear from view and you're enveloped by trees in every direction. Large windows frame the landscape like living artwork, while birds fly past at eye level, creating the sensation of living within the canopy. Mornings begin in the sunroom, where sunlight filters through the trees and hummingbirds, nuthatches, and mountain birds gather just outside the glass-a space for slow mornings, yoga, reading, or simply sitting with coffee while the forest wakes up around you. Inside, warm wood interiors, vaulted ceilings, and expansive windows create an atmosphere both grounded and inspiring, with the fire's glow inviting cozy winter evenings. The finished loft offers a welcoming retreat for guests, and the walk-out lower level provides flexible space for hobbies or a dedicated studio-most recently a pottery studio where creativity flourished among the trees. Outside, life unfolds across nearly two acres of boulders, pines, and mountain views, with your own nature trail. Relax in a hammock among the rocks, gather around the fire pit, or host movie nights under the stars. Every corner encourages connection-to nature, to loved ones, and to yourself. The detached two-car garage and heated loft with electricity offer space for a workshop, studio, office, or guest overflow. Lovingly updated, 128 Elk Road is more than a home-a place where creativity thrives, wildlife visits daily, and the forest's rhythm shapes daily life.
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
1.69 acresLot Size
$303Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Alison Gilbert• eXp Realty - Inspired Living Group
Pinewood Springs, located between Lyons and Estes Park, is a canyon-side and cabin-dotted Lyons neighborhood with ponderosa pines and the sound of the Little Thompson River. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Pinewood Road near the Pinewood Springs Post Office, where mailboxes, trailhead chatter, and a slow two-lane rhythm set the tone. Architecture leans rustic—log cabins, A-frames, and hillside homes tucked into rock outcrops and tall timber. Daily life follows the canyon: creekside walks, wildlife sightings, and dark-sky evenings. The drive into Lyons links residents to coffee stops and live-music nights at Oskar Blues Grill & Brew, while Estes Park’s galleries and mountain gateways sit up-canyon.
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Offer insights
128 Elk Rd · $695,000
$695K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $695K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
57 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Separate dining room
Cathedral ceilings
Workshop
Walk-in closets
Loft
Window coverings
Free-standing fireplace in the living room
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms (all bedrooms conform)
Bathrooms
One three-quarter bathroom
Kitchen
Electric range
Refrigerator
Microwave
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heat
Pellet stove
Two or more heat sources
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Patio
Deck
Balcony
Oversized detached garage
Wooded lot with evergreen and deciduous trees
Native grass
Sloping terrain with rock outcroppings
County-maintained dirt road frontage
Minimal flood risk (C rating)
Home design
Residential cabin
Two-story
Not new construction
Above-grade finished area approximately 1,436
Parking
Detached 2-car garage (about 600 sq ft) with garage door opener
Construction
Frame construction with cedar
Composition roof
Unfinished basement
Utilities
Cistern water source
No water rights
No water meter installed
Septic tank and septic vault
Electricity available
Propane for gas
Satellite available
High-speed internet available
One-way trash service
Electricity and solar
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Enjoy year-round mountain living at its finest in the highly-desirable Pinewood Springs neighborhood 1,500 sf 2 bed 1 bath detached 2-car garage w/workshop and loft . Separate electric meter. 1.6 treed acres. Enter the foyer and the 2nd door entry way into the generous living and dining room with high ceilings opening to additional bedroom, office upstairs. Enjoy the floor to ceiling window views from the huge sunroom. Nice sized kitchen, plenty of countertop and cabinet space. New SS microwave, double door refrigerator and stove. Top of the line pellet stove and electric baseboard heat,. Full basement w/outside access and separate storage area with doors on either end. Maintained through county tax district, the road leading to this is maintained throughout the year, making for easy access. 10 minute drive to downtown Lyons or Estes Park. Nature abounds lots of wildlife. Close to hiking trails. There is no HOA. There is a VOLUNTARY Property Owner's Association $35/year with benefits to a riverfront park and access to the "Tubs" for residents only Horseshoes, volley ball, BBQ stands, picnic tables. Immediate occupancy.
The O district is intended to accommodate a wide range of development patterns. It is primarily intended for rural residential uses and agricultural uses.
Permitted uses
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
8% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 86° expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Lyons, CO • 80540
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Sun exposure
21/ 100
Low sunlight
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There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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