11299 Frying Pan Road
Basalt, Colorado

DETAILS

INTERIOR FEATURES

Stunning mountain home on three levels is designed to bring in the beautiful alpine setting with big views from every room. Virginia hand-scraped hickory floors throughout the upstairs. Halogen lighting system with individual control system allows choice for different moods and for lighting art work. Technologically correct with satellite TV, wireless Internet, and a sound system throughout.
Enter through beautiful, custom-made door surrounded by glass etched with aspen tree design. The formal entry features a grand chandelier and alcoves with art lighting for displaying your finest pieces.
Dazzling crystal chandelier is the centerpiece of the formal dining room with its wainscoting and tray ceiling—a very elegant setting indeed.
Lovely powder room features hardwood wainscoting, grass cloth wall coverings, and Kohler hand-painted pedestal sink and toilet.
“Wow!” views of the evergreen-studded mountainside seem to be part of the living room. Handmade wood trusses with graceful curves stretch across the soaring ceilings. Woodburning fireplace with indigenous red rock surround has handmade wood mantle. Gorgeous cherry wood bar was handmade by the owner and designed with a step-down to enable views that are unobstructed by the bartender. Poured concrete floors have been textured, distressed, and colored. Glass doors open to large deck that’s perfect for parties and spotting wildlife.
Adjacent media room features glare screen wall to prevent glare on the TV, plus built-in surround sound.
Over-the-top kitchen is outfitted for the true gourmet chef. It’s all in the largest and the smallest details—for example, a gourmet GE Advantium Technology oven that cooks by halogen light supplemented by microwaves (the perfect method to cook meat). There’s even a built in Miele coffee machine that grinds the coffee beans fresh--one cup at a time. Alder wood cabinets have a special closing system for quiet, no-slam closing. Deep prep sink in island features push button Grohe fixture. Granite island has a kitchen bar low enough to sit comfortably. Kitchen has unobstructed views of the mountainside.
Other top-of-the-line kitchen appliances include SubZero refrigerator/freezer,
Thermador warming oven, Viking range with gas burners and electric double oven (one is a proofing oven specifically for baking), KitchenAid icemaker (that makes clear ice), KitchenAid trash compactor, Bosch dishwasher, and Gaggenau built-in steamer.
Butler pantry adjacent to the kitchen is ideal for entertaining. It includes an extra Bosch dishwasher, Thermador warming drawer, GE Monogram wine chiller, and lots of storage area for platters and extra glasses.
Sumptuous master suite has built-in reading lights over the bed and a gas log fireplace with slate surround. No comfort, no detail has been overlooked in the master bath—a gas fireplace by the Kohler spa tub; steam shower with custom tile work, heated benches, rain shower, and multiple shower heads; travertine tile; custom cabinetry; polished brass fixtures; and a stained glass window of a mountain scene. Huge his and hers walk-in closets have built-in center dressers and tons of hanging and drawer storage.
Extra large laundry room has lots of counter and cabinet space, utility sink, fold up ironing area, and Maytag Neptune Series washer and dryer.
A Casablanca fan provides plenty of circulation.
His and hers offices are conveniently located on the main level.
Spacious game room that’s ready for the gang includes a wet bar with granite countertops and Magic Chef mini-fridge, plus a half bath with
fly-fishing motif.
Upstairs library loft overlooks the living area and features big views. Adjoining closet provides large storage area.
Lower level includes temperature-controlled wine room, two bedrooms with baths, guest computer/office area, exercise room, work shop, and lots of storage closets. Bedrooms each have access to outdoor deck or hot tub, plus adjoining baths of travertine tile.
Three-car garage has fully finished attic that provides approximately 1000 square feet of storage.

EXTERIOR FEATURES

Spectacular views of treed mountains and the Frying Pan River.
Huge 2000 square foot deck off of main level is made of fireproof Ipé Brazilian Ironwood.
Hot Springs hot tub always stays on.
Porte cochere shelters guests as they arrive.
Small building attached to porte cochere provides bear-proof storage for trash and firewood.
Flagstone walkways.
Sprinkler system from domestic well.
All flower boxes and pots are on a drip system for easy irrigation.

ADDITIONAL REMARKS

Surrounded by Division of Wildlife land.
Easy access to Ruedi Reservoir and numerous hiking trails.
15 minutes from Basalt.