$1,249,900

**FOOTHILLS LIVING * GATED COMMUNITY * SOLAR * SOUTHERN EXPOSURE!** Welcome to Riva Chase, a highly sought-after gated foothills community offering privacy, beautiful surroundings, and convenient access to downtown Denver, DIA and Colorado's world-class ski resorts, many approximately an hour away. This mountain contemporary home features **southern exposure and rooftop solar panels**, with electric bills reported **under $20/month and sometimes resulting in a credit**, depending on usage and production. Enjoy the exceptional Riva Chase lifestyle with **3 fishing ponds, neighborhood trails, playground, gazebo and outdoor grilling areas**. The impressive entry foyer opens to a sitting area and formal dining room. The spacious kitchen features abundant cabinetry, granite countertops, island cooktop and a built-in desk. The dramatic living room offers **soaring ceilings, a center fireplace and a wall of windows overlooking the foothills and wildlife**. A private office just off the living room provides beautiful views and an inspiring work-from-home setting. The spacious primary suite includes a **sitting room or library**, while the primary bath features a large jetted garden tub and **huge walk-in closet**. Three additional upstairs bedrooms are accompanied by a full bath and Jack-and-Jill bath. The finished lower level offers incredible flexibility as a **game room, bonus room, second living area or mother-in-law/guest suite**, with a walkout for added privacy. An **enormous storage closet** provides exceptional space for all your extras. Experience the best of Colorado living with **foothills scenery, wildlife, privacy, community amenities, city convenience and easy mountain access**-all with the added benefit of solar energy. *Photos include virtual staging.*