Rare opportunity to own the last home on the street bordering hundreds of acres of protected open space and scenic hiking trails in sought-after Evergreen. Direct access to Elk Meadow trails right outside your door, this property offers privacy, mountain living, and convenience... all with NO HOA! Perfectly positioned at the end of the road, this home has spectacular foothills views and exceptional outdoor living. The newly expanded deck is the perfect place to enjoy sunsets, wildlife, and the peaceful mountain setting, while extensive recent mitigation and a fire hydrant located at the end of the driveway provide peace of mind and improved insurability. Inside, the home features soaring windows, abundant natural light, and a spacious floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. Recent updates include new interior paint, updated flooring, new upstairs carpet, LED lighting, ceiling fan, & top-down/bottom-up blinds in the main level primary suite. Thoughtfully upgraded with modern conveniences, including a new electric vehicle charger, new garage door opener, basement subpanel with capacity for a future hot tub, and OTO smart robotic irrigation systems in front & back yards. The kitchen is equipped with new appliances, including a Samsung smart refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, a high-efficiency Samsung washer and dryer, & an LG induction range with built-in air fryer technology and smartphone connectivity for remote preheating. Extensive hardscaping & landscaping improvements include a newly constructed retaining wall and stairs. Open space behind the home is maintained by the Tanoa HOA, preserving the scenic backdrop without HOA restrictions on the property itself. Enjoy the rare combination of easy access & bordering hundreds of acres of open space while being just minutes from I-70, downtown Evergreen & the Lake, schools, shopping, and dining. All within an hour of DIA and many world-class ski resorts. This is Evergreen living at its finest!