Privacy & affordability atop a bucolic cul-de-sac surrounded by nature on a serene, wooded lot. Extensively updated & lovingly maintained, this 1400sf 3BD/1.75BA rancher includes landscaped grounds, 240sf wraparound deck & 288sf studio/shop (plumbing roughed in). Classic ranch layout offers easy living, abundant windows bathe the interior w/ light. Views of surrounding pinon-juniper woodlands provide an everchanging canvas to daily life. Watch wildlife & weather change w/ the seasons. Arise to peaceful sights & sounds of daybreak, w/ morning light streaming through new windows, illuminating custom epoxy counters & wood accents. The home received many updates when moved to the Baca in 2002 & many more were made over the years: in 2019, new fridge, range-oven, washer, dryer, cherry cabinets, handmade faux stone counters, floors, exterior doors & windows (not all), composite decking; in 2020, new studio/shop & Firewise mitigation; in 2022, new Fischer Papa Bear wood stove, tank H2O heater, enhanced insulation (R56 ceiling, R30 floor) & radon mitigation; in 2023, new High-Efficiency LP furnace, primary bathroom w/ tile & in-floor heat. The spacious living room has mtn views, cozy wood stove & built-in storage. Illuminated by big windows, long & lustrous countertops add a fancy touch to the kitchen, w/ ample room to cook & updated stainless appliances. The den/dining room has counter seating & office nook. The laundry closet has extra storage for dry goods. A hallway separates living & sleeping areas. The full guest bath has dbl faux-stone vanity. The primary suite has spacious bedroom, big closet & new 3/4BA w/ dbl vanity. 2 more bedrooms offer flexibility & space for guests, each w/ good-sized closet. Coat, utility, laundry & linen closets. HE Forced-air heat can be adapted for A/C in the future, if needed. Low-maintenance metal roof & composite decking. Well-treated live-edge wood siding w/ custom "Dark Sky" trim. Don't miss out: call now to schedule a tour!