This thoroughly updated mountain home is nestled in the Roosevelt National Forest near Nederland in the desirable Lazy Z neighborhood off Magnolia Rd. Located on all County maintained roads near the dead end of Lazy Z, this special area is known locally as the 'banana belt' for its warm, south-facing sun and protection from winter's high winds. Tucked away up a private driveway, this well-loved home enjoys a private setting only 15 miles to Boulder, 7 miles to Nederland and 9 miles to Eldora Ski Resort. A large mud room greets you with flagstone flooring and a spiral staircase that leads to a spacious sunroom that stretches the entire length of the main level with a south-facing wall of glass that captures breath-taking views of Golden Gate State Park and provides substantial passive solar heat during the winter season. Loaded with contemporary mountain charm this home boasts all new flooring, lighting, appliances and 2 of the 3 bathrooms are newly remodeled. The lower level doubles as the 2nd bedroom and/or a rec room with a cozy woodstove (new in 2019) that can heat the entire house. Step out on the new concrete patio where you can take in frequent wildlife meandering through this peaceful forested setting. Plenty of room for all your gear in the 190 SF storage room + a 20' double door shipping container that is included! The recently updated fire-resistant exterior features steel & Hardie siding, Marvin & Pella windows (2019-2022), all new exterior doors (2019-2021) and a new roof (2017 class 4 + EPDM in 2019). The new furnace, on-demand hot water and electrical panel (all new in 2020) provide comforting peace of mind for all your major house systems. Enjoy the backyard with no visible neighbors and your own fire pit where you can spend long summer evenings taking in the bright night sky filled with stars. Explore the numerous nearby trailheads and Gross Reservoir! High speed Internet options available!