Howard Peak Retreat is the perfect property for remote peaceful living with exquisite views of the Sangre De Cristo Mountain range. Only 35 minutes from Salida and a little over 5 miles above the town of Howard. This 20 Ac parcel surrounded by trees, unique rock formations, abuts public lands to the West and South. Opportunity for endless recreational activities like white-water rafting or fly fishing along the Arkansas River Recreational area. Hike to your hidden bistro set on ledge or ATV along BLM roads. Turn key, completely off grid home, solar power system with 2.6kW array and 1445 Ah battery bank, Kohler backup generator with brand new battery. Owners will leave the StarLink system with antenna, wire and router in place for buyers for immediate internet access. Propane hot water baseboard heating and wood burning stove keeps you comfortable. The custom-built home boasts open floor plan with gorgeous view of mtns. 2 BR on main level with lower level family/gym room with 3rd BR, full bath. Wrap around front deck allows for easy utility room entry. Septic system size unknown, inspected and pumped '22 plus entire inside of home newly painted '22. Brand new carpet throughout lower level 5/23. Large 4 car garage can be used for vehicles or workshop with 500-gallon water cistern, wood burning stove. NEW 2.4 KW solar array ready to be installed for dedicated garage electricity complete with battery storage and roof mount ($5,730 value). This is a horse/animal property with a full fenced pasture 2 stall barn, well allows for watering of domestic animals. Grow your own food year-round with a large fully equipped greenhouse with veggies ready to pick and outdoor fenced garden with 10 beds. All homesteading implements and materials stay: mower, fencing equipment and more – see Add'l Features in supplement section. Bright and heavenly sky for dramatic viewing of the Milky Way! All you need for private, remote, Homestead living at its' finest! Home furnishings negotiable.