Boulder’s Mapleton Hill Historic District is a renowned, much-loved locale steeped in community lore and brimming with architectural charm. Nestled in this neighborhood at the base of the foothills is a stunning modern oasis—a home that simultaneously honors the history of the area and offers an unparalleled luxury living experience.
“This home is ideal for someone who loves being close to the bustle of downtown Boulder but is looking for something special, something unique in their residence,” Paige Coutts, broker with milehimodern says.
A custom home designed by lauded Surround Architecture and built by Dale Hubbard of Morningstar Homes, this abode was constructed in 2012 and is being listed by Kim Thompson and Paige Coutts in partnership with milehimodern, a premier Colorado real estate brokerage that emphasizes the connections, artistry and soulful experiences that homes can foster. As part of the home’s creation, the team worked closely to ensure that they were creating a structure that blended seamlessly with its neighboring historic estates while still distinguishing itself as a contemporary design marvel. The home’s gable roof, traditional deep front porch and combination of stained-wood siding and limestone are purposeful examples of this blend of historic yet modern personality.
Another priority in the development of the home was inviting the outdoors within—embracing the natural elements surrounding the home and honoring its physical location in its design.
“This is a home from which you can enjoy the year-round beauty of Colorado,” Paige says.
The home’s stunning outdoor living areas are the result of a large-scale landscaping project recently completed in partnership with Marpa Landscape Architecture and Construction. Soaring aspen trees add a sense of grandeur and embrace the home’s front façade. Meanwhile, the backyard is a private oasis that features a sprawling yard, cascading stone patios with large rocks and boulders, lush landscaping bursting with perennials and an elevated Ipe deck with a custom fire table, glass railings and an outdoor kitchen.
This backyard haven is connected seamlessly to the home’s interior through a wall of sliding glass doors that lead into the open floorplan of the kitchen, living and dining room. This large, airy space boasts stunning views of the landscaping while serving as a visual spectacle in its own right. The living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and illuminated by natural light spilling in from floor-to-ceiling windows. The dining area is elevated by an elegant globe chandelier. The kitchen is a culinary connoisseur’s dream with pristine marble countertops, warm wood cabinetry and an expansive island. These spaces all combine to create an area ideal for indoor/outdoor gathering, entertaining and day-to-day living.
The home’s luxurious appeal and connection to nature extend throughout. For example, the primary suite is a stunning retreat with white oak flooring, lofty vaulted ceilings and windows that provide a peek at the Flatirons. The en suite bathroom boasts marble countertops, tile flooring and a pristine oversized shower and soaking tub that exude a spa-level experience.
As a whole, it is a home that combines ideal elements of Boulder living, from its creative details and impeccable amenities to its proximity to the outdoor recreation and downtown excitement that help make Boulder so inimitable.
“Sitting at the base of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in your own private haven is truly exceptional,” Paige says.
To learn more about this incredible home located at 2299 4th Street in Boulder, please visit milehimodern.com or contact Kim Thompson at 303.641.2049, or Paige Coutts at 815.412.4543.