7520 S Polo Ridge Dr, Littleton, CO 80128

This great property is located in the gated community of only 16 homes in The Sanctuary at Polo Reserve. Open space borders both the back and the side of this 3 bedroom, 4 bath ranch-style home with only one contiguous neighbor. It enjoys 3,000 sq. ft. of living space on the main level and a finished basement. The arched entry has stone flooring with glass tile, and opens to the living room with vaulted ceilings, a gas log fireplace and custom windows. The formal dining area holds an oversize table and china hutch. French doors open into the study with built-in shelving and wainscoting. Custom paint colors and window coverings accent rooms throughout. Oak flooring and new carpet grace the main level as well as built-in stereo speakers in most rooms. The gourmet kitchen has tons of cabinetry, granite counters, a double oven, a six-burner gas cook top, kitchen desk and a large island. Casual diners enjoy a view over the backyard into the open space. A natural gas hookup on the large composite deck makes barbecuing easy. The master suite has a large bank of windows with a private view, an exceptional bathroom and a gorgeous walk-in closet. The large second bedroom enjoys a 9 ft. ceiling, private full bath and a walk-in closet. The laundry/mud room has lots of storage, large utility sink, fold down ironing board, under counter lighting, a pantry and coat/shoe area. A stairway leads directly into the basement family room that is wired with seven speakers for a home theater and enjoys a built-in entertainment center. There is a wet bar with sink, full size fridge, dishwasher and wine racks. The huge third bedroom has window well egress, direct access to the bathroom and a walk-in closet. Circulating hot water runs through the home. There is also plenty of storage and an unfinished area in the basement. The suspended structural floor has many advantages over cement flooring, and is protected by a ventilation system and sump pump. The 3-car garage offers custom storage, a work bench, an epoxy floor finish and additional storage in an attic. Amazingly, no other home is in the direct view of the backyard of the large .92 acre lot that has over $100,000 in landscaping, including a pond and waterfall. The home also enjoys low maintenance brick, concrete tile roof and central AC. Directly behind the property is the 700+ acre South Platte Park offering bike and running paths that parallel the river and access other bikeways. Bufflehead Lake lies between the back yard and the river. Littleton Schools include Wilder Elementary, Goddard Middle School and Heritage High School. Columbine Country Club is a five minute drive away. Aspen Grove, home to more than 50 great stores and restaurants, is a short walk, as is the Mineral and Santa Fe light rail station with RTD parking for commuters.