$1,195,000

Imagine waking each morning as the sunrise sets a 5-acre pond ablaze in molten gold, with Pikes Peak and the majestic Front Range painted across the horizon. Perched on arguably the most breathtaking lot in Northgate Highlands, this home backs to 90 acres of protected open space and sits just 300 feet from the water’s edge. It is a rare marriage of beauty and privacy that simply can’t be replicated. Inside, 5,800 sq ft of light-filled living space offers 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, all thoughtfully designed around the view. The kitchen dazzles with slab granite and rich cherry cabinetry, flowing seamlessly into the family room, where everyday moments and holiday gatherings feel equally at home. Slide open the oversized door to an expansive deck, where a lighted water feature glows as the backdrop for summer barbecues and starry evenings under the Colorado sky. The main-level primary suite is a true sanctuary, framing pond views and featuring a spa-inspired 5-piece ensuite bath. Every bedroom enjoys water views, and the soothing music of the backyard waterfall drifts into each one. A vaulted loft and bonus room flex effortlessly as a home office, media room, or playroom. The walkout basement opens to a stamped concrete patio and reveals a truly rare find: a 770 sq ft partially finished workshop with pond and mountain views, plus a generous unfinished area ready for a studio, gym, or whatever you dream up. Outside, the lifestyle is pure Colorado. Stroll or bike scenic trails, cast a line for an afternoon of fishing, or glide across the pond on a paddleboard as the sun melts behind the peaks. For all its tranquility, convenience is close at hand: quick I-25 access, dining and shopping minutes away, and the U.S. Air Force Academy nearby, with downtown Colorado Springs and Denver an easy drive. Located in Academy School District 20. Homes like this rarely come to market, and once you’ve seen this one, no other will compare.