Walk to Winery • 2BR/2BA Canyons of the Ancients

Your 500,000-acre backyard starts at the back gate! This 1,754 sq ft 2BR/2BA canyon home sits on 3.9 private acres directly across from Sutcliffe Vineyards—supplier to Amangiri Resort. Wall-of-windows great room, gas fireplace, chef's kitchen, and massive screened-in porch.

Welcome to the Main House at Sand Canyon Oasis—your adventure basecamp for families, couples, and remote workers who want space, comfort, and direct access to wilderness in McElmo Canyon.

YOUR 500,000-ACRE BACKYARD:
Through the private gate at the back of the property is your direct access to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument—176,000 acres with the highest density of archaeological sites in the United States. Thousands of ancient Puebloan dwellings, kivas, and towers are scattered across the canyons and mesas. Connect directly to the Sand Canyon Trail system. No driving, no parking lots—step from the porch into your adventure.

THE HOME & LIVING SPACES:
• Great Room: Soaring ceilings, cozy gas stove fireplace, deep sectional seating, and a breathtaking floor-to-ceiling wall of windows framing red rock panoramas.
• Screened-In Porch: Massive outdoor lounge & dining porch—perfect for bug-free sunset wine, morning espresso, and dark-sky Milky Way stargazing.
• Chef's Kitchen: Fully equipped with full-sized appliances, expansive countertops, cooking essentials, spice rack, and coffee bar.
• Primary Suite: Luxurious King bed, private en-suite full bathroom, and peaceful canyon views.
• Second Bedroom: Comfortable Queen bed with easy access to the second full bathroom.
• Single-Level Living: All bedrooms, bathrooms, and living spaces on one level for effortless accessibility.
• Technology: Ultra-fast SpaceX Starlink Wi-Fi and dedicated workspace for remote work or streaming.

THE LOCATION & EXPERIENCES:
• Sutcliffe Vineyards: Walk across the street for award-winning tastings—this family winery supplies Amangiri Resort and Telluride Ski Resort, yet remains relaxed and welcoming.
• Dark-Sky Stargazing: Some of the darkest skies in the US. See the full Milky Way in breathtaking detail from the screened porch or yard.
• Canyons of the Ancients & Sand Canyon: Private trail gate on the property opens directly onto ancient high-desert trail systems.
• Canyon Trails Ranch: 3-minute drive for horseback riding through red rock canyons and past ancestral ruins (since 1980).
• Mesa Verde National Park: 20-minute drive to ranger-led tours of Cliff Palace and Balcony House.
• Hovenweep National Monument: 37-minute drive for uncrowded, self-guided ancient tower ruins.
• Phil's World Mountain Biking: 20 minutes to 60 miles of world-class desert singletrack.
• McPhee Reservoir: 25-minute drive for boating, fishing, and swimming on Colorado's second-largest lake.

EPIC DAY TRIPS FROM YOUR BASECAMP:
• Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad (1 hr)
• Telluride Ski Resort (1 hr 45 min) / Purgatory Resort (1 hr 30 min)
• Moab: Arches & Canyonlands National Parks (2 hr 15 min)
• Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park (2 hr)

EFFORTLESS ZERO-CHORE CHECKOUT:
Vacation should be relaxing to the very last minute. When you check out, simply pack your bags and go. No stripping beds, no laundry, no running dishwashers, and no taking out trash—our cleaning team handles everything!

HOUSE RULES & DETAILS:
• Check-in: Contactless self check-in via smart lock code after 4:00 PM.
• Check-out: 10:00 AM.
• Pets: Well-behaved dogs welcome ($50 pet fee per stay).
• Water: Deep private well with multi-stage filtration. Brita pitcher and fresh bottled water provided.
• Property Layout: The detached Guest House on the 3.9-acre property may be occupied by other travelers; each home has its own private entrance, dedicated parking, and separate outdoor living areas.