Backing to open space and in the shadow of the foothills, this contemporary home is a dream! Designed with functionality as well as spacious, efficient living in mind, this home exceeds your expectations. Gorgeous mountain pastureland views from every window! The open concept floor plan is flooded with natural light. Laminate floors on the main level. The stunning living room boasts volume ceilings that soar to the 2nd floor and floor-to-ceiling windows. This eat-in kitchen is a chef's delight! Fully-equipped with all you need, it has ample cabinets, granite counters, S/S appliances & more. The eat-up island offers more prep space. It's lit up by a modern Edison light bulb fixture, so guests can join you. The adjacent, sundrenched dining room has to-die-for views & a slider to the patio. All new carpet upstairs, plus the windows feature a protective film for UV light. The loft is a versatile space - ideal to serve as a home office, kids play area, family room, you name it! The spacious master suite includes views, a walk-in closet & ensuite bath w/ new tile, soaking tub & double sinks. 2 other bedrooms share full hall bath. Convenient upstairs laundry. Your fully fenced backyard is low-maintenance w/ xeriscaping and a lawn area. Entertain on the oversized cement patio big enough for a grill, table & chairs. The covered front porch welcomes you home and offers a great place to watch the days pass by. Attached 2-car garage. The Candelas community is a great, multi-generational neighborhood with amenities for all! Enjoy its 2 pools, fitness centers, community parks with playgrounds, tennis court, baseball field, basketball court & community garden. Top-rated neighborhood school (Three Creeks K-8). Enjoy miles of trails for walking, hiking, running & biking. Easy access to Highway-72 and US-93 for commuting across the Metro area (8 mins from Golden, 15 mins from Boulder & 25 mins from Denver) and to the mountains.