There are homes that are new–there are homes that are like new-and then there are homes that are better than new! This home, located in the very popular Bear Creek area of Montrose fits into the final category! It was built with many upgraded features just two years ago and the owners took it from there-adding those special touches that you'd have in front of you after you've moved in to your new home. It has a fabulous open design with two central cores-one the living room center of the home, and the other the kitchen-dining core. Its three bedrooms have been designed to have one as a flex/office/studio space so that whether you need that room for you-or you need it for others-it's ready to go. The kitchen is amazing-way beyond what you'd expect-so much granite-beautiful undermount, extra deep and roomy soft touch sink-upgraded stainless appliances and a wealth of cabinetry. One of the most special features is the flow-through pantry and laundry area with perfectly designed stacked washer and dryer and impressive space for those supplies, appliances and goodies that ordinarily fill up your kitchen cabinets. The flooring is all-weather wood look plank that is perfect for so many situations, including pets. High quality energy-wise heating and cooling will keep your utility costs way down. A premier feature is the ultra-quite whole house fan, which is damper-mounted inside the attic area so that you don't even know it's operating. It's perfect for those seasons and times of day to bring in comfortable outside air by simply cracking the patio door or window. Of course there's natural gas as well as LED lighting-all those things that help you save money and make living comfortable. The setting and yard of this sharp home are a special treat. There's a broad, custom patio out back with custom pergola and roller shades for those days you don't want direct sun. The majority of the year this allows you to use the back patio when others are tied up inside because outside spaces are too cold. The entire yard is landscaped and is on a sprinkler setup, making living easy. Low maintenance gravel pathways lead back and forth from one area to another and keep your watering bills low. Of special interest is the 8×10 storage shed in back so that you can store your goodies, and you'll have even more places to put your Colorado toys in the garage, which not only has a custom workspace with LED lighting above along its south wall, but also a wealth of storage along the north side. Unlike many homes in our area, the driveway is perfect- and has a gentle grade-allowing easy maintenance. Be sure to take a peek at the Sneffels Mountain view to the south as you approach the home–this will be the view that you'll enjoy every day! Come see this very well priced Montrose home-move in ready so that you can love it right from the start. You'll see why it's truly, 'Better than new!”