Outstanding custom-built contemporary stone estate located on the quiet side of the Newlands, backing to open space, on 1.25 acres with sweeping city, Flatiron and mountains views. From the moment you arrive you are captivated by the immense curb appeal and striking presence, commanding and welcoming, making a lasting first impression. Built by a builder-developer for his own personal residence featuring over 9600 SF of gracious living and entertaining areas on three levels, fine architectural details, soaring 20 ft. ceilings, numerous terraces and patios, five bedrooms (all en-suite) and 10 baths, a first-floor mother-in-law or guest apartment for extended family, a heated saltwater pool in an extraordinary setting with mountain views, a hot tub conservatory room and an elevator with direct access from every floor including the heated 6 car garage with workshop and ½ bath. Walk or bike to downtown Pearl Street and enjoy immediate access to Boulder’s best hiking trails right outside your door. The top floor is impressive with cherry flooring, custom millwork, crown molding, dramatic ceilings, formal living room overlooking the city, formal dining area with Flatiron views and dining terrace, enormous Chef’s kitchen with tongue and groove soaring ceilings, tumbled marble backsplash, top of the line appliances; Viking double wall ovens, Viking 6 burner gas cooktop, two Bosch dishwashers, GE Monogram refrigerator, walk-in pantry and casual family dining area with floor to ceiling two-side stone fireplace shared with the family room and two outdoor terraces for dining and a BBQ area. The primary suite is ideally located on this floor with reading room and an outdoor terrace, fireplace, library hall, bedroom with 20ft ceilings and a five-piece bath with steam shower, jetted soaking tub and two walk-in closets. Air condition hot tub conservatory with skylights and wraparound windows can be accessed from the primary as well as the family room. The second level of the home features many flexible and highly functional spaces for all you needs. Three en-suite guestrooms, spacious children’s playroom, a yoga room with full bath and steam shower, an art studio or sun room, a home exercise room with full bath and a 2500 bottle wine cellar. The main level features a billiards room and game room with wet bar and fireplace, a media room with wet bar and covered patio and shares a two-sided fireplace with the home office, complete with built-in desks and shelving. A mother-in-law or guest apartment designed to accommodate guests or extended family members features a maple kitchen and French doors to covered porch and where guests can come and go without disturbing the household. A powder room and a laundry room with chute and Whirlpool washer and dryer are on the main level as well.Surrounded by nature and maturely landscaped with large rock outcroppings, garden borders, impressive stone walls and flagstone patios, a pool equipment building, cistern for irrigation, perennials and flowering Linden trees. Heated driveway and snowmelt system on the roof. The saltwater pool is equipped with a retractable cover and an additional safety cover. An incredible Boulder lifestyle estate! It's private with stunning natural surroundings, situated in an ideal location. It's perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the ultimate Boulder lifestyle.