Charming mountain retreat in the highly sought-after Highland Lakes neighborhood with stunning Pikes Peak views, abundant trees, and exceptional outdoor living on 1.3 private acres. This 1,946 square foot home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and warm mountain character throughout with vaulted wood ceilings, oak flooring, and expansive windows designed to capture the views. The main living area features a dramatic window wall showcasing Pikes Peak, vaulted wood ceilings, and oak flooring. The adjoining dining area includes oak flooring and patio door access to the expansive wrap-around deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen offers granite countertops and stainless appliances including refrigerator, gas range/oven, dishwasher, and microwave. The main-level bedroom includes a large window and bifold closet, while the main bath features wood flooring, single vanity, and ceramic shower over jetted tub. Upstairs, the loft-style primary suite offers vaulted wood ceilings, fireplace, window wall with mountain views, walk-in closet, and adjoining bath with jetted tub/shower combo. The finished lower level includes a spacious third bedroom currently used as a family room with large windows, carpet flooring, bifold closet, and nearby ¾ bath access. Washer and dryer are included in the laundry/mechanical room. What the owner loves most about the property is the elevated setting above the street, the privacy provided by the mature trees, and the huge wrap-around deck that has served as a favorite mountain getaway for years. Recent improvements include a new 50-gallon water heater, finished basement, complete roof replacement in 2021, front step improvements with added stonework, exterior stain and seal completed in 2024, and septic service completed in 2025.