From the early 70s until his unexpected early passing in 1997, John Denver’s Aspen estate was one of his great loves. It was set in the Starwood community, which has 24/7 security that Denver initially helped fund way back when. Not only did the famed folk singer write and record music at his longtime mountain retreat, but he even wrote a song about it. His tune, simply named Starwood in Aspen, pays homage to his happy place.
Denver’s Aspen estate was broken apart in 2016 when the main house sold, according to Mansion Global. Now, the five-acre property that holds the musician’s former studio and guest house is up for sale seeking $8.495 million.
The 2,912-square-foot abode still boasts some features from the days when Denver walked the halls, including a stained-glass wall and dining room furnishings, while recent updates include a remodeled kitchen, new patio, and gazebo. Most impressively, the home sits on an upper flat lot in Starwood that gives complete, unobstructed views from the valley to Independence Pass and Mt. Sopris. The possibilities for future development are also exciting. A new owner could build 3,137 square feet onto the existing structure to make even more room for visitors and hosting.
The seller, reported by Mansion Global to be a Florida-based physician, only purchased the property last year. For those who would like to cherish it a bit longer as Denver did, P.J. Bory of Christie’s International Real Estate Aspen Snowmass holds the listing.