17661 North Richards Drive

Perched at the top of the Hayden hills on 10 private acres, this award-winning North Ridge Homes property captures breathtaking south-facing views and unforgettable sunsets over Mt. Spokane. Recognized in the 2024 Parade of Homes for Best Kitchen and Best Primary Suite, this single-level estate blends luxury, functionality, and craftsmanship throughout. Surrounded by nature with abundant wildlife, it offers a true North Idaho retreat. Inside, vaulted ceilings and expansive windows create an open, light-filled design ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is the centerpiece of the home, featuring a massive 66 sq ft Taj Mahal quartzite island, Thermador appliances, double ovens, warming drawer, pot filler, and an oversized butler's pantry complete with beverage fridge, sink, microwave, and additional prep space. The primary suite offers its own fireplace, private patio access, and a spa-like bathroom with dual vanities, walk-in tiled shower with dual heads, soaking tub, and two walk-in closets. Three additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, including one with an ensuite bathroom, one non-conforming without a closet (currently used as a gym). Additional spaces include an office and a second living area plumbed for a future wet bar.. Thoughtful upgrades continue throughout the home with enhanced insulation, high-end Coretec LVP flooring for sound reduction, whole-house generator, smart home features, and a spacious laundry room with built-in dog wash. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a large covered patio designed to capture the views, plus hookups for a future outdoor kitchen, hot tub, TV, and entertainment area. The property also includes a heated 3-car garage and an exceptional 50x30 insulated shop with power, RV hookup, WiFi, and a future bathroom space already stubbed in. The land itself is both functional and beautiful, featuring a greenhouse with power and irrigation, established garden beds, and a private trail extending partway into the property. A rare combination of privacy, luxury, and usability, this is North Idaho living at its finest. Ask your agent for the full feature sheet--there are simply too many details to list.