He nudged her forward and they entered through a set of double doors into his home, decorated with natural finishings and modern furniture. The high ceiling was vaulted, made of warm, caramel-colored wood. Smoothed river rocks formed the hearth and chimney, and gray and brown flagstones covered the floors. A cream-colored sofa atop a rug of a darker color centered the great room, and the kitchen looked freshly remodeled with clean lines and hidden appliances. Floor to ceiling windows in the great room and kitchen brought in the picture-perfect mountains making the home simply spectacular.

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