Once you get thru the front range heading west, there are vast areas of diverse open country to explore and enjoy. Great uncrowded driving roads abound.
I've done a number of extended RV trips around Colo. Over the last few summers, with 911 in tow to explore. Spent little time on the east side of the front range.
You'll have to opportunities for great get aways once you are settled in.
Great sand dunes Nat. park
Overlooking the Gunnison from the north side, great empty roads there.
Out wandering south of Royal Gorge.
Cool valley drive south of Carbondale.
Lots to see!
Cheers Richard