Wake up and fall asleep to your very own slice of heaven in Pinyon Crest! Claiming a commanding mountaintop setting on a very generous 2.8+ acre lot, this impressive home overlooks the beautiful Santa Rosa Mountains & the Coachella Valley w/ top-of-the-world views that'll take your breath away. This is one of, if not, the highest lot in the community. Once owned by Denny Miller from Wagon Train & Tarzan, 60475 Scenic Dr is a hidden gem where nature & serenity take center stage. The unique appeal of the home is at once grand & cozy w/ its rustic stucco façade & array of oversized windows that frame out the beauty of landscape. For entertainment, there are plenty of spaces to gather: the dining rm w/ fireplace, spacious library w/ fireplace & charming hearth rm tucked off the kitchen, also w/ fireplace. As you meander, you will note the generous storage & counter space throughout, where high ceilings, exposed beams & voluminous rooms invite a relaxed old world aesthetic. The sleek kitchen is adorned w/ white shaker cabinets, clean-lined countertops & stainless steel appliances. From here, it's easy to head out to the deck / patios to enjoy alfresco meals to the splendorous panoramas of the mountains & Valley. Perched at ~ 4300 ft, this secluded Shangri-La offers a welcome respite w/ temps up to 20 degrees cooler than the desert, inviting you to spend your evenings dining beneath a canopy of stars. To ensure further peace-of-mind living, the home's updated w/ a newly installed septic system, 2-car garage, newer HVAC & Anderson doors/windows (worth ~$40k). Only about ½ mi away from Frank Sinatra's past private hideaway, "Villa Maggio", sources say that his team built the water well systems for this community. HOA maintains roads & water well system helping preserve the tranquility & functionality of this special mountain community. The University of CA system owns 400 acres immediately next to/west of the property, most likely for research & preservation so possibly a build-free zone next door! This property offers a valuable place to truly disconnect w/out giving up accessibility if you are running a business in the Valley. Palm Desert & Palm Springs are only a short drive away, while the mountain setting provides the privacy, cooler climate & tranquility that can be difficult to find in the Valley. Come up, slow down and enjoy the view. Your mountain retreat is waiting - Priced below recent appraisal - Ultimate natural privacy is reality with this location!
| MLS # | SW26188334 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $108 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1964 |
| Days On Site | 14 |
| Listing Provided By | Serv Corp | Peter Khanbegian |
| Bed(s) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,903 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Units | 1 |
| Zoning | R-1-2 1/2 |
| Acreage | 2.81 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central, Heat Pump |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Interior Features | Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets |
| Window Features | Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Skylights |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Exterior Features | Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Roof | Flat |
| Security Features | Prewired, Smoke Detectors |
| Construction Materials | Drywall, Frame, Plaster, Stucco |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Lot Features | Lot Over40000Sqft, Sloped Up |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, On Site, Private, Unpaved |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Phone Available, See Remarks, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Electric | Volts220In Kitchen, Volts220In Laundry, Volts220 |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Community Features | Hiking, Mountainous, Near National Forest, Rural |
|---|
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Riverside |
| City | Mountain Center |
| Zip Code | 92561 |
| Area | 326 Pinyon Pines | Garner Valley |
| Community Name | Pinyon Crest (32607) |
| Listing VS Median (in Pinyon Crest (32607)) | |
Price: $874,900 low | high Med: $874,900 sqft: 2,903 low | high Med: 2,903 $ / sqft: $301 low | high Med: $301 On site: 14 low | high Med: 14 | |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Riverside |
| City | Mountain Center |
| Zip Code | 92561 |
| Area | 326 Pinyon Pines | Garner Valley |
| Community Name | Pinyon Crest (32607) |
| Listing VS Median (in Pinyon Crest (32607)) | |
Price: $874,900 low | high Med: $874,900 sqft: 2,903 low | high Med: 2,903 $ / sqft: $301 low | high Med: $301 On site: 14 low | high Med: 14 | |