20175 Chapel Dr

This prime location offers privacy, quiet, and an expansive view of forest lands to the east. Nature enthusiasts and gardeners will enjoy the yard which includes a lawn area, a grape arbor, river rock walls, flower beds, aspens, and a small pond. This oasis in the landscape attracts and provides sanctuary for a variety of birds, butterflies, squirrels, tree frogs, and occasional deer. The upstairs loft serves as an office space and Comcast internet is available. Large new iron and concrete decks provide space for outdoor dining, lounging on a porch swing, container gardening, watching sun and moon rise, and enjoying seasonal changes in the view. House/property amenities include: Three levels of light-filled spacious rooms Radiant Heated wood and laminate floors Granite rock hearth with a Vermont Casting woodstove Swamp cooler Custom made kitchen cabinetry by Selby Cabinet Shoppe Open downstairs area for bedroom/guest quarters Cedar man/woman shed with sunset views Large garage (800 sq ft) with extensive shelving and cabinets High clearance garage door for RV parking Adjustable Climbing wall Potting shed Automatic irrigation system New sod lawn Excellent defensible space For outdoor adventurers, there are many hiking trails and camping opportunities along the Highway 108 corridor. Spectacular Sonora Pass is a gateway to wilderness backpacking in the Sierra Nevada Range. Pinecrest Lake is 40 minutes away for swimming, boating, and hiking. Dodge Ridge and Bear Valley ski areas are close by, as well as x-country skiing. Yosemite National Park is 1 1/2 hours away. This home offers comfortable living surrounded by scenic beauty, springtime birdsong, frog choruses, gray squirrel antics, with friendly neighbors and access to a lifetime of outdoor adventures.