$1,450,000

Grand in scale, intimate in feeling, this custom-designed estate sits on nearly an acre in the heart of Arnold's sought-after Lakemont Pines community. The property unfolds like a private world: a seasonal creek and pond, a grove of towering aspens, open meadow, and a home whose design blurs the line between inside and out. Elegantly designed with intention, the home draws the outside in at every turn. Walls of windows frame the forest, the creek and the meadow, light and nature woven into every room. The soaring exposed timber trusses draw your eyes up the moment you walk in. There is simply nothing else like it. This is a home built to be felt, not just lived in. Over 4,600 sq ft flows across distinct wings, a primary suite with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, heated window seat, executive loft, walk-through closet and private covered deck with en suite bath. A great room anchored by a Rumford wood-burning fireplace and chef's kitchen with Liebherr refrigerator, Garland range and double ovens. A guest wing with two bedrooms, second living area, library nook, bunk loft accessed by hidden ladder and heated window seat. Two separate laundry areas add everyday ease. Warmed throughout by radiant heated floors, custom-crafted cabinetry flows through every space, a level of finish rarely found at any price. The recreation room with five sets of sliding glass doors opens to the outdoors on every side, built for gathering, games and pure enjoyment. Four decks, three patios, two outdoor fireplaces, a covered hot tub room with panoramic views, meadow firepit, garden, treehouse, sandbox and blackberries along the creek. Every season brings something new to discover. A double oversized pull-through garage completes this one-of-a-kind property. Just around the corner from Lakemont Pines, the largest private lake in the area, where members enjoy a clubhouse, dock, beach, kayaking and paddle boarding. Take a short drive to historic Murphys for dining, wine tasting and entertainment. Big Trees State Park, local lakes, the Stanislaus River and Bear Valley ski resort make the Upper Highway 4 corridor one of the most unique destinations in the Sierra Nevada. Active established short-term vacation rental with a loyal following of repeat guests. For the buyer who has been waiting for something truly irreplaceable, this is a generational legacy home. Some places you visit. Some places you never want to leave.