59307 Courtesy Drive, Mountain Center, CA 92561
Private Mountain Retreat Near Lake Hemet – Escape the Desert Heat and Busy City Life! Enjoy peaceful mountain living in this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-story home at Thomas Mountain Village in beautiful Garner Valley. Situated at 4,500 ft elevation on a ¼-acre lot, this 1,367 sq ft home offers cooler summers, mild winters, and easy access to outdoor recreation while remaining within driving distance of desert amenities. The open floor plan includes a welcoming great room with wood-burning stove, back annex area, cozy dining area, and kitchen. The home features wood floors, spacious bedrooms with ceiling fans, and a dedicated laundry room with washer, dryer, sink, and storage. The spa-style bathroom includes tile floors, a tiled shower and granite countertops. Updates include: • Bosch dishwasher, induction stove, range hood, garbage disposal (2020) • New roof (2022) • Bathroom and all plumbing updated in 2008 Outside, the park-like backyard offers privacy, mature trees, and space to relax, garden or store your RV. The property also includes two storage sheds, one large enough for single-car garage storage. Additional features include: • RV sewer hookup near driveway • Exterior electrical outlets front and back • No Homeowners Association - you will be part owner of a water company • Furnishings available at no extra cost if desired Location Highlights: • 5 minutes to Lake Hemet for fishing, kayaking, and picnicking • 20 minutes to Idyllwild shops and restaurants • Miles of quiet, paved residential roads ideal for biking and strolling the neighborhoods • Nearby hiking trails and access to the Pacific Crest Trail Enjoy a peaceful mountain retreat while still being within reach of desert cities. Approximate Drive Times: • Palm Desert – 40 minutes • Idyllwild – 20 minutes • Temecula – about 1 hour • San Diego – about 2 hours Perfect as a full-time home or weekend escape from the desert heat and the hustle/bustle of city life. Why buy an expensive Garner Valley Estates home when you can get an affordable option in the same location with no HOA.
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
1,367
Lot Size
11,325.6 sqft
Year Built
1965
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
0
MLS #
TR26101917
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Furnished, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, Wired For Data, Attic, Bedroom On Main Level
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace
Blower Fan, Great Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
Accessibility
Safe Emergency Egress From Home, No Stairs
Appliances
Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Propane Dryer Hookup
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Heating
Central, Propane, Wood, Wood Stove
Parking Features
Driveway, Gravel, Gated, Pull Through, Rv Hook Ups, Rv Access Parking, On Street, Unpaved
Patio & Porch
Covered, Deck, Wood
Fencing
Block, Chain Link, Privacy, Wood
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Sloped Up, Trees
Spa Features
Bath
Sewer
Septic Tank
Water Source
Private, See Remarks, Shared Well
Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Lake, Mountainous, Rural, Valley, Water Sports
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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