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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.
Property Type(s):
Single Family
| Last Updated | 5/20/2026 | Year Built | 1965 |
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| Community | MNTC - Mountain Center | County | Riverside |
Additional Details
| AIR | None |
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| APPLIANCES | Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer |
| AREA | MNTC - Mountain Center |
| EXTERIOR | Garden, Rain Gutters |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| HEAT | Central, Propane, Wood, Wood Stove |
| INTERIOR | Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, Wired for Data |
| LOT | 0.26 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Sloped Up, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Wooded |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 0.26 |
| PARKING | Driveway, Gravel, Gated, RV Access/Parking, On Street, Unpaved |
| POOL DESCRIPTION | None |
| SEWER | Septic Tank |
| STORIES | 1 |
| UTILITIES | Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Neighborhood, Trees/Woods |
| WATER | Private, See Remarks, Shared Well |
| WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION | Lake |
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