This stunning custom home showcases a Mountain Contemporary design with exquisite accents throughout. The vaulted ceilings feature hand-hewn beams, beetle-kill tongue & groove pine, and a custom hand-carved log stair railing. As you enter, you are greeted by a grand rock wood-burning fireplace and breathtaking views of the surrounding open space to the south and the National Forest to the west. The open living area is ideal for entertaining family and friends, while the custom kitchen boasts a large island, a spacious walk-in pantry, convection oven, gas stove, and a warming drawer. The dining room, with its large windows, opens onto a generous wrap-around deck that creates a magical ambiance. The master bedroom offers direct access to the wrap-around deck, perfect for enjoying moonlit evenings. Adjacent to the kitchen, there is a nice size office, and the main level also features a utility room with cabinets and a sink. The lower level includes a sizable great room, two bedrooms, and a full bath. A flagstone walkway leads from the house to the oversized detached two-car garage, finished with insulation and drywall. There is a nice workshop area and additional storage space above. The attached ATV garage on the west side includes a nice gardener's potting area. The asphalt driveway completes the property, providing convenient access. Enjoy direct access to the National Forest from your back door, where you can ride your ATV's, enjoy all the hiking trails, hunting, cross-country skiing, and secluded privacy. Conveniently located just 15 minutes to town. Natural gas is a big plus. Central Water system. Internet is Aristata. Extra 50 amp service in the garage. Very low traffic because it's at the end of Monte Escondido Drive. Call now to schedule a private showing.