Mountain Center (MNTC) Homes with Trees/Woods View

Nestled in the heart of Riverside County, Mountain Center (MNTC) is a serene escape that perfectly blends natural beauty with the comforts of home. This charming community is surrounded by the majestic San Jacinto Mountains and lush woodlands, providing residents with breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or someone seeking a peaceful retreat, Mountain Center offers a unique lifestyle that celebrates nature.

One of the standout features of homes in this area is their stunning views of trees and woods, creating a picturesque backdrop that changes with the seasons. Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the soft chirping of birds, all while enjoying your morning coffee on a sun-drenched patio. Properties here often boast expansive windows and spacious decks, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the great outdoors without leaving the comfort of your home.

Mountain Center is not just about stunning views; it’s a community that values a slower pace of life, where neighbors become friends and outdoor adventures are just a stone's throw away. With access to hiking trails, serene parks, and nearby attractions like the picturesque Idyllwild, residents can enjoy a variety of recreational activities year-round.

If you’re looking for a home that offers both a connection to nature and a welcoming community spirit, Mountain Center is the perfect place to settle down. Experience the charm and tranquility of this hidden gem in California, where every day feels like a getaway.

Newest Mountain Center (MNTC) Homes with Trees/Woods View

$1,979,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 26854917PS MLS ⋅ Active Status

Experience exceptional country living on this spectacular 5+ acre equestrian estate in the heart of Garner Valley. One of the first homesites ever sold in the community, this premier property backs directly onto acres of protected community open space and scenic riding trails. Surrounded by majestic ponderosa pines, breathtaking mountain views, your own private lake with a sandy beach, and a charming Zen playhouse with a viewing deck, the property feels like your own private park! The beautifully remodeled, energy-efficient 3,790-square-foot home has been thoughtfully updated throughout and features four en-suite bedrooms, including two luxurious primary suites, one on the main level and one upstairs. Gorgeous timber-look tile flooring, custom wood craftsmanship, quality finishes, exceptional lighting and abundant natural light create an inviting blend of elegance and comfort. The gourmet kitchen, featuring premium appliances, all recently replaced, flows seamlessly into an office area, casual dining space, and welcoming family room, making it the heart of the home for both everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include three fireplaces, elegant formal living and dining rooms, a gracious foyer accessed through the attached porte-cochere, and an approximately 850-square-foot bonus building that can serve as a garage, fitness studio, home office, workshop, artist's studio, or future ADU (subject to approvals). A double-gated curved driveway creates a memorable entrance to this exceptional estate. Outdoor living is equally inviting and impressive, with more than 2,500 square feet of Brazilian slate patios surrounding a private, fully fenced courtyard complete with a spa, mature landscaping, and a whole-house audio system. It is the perfect setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the peace and beauty of the surrounding landscape. Offered fully furnished, this exceptional turnkey estate includes virtually everything needed to enjoy and maintain the property from day one, including furnishings, equipment, tools, and recreational amenities. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, allowing the next owner to move in and immediately embrace the Garner Valley lifestyle while also offering excellent short-term rental potential (subject to local regulations and permitting). New custom window blinds and years of meticulous maintenance reflect the pride of ownership throughout, while still leaving endless opportunities to personalize the estate. Designed for both horse enthusiasts and luxury living, the property features outstanding equestrian amenities, including a six-stall horse barn, two large paddocks, and direct access to miles of riding trails. A 900-square-foot RV garage and workshop provides exceptional flexibility for recreational vehicles, hobbies, storage, or creative pursuits, while the attached 300-square-foot caretaker's quarters or guest suite offers comfortable accommodations for visitors, extended family, or onsite assistance. Offering more than 6,000 square feet of improvements across multiple buildings, over five acres of usable land, exceptional privacy, and premier equestrian amenities, this one-of-a-kind estate presents a rare opportunity to create a luxury family compound, world-class horse property, or private mountain retreat. Lovingly maintained by the same owner for more than 25 years, every aspect of this remarkable property reflects extraordinary care and pride of ownership. Just 30 minutes from Palm Desert and Temecula Wine Country, this is a truly rare offering where luxury, nature, and equestrian living come together in unforgettable fashion.

37030 Tool Box Springs Road, Mountain Center

$282,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26139667 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Opportunity knocks in Pinyon Crest! Situated on over 2 acres (2 parcels) with panoramic mountain views, this custom geodesic home is ready for a complete renovation and is being sold as-is. Featuring approximately 2,420 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, soaring ceilings, a dramatic natural rock fireplace, detached two car garage, and a spacious floor plan, the home offers incredible potential for the right buyer. Bring your contractor, vision, and creativity. The property presents a rare opportunity to restore a one of a kind mountain home in a desirable community with low HOA dues. Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery and just a short drive from Palm Desert, this property could become an exceptional full time residence, weekend retreat, or investment project. Located in the desirable Pinyon Crest community, residents enjoy the convenience of HOA maintained roads and community wells, making mountain living even more accessible. Just 20 minutes from Palm Desert, you'll experience cooler summer temperatures, peaceful surroundings, and breathtaking mountain scenery while remaining close to world class shopping, dining, and golf. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, a mountain getaway, or a one of a kind full time residence, this is a rare opportunity to bring new life to an architectural gem.

61740 Rancho Road Unit 235, Mountain Center

$435,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ TR26101917 MLS ⋅ Active Status

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.

59307 Courtesy Drive, Mountain Center

$495,000

NDP2604069 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Own a Once-in-a-Century Opportunity in the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains Discover a rare chance to own a remarkable piece of California history — approximately 280 acres of pristine, undeveloped land that hasn’t been on the market in over 100 years. This incredible property shares a boundary with the San Bernardino National Forest and is surrounded by natural beauty, including nearby campgrounds, hiking and horse trails, and even a natural spring with its own faucet — a rare and valuable feature. With breathtaking forest views perfect for picturesque photoshoots, the setting offers endless possibilities. Nestled within the awe-inspiring Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, this expansive high-desert parcel offers unmatched panoramic vistas, dramatic topography, and total privacy. It’s an ideal site for a secluded estate, off-grid retreat, eco-lodge, or conservation investment. Accessible via Forest Route 7S02, the property is perfectly situated near some of Southern California’s most desirable mountain and desert destinations. Just 15 minutes away is the charming village of Idyllwild, known for its pine-lined streets, vibrant music scene, local cafés, galleries, and seasonal festivals. A 25- to 30-minute drive leads to Palm Desert, where you’ll find luxury shopping along El Paseo, championship golf, fine dining, and resort amenities. Agua Caliente Casino is also nearby, and Palm Springs International Airport is just an hour away for easy access. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to scenic byways along Highways 74 and 243, the iconic Pacific Crest Trail, Lake Hemet’s fishing and camping, and an endless network of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Surrounded by federally protected land and natural beauty in every direction, this one-of-a-kind property offers the rare combination of seclusion, scale, and proximity to key amenities. A blank canvas in one of California’s most stunning and untouched landscapes — ready for your vision.

636 35-0002 Mountain Center, Mountain Center

$379,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26697111PS MLS ⋅ Active Status

Charming 1953, 2 bed, 1 bath mountain cabin featuring a spacious living room with central AC and heating, brick fireplace, bright bedrooms with custom shelving, and an updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances.Enjoy a window-lined sunroom spanning the width of the home perfect for a home office, guest space, or additional living/dining area plus high-speed fiber internet for easy remote work. Laminate wood-style flooring, dual-pane windows, HVAC, and new fencing. Ideally located just minutes from Lake Hemet, 15 minutes to Idyllwild, and under an hour to Temecula and Palm Desert.

59302 Donna Mae Place, Mountain Center

$379,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ OC26031992 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Perched in the scenic mountains of Mountain Center, this recently remodeled A-frame retreat blends character, comfort, and versatility. Set on .31 acres and fully fenced, the property captures sweeping views while offering privacy and functionality. Inside, the open living and kitchen area is warmed by a cozy wood-burning fireplace, complemented by vinyl flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, and a beautifully updated bathroom. The home features two bedrooms conveniently located downstairs, while a spiral staircase leads to a spacious 400 sq ft loft that could easily serve as a third bedroom, office, or flexible living space. This additional loft area adds valuable square footage and versatility, offering endless possibilities to fit your needs whether a guest suite, creative studio, or workout space. Recent upgrades include newer appliances such as a stove, refrigerator, and washer and dryer, along with a modern all-electric furnace and heating system. The home runs entirely on electric and features a well system with a new switch, strong water pressure, and an 80-gallon capacity. Additional highlights include tinted windows, Trex decking with a gutter system, and a newer roof installed in 2021. Outdoors, you’ll find a two-car garage and the added benefit of being located right next to the local fire station for extra peace of mind. Whether you’re searching for a full-time mountain residence or a serene second-home escape, this distinctive property offers a rare blend of style, upgrades, expanded living space, and mountain charm.

70020 Pines To Palms, Mountain Center

$1,299,900

6 Beds ⋅ 12 Baths ⋅ PTP2600319 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to Black Horse Valley Ranch, a remarkable 15-acre equestrian estate perched high above Garner Valley with sweeping mountain views. This rare offering combines a private retreat, income potential and state of the art equestrian facilities along with a possible income producing green house. The main residence is a comfortable 1,600 sq.ft. home with a 3 car detached garage. Additional living space include a modest 3bd. 2ba. manufactured home and a cozy 1bd. 1ba. bunkhouse, ideal for guests or rental income opportunity. At the heart of the ranch is a gorgeous barn, designed for both function and luxury. Built with 4in. mahogany floors, it features 6 stalls, plus a dedicated foaling stall, a tack room, saddle room, jump room fertility station and an office that doubles as living quarters with a bath and shower. Upstairs, a large loft storage area provides space for equipment and feed. Equestrians will appreciate the mountaintop area with breathtaking views, while an open metal barn/workshop adds versatility for projects. This property is well-equipped with ample RV parking and hookups, wells and septic. This unique ranch offers unmatched equestrian facilities, privacy, and potential, all in a serene mountain setting just minutes from Garner Valley.

61390 State HIghway 74, Mountain Center

$3,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ SW25077009 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the 117 acre Bonita Vista Ranch, truly one of Southern California's most remarkable properties, with convenient access to major cities like Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County ~ A hidden treasure offering ultimate privacy, plentiful water with a year round creek, 4 high yield wells, 8 storage tanks, 5000 gallons each plus a fire safety system ~ Wildlife thrives among towering pines, open meadows and striking landscapes in the historic San Jacinto Mountains ~ Just 10 minutes from Idyllwild, 45 minutes to Temecula's wine region and 50 minutes to Desert hotspots known for fine dining, shopping, entertainment and global sports events ~ Enter this stunning property through the gated drive and embrace tranquility, fresh mountain air with gentle breezes through the pines, deer grazing along the sunlit pond and seasonal apple's from your own orchard...your own Eden like paradise ~ The main home impresses with entry options via a private drive or covered steps into a grand foyer and great room opening to the private pool and outdoor BBQ / dining space ~ The spacious chef's kitchen allows for large meal preparation while enjoying sweeping pine tree and pool views ~ Three large suites, each with private baths, fireplaces and walk in closets, plus two powder rooms, separate laundry room, a mudroom with garage access are all on the main floor ~ Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers two view decks with gorgeous mountain views, a grand bath, walk in closet and fireplace ~ Nearby are two cozy cabins adding 3 additional bedrooms and baths, an outdoor kitchen, extra BBQ area with restrooms near the horse amenities and RV hook-ups and pad ~ Equestrian features include a large lit arena, three shed row barn's with miles of direct trail access ~ nearby is the famous Pacific Crest Trail and rock climbing spots in this Adventure haven ~ Tremendous potential for event venues, airbnb's, perfect set up for a church camp, base camp for mountain biking and general exploration on this multi-parcel Ranch. Opportunity abounds for growth and expansion ~ 5 APN's (567-190-002, 567-260-003, 567-190-003, 567-190-004, 567-190- 005) to be sold and close escrow together ~ Sold As-Is - Buyer, Buyer's Agent to verify all detail's independently

58111 Bonita Vista Road, Mountain Center

$288,000

SW22171999 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Gentle rolling to slightly hilly with breath taking views of Garner Valleyfrom potential building pad site. City water, power, phone our in the street in from of the parcel. Close to Lake Hemet recreation area, and short trip to Temecula Valley Wine Country & Pechanga Casino.

2 Goldshot Creek Road, Mountain Center

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