$449,900

Description

Nestled among towering Ponderosa pines in the heart of Lakeside, this amazing 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home offers the peaceful mountain lifestyle the White Mountains are known for. Set on a generous .34-acre wooded lot, the property provides plenty of privacy and room to enjoy the outdoors year-round. Inside, vaulted ceilings create an open, airy feel throughout the main living area, while a large kitchen and dedicated dining area make the home ideal for cooking, gathering, and entertaining. The home has central HVAC, and a pellet stove adds cozy warmth during cool mountain evenings. Storage abounds throughout the home, including a dedicated storage area above the garage. The garage itself is set up for the hobbyist or handyman, featuring a built-in workbench, shelving, and an upright freezer - ideal for anyone who loves to have everything organized and within reach. A brand-new roof with a transferable warranty provides added peace of mind for years to come. Step outside to a partially covered back patio overlooking a large fenced-in backyard - perfect for gathering or simply relaxing in the shade of the trees. The backyard is made for entertaining, featuring a gazebo with hot tub hookups already in place, raised garden beds, and two storage sheds. There is also RV parking outside the garage, and bonus room off the patio that adds flexible space for a home office, game room, or studio. Something else to note is that this home is within 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant. Conveniently located near shops, dining, and the hospital, this home puts you right in the heart of one of Arizona's best kept secrets. The White Mountains are a 4-season paradise, with over 400 miles of trails through Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest - perfect for hikers, horseback riders, OHV enthusiasts, and hunters, and in-town lakes offering world-class trout fishing and kayaking. Add championship golf courses, skiing at Sunrise Park Resort, and the most stunning Ponderosa pine forest, and it's easy to see why people fall in love with this place and never want to leave. You really have to experience it for yourself!