60425 Santa Rosa Road, Mountain Center, CA 92561

Sanctuary in the Sky: Elegant Mountain Living Above the Coachella ValleyNestled in the exclusive enclave of Pinyon Crest, just 20 minutes from the world-class shopping and dining of El Paseo–”The Rodeo Drive of the Desert”–this custom mountain estate offers a rare fusion of natural beauty, architectural grace, and modern comfort. Set at 4,100 feet in the San Jacinto Mountains, enjoy temperatures 15-20 degrees cooler than the desert floor, crystal-clear air, and a sense of seclusion in a private, gated community featuring its own pure-water system and meticulously maintained roads.Commanding a pristine 2.5-acre lot bordering the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto National Monument, this 2,700+ sq. ft. residence delivers uninterrupted vistas of the Coachella Valley, Little San Bernardino Mountains, and the often snow-capped Mount Santa Rosa. Nearly every room captures the outdoors, and multiple decks extend the living experience to the open sky–where brilliant sunrises and starlit nights under the Milky Way define the rhythm of life.The main home features three bedrooms plus a dedicated office, including private guest quarters with one bedroom, a separate living area and entrance–ideal for hosting or multigenerational living. A gourmet kitchen anchors the home with Cambria quartz counters, premium appliances, and abundant cabinetry. The primary suite is a sanctuary of its own, complete with a generous walk-in closet and serene mountain views. Almost all bedrooms open to decks, seamlessly merging indoor and outdoor living. Outdoors, nature unfolds as art: seven cascading ponds filled with Japanese koi, accented by lotus blooms and water lilies, create a tranquil soundscape. Native pines, palms, and seasonal wildflowers flourish without effort, offering ever-changing splashes of color. Miles of nearby hiking and biking trails begin just steps from your door, inviting daily adventure in a setting where privacy and natural wonder prevail.A rare offering for those seeking elegance, serenity, and the ultimate connection to nature–yet minutes from the vibrance of the desert’s most celebrated destinations.