Mountain living at its best with this expertly crafted unobstructed panoramic forest view home perched on the ridge of the Stanislaus River Canyon. Premiere private and quiet location on oversized .73 lot. Log, stone, and slate accents give this house a rustic cabin feel with modern touches. The classic finishes of a true mountain lodge are found from the intricate exterior and interior use of timber logs, stone, and slate. Open concept living is highlighted by soaring vaulted ceilings, chalet style wall of windows, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and alder cabinets complete with soft close touch. Move right in, most furniture and furnishings are included! Pride of ownership - original owners now selling and they have spared no expense: poured concrete rear decking with steel pan and iron railings for minimal maintenance; custom furniture style built-ins and cabinets; all custom made trim-casing, base, and window sills; two completely separate HVAC systems - one for each level; custom front doors with vents; custom lighting fixtures throughout; scraped hardwood flooring; slate tile wall in dining room; hand floated interior walls; fabricated granite throughout; nearly new high capacity tankless hot water system; jetted tub in master; and acrylic stucco for reduced maintenance. Oversized 3 car garage with easy extra long horseshoe driveway. Functional floor plan with master on the main level. Lower level perfect for guests with two bedrooms, recreation / game room, full bath, wet bar, deck access. Tons of sub area storage. Exceptional views from most rooms - 4 bedrooms plus office - 3.5 baths. Popular Forest Meadows gated community offers up numerous amenities including road maintenance, security patrols, parks, pools, tennis, bocce and pickle ball, playgrounds, trails, and dog area. Underground utilities. Come tour this exceptional view estate located in Murphys, just minutes to downtown. Explore local recreational gems, area wine tasting, shops, and dining.