All the benefits of living in a beautiful ponderosa forest meld in this northwest home while being only 10 minutes from downtown Spokane & the airport. This quiet gated community has the feel of living in the country while being only minutes from shopping. It's nestled on 17 low-maintenance acres, boasts a fenced garden w raised beds, fruit & nut trees, berries. This extremely well-maintained home features a versatile floor plan: 5 bedrooms upstairs (1 that can be used as an office or playroom,1 w roughed in plumbing for an add'l ensuite), 4 baths, walk-in closets throughout & loads of storage. A huge sunset deck is the ideal spot for summer entertaining w beautiful views. The daylight walkout basement has a huge family room w kitchenette & large bonus room. Also featured is a fantastic two-story treehouse: finished w tongue & groove cedar walls, electric, heat & two balconies. Neighborhood road is privately owned, maintained & plowed. There is ample room to hike, bike, enjoy nature. Truly, this is an oasis.