2041 Baywood VW Arnold, CA 95223

Hear that velvet-soft rustle in the pines? Don't fret, it's just the local honey bear trio commuting through the subdivision toward the wild freedom of SPI land. This is where the pavement ends and your story begins. Tucked away in the most coveted corner of Blue Lake Springs, you'll find a deeper kind of value: living on the edge of peace, trailheads, and the wild frontier. It's the off-the-grid feeling you crave, with access to the amenities you love like multiple lakes, pool, courts, and more. Set back from the street for maximum privacy, this stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Scandinavian-inspired chalet is the ultimate hide-and-seek champion. Like a well-hidden Elven outpost in Rivendell, this home is so seamlessly tucked into the landscape you'd miss it if you weren't invited. The level parking area glides you right into a covered walkway and through the front door, where you're immediately greeted by the timeless charm of vaulted ceilings and a spacious 1,440 sq. ft. open loft floorplan. It's the perfect marriage of classic mountain architecture and thoughtful modern updates. Inside, you'll find newer luxury vinyl plank flooring in every room, sleek Quartz counter-tops, and modern light fixtures that brighten every corner. The stone hearth and wood stove are so inviting you can practically hear the crackle and pop of the wood on a snowy winter day. The bathrooms on each level have been elegantly updated with high-end finishes, while the skylights provide a vantage of the blue bird skies above. When you're ready for the true indoor-outdoor experience, step onto the expansive deck to soak in the view of the surrounding trees. Warning: The treetop views are known to cause uncontrollable jaw-dropping and mild neck fatigue. Please gaze responsibly. High-quality structural updates including a Presidential roof, gutters with guards, central heating, a refreshed wood shed, and the all-important bear box, provide total peace of mind. Located centrally between Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, and the charming wine charades of Murphys, this hidden gem is perfectly positioned for maximum enjoyment. Maintain its legacy as a sought after vacation rental, or claim the silence and sanctuary entirely for yourself. Welcome home.