Want the perfect mountain getaway far above the madding crowd, yet just a short 20 minute drive to Palm Desert? Then this is the property for you. The upscale community of Pinyon Crest has the luxury of resident owned, private HOA maintained water wells providing fresh, clear water to all residents, smooth graded private roads, resident locking mailboxes, transponder controlled back gate for security and privacy. These essentials are maintained by HOA owned equipment: backhoe, road grader, water truck, and a salaried resident operator/mechanic that takes care of it all. Now let's go down the checklist: 1-Affordability. 2-Panoramic mountains. 3-Cool rustic home, terraced setback from road. 4-Documented Nat'l Monument area, borders San Bernardino Nat'l Forest. 5-Community water wells, graded roads. 6-Clean mountain air, crystal clear starry nights. 7-Zen-like serenity. 8-Need binocs to see your nearest neighbor. Check! This is your own personal, private sanctuary. Did I mention quiet? Very quiet... except for the wildlife. This is a designated wildlife preserve. Now for a guided tour: this home is 1382 sq ft, 1.03 acres, 1 master bedroom, 1 guest bedroom, both with panoramic Santa Rosa mountain views, 1 bath, full kitchen, living area, newer HVAC system, central heat, private drive. Enjoy everything the desert cities have to offer with seasonal temperatures 15-20 cooler. Come up, take a look, make an offer, and smile. Then take your best friend out for a walk. You are home.