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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,320 sqft
Price per Sqft $318
MLS Listing ID SW-26179926
Style Cottage
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1979
Lot Size 5,663 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Property Description
Originally built in the 1970s by the grandfather of the current owner, the cabin eventually passed out of the family. Decades later, the family had the rare opportunity to reacquire it, bringing a special piece of their history back home and once again making it their mountain getaway. Step through the cheerful turquoise front door and it feels like stepping back in time. The cabin has remained remarkably true to its roots, retaining much of its original 1970s character. Soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, exposed beams, vintage wood paneling, retro carpeting, an original kitchen and nostalgic finishes create an authentic mountain atmosphere. The main living space is open and airy, with dramatic wood ceilings and windows framing the surrounding forest. A wood-burning stove set against a stone hearth adds another quintessential cabin touch, while the open staircase and loft-style architecture give the home an unexpectedly spacious feel. Upstairs continues the vintage charm with exposed wood ceilings and treetop views, while the lower level provides additional living space with its own retro personality. Outside, the cabin nearly disappears into its wooded setting. Mature trees surround the property, creating a quiet, tucked-away feeling, while the wraparound deck provides the perfect place for morning coffee or simply listening to the breeze through the pines. Cedar-shake accents, rustic architecture and that unforgettable turquoise door add just the right amount of quirky mountain charm. For the vintage enthusiast, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy an authentic 1970s cabin that hasn't had its character remodeled away. For the buyer with a more modern vision, its manageable footprint offers an inviting canvas to update while preserving the architectural details that make it special. The Bird House is not a cookie-cutter mountain remodel—and that is precisely the point. It is warm, wonderfully retro, a little quirky and filled with history. A family cabin that somehow found its way home again is now ready for someone new to love it. Come experience the Bird House—and write the next chapter of its story.
Location
State CA
County Riverside
Area 222 - Idyllwild
Rooms
Basement Finished
Interior
Interior Features Balcony, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Kitchen Open to Family Room
Heating Wood Stove
Cooling None
Flooring Carpet, Laminate
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Laundry Individual Room, Inside
Exterior
Parking Features Driveway
Pool None
Community Features BLM/National Forest, Hiking, Mountainous
Utilities Available Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected
View Y/N Yes
View Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Building
Lot Description Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Sloped Down
Sewer Sewer Paid
Nearby Locations
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John R Thompson
Broker/Owner | License ID: 01200900
Broker/Owner License ID: 01200900