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$699,000

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3 Beds

2 Baths

1,968 SqFt

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Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,968 sqft

Price per Sqft $355

MLS Listing ID 226072883

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1979

Lot Size 14810.000 Acres

Acres 0.34

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source MLS Metrolist

Property Description

232 John Ebbetts Road is one of the architectural standouts in the high-alpine community of Bear Valley. This remarkable timber-frame residence exemplifies mountain architecture at its finest, blending enduring craftsmanship with a design philosophy that celebrates both the rugged Sierra environment and the warmth of a handcrafted alpine retreat. The home was architect-designed and constructed with heavy timber framing and exceptional structural integrity, a design that has proven its resilience through decades of severe Sierra winters. Set among mature aspens on a private homesite bordered by deeded common areas, the residence enjoys a rare sense of seclusion while preserving views and natural surroundings. Expansive open-beam ceilings, soaring interior volumes, and a dramatic multi-level floor plan create an atmosphere that is both grand and inviting. Rich wood finishes, exposed structural elements, and an emphasis on natural materials showcase the artistry of traditional mountain construction. The approximately 1,950-square-foot home features three bedrooms, two baths, and a thoughtfully designed three-story layout that maximizes light, space, and connection to the outdoors. Large windows frame forest views while an expansive deck nestles into the surrounding aspens, creating an ideal setting for entertaining or quiet mountain relaxation. Upgrades include a sauna, replaced with new equipment in 2025, all new windows throughout the whole house in 2021, as well as new sections of the roof. Amenities including custom gathering spaces such as a reading/tv nook off the living room, a downstairs family room with pool table, and an antique wood cook stove that efficiently heats much of the home reinforce its reputation as a true four-season retreat. Architecturally significant not only for its striking timber-frame design but also for its enduring quality, 232 John Ebbetts Road represents the spirit of Bear Valley's original visionhomes designed in harmony with the alpine landscape rather than imposed upon it. The result is a wooden masterpiece that feels both timeless and authentic, a distinctive mountain sanctuary where craftsmanship, design, and nature come together in perfect balance.

Location

State CA

County Alpine

Area 13600

Direction Bear Valley Rd. to upper John Ebbetts Rd.

Rooms

Guest Accommodations No

Master Bathroom Shower Stall(s), Soaking Tub, Tile

Living Room Great Room, View, Open Beam Ceiling

Dining Room Dining/Family Combo

Kitchen Kitchen/Family Combo, Tile Counter

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Propane Stove, Electric, Wood Stove

Cooling None

Flooring Carpet, Tile

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Kitchen, Wood Burning, Gas Piped, See Remarks

Window Features Dual Pane Full

Appliance Free Standing Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Electric Oven

Laundry Dryer Included, Washer Included

Exterior

Parking Features Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+

Utilities Available Public, Sewer Connected, Internet Available, Underground Utilities, Propane, Propane Tank Leased

View Forest

Roof Type Metal

Topography Level

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Meadow East, Meadow West, Greenbelt

Story 3

Foundation Concrete, ConcretePerimeter

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Water District

Architectural Style Chalet

Schools

Elementary Schools Alpine Unified

Middle Schools Vallecito Union

High Schools Brett Harte Union

School District Alpine

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 005-292-009-0

Special Listing Condition None

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232 John Ebbetts RD Bear Valley, CA 95223

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