$800,000

For the first time ever, this one-owner custom-built Mt. Hood home is on the market! Welcome home to your own private mountain retreat on 5.92 acres, tucked beside Mt. Hood National Forest, halfway between Hood River and the ski slopes! Pass through the gate and follow a long, curved, tree-lined driveway to a home completely hidden from the road. Mature trees, a Japanese garden, a huge yard, and peaceful forest surroundings make this a place to truly get away from it all. Enjoy snowfall each winter and quiet mornings on the wraparound porch.Inside are 3 bedrooms, 2 baths,a large office with french doors, beautiful hand-laid Brazilian cherry floors, a large eat-in kitchen, and formal dining space. There's much more room than the listed square footage suggests! Only the primary living area is counted. The large, partially finished daylight basement is not included and offers a separate entrance and additional living quarters with a partial kitchenette. Two office or flex spaces, including one with its own entrance near the garage, add even more options.Need room for projects? You'll love the oversized 2-car garage with bonus shop, large finished and unfinished storage areas, space for a gym or farm work, tool sheds, and RV and boat parking.Once a working emu ranch, the fenced property includes 9 animal pens with shelters and electricity, plus a brand-new, forest-safe chicken coop built for egg production. There's room to garden, raise animals, and enjoy the land.Outdoor adventure is right next door! The Oak Ridge Trailhead is less than 100 yards away, with hiking and running near Surveyors Ridge and views of Mt. Hood. Toll Bridge Park, Hood River, vinyards, orchardd, farm stands and mountain recreation are close by.Interest rate buydown available with preferred lender. Ask for details. Subject to lender approval and terms. Square footage is estimated; some spaces are non-conforming. Many bonus tooms. Buyer to verify all details.