Seller's Agent in 2025
Tiffany Raridon
Idyllwild Properties Inc.
(951) 852-9661
61 Total Sales
53299 Forest Lake Dr Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549
4
Beds
6
Baths
3,702
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Art Studio
- Fishing
- View of Trees or Woods
- Fiberglass Spa
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of August 2025The Mountaineer’s Lodge is a timeless 3,700 sq ft log cabin perched on a scenic corner lot overlooking Foster Lake Meadow, with breathtaking views of Tahquitz Rock and forested ridgelines. From the moment you arrive, this one-of-a-kind home invites connection—whether you're hosting a lively gathering or simply soaking in the stillness of the mountains. A wide wraparound deck surrounds the home, offering a hot tub, sitting nooks, and plenty of space for al fresco dining and entertaining under the pines. Enter through the welcoming family room, where one door leads to the oversized garage and the other opens to the deck. Inside, an open-concept main level flows beautifully from the well-appointed kitchen—with island and walk-in pantry—to the formal dining room and an expansive living area anchored by a woodstove, French doors, and a handcrafted pub-style cedar bar that could easily belong in a boutique lodge. Upstairs, a large window seat welcomes natural light and quiet moments. Three guest bedrooms share two beautiful, tiled bathrooms—one cheerful and custom, the other warm and rustic. A bookshelf-lined hallway leads to the romantic primary suite with high ceilings and two private ensuite bathrooms: one with a deep jetted tub, the other with a tub and shower combo, both flooded with natural light. Downstairs, a finished lower-level bonus space offers even more flexibility—currently used as a studio with its own bath, this area is ideal for a game room, creative retreat, or overflow guest zone. The oversized garage is set up as a recreation and lounge space, rounding out the home’s generous layout. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, multi-generational escape, or luxury mountain lodge with soul, The Mountaineer’s Lodge offers warmth, scale, and unforgettable character.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Idyllwild Properties Inc. Brokerage Phone: 951-852-9661 License #01318099 Listed on: 07/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,756
Year Built
- Built in 1984
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Property fronts a county road
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned R-1A-20000
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Combination Of Materials Used In The Driveway
- Driveway Up Slope From Street
Property Views
- Woods
- Mountain
- Meadow
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Log Cabin
- Entry on the 2nd floor
- Common Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,702 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Wired For Data
- Bar
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Free Standing Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Attached Deck
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Library
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Art Studio
- Workshop
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Walk-In Pantry
- Butlers Pantry
- Propane Oven
- Propane Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Self-Closing Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Fiberglass Spa
- Wood Patio
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Propane Water Heater
- Septic Type Unknown
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 23
- Tax Tract Number 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 560102020
- $216 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Community Lake
- Near a National Forest
- Mountainous Community
Recreation
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 20, 2025
Closed on
Aug 25, 2025
Sold by
Cahill Living Trust and Cahill Timothy T
Bought by
Mendoza Sandra and Martinez Oscar Rafael
Seller's Agent
Tiffany Raridon
Idyllwild Properties Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Garcia
RBS Realty
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$749,000
Views
14
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
172.24%
Original Mortgage
$599,200
Outstanding Balance
$599,200
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$188,261
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 15, 2020
Closed on
Jun 9, 2020
Sold by
Chartraw Raymond R and Chartraw Maureen Thurston
Bought by
Cahill Timothy T and Cahill Tamera K
Seller's Agent
Cory Ryan
RE/MAX Empire Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jon Millhouse
Palm Springs Reg Assoc of RLTR
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.11%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.76%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2018
Sold by
Mcvey Diana L
Bought by
Chartraw Raymond R and Thurston Chartraw Maureen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$278,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2010
Sold by
Mcvey Donald V and Mcvey Diana L
Bought by
Mcvey Donald and Mcvey Diana L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,000
Interest Rate
4.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 1999
Sold by
Freeman Sheila F
Bought by
Mcvey Donald and Mcvey Diana L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
7.2%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $749,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $465,000 | Fidelity Natl Ttl Co Torranc | |
| Grant Deed | $475,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $275,000 | Lawyers Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $599,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $278,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $142,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $195,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | Sold | $749,000 | 0.0% | $202 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/20/2025 07/20/25 | For Sale | $749,000 | +61.1% | $202 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2020 07/16/20 | Sold | $465,000 | -2.1% | $154 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2020 06/08/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2020 04/15/20 | For Sale | $475,000 | 0.0% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2018 08/21/18 | Sold | $475,000 | -4.8% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2018 05/06/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/24/2018 03/24/18 | For Sale | $499,000 | -- | $165 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,756 | $503,329 | $64,945 | $438,384 |
| 2023 | $5,756 | $483,786 | $62,424 | $421,362 |
| 2022 | $5,591 | $474,300 | $61,200 | $413,100 |
| 2021 | $5,480 | $465,000 | $60,000 | $405,000 |
| 2020 | $5,661 | $484,500 | $61,200 | $423,300 |
| 2019 | $5,519 | $475,000 | $60,000 | $415,000 |
| 2018 | $4,283 | $378,875 | $75,767 | $303,108 |
| 2017 | $4,211 | $371,447 | $74,282 | $297,165 |
| 2016 | $4,179 | $364,165 | $72,826 | $291,339 |
| 2015 | $4,227 | $358,697 | $71,733 | $286,964 |
| 2014 | $4,037 | $351,673 | $70,329 | $281,344 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tiffany Raridon
-
Amanda Garcia
A
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Amanda Garcia
RBS Realty
(818) 297-3489
3 Total Sales
-
Cory Ryan
Seller's Agent in 2020
Cory Ryan
RE/MAX
(951) 544-7444
95 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Jon Millhouse
CRMLS
-
Timothy McTavish
T
Seller's Agent in 2018
Timothy McTavish
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
(760) 619-4765
146 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SW25163211
APN: 560-102-020
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