$749,000

There's a side of Big Bear the crowds never find. Cross the dam to the north shore and discover Fawnskin, the storybook village locals call the mountains' best-kept secret. Just across the street from the lake in the beautiful Grout Bay area, this thoughtfully upgraded two-story mountain home offers lake and mountain views, towering pines, and a rare opportunity to own a large parcel with 3 APNs in Fawnskin/Big Bear. The combined property includes 4 lots totaling approximately 28,602 square feet (0.66 acres). The inviting main residence offers approximately 1,400 square feet with 3 bedrooms, including a main-floor bedroom, 2 full baths, and a versatile bonus room. Interior highlights include a modern gas fireplace, central heating, a remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and new refrigerator, and an updated primary bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower. Additional improvements include a new roof, energy-efficient windows, and fresh interior and exterior paint. The finished detached two-car garage features insulation, drywall, a new garage door, 20-amp outlets, and overhead storage. A private well serves the home, complemented by a newer well pump, wellhouse, water heater, and washer/dryer. The additional Cherokee Street parcel features a separate entrance and existing