Welcome to beautiful Garden Valley and this magnificent 23-acre property just 10 minutes above the South Fork of the American River and historic Coloma/Lotus. The property features a 3,542 square foot craftsman style timber frame 3-4 bedroom, 4 bathroom house overlooking a lush, green meadow adjacent to year-round Empire creek. The residence has a radiant heating system, wood stove, a Seller owned solar system (with $0 true up most years), and extensive decking ideal for enjoying outdoor living in this private setting. The house features an expansive open floor plan with vaulted open beam ceilings and a soaring wall of windows. The gourmet kitchen is complete with a gas range with six-burner cook top with hood, built-in stainless-steel refrigerator/freezer, and an island with a sink. The Master includes a gas fireplace, jetted tub, and access to the outside deck. The massive lower-level garage/basement has abundant storage space and is complete with a full bathroom. Car collectors and hobbyists will love the detached 2,160 sq foot shop with tall ceilings and concrete floors that could be suitable for a home-based business. The detached studio cabin, with some TLC, can be a guest quarters or ADU. Gardeners will love the greenhouse and plenty of room to plant a substantial garden.