Welcome to Apple Valley Estates, one of the rare upscale gated communities in Sonora, This beautiful and thoughtfully designed home is a great find. Upon entering you will be impressed by the vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors and the wood-framed fireplace with mantel for displaying your favorite things. The dining room is lined with an abundance of windows that welcome the light while simultaneously offering a multi-sided external view. This desirable kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, stylish tile backsplash and a large island, making it a great baking space as well as a communal place to entertain guests. Open to the kitchen, the cozy family room has a wood-burning stove and creates another comfortable gathering place to enjoy family and friends. There is a half bath, a laundry room with a sink and many cabinets on this level, as well as access to the 2-car garage which includes convenient loft/office space. The wide hallway has built-in cabinets and a pantry. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Ceiling fans are located throughout the home. The master suite has a walk-in closet and a large bathroom. Additionally, there is a full bathroom with dual sinks, tub/shower combination and bountiful storage. Outside you ll find a partially covered wrap-around deck facing a peaceful oak tree dotted natural landscape. Situated on .61 acre, this mostly level lot has a fenced backyard and plenty of room for entertaining and an enclosed area for your pets. Located near historic Sonora, Yosemite, Pinecrest and Dodge Ridge Ski Resort.