Meticulously designed and custom built, this craftsman home is located in Sandpoint's most desirable large acreage subdivision less than 3 miles from downtown. Situated on over 10 acres, this private and forested estate is a rare find so close to town. The home boasts expansive timber framed front and back covered patios and a fully wrapped covered walkway with finished tongue and groove ceilings, recessed lighting and cultured stone pillars. Take in the soaring T & G vaulted ceilings and exposed beams in the great room while cozying up to the Kuma woodstove. Large picture windows and French doors let in plenty of natural light while seamlessly leading out to the backyard oasis. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, custom Alderwood cabinetry with appliance cupboards, printless stainless-steel appliances and a spacious pantry. A 40×40 shop with high clearance door and attached carport will hold all the toys for N. Idaho adventures and the 900 sqft apartment above will house additional guests who want in on the fun. Custom built extras include a spacious office, master ensuite with walk-in closet, solid hardwood doors and trim, instant motion closet lights, large laundry room with utility sink, lots of storage space, built-in cabinetry and insulated interior walls and conditioned crawl space for peak energy efficiency. Property has two wells, oversized septic, sprinkler drip system, hot tub with pergola and extensive natural landscaping with perennial bushes and trees. A forestry exemption is in place on 8.5 acres for maximum tax relief. Forest Knolls subdivision is located across the street from the historic Pine Street sledding hill and near the Pine St Woods Trail system. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to create your own legacy property in the most beautiful city in North Idaho – Sandpoint!