Yellowstone Fan? - Best Kept Secret in California, Just Minutes to UC Merced and Yosemite National Park
Majestic Cathey's Valley, a beautiful log cabin home perched atop the world in the rolling foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, offers a 360-degree view of the valley, stretching as far as Madera, with stunning surroundings of 10 acres of century-old oak and pine trees. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home provides 2,368 sq. ft. of living space. It features a spacious great room with a cozy, sublime wood-burning fireplace custom-built with area native precious stone, central heating and air conditioning, a full basement, and a loft that one could only dream of having, with breathtaking views, opening onto a circular terrace. The beautiful patio on the main level around the house, combined with natural landscaping that blends with the pool, creates perfect spaces for warm summer days and stargazing nights. Enjoy great schools and a friendly community. The location offers easy access to Yosemite National Park, only 25 minutes to the newest UC in Merced, California, and convenient access to medical facilities, shopping, restaurants, and the country life of the rich and famous—yet only two hours from San Francisco. Public transportation options, including buses, the airport, and Amtrak, are just 29 minutes away. Why not live like the rich and famous without the high price?
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Amedee Chabot DRE #01238014 209-761-0648,
Century 21 Select Real Estate
Price cut: $19.2K (12/16)
$628,800
3013 Trower Rd, Catheys Valley, CA 95306
3beds
2,368sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
10 Acres Lot
$614,500 Zestimate®
$266/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Log cabin homeFull basementWood-burning fireplacePerched atop the worldNatural landscapingSpacious great roomCircular terrace
- 153 days |
- 779 |
- 35 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 16, 2025 at 03:52pm
Listing Provided by:
Amedee Chabot DRE #01238014 209-761-0648,
Century 21 Select Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: MC25173617
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Basement, Great Room, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Laminate Counters, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Heating
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), See Remarks, Wood
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Propane Range, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer
- Laundry: Inside, Propane Dryer Hookup, See Remarks
Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Phone System, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Loft, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished,Utility
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, See Remarks, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,368 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Covered, Carport, Detached Carport, Driveway, Private
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: front
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Concrete, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch, See Remarks, Terrace, Wood
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private, See Remarks, Vinyl
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Barbed Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Pasture, Valley
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Garden, Horse Property, Pasture, Rolling Slope, Ranch
Details
- Parcel number: 0113100220
- Zoning: 220
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry, Standard
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Phone Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Rural
Location
- Region: Catheys Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $266/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $280,876
- Annual tax amount: $2,830
- Date on market: 8/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 153 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Submit
- Inclusions: washer, dryer, refrigerator
Estimated market value
$614,500
$584,000 - $645,000
$2,643/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | Price change | $628,800-3%$266/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #MC25173617 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $648,000-5.8%$274/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #MC25173617 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $688,000$291/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #MC25173617 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $2,830 +1.6% | $280,876 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,785 | $275,369 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,851/mo
Principal & interest
$3091
Property taxes
$540
Home insurance
$220
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95306
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mariposa Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 6.7 mi
- 8/10Mariposa County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.8 mi
