8160 Wild Pony Way, Salinas, CA 93907

Looking for a home that offers you the convenience of quick easy highway access and of being within 4-5 miles of stores & local eateries? Well look no further because here it is! Straight out of a picture book, this 5 acre ranchette is a child's dream come true: gently rolling open pastures sprinkled with majestic oak trees, privacy, lovely views, occasional deer, turkeys or foxes wandering by, plenty of room for a horse, farm animals and a garden too! This country perfect 4 bedroom, 2 bath two-story traditional home tucked up from the road at the end of its own gated driveway in a gated horse-friendly subdivision offers privacy & wonderful pastoral views of the mountains. The large eat-in country kitchen is flooded with natural light and offers plenty of counter & storage space and with direct access to the expansive front deck and a separate dining room with a view you will find it easy and fun to entertain large gatherings of family and friends. The comfortable living room with its cozy energy efficient woodstove and large southwest facing window will be the favorite gathering place on those cold coastal evenings. The convenient inside laundry room, a bedroom and full bath complete the downstairs area. Upstairs you'll be pleased with two additional large bedrooms and the expansive master suite complete with large walk-in closet, a master bath with dual sinks, vanity area, water closet with shower stall & good storage space & if that's not enough there is a charming balcony--the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine with a loved one while the evening sunset paints the sky. Lovingly maintained by the current and original owners this home also offers its new owners dual pane windows each capturing a scenic view, a newer 50 year roof, newer cement driveway and newer septic system. For the do-it-yourselfer, handyman or weekend hobbyist the large permitted workshop, conveniently located close to the house and offering 220 power, great storage, a workbench and a newer roof, is sure to please! The additional outbuildings complete this special property and provide the perfect spot to house your riding lawn mower and other outdoor & gardening tools!