8949 Pine Needles Ct, Riverside, CA 92508

MOUNTAIN VIEWS, BREATHTAKING SUNSETS, SALTWATER POOL and WALKING DISTANCE to TOP-RATED SCHOOLS - all in one of the MOST SOUGHT-AFTER NEIGHBORHOODS! Welcome to a home where comfort, space, and thoughtful UPGRADES come together in a perfect harmony. From the moment you arrive, natural light pours in, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The oversized front window fills the main living area with soft morning sun, highlighting the vaulted ceilings, elegant staircase, and MODERN WATER-RESISTANT LAMINATE FLOORS. As you move through the home, the kitchen becomes the heart of it all - beautifully refreshed with QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, a CUSTOM BACKSPLASH, UPDATED CABINETARY & STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - it opens seamlessly to the family room, where a cozy FIREPLACE creates the perfect setting for gathering and relaxing. You’ll feel the care and attention that has gone into improving every major system - from updated dual HVAC to WATER HEATER & an EV charger. As the day unfolds, the BACKYARD becomes your private retreat. Facing west, it captures warm afternoon light and UNFORGETTABLE SUNSETS! The SALTWATER POOL & SPA invite you to unwind, while 2 PERGOLAS create ideal spaces for outdoor dining or quiet moments. Mature landscaping with LEMON TREE and vibrant CREPE MYRTLE TREES that bloom with BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS in the summer, add color and life throughout the seasons. Wake up to BREATHTAKING MOUNTAIN VIEWS in the primary suite, your personal escape featuring a large walk-in closet, dual vanities, a separate shower with frameless glass enclosure & a soaking tub. Upstairs, the SPACIOUS LOFT offers flexibility to fit your lifestyle - whether it becomes a playroom, home office, or media space. With a bedroom and bathroom on the main level, a 3-CAR GARAGE, and a welcoming layout, this home is designed to support both everyday living and special moments. As you make your way to the end of the QUIET CUL-DE-SAC, you’ll immediately notice the sense of calm and community - it's the kind of street where afternoons are spent outside, enjoying the neighborhood. You’ll love being within WALKING DISTANCE to TOP-RATED ELEMENTARY and MIDDLE schools, and just minutes from Thundersky Park, the Orange Terrace Community Center, library & sports park - making everyday life both convenient and connected for all ages. This is more than just a home - it’s a place where your daily routines feel easier, your weekends feel longer, and every space is designed to be lived in and loved.