Truckee
Central
The town of Truckee is a dynamic recreational area that is
nestled in the picturesque Sierra Nevada Mountains at an elevation
of 6,000 feet. This forested region is filled with lakes,
streams, meadows, trails, parks, campgrounds, and all-season
resorts in a spectacular alpine setting. The Truckee community
is the business hub of the High Sierra, as well as the transportation
center for the region. Many seasonal events attract vacationers
and second home residents to the area, and Truckee’s
historic downtown is a charming spot for shops, restaurants,
music spots, and a visitor’s center. Most of the downtown
real estate is commercial, with intermittent homesites. The
Gateway Center in Truckee is close to schools, shopping, restaurants,
and banking.
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Glenshire
Glenshire is a popular family neighborhood and is located
about six miles east of downtown Truckee. With a 25 minute
commute to Reno, Glenshire is very popular for full-time residents.
Perfect for families, the Glenshire community recently opened
a new neighborhood Elementary School and has plans for a new
Middle School. The residence mix is approximately 80% full-time
residents and 20% second homeowners. The Glenshire Homeowner's
Association amenities include a swimming pool, clubhouse,
equestrian easements, tennis courts and convenience store.
Subdivisions located within Glenshire are Cambridge Estates,
the Meadows, Juniper Hills and Juniper Creek Ranch.
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Sierra Meadows/Ponderosa Palisades
The Ponderosa and Sierra Meadows areas are comprised of many
prestigious neighborhoods that are conveniently located close
to the Truckee airport, Northstar and downtown Truckee. Most
sites are nicely wooded with some views, and offer a quiet
neighborhood for families and those wanting to retreat into
natural surroundings. For the equestrian, Ponderosa Ranchos
is zoned for horses and is located close to miles of riding
trails. The Ponderosa neighborhoods offer 1-acre home sites
and have underground utilities.
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Prosser
Heights
The Prosser area is located off of Highway 89 North and offers
a quiet retreat with lots of trees and plentiful snowfall.
Within walking distance from Prosser Lake, this beautifully
wooded area offers easy access to fishing and camping. The
Prosser Lake area also hosts miles of mountain biking and
equestrian trails with properties on Prosser Dam Road zoned
for horses. The Prosser area has a residence mix of about
70% full-time residents and 30% second homeowners. There are
no homeowner’s dues and no amenities offered.
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Tahoe
Donner®
Tahoe Donner®, a planned recreational community originally
developed by Dart Resorts in the early 70s, may be the perfect
recreational retreat or primary residential area for families.
This mountain subdivision is located on over 4,000 acres of
forested land, divided into 11 residential units. Of the approximate
6,100 home sites, nearly 4,600 homes have been completed.
With nearly 60 miles of roadways and an elevation differential
of 6,200 ft. to over 7,000 ft., there is a wonderful diversity
of towering firs and pines, serene meadows, crystal mountain
streams, panoramic views, and breathtaking snow-capped mountains.
The Tahoe Donner®
mountain subdivision is entirely owned by the property owners
and features a complete package of recreational amenities.
There are nearly 1,600 acres of greenbelt, common, park or
recreation area inside the development. There is an added
2,000 acres adjoining the western boundary of the subdivision,
which is currently being used as open space and is adjoining
to the Tahoe National Forest. These open spaces and greenbelt
areas have over ten miles of hiking and biking trails.
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Lahontan
Lahontan, a true retreat in the grand Tahoe tradition, is
North Lake Tahoe's only private gated golf community. Lahontan
is a four-season, 720-acre paradise towered by stands of Jeffery,
Lodgepole and Ponderosa pine that stir in the summer breeze.
Featuring a Championship 18-hole golf course, elegant lodge,
and health spa/fitness center, Lahontan is the perfect place
for your family and future generations to explore all of life's
finer pleasures.
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Northstar
Northstar, a year round resort community, is located minutes
from Lake Tahoe. Amenities of this fast growing development
include an 18-hole golf course, a cross country ski center,
a terrific downhill ski area perfect for all abilities, swimming
pool, saunas, spa, weight room, tennis courts, an equestrian
center, a conference center, restaurants and shops. Northstar
is poised to become THE destination resort for the Truckee/Tahoe
area. Tahoe Mountain Resorts is developing two new communities
in Northstar – ski-in/ski-out residences on the mid-mountain
and a new Village that will feature elegant condominiums,
retail shops, restaurants, and an ice rink.
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Donner
Lake/ Armstrong/Biltz Tracts
Minutes from nearby Truckee, the Donner Lake community offers
breathtaking views as well as countless available activities
for the whole family. Residents include both primary and second
homeowners and most are able to live within walking distance
of the lake. This legendary area is bordered by the Donner
Memorial State Park on the east and Donner Summit on the west
and draws both history buffs and nature seekers. The area
is also a popular spot for rock climbers. At the west end
of the lake, the Truckee-Donner Recreation and Park District
maintains a beach with a snack bar, a playground and a public
boat launch. Visitors can purchase a season pass or pay per
use. Homeowners may join the Donner Lake Property Owners Beach
Club with an initiation fee and annual dues thereafter. The
properties at Donner Lake serve as a fantastic year round
rental income area as well.
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Serene
Lakes/Donner Summit
Serene Lakes is the largest subdivision of Donner Summit and
is conveniently located near several ski areas. This scenic
area offers lake view homes and lots, as well as locations
tucked into the trees further from the lake. Its proximity
to the Royal Gorge ski area and quiet forests, combined with
its modest home prices, has propelled its popularity as the
perfect place for a mountain getaway.
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Sierra
County
Just 25 miles north of Truckee on Highway 89, the 100,000-acre
Sierra Valley in Plumas-Sierra County is the largest alpine
valley in North America, yet it has a genuine small town country
feel. Modest homes are available in Sierraville, Calpine,
Loyalton and Portola, where gentleman's ranches are scattered
between larger working ranches.
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Squaw
Valley
Squaw Valley is located 5 miles west of Tahoe City in Placer
County and was the site of the 1960 Olympic Games. Squaw Valley
is renowned for its world-class recreation and spectacular
views. The valley is surrounded by majestic peaks that tower
up to 9,000 feet and offers a beautiful summer destination
spot for championship golfing, horseback riding and mountain-biking.
Intrawest’s new Village at Squaw Valley offers high-end
condominium properties at the base of the mountain as well.
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Alpine
Meadows
Alpine Meadows resides on the southern range of Squaw Valley
and continues to be the special hidden treasure of the basin.
Alpine Meadows homes are nestled among aspens, firs, pines,
and maple trees that offer a whispering music and breathtaking
pallet of colors in the fall. The neighborhood is quiet and
offers a true Tahoe retreat experience- only minutes away
from the Tahoe City action. The Alpine Meadows ski area is
a favorite among locals for its constant generous snowfall
and light crowds.
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Tahoe
City
Tahoe City offers fine restaurants, nightlife, shopping, a
marina and many choices for world class skiing nearby. It
can be a busy area, particularly in the summer months, as
it is the connecting “hub” of the North Shore.
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Homewood/Tahoma
Homewood and Tahoma are on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore-
the most heavily wooded section of the Lake. These tucked
away spots offer old Tahoe charm with classic cabins, large
homes and a local ski resort. The lake views in this area
are indescribable and the neighborhood boasts of casual, small-town
energy.
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Kings
Beach/Tahoe Vista
The Kings Beach and Tahoe Vista areas are some of the last
sections of Lake Tahoe that remain somewhat untouched by
the flurry of development sweeping the area. Their proximity
to the Highways 267 and 28, the new restaurants, galleries,
lakeside resort developments, and shopping areas all add
to the area’s
growing popularity.
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