Truckee Named in “Budget Travels” Magazine
Truckee was recently named in Budget Travel magazine’s list of America’s Best Summer Lake towns. The article highlights Donner Lake’s warmer temperatures from Lake Tahoe and the small-town atmosphere. It positions Truckee as a great base for exploring the lake’s many outdoor activities including the growing sport of stand-up paddleboarding. To read the full article click here.
Lowest Rates EVER!
According to Katie Rice and the team at O’Dette Mortgage Group, 30 year fixed mortgage rates are at their lowest point dating back as long as this historical data tracking has been kept.
Best Buys In Truckee for August 6!
Welcome to Carmen Carr’s Best Buys Newsletter for August 6!
Below you will find this week’s exceptional properties and homes, along with details and photos. Take a peek and explore the great opportunities that Truckee and Tahoe has to offer. And as always, feel free to contact me with any questions at all.
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16501 Glenshire Drive AMAZING PRICE REDUCTION! Set back nicely from the road, this home is spacious, light and bright with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a loft ‘nook’. And that’s not it! Don’t miss the extra space above the garage, which could easily be transformed into a perfect artist studio, with enhanced lighting from skylights. Organic herb garden right here in Glenshire! Large Master Suite upstairs with a lovely back deck with hot tub to enjoy the serene setting backing to natural forest land. $349,000 |
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13670 Donner Pass Road Check out the location on this well cared for north shore home w/private fenced yard. Across the street is Donner Lake and across the other direction is Donner Pines Market & The Kitchen. Open living area & kitchen have hardwood floors, recessed lighting & tile counters. Master bedroom w/private deck, vaulted ceiling, large loft and huge walkin closet. Master bath is all tile w/spa tub & separate glass block walkin shower. Large 3 car garage has RV door, loft storage, shop areas and 220v compressor. $489,000 |
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14585 Wolfgang Road GORGEOUS VIEWS AND FOREVER SUNSETS at this wonderful Tahoe Donner home. Enjoy magnificent views of the Carson Range from so many of the rooms in this mountain get-away. Single-level living with a remodeled kitchen, 3 bedrooms en suite, plus an additional full bath! Large deck allows for awesome entertaining or prime relaxation while taking in the scenery. Huge oversized garage allows plenty of room for all of your mountain toys! $594,900 |
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13374 Hansel Avenue Grab your buyers and show this well cared for home in central Tahoe Donner. Level driveway for easy entry to the garage or front door. Upstairs is the living area, dining area, kitchen, laundry room and a half bath. Downstairs is the master suite with a separate tub and shower, two guest rooms with a full bath and a really LARGE family bonus play room. There is a wood stove in this room with a wood storage closet having an access door to the outside. There is plenty of play room here for all! $575,000 |
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10881 Mougle Lane Another MASTERPIECE built by Duane Carlton. On a spectacular lot, adjacent to the Greenbelt, this home captures the magnificent views of Mount Rose and the Carson Range from the lower part of TD. From the grande curb appeal, to the attention to detail in every inch of each room, a keen eye will quickly appreciate the quality of this amazing home built in 2007. 3 master suites out of 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2- car garage, a TV room, and an awesome wine cellar, make this spacious house a luxurious home! $1,299,000 |
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10367 Bexhill Place A fabulous custom “Rustic Mountain Construction” home that has so much to offer! The minute you walk through the front door you will recognize the quality of construction in this well laid out home. Capture the pristine mountain views and sunsets from the spacious deck. Granite kitchen counters, cherry cabinets, oversize 6 burner cook top, wine fridge, pantry. Wood cased windows & custom blinds, pine vaulted ceilings with skylights,” Sierra Antique” rock fireplace with convenient wood storage. $589,000 |
Weekend Event – Martis Camp Home Tour
Martis Camp Home Tour – Saturday, August 7 from 10am – 4pm
Martis Camp is proud to be exclusively featured in this year’s Home Tour presented by Tahoe Truckee Excellence in Education Foundation in partnership with the Tahoe Sierra Board of Realtors. We have six exceptional homes on the tour, ranging from a modern masterpiece with copper barrel roofs to a rustic cabin tucked away on the 18th hole of our Putting Park. These homes will awe and inspire with their unique color palettes, material selections, floor plans and features.
Best Buys For July 30
| Welcome to Carmen Carr’s Best Buys Newsletter! Below you will find this week’s exceptional properties and homes, along with details and photos. Take a peek and explore the great opportunities that Truckee and Tahoe has to offer. And as always, feel free to contact me with any questions at all. |
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11832 Rhineland Avenue AMAZING PRICE REDUCTION! VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS!!! With views from Mt. Rose to the Carson Range, Northstar to Stampede, take your pick – each view is more captivating than the next from this amazing custom built home in Tahoe Donner. The spacious master suite has its own gas fireplace and steam shower, ensuring privacy and luxurious comfort. Additional featires are a home theater (insulated for sound), an amazing kitchen with granite counters & stainless steel appliances, a level backyard, an oversize garage, a central vacuum and so much more. $824,000 |
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14595 Alder Creek Like-new creekside home with 4 decks to take in the sounds of the creek, sun and views. Direct access to miles of hiking and biking on the Emigrant Trail. Great room upstairs and a spacious family room with wet bar downstairs. Granite counters, travertine tile, pine trim/doors, light and bright, peak views, hickory wood floors and a level driveway for easy year round access. $629,900 |
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14275 Northwoods Boulevard Cute mountain chalet with private, wooded back yard. Functional floor plan with master bedroom and loft on second floor. Great room has vaulted ceiling and large windows looking out onto forest setting back yard. House has been kept in great condition. Newly refinished decks with all new steps and railings. Driveway newly sealed and there are ample parking spaces. Engineered plan for a detached garage available. $374,900 |
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11058 Torrey Pine Road A convenient location in Sierra Meadows, offering close proximity to Truckee’s charming downtown and so much more! Single story living at its best! Besides 3 bedrooms, there is a bonus room that can be used as an office, rec room, or family room – your choice! Home is well laid out and maintained. This gem offers a fabulously spacious backyard for the kids, your pets and to enjoy the tranquility in this park like setting. Fenced back yard with auto sprinklers. $399,000 |
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13509 Donnington Lane FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY in Glenshire! Bright sunny home offering lots of room for the whoe family and more. Light open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Master suite and 2 bedroom plus bath on main level, downstairs family room and separate bedroom plus another bath. Oversize garage door for your RV and all your toys. $429,000 |
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10535 Washoe Road The perfect mountain home for outdoor enthusiasts! Backs to acres of undeveloped land, affording tranquility and a sense of privacy. Take the Lake Run from Sugar Bowl at day’s end. World class climbing and bouldering on Donner Summit just behind you, as are miles of hiking tails. Donner Lake just minutes away. Situated on the lot for maximum sun exposure, a rarity in the Donner Lake area, this home offers tremendous use of passive solar gain. Landscaped yard with terraced rock gardens of perennials – fully irrigated. $500,000 |
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11030 Palisades Drive The quintessential mountain home set on an acre in Ponderosa Ranchos. An impeccably designed log home recently upgraded with a modern and elegant kitchen, bathrooms, and flooring. Extensive landscaping throughout augment a bright and sunny deck, patio, fire pit and hot tub areas. Sellers utmost care is evident inside and out. $739,000 |
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1000 Snowshoe Road Great Lake view in a quiet sunny neighborhood. Extremely clean and well maintained. Close to Paige Meadows for hiking, biking and skiing. Relax in the hot tub on one of three private decks. Excellent HOA amenities with use to the Tahoe Park Beach and Pier amenities. Extensive wood accents, gas wood stove, wood wrapped windows, beam ceilings, hardwood floors, sauna, and more. Bonus room could be 4th bedroom. $649,000 |
