Last Month – October Hike – Lola Montez

Our next hike will take place on Saturday, October 16 at 9 am on the Lola Montez Trail.

Directions:
Take the Soda Springs exit off Interstate 80. On the north side of the freeway follow the paved road east, past the fire station for three tenths mile to the parking area. Please call if you have any questions
(530) 550-5192

September Hike Pictures

With the sun shining, cool lakes, and great company, we had an awesome hike to Loch Leven Lakes last weekend. These hikes are open to the public.

Align Yourself with this Home!

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.

	12419 Schussing Way This charming chalet backs to a 6+ acre common area providing a lovely, wooded setting and access to Tahoe Donner trails. The generous “great room” opens to front and back decks making this a terrific home for entertaining. The main level master suite is spacious and has its own gas fireplace and walk in closet. Nicely finished with custom pine trim, fir doors, and maple cabinetry this home has been well cared for by the original owner and shows beautifully. $499,900
	12969 Stockholm Way Inviting mountain home crafted by Alpine Homes Desigh & Construction. Open living room with vaulted wood ceiling, large kitchen bar easily seats 8, cozy dining area are some appealing features for this mountain get-a-way. The master bedroom comprises the entire third level and boasts dual vanity, large jetted tub & separate shower. Downstairs, kids of all ages will love the large family room that doubles as a guest bedroom with the built-in Murphy bed. Enjoy views from large deck. $639,000
	11832 Rhineland Avenue 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 home in Tahoe Donner. The spacious master suite has its own gas fireplace & steam shower, ensuring privacy and luxurious comfort. Additional features 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 & so much more. $799,000
	10702 Heather Road PROSSER LAKE OUT YOUR BACK DOOR & MILES OF NATIONAL FOREST LAND! Stunning Near New Home with all the bells & whistles including steel, Sierra Antique stone, Bamboo floors, Granite slabs, Travertine & glass tiles, custom iron and so much more. Desirable spacious floor plan with wide open Great Room, master suite off main living level, 2 large bedrooms plus grand game/bonus room downstairs + huge laundry room + utility room. 3 decks (2 covered) for outside living!  $649,900
	15309 Donnington Lane FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY in Glenshire! Bright sunny home offering lots of room for the whole family and more. Light open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Master suite & 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. $369,000
	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
	7382 Winoma Ave Classic “Old Tahoe” cabin in a peaceful setting that has been lovingly renovated and appointed to blend the old and the new in perfect harmony. Spacious living room with vaulted open-beamed wood ceilings, stone fireplace, and a cozy sleeping loft. Updated eat-in kitchen with granite counters, white cabinets and wood flooring. Good sized tile bath, tons of storage throughout, and laundry in hallway. Everything you need in a mountain home is here. Beautifully landscaped front, back and side yard. $329,000

Labor Day Best Buys

Welcome to Carmen Carr’s Best Buys Newsletter!

Enjoy a happy and safe Laboe Day Weekend!

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.

	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 home in Tahoe Donner. The spacious master suite has its own gas fireplace & steam shower, ensuring privacy and luxurious comfort. Additional features 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 & so much more. $799,000
	15645 Archery View With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an artist studio and a family room, this amazing home in Glenshire backs to The Meadows and has room for your whole family and then some! Do you yearn for a home that shines with the day s essence, allowing you to forget about light switches till the sun goes down? This home, with a practical floor plan, an ideal quiet location, and a glorious outdoor living space is oriented to enhance the beauty of mountain living! $385,000
	13630 Olympic Drive Cute, entry-level Donner Lake cabin offering great opportunities! Owner remodel offering some convenient features. Large sunny deck, spacious loft – a cozy Donner Lake A- Frame. A great starter home. $209,000
	11620 Sawtooth Court A fantastic lot to build your dream home in this desirable neighborhood of Truckee. With over an acre of lush, wooded land, this lot backs to a National Forest and rests on a cul de sac to ensure privacy and tranquility. Corners are marked, survey and topo included. Perk & Mantel completed. Preliminary house plans already drawn. $200,000
	4545 Silver Ridge Lane Great Price to own a piece of Tahoe. Old Tahoe cabin with hiking trails nearby. Wood paneling, front deck and 3 bedrooms all upstairs. Corner lot. $298,900
	12866 Rainbow Drive 4 bedroom, 2 bath home in Prosser Lakeview Estates. Enjoy great hiking & biking opportunities right from home! Close to Alder Creek Middle School. Easy access. Very well priced for a 4 bedroom home in this area. $285,000
	10535 Washoe Road The perfect mountain home for outdoor enthusiasts! Backs to acres of undeveloped land, affording tranquility & sense of privacy. Take the Lake Run from Sugar Bowl at day’s end. World class climbing & bouldering on Donner Summit just behind you, as are miles of hiking trails. 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. Landsc. yd w/ terraced rock gardens of perennials – fully irrigated. $495,000
	OPEN HOUSES THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, FROM 12pm-4pm
	11298 Chalet Road Premium golf course property, a one of a kind lot looking straight down the 5th fairway. The minute you will step thru the door you will recognize the value of this special setting of this well built home. High vaulted ceilings, cathedral like windows to bring in the nat. sun light, endless attention to detail on the finish work to make this home your choice. Master suite on the main level. Upstairs a bright loft, 2 bedrs, 2 baths & laundry room. 4th bedr. currently used as a bunk room could be family room. $895,000 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
	Upcoming Hiking Trip Our next hiking adventure will take place on Saturday, September 18 at 9am at the Loch Leven Lakes Trailhead. Please contact me if you are interested in joining us.
	Nugget Rib Cook Off in Reno The country’s favorite free rib festival is back! The 22nd annual Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off will run Wednesday, September 1 through Monday, September 6, 2010. Once again transforming the Labor Day holiday on Victorian Square in downtown Sparks into a must-attend culinary, music, craft, and family end-of-summer affair. Wednesday, Sept 1 – 6 from 11am – 9pm
	Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week The first-ever Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week is a celebration of the scrumptious cuisine and culinary talent that has made the Lake Tahoe region the best mountain dining destination in the country. Delight your palate with 3-course prix-fixe menus that incorporate organic, seasonal and local ingredients – all served up at Lake Tahoe’s charming and historic eateries and bistros. September 5 – 12.
	Trails and Vistas Trails and Vistas art hike heads to Squaw Valley for an interactive experience on September 11 & 12, 2010.