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GUIDE TO TRUCKEE COMMUNITIES
You will discover breathtaking Tahoe Donner in the upper part of Truckee. Five miles from Donner Lake and only twenty miles from Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Donner has all of the amenities you can dream of right at your fingertips. Amenities consist of an 18-hole PGA rated golf course and driving range, a world class cross country ski center, a downhill ski center ( great for beginners and intermediates), a private beach and boat launch at Donner Lake, tennis courts, swimming pools, saunas, work-out room, an equestrian center, a private campground, a clubhouse, restaurant, and convenience store. The population is composed of approximately 75% second homeowners and 25% full-time residents. Roughly 55% of the second homes are owned from people from the bay area while 13% are from the Sacramento vicinity.
Lakeview Estates is the perfect neighborhood for those individuals who want to take advantage of everything the community has to offer without paying any homeowners dues or high resort area prices! Walking distance to Prosser Lake and only a couple miles north of Truckee, Lakeview Estates is a striking wooded area. Although there are no amenities offered, the nearby Prosser Reservoir offers everything from recreational boating to fishing, hiking and several bike trails. Historic Truckee and several ski resorts are moments off, while Reno is only 40 minutes away! The area is composed of roughly 30% second homeowners and 70% full-time residents.
Full of endless mountain biking and equestrian trails, the Prosser area is a stunning wooded area offering access to horseback riding, camping and fishing at Prosser Lake. Located only two miles north of Truckee, you can enjoy everything the area has to offer without any homeowners dues! Acreage home-sites along and adjacent to Prosser Dam Road are zoned for horses.
Only 6 miles east of Truckee and 25 miles from Reno, Glenshire has become quite the community! Composed of 80% full-time residents, this family-friendly area has a neighborhood elementary school and plans for a new middle school! Amenities include a swimming pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, convenience store, and daycare center. Preparations for a Health Club are also in the works. Glenshire also offers 1/4, 1/3 and 1 acre lots (zoned for horses). Another huge attraction to Glenshire is its reasonably low snow volume when compared to other north Lake Tahoe areas.
This prominent gated community has big appeal for equestrians and those who enjoy their privacy. Located on the bluffs near Glenshire, you can enjoy panorama views of the Boca Reservoir. Homeowner's Association dues at The Meadows are $700 per year, which are for road maintenance. The community is mainly composed of large estate homes with underground utilities.
You will find this exceptional new community located between The Meadows and Glenshire. Nestled in a pristine setting, Cambridge Estates offers 65 spacious Custom Estate Home Site lots, ranging from 2.3 to 6.98 acres in size. At Cambridge Estates you will have the opportunity to build your dream home and enjoy views of the Sacramento skyline and Sierras.
Located off of Glenshire Drive, you can enjoy both of these gated communities while still having Truckee and North Lake Tahoe moments away! Enjoy panorama views of the Truckee area and outstanding mountain views as well as access to hiking trails, cross-country skiing, horseback riding and mountain biking.
Although both Sierra Meadows and Ponderosa Palisades share the same entrance and exit, they each offer different services. Sierra Meadows has a homeowners association that costs $175 annually while Ponderosa Palisades has more trees, no association and no amenities. Located only one mile from Truckee on Brockway Road (old Highway 267), Sierra Meadows population is mainly composed of full-time residents. Amenities include: heated pool, tennis courts, volleyball court, playground, clubhouse, and picnic area with barbeque.
One of Truckee’s most desirable neighborhoods, Ponderosa Palisades offers affordable prices and is still just one mile from historic Truckee. This family-friendly neighborhood has 400 homes, with lots from .25 to 1.7 acres. The Palisades neighborhood is composed of both primary and second homes. Then across Highway 267 is another neighborhood, Ponderosa Golf Course. There is also several condominium projects located in close proximity to Sierra Meadows and Ponderosa Palisades. Stonewood developed back in 1998 and 1999 offers 2 and 3 bedroom units. Jeffrey Pine Road townhouses which were developed back in 1982 offers 2 bedroom units. In addition there are several new developments offering 2 to 4 bedroom units. These include The Timbers, Riverview townhomes, Tahoe Mountain Meadows and the upscale Pinyon Creek townhomes.
Through Sierra Meadows and Ponderosa, there are two subdivisions called Ponderosa Ranchos and Martiswood Estates. Zoned for horses, the subdivision is roughly 60 percent built on already. Both of these areas are upscale neighborhoods with a mix of primary and second homes.
There is also one new subdivision called The Top at Hilltop located adjacent to Ponderosa Palisades which has conditional Department of Real Estate (DRE) approval. All sales are subject to final DRE approval. There are 7 new lots ranging in size from 1.36 acres to 5.25 acres a few of which are excellent panoramic view sites. Prices range from $425,000 to $575,000.
Showcasing North Lake Tahoe's only private gated golf club community, the Tom Weiskopf designed 18-hole and nine hole Par-3 golf courses, offers an extraordinary variety of year-round family activities. Lahontan has been thoroughly designed to offer an exceptional golf and living experience rivaling the best private golf club communities in the country. This is a gated community with 24 hour security. There is Camp Lahontan with swimming pool, clay tennis courts, volleyball and picnic grounds. The Lodge is a private members facility complete with a men’s lounge, lady’s lounge, spa & fitness facilities and 5 star dining in their own private restaurant. Enjoy views from cliff tops, wooded hillsides and wide valleys are offered in endless variety. Take advantage of endless walks and discover neighboring and distant mountains, nearby meadows and rolling hills.
Coming soon near Lahontan will be 2 new subdivisions. One is Siller Ranch which will be developed by the Highland Group who also developed Lahontan. They are proposing 726 new residences with one residence per 3 acres and an average lot size of 1.88 acre. This is a low density development situated in 2177 acres and retains more than 80% of the land as open space. There will also be a new 18 hole championship golf course designed by Tom Fazio. Like Lahontan, the amenities will be spectacular including swimming pools, tennis courts, health spa, a community cultural park amphitheater, event lawns and a interpretive nature center. The other new subdivision will be called Timilick will be started this year in 2006 and is proposed for 218 single family homes and 188 duplex townhomes. There will be an 7000 yard 18 hole championship golf course designed by Johnny Miller and an elaborate 25,000 sq. ft. club house offering fine dining, swimming pool, spa & fitness facilities, tennis courts, men’s & women’s locker rooms and meeting rooms. There will be several golf memberships (golf, junior, sports & social) starting in the mid $70,000’s. Other amenities will include a fly casting pond and hiking trails for access to wilderness areas. Estate lots for custom homes are expected to run in the high $300,000’s and other lots will be offered in the mid $200,000’s. The townhomes will range in size from 1900 to 2600 sq. ft. and start in the high $900,000’s
This four-season resort community has all of the amenities you need and more. Mainly an area of second homeowners, Northstar-at-Tahoe is just minutes from Lake Tahoe as well as Truckee. Northstar was first developed back in the early 1970’s, but has since seen recent new development in a big way. Currently, a new village is under construction, where tasteful condominiums, an ice rink, restaurants and retail shops are being built. The ski area will see expansion with new lifts and runs. In addition it was recently announced that a new Ritz Carlton hotel will be built right on the mountain and a new development called The Highlands will also be built right on the mountain. Amenities include an 18-hole golf course, a cross country ski center, a terrific downhill ski area (for all levels), swimming pool, saunas, spa, weight room, tennis courts, an equestrian center, a conference center, restaurants and shops.The Northstar community provides home options ranging from affordable condominiums to the finest in luxury mountain living. Some of the residents live year-round, while others spend much of their free time here. Whether you are looking for shared ownership (typically 1/5th to 1/8th interests), a condominium or a home, Northstar has them all.
Located adjacent to the entrance to Northstar is a new subdivision called Martis Creek Estates which features twelve 10 acre lots with incredible views of Martis Valley, Castle Peak, Pacific Crest and Northstar. This is a new subdivision not yet built that is accepting reservations with a $5,000 deposit and is subject to final Department of Real Estate approvals. Prices range from $795,000 to $1,395,000
Formed by a glacier, Donner Lake offers beautiful views for everyone in this family oriented community to enjoy. The lake is approximately 600 feet deep, as well as 3 miles long and ½ mile wide. This breathtaking area includes both lakefront and lake-view properties. Homeowners can take advantage of the Donner Lake Property Owners Beach Club for a $110 initiation fee and $55/year thereafter. Additionally, recreation includes other beaches along the lake, fishing, kayaking, sailing, wave runners, boating and waterskiing. The west-end of the lake includes a public beach, boat launch, playground and snack bar. The area west of the lake is a popular spot for rock climbers. To the east are Donner Memorial State Park and the Donner Lake Property Owners Beach Club.
In the heart of Truckee, this charming old-fashioned neighborhood has a variety of homes. Just steps from town, enjoy shopping and several restaurants in the historic Truckee central area or nearby commercial row.
Serene Lakes, also knows as “Sierra’s best kept secret” is the perfect mountain escape! Located in the heart of Donner Summit, this scenic area of 2,400 acres showcases lake-view homes and lots. There are approximately 1,000 residential lots in development with 700 private homes being built. Admired for its natural resources and distinctive quiet area, Serene Lakes has access to meadows, trails, paths, campgrounds, all season resorts, and recreational activities. With a mix of both year-around and second homeowners, Serene Lakes also is conveniently near 5 local ski resorts including Sugar Bowl which is one of the earliest ski areas on record in North America and Royal Gorge which is one of the larges cross country ski areas in the country.
Located in the rolling hills in the town of Truckee, Gray's Crossing is a new community located on approximately 757 acres, planned for single family homes, cottages, condominiums and studios. Similar to the small town feel of Truckee, Grays Crossing will offer a great sense of neighborhood, featuring housing styles that people enjoy in older American communities. Additionally, Gray’s Crossing will include a championship golf course, more than 400 acres of open space, a neighborhood village, a small inn or lodge, and public hiking and biking trails.
Surrounded by 600 acres of towering pines, the new Old Greenwood development is a four-season resort experience that sits along Tahoe’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course! The 99 home sites are offered as well as resort cabins and town homes beside the course. You buy your own single family home, condominium or there is 1/17th shared ownership in 2 and 3 bedroom condominiums and luxury 3 and 4 bedroom cabins. Shared ownership here envisions their owners using there residences approximately 3 weeks a year, but you can also use what is called spontaneous use. If a residence is available, you can use it on a moments notice and at little additional cost. In addition, Old Greenwood is a part of a larger vision that includes four resort communities, an unrivaled club with three golf courses, a ski-in/ski-out restaurant at Northstar and dining on Lake Tahoe. Old Greenwood also offers a range of amenities and activities. In addition to the renowned Golf Course, Old Greenwood offers a variety of other amenities and activities, such as a fun-filled outdoor Swim, Tennis & Fitness Center and membership access to “Tahoe Mountain Club.” As a member to this exclusive club you will be granted access to communities beyond the one you live in, such as Old Greenwood, Village at Northstar, Grays Crossing, Wild Goose, Coyote Moon, The Highlands and Schaffer’s Camp.
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