Serene Lakes Neighborhood Profile

January 30, 2008

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Entering the quiet community of Serene Lakes is like taking a step back into a slower, more peaceful era. Cabins, ranging from small and quaint to grand and luxurious, are dotted around the sparkling alpine lakes, and up and down meandering streets that gently wind through majestic woods. Bringing to mind enjoyable childhood memories of family trips to the cabin, Serene Lakes offers an unmatched 4-season high altitude mountain experience. Home prices start in the $400,000s, and go up into the $1,000,000 plus range for lakefronts.

Enjoy the amazing snowfall in winter; alpine skiers love nearby Sugar Bowl, known for its excellent powder skiing, and friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Royal Gorge, with acres of terrific cross country terrain, is adjacent.

In milder weather, Serene Lakes offers the beauty of the high Sierra, where wildflowers bloom along endless miles of trails past backcountry streams and lakes. Opportunities abound for camping, hiking, backpacking and mountain biking. Residents love Serene Lakes for fishing, swimming and relaxing with a picnic in the sunshine.

Serene Lakes is conveniently located on Donner Summit, with easy access from Interstate 80, and Truckee itself is a just quick drive away for additional dining, shopping, and entertainment.

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Prosser Lakeview Estates Neighborhood Profile

January 30, 2008

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Very conveniently located just north of downtown Truckee, for shopping and dining, and with quick and easy access to Interstate 80, Prosser Lakeview Estates is loved by its residents. Nestled in a lovely, deeply forested setting, this quiet and friendly neighborhood of mostly full-time residents offers a welcoming retreat. This is the kind of neighborhood where people wave to you when you drive by, or stop to chat when walking past your home.

Prosser Lakeview Estates enjoys fantastic year-round recreation opportunities. Bordered by National Forest lands, terrific hiking, mountain biking trails, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and more, are truly right outside your door and very easily accessible. Walk to Prosser Reservoir, or enjoy nearby Stampede and Boca Reservoirs, which are a favorite for boating, fishing, and water-sports. Additionally, 4 major north Tahoe ski areas; Northstar, Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, and Sugar Bowl are just minutes away.

Homes are in the comfortable mountain style, with prices generally ranging from $500,000 to the high $700,000s. No homeowner dues are required.

Younger children ride the school bus from Prosser to Glenshire Elementary, and older kids ride the bus to the new Alder Creek Middle School, which is close by, or to Truckee High School. With its tall pines, bright Sierra sunshine, peaceful mountain views and clean blue skies, Prosser Lakeview Estates is a really wonderful home base for your mountain lifestyle!

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Pine Forest Neighborhood Profile

January 30, 2008

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With its appealing and inviting location, approximately one mile from downtown Truckee, Pine Forest offers both prestige and convenience. Shopping, dining and nightlife are only minutes away, and access to Interstate 80 is a breeze. 4 major north Tahoe ski areas are nearby: Northstar, Alpine Meadows, and Squaw Valley and Sugar Bowl are just a quick drive from Pine Forest. Close, too, are the many tremendous recreation opportunities of the Sierras: mountain biking, water sports at nearby lakes, hiking, cross country skiing, and more are right outside your door. With 118 wooded and spacious, level homesites, each ranging from about ½ to ¾ of an acre in size, quiet streets, and all underground utilities, Pine Forest is a truly wonderful place to build your Sierra mountain escape.

Lots range from $259,000 to $425,000. There are still many premium lots available in this beautiful, peaceful, forested setting.

Magnificent custom homes start around $1,200,000. Sumptuous “Old Tahoe” architecture, with beautiful natural wood and stonework, is the rich yet comfortable style of Pine Forest. Spacious great rooms, high open-beamed ceilings, large stone fireplaces, lots of windows, and luxurious master suites characterize these welcoming estates.

Pine Forest is surrounded by 130 acres of permanent open space, ensuring that your serene mountain home will remain in its lovely natural setting for generations to come.

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