Tahoe Donner
Location and amenities are the qualities that have made Tahoe Donner® the single most popular area in the Tahoe basin. Located at the west end of Truckee, Tahoe Donner® offers the closest access and the broadest selection of amenities of any development in the Truckee area. The 6000+ acre community is made up of over 6100 parcels, of which over 4500 have been developed into homes. Besides the championship golf course, there are alpine and Nordic ski areas, equestrian center, tennis complex, fitness center, pools, clubhouse, extensive hiking trails, and private marina on Donner Lake. The population is primarily second-home owners who enjoy the many outdoor recreational activities Tahoe Donner provides. Homes are priced from $300,000; condos are priced from $150,000. Vacant lots are currently priced from $100,000.
Escape the pressures of the city and find the tranquility of the High Sierra in this lovely planned unit development. 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 you and your family. This mountain subdivision is located on over 4,000 acres of forested land, divided into 11 residential units. Of the approximate 6100 home sites, over 5000 homes have been completed. With nearly 60 miles of roadways and an elevation differential of 6200 to over 7000 ft., there is a wonderful diversity of towering firs and pines, serene meadows, crystal mountain streams, panoramic views, and breathtaking snow capped mountains.
This desirable mountain subdivision is entirely owned by the property owners and features a complete package of recreational amenities. There are nearly 1600 acres of greenbelt/common/park or recreation area inside the development. There is an added 2000 acres adjoining the western boundary of the subdivision which is currently being used as open space and is adjoining the Tahoe National Forest. These open space and greenbelt areas have over ten miles of hiking and biking trails.
The package of recreational amenities include a championship (par 72) golf course, a world class cross country ski facility, an alpine ski area, 11 tennis court complex, 3 swimming pools, recreation center, equestrian center, main clubhouse with restaurant and bar facilities, and a private beach club at the east end of Donner Lake. Hiking trails, summer camps, playground equipment and sand volleyball courts round out this wonderful recreational package available to members and their guests. Property association dues are currently $1200 per year. There are substantial discounted fees for the golf course and ski areas and nominal daily or seasonal fees for the other major facilities.
The current make up of the subdivision is approximately 25% full time residences and 75% vacation homes. Available lots are priced from $100,000; Condos from $150,000 to $500,000; and homes from $300,000 to over $2,000,000.
Tahoe Donner®. An impeccably maintained community with clear blue skies, pine and alder trees, beautiful meadows and creeks. Once you look at everything else, it’ll be easy to see why Tahoe Donner® is your best buy!
Great event for the community coming up-Rotary Club Crab Feed benefits KidZone
COME SUPPORT A GOOD CAUSE-KIDZONE
Time: Saturday, March 20th from 5-9pm
Place: Truckee Community Recreation Center
Deadline: Purchase tickets by March 7th
Prices: Adult $42, Kids (16 and under $22)
If you like crab, cookies and pasta this is the place for you to be on March 20th. Truckee Rotary is hosting it’s annual crab feed and this year is featuring KidZone to host the live auction and raffle. 100% of proceeds with go to KidZone Museum. Check out the list of prized below. I personally would love to win the private dinner party by Chef Billly McCullough from Dragonfly, one of my favorite restaurants in town. For $5/ticket or 5 for $20, this is money well spent to support a great cause in the community and potentially win some fantastic prizes. You don’t have to be present to win if you aren’t able to make the event.
The live auction and raffle includes a chance to bid on or win amazing prizes, including a beach cruiser bike, Burton Snowboard, SF Giants tickets, ski passes, Santa Cruz beach house getaway, Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort on Lake Tahoe stay, Squaw Valley get away, scenic plane ride, NorthStar golf, restaurant gift certificates including a private dinner party by Chef Billy McCullough of Dragonfly, and many more prizes.
New Listing-Overlooking Tahoe Donner Ski Area-$649,000
16418 Skislope #3 $649,000 4 Bedroom, 3 Baths, 3 Car Garage
Stand in your living room as the sun pours in and watch the chairlifts and skiers at Tahoe Donner’s Downhill Ski Resort. This house is truly a unique property boasting so many special features including stainless steel appliances, granite slab counters, built-in entertainment center, gas insert fireplace with rock hearth, over sized pantry, and custom closets throughout.
With open space to the rear of the property and the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Center beyond that, this property is any outdoor enthusiasts dream. Skiing, snow shoeing, hiking and biking out your back door are just some of your options when living in this spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3 car garage home.
To view more photos check out the virtual tour at http://www.tahoehometours.com/IDXtour.asp?tour=16418
Serene Lakes / Donner Summit
Serene Lakes, named for it’s beauty and tranquility, offers just that and more. Tucked on top of Donner Summit this neighborhood provides easy access to several downhill and nordic ski areas as well as fantastic hiking in the surrounding forests. Many properties enjoy lake views and/or quiet forested settings.
Juniper Hills / Juniper Creek
This gated community is 6 miles east of downtown Truckee and just outside of Glenshire. Parcels range from 20 to 80 acre lots, plenty of room for anyone who desires a real feeling of privacy and solitude. Both of these developments offer stunning landscapes with views of surrounding mountains, Prosser and Stampede Reservoir’s and are zoned for horses.
The Meadows
A gated community 6 miles east of downtown Truckee, this development has large 5 to 10 acre parcels which are equestrian friendly and offer lots of privacy and tranquility. The terrain is relatively flat and “meadow-like” and many parcels have beautiful expansive views of the Truckee River and surrounding mountains.
