luxury real estate for sale Sierra County, United States

Just 25 minutes from downtown Truckee, The Lodge at High Meadow Ranch is a remarkable retreat that breathes timelessness, authenticity, self-sufficiency, and luxury. Spanning 240 acres of pristine mountain meadow, the property features aspen cathedrals, classic Sierra forestland, the two creeks that flow year-round, Onion Creek and Cold Creek, and a profound expanse of mountain sky. At the heart of the property is the 9,700 square foot log cabin, custom built in 1989. The home is warm and grand, thoughtfully and artfully comprising 7 bedrooms, 5 ½ baths, 3 living rooms, a dining room with seating for 14, an expansive library, a game room, a dedicated wine cellar, and an expansive deck which overlooks the private meadow. Family and friends can gather around the campfire across the lawn, connect with each other in the well-crafted interior spaces, or seek solitude in the cozy corners of the Lodge. The property is entirely off-grid, with an extensive infrastructure, including an artesian well with pure mountain water, solar panels, and state of the art systems. Proximal to the Lodge are tennis courts, a sport court and the creeks and fishing pond to captivate those who want to spend the evening hours angling for trout. In the winter, the private meadow invites activities like cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. A 2,100 square foot equipment barn can shelter snowcats, snowmobiles, boats, trailers, and other mountain toys. Just beyond this breathtaking property is the protected Tahoe National Forest, and specifically Jackson Meadows Reservoir and Weber Lake. The Lodge at High Meadow Ranch promises authentic, secluded mountain living, and yet, it is a quick and charming drive to the restaurants, shops, beaches, and ski resorts that invigorate the Tahoe basin.

“Water’s Edge” at Jackson Meadows Lake is a premier legacy recreation opportunity with a natural landscape encompassing nearly 1-1/2 miles of shoreline along the shores of Jackson Meadows Lake in Sierra County, California. This unique property is one of the last of its kind to be offered in all of California and is the only privately held lakefront at Jackson Meadows Lake. The region is known for its abundant sunshine, spectacular waters and changing seasons throughout the year. Here, dramatic shores offer captivating views of the lake surrounded by granite ridge tops and towering Sierra Buttes beyond. Lake waters are fed by mountain streams, artesian waters, and snow melt from high peaks of the Northern Sierra. A beautiful freshwater lake, tranquil native environment, and protected riparian habitat are among the unique features found at this special place. The refreshing waters fronting this property are filled with rainbow and brown trout, migrating bird species and a rich diversity of wildlife. The lake is deep and crystal clear with multiple private coves along the shoreline. From flowing headwaters of the middle fork of the Yuba River, life on the lake includes fishing, boating, swimming and paddle sports. Surrounding forest lands offer acres of open space, a playground for outdoor adventure and year ‘round recreation including hiking and mountain biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and off-road pursuits. Serene and private, “Water’s Edge” at Jackson Meadows Lake includes nearly 110 acres of pristine alpine terrain along the shore. The unspoiled beauty of this private park-like setting is protected by watershed development restrictions and surrounding Tahoe National Forest lands making it an ultra-private, off-grid destination. Ownership of this stunning lakefront property provides a once in a lifetime opportunity to create a treasured heritage lake estate, while protecting important conservation habitat and the riparian watershed for future generations. The colors, sights and sounds of this one-of-a-kind lake frontage property evolve throughout the seasons. Spring offers the beauty of sparkling crystal-clear snowmelt waters, the sights and sounds of abundant wildlife returning for the season, and grassy green meadows surrounded by aromatic sage, mules ear and wildflowers that sweetly scent fresh mountain air. In Summertime, the lake is brimming with freshwater fish, including rainbow and brown trout. Eagles, osprey, mule deer, woodpeckers, chipmunks, foxes and black bears cross the land. Fall's crisp evenings are warmed by day, as golden sunlight filters through juniper and pine trees near sunny shores. Winter's landscape emanates the quiet beauty of glimmering snow covering the land, trees and mountain tops set against bright blue skies. Enjoying a simpler lifestyle and connection with the land at Jackson Meadows Lake is like stepping back in time. Although this land lies off the beaten path, Jackson Meadows Lake is conveniently located just north of Lake Tahoe, only 35 miles to Truckee, just over 1 hour to Reno, and about a 3-1/2 hour drive to San Francisco Bay Area locations.

This adorable cottage is in the heart of Loyalton, in a sweet neighborhood with mature landscaping and well-kept homes. It is within walking distance to shopping, the post office, and great dining. Recent updates include work on the post-and-pier foundation, new plumbing, a new mini-split heat pump, electrical, an updated kitchen and bath, a new porch, and a back deck. The attic is very large and, if updated, could almost double the size of the house.