Author Eddy Ancinas reveals a history of Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows that has not previously been written. She tells tales of people like Wayne Poulsen who hiked and skied in the valley and canyons as early as the 1930s. On one occasion he was turned back by a “gun toting cowboy from the Smith Ranch whose family had been in the valley since 1862.” After acquiring 1200 acres, Poulsen built the Continue Reading
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Lake Tahoe Grand Opening
Last week I had the opportunity to preview the Grand Opening of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Lake Tahoe. These are 23 luxury Penthouse Hotel Residences that are being offered as whole ownership in the ski in-ski out Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Hotel, that is located mid-mountain at Northstar. There are a few 2 bedroom residences, and the rest 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom residences. The prices start at Continue Reading
Martis Camp New Contemporary 7000 Sq Ft Home, $7,950,000
This Martis Camp home in Truckee, Ca is a 5 bedroom, 6.5 bathroom , 7000 sq ft architectural masterpiece. With a natural stone fireplace, a two story beamed ceiling, with two walls of windows in the living room, this contemporary home blends beautifully in this mountain environment. A large terrace with south facing mountain views and a fire pit, perfect for out door Continue Reading
