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Sold in Homewood: Eight Years, One Home, One Relationship

Posted on by Liza Muhl

Eight Years, One Home, A Relationship Built on Trust

4820 Sacramento Avenue, Homewood, California

5 Bedrooms | 4.5 Bathrooms | 3,633 Sq Ft

Sale Price $2,950,000

It Started With a Little Trust

In 2018, they were buyers from out of the area, leaning on me to help them find the right property in Tahoe, despite not knowing me very well or knowing how much they could trust me (yet).

A home on Sacramento Avenue in Homewood caught their eye, one that didn’t quite look like anything else on the market.

A Home That Didn’t Fit the Mold

No easy comps, no cookie-cutter floor plan to point to. Just an exceptional property with real character, and a couple willing to trust that character over convention.

They trusted me to help them see what it was worth, and they bought it.

Eight Years Later, We Were Back

Eight years later, that trust came full circle.

When it was time to sell 4820 Sacramento, we faced the same challenge from the other side: a home unlike its neighbors, hard to price by the book because there simply wasn’t a book to use.

We went deep into the data, studied every comparable we could find, and built a strategy around what made this property genuinely rare rather than trying to force it into a mold.

Ten Days Later

Ten days later, we were in escrow.

Purchased in 2018 for $1,900,000, 4820 Sacramento closed in 2026 at $2,950,000. Over $1M in equity gained.

More Than a Transaction

Same clients, hard-to-price home, the instinct to trust the process, and eight years apart.

That’s the kind of relationship that makes this work meaningful. It isn’t the sign in the yard, but the people who let you walk with them through both ends of a home’s story.

Congratulations to my wonderful sellers on this next chapter. And thank you for trusting me with both sides of the journey.

Thinking About What’s Next?

Whether you’re considering a move in Tahoe or simply want to understand what your options might look like, I’m always happy to be a resource.

Contact: Amie Quirarte

Founding Agent, SERHANT. Lake Tahoe
Founder, The Q Group

Mobile 650.290.3008
Email me at amie@realestatenorthtahoe.com
Visit Amie Quirarte with The Q Group to learn more

 

New Homewood Listing | 4820 Sacramento Avenue | Lake Tahoe

Posted on by Liza Muhl

A Rare West Shore Find

4820 Sacramento Avenue, Homewood, California

5 Bedrooms | 4.5 Bathrooms | 3,633 Sq Ft

Listed Price $2,995,000

There are homes that offer a great Tahoe setting, and then there are homes that bring together the location, views, design, and outdoor space in a way that feels especially rare.

4820 Sacramento Avenue in Homewood is one of those homes.

Set in one of the West Shore’s most desirable pockets, this custom mountain home offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and 3,633 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space.

Designed to Bring Tahoe In

Inside, vaulted ceilings and an open floor plan create a sense of volume and ease. Walls of windows bring natural light into the home while framing the surrounding lake and mountain landscape.

Three decks extend the living space outdoors, creating natural places to enjoy a morning coffee, gather with friends, or take in the changing light across the West Shore.

The result is a home that feels connected to its surroundings while remaining warm and comfortable.

A Backyard That Is Hard to Find

One of the property’s most compelling features is beyond the walls.

The backyard is large, flat, and genuinely usable, a combination that is increasingly difficult to find on the West Shore.

There is room to gather around the fire pit, entertain a crowd, play outside, or simply enjoy having space to spread out. For Tahoe living, that kind of outdoor flexibility can make all the difference.

In the Heart of Homewood

Location is another defining feature.

Homewood Ski Resort is approximately half a mile away, making it easy to enjoy one of the West Shore’s iconic winter destinations. Lake Tahoe is also close at hand, with a public access point just two blocks from the property.

And the neighborhood is entering an exciting new chapter.

Homewood is in the midst of significant resort redevelopment, with a new gondola and village improvements underway. The changes are reshaping the resort and adding another layer of interest to this already desirable stretch of the West Shore.

A West Shore Home With Staying Power

The appeal of 4820 Sacramento Avenue goes beyond any single feature.

It is the combination of a sought-after Homewood location, classic Tahoe character, lake and mountain views, generous living space, and an unusually usable backyard.

For those looking for a Tahoe home that works equally well for everyday living and gathering with family and friends, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find.

For more information or to arrange a private showing, contact Amie Quirarte with SERHANT. Lake Tahoe.

Mobile 650.290.3008
Email me at amie@realestatenorthtahoe.com
Visit Amie Quirarte with The Q Group to learn more

 

PRICE REDUCTION | Homewood Mountain Lodge with Unique Features

Posted on by Liza Muhl

PRICE REDUCTION

160 Cherry Street, Homewood, California

6 BR | 5.5 BA | 5670 SF

Listing Price $8,390,000

SUMMERTIME AT 160 CHERRY

Beyond the A-symmetrical front gate lies 160 Cherry Street. Situated on 2.38 acres and backing to Forest Service land, this property encapsulates privacy and seclusion without compromising your proximity to the lake.

Completed in 2020, this home features endless unique components, such as a hanging staircase made out of forged steel, and the use of reclaimed wood from the original Tahoe Tavern Pier that was reworked for multiple pieces throughout this spectacular home. The 20-foot stone, floor-to-ceiling, double-sided fireplace centered in the great room is the heart for family gatherings and celebrations.

The main home has five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and a 1,400-square-foot deck with a covered patio and wood-burning fireplace. The guest house is a fully detached one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit with four additional built-in bunk beds to accommodate both friends and family.

Nestled between the guest and main homes is an outdoor patio with a gas fireplace and a 30′ outdoor water feature. There are two separate garages that can comfortably house five cars and a boat. The radiant heat, air conditioning units, air purifying system, elevator, and heated stairs and driveway are the finishing touches to ensure life at Cherry Street is as effortless as it gets.

As a member of Tahoe Swiss Village’s homeowner’s association, you can enjoy the use of two buoys, two piers, and a private beach located just across the street. This custom home was initially envisioned as a mountain lodge with an industrial feel, and the dedicated group of minds behind it brought this vision to life. It was designed, engineered, and built by local teams who have a deep affinity for this area and worked together to seamlessly integrate the intimate characteristics of the home with the nature that surrounds it.

For more information on West Shore real estate, contact Amie Quirarte.

 

BACK ON THE MARKET: 160 Cherry Street

Posted on by Liza Muhl

BACK ON THE MARKET

160 Cherry Street, Homewood, California

6 BR | 5.5 BA | 5670 SF

Listing  Price $8,990,000

Homewood Mountain Lodge on the West Shore

Beyond the A-symmetrical front gate lies 160 Cherry Street. Situated on 2.38 acres and backing to Forest Service land, this property encapsulates privacy and seclusion without compromising your proximity to the lake.

Completed in 2020, this home features endless unique components, such as a hanging staircase made out of forged steel, and the use of reclaimed wood from the original Tahoe Tavern Pier that was reworked for multiple pieces throughout this spectacular home. The 20-foot stone, floor-to-ceiling, double-sided fireplace centered in the great room is the heart for family gatherings and celebrations.

The main home has five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and a 1,400-square-foot deck with a covered patio and wood-burning fireplace. The guest house is a fully detached one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit with four additional built-in bunk beds to accommodate both friends and family.

Nestled between the guest and main homes is an outdoor patio with a gas fireplace and a 30′ outdoor water feature. There are two separate garages that can comfortably house five cars and a boat. The radiant heat, air conditioning units, air purifying system, elevator, and heated stairs and driveway are the finishing touches to ensure life at Cherry Street is as effortless as it gets.

As a member of Tahoe Swiss Village’s homeowner’s association, you can enjoy the use of two buoys, two piers, and a private beach located just across the street. This custom home was initially envisioned as a mountain lodge with an industrial feel, and the dedicated group of minds behind it brought this vision to life. It was designed, engineered, and built by local teams who have a deep affinity for this area and worked together to seamlessly integrate the intimate characteristics of the home with the nature that surrounds it.

For showing appointment, contact Amie Quirarte.

 

PRICE REDUCTION: 160 Cherry Street

Posted on by Liza Muhl

SUPREME PRIVACY IN NATURE

Beyond the A-symmetrical front gate lies 160 Cherry Street. Situated on 2.38 acres and backing to Forest Service land, this property encapsulates privacy and seclusion without compromising your proximity to the lake.

Completed in 2020, this home features endless unique components, such as a hanging staircase made out of forged steel, and the use of reclaimed wood from the original Tahoe Tavern Pier that was reworked for multiple pieces throughout this spectacular home. The 20-foot stone, floor-to-ceiling, double-sided fireplace centered in the great room is the heart for family gatherings and celebrations.

PRICE REDUCTION

160 Cherry Street, Homewood, California

6 BR | 5.5 BA | 5670 SF

Listing Price $9,800,000

The main home has five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and a 1,400-square-foot deck with a covered patio and wood-burning fireplace. The guest house is a fully detached one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit with four additional built-in bunk beds to accommodate both friends and family.

Nestled between the guest and main homes is an outdoor patio with a gas fireplace and a 30′ outdoor water feature. There are two separate garages that can comfortably house five cars and a boat. The radiant heat, air conditioning units, air purifying system, elevator, and heated stairs and driveway are the finishing touches to ensure life at Cherry Street is as effortless as it gets.

As a member of Tahoe Swiss Village’s homeowner’s association, you can enjoy the use of two buoys, two piers, and a private beach located just across the street. This custom home was initially envisioned as a mountain lodge with an industrial feel, and the dedicated group of minds behind it brought this vision to life. It was designed, engineered, and built by local teams who have a deep affinity for this area and worked together to seamlessly integrate the intimate characteristics of the home with the nature that surrounds it.

For showing appointment, contact Amie Quirarte.

 

JUST LISTED: 160 CHERRY STREET

Posted on by Liza Muhl

Custom home mountain lodge

JUST LISTED

160 Cherry Street, Homewood, California

6 BR | 5.5 BA | 5670 SF

Listing  Price $10,200,000

Situated on 2.38 acres and backing to Forest Service land, this property encapsulates privacy and seclusion without compromising your proximity to the lake. As a member of Tahoe Swiss Village’s homeowner’s association, you can enjoy the use of two buoys, two piers, and a private beach located just across the street. This custom home was initially envisioned as a mountain lodge with an industrial feel, and the dedicated group of minds behind it brought this vision to life. It was designed, engineered, and built by local teams who have a deep affinity for this area and worked together to seamlessly integrate the intimate characteristics of the home with the nature that surrounds it. The methodical detail put into every decision is evident from the moment you walk in the 10-foot front door.

Completed in 2020, this home features endless unique components, such as a hanging staircase made out of forged steel, the use of reclaimed wood from the original Tahoe Tavern pier that was used for multiple pieces throughout the home, a custom A-symmetrical front gate, a 20-foot stone, floor-to-ceiling, double-sided fireplace centered in the great room, and much more. The main home has five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and a 1,400-square-foot deck with a covered patio and wood-burning fireplace. The guest house is a fully detached one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit with four additional built-in bunk beds to accommodate both friends and family.

Nestled between the guest and main homes is an outdoor patio with a gas fireplace and a 30′ outdoor water feature. There are two separate garages that can comfortably house five cars and a boat. The radiant heat, air conditioning units, air purifying system, elevator, and heated stairs and driveway are the finishing touches to ensure life at Cherry Street is as effortless as it gets.

For showing appointment, contact Amie Quirarte.

BEST LAKE TAHOE SKIING: WHAT RESORT IS RIGHT FOR YOU

Posted on by Liza Muhl

Play, Stay & Enjoy Lake Tahoe this Winter

Whether your getting out on the slopes for a short weekend getaway or a day trip, Lake Tahoe is famed for our expansive selection of downhill ski resorts boasting a variety of terrain, from some gentle broad slopes, some hilly hills and forested slopes or cross country. If you love the outdoors and are a fan of winter’s snow and cold, nothing beats skiing in Lake Tahoe. We have provided our favorite insider’s tips below to help you choose where to ski this winter.

Best Lake Views

Homewood Mountain Resort: Located on Tahoe’s magical West Shore, Homewood is a laid-back mountain that is known for its deep powder, well-spaced trees, and panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. With a mix of gentle beginner slopes to more intermediate and advanced runs, there’s something for everyone at Homewood. It’s certainly a hidden gem, not only for its lake views, but also its secret powder stashes on a snow day.

Diamond Peak: This family-friendly resort in Incline Village boasts world-class snowmaking and grooming, fun events for the whole family, and comprehensive lesson programs. Drink in dramatic views of Lake Tahoe from the sun deck of the Snowflake Lodge. Diamond Peak’s mid-mountain bar and eatery.

Plenty of Beginner Terrain

Boreal: Take 3, Ride Free at this small mountain with a big attitude on Donner Summit. When you purchase three lessons, you get a free season’s pass. Boreal is the only mountain in Tahoe/Truckee that offers night skiing. The onsite Woodward Indoor Park offers 33,000 square feet of ramps, foam pits, and trampolines; perfect for honing those ski and snowboard skills out of the elements.

Donner Ski Ranch: This historic mountain is family-owned and operated, and boasts some great terrain as well as affordable rates and a variety of lesson options. First time bringing the little ones out to ski? Take advantage of their $15 magic carpet pass with a $15 equipment rental to get the kiddos used to the sport.

Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort: Tahoe Donner knows families. From affordable beginner packages to a helpful staff, Tahoe Donner knows how to make learning to ski and ride a family-friendly experience. It’s known as the best place to begin, with impeccable grooming, wide open slopes, and great beginner programs. Also, onsite are a number of eateries, weekly events, and a snow play area.

Advanced Terrain

Northstar California: Fun off-piste terrain, world-class terrain parks, and wide open groomers make Northstar a great destination for all levels of skiers and riders. The bustling village offers plenty of apres-ski events and specials – you may never want to leave!

Palisades Tahoe: Host to the 1960 Olympics, Palisades Tahoe is renowned for its varied terrain. Once two mountains, now merged, the resort offers a combined 6,000 acres of terrain. From wide-open bowls in the side-country to inbound cliffs and technical tree runs, advanced skiers (beginners and intermediate, too!) will love exploring this resort any day.

Sugar Bowl Ski Resort: Sugar Bowl is another family-owned and operated ski resort located on Donner Summit. Its high elevation means huge amounts of snowfall, and the uncrowded slopes and short lift lines make it a local’s favorite. The terrain varies from beginner to advanced. Intermediate and advanced skiers and riders will enjoy 1,650 acres of wide-open bowls, long groomers, and inbound cliffs and features that make this mountain unique.

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe: Experience beautiful Lake Tahoe views, tons of powder, and over 1,200 acres of 70% intermediate-to-advanced terrain at Mt. Rose Tahoe. The base elevation of this mountain, which is conveniently located between Incline Village and Reno, is 8,250 ft. – the highest in Tahoe. High elevations means good snow in Tahoe, and Mt. Rose is fun for powder-hounds and groomer-heroes alike.

2022/2023 Resort Winter Skiing

Posted on by Liza Muhl

The Lake Tahoe 2022/2023 ski season is here! While ski resort opening dates are always subject to weather and conditions, it sure does give us something to look forward to. As the nights get chillier, we start to envision our ski season ahead. So get your skis waxed and your gear ready because powder days are ahead!

Ski Resorts

Boreal Mountain Open Now

Experience the magic of Boreal’s sunset session every night! The Night Pass gives unlimited access to the mountain from 3:00pm – 8:00pm.

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe Open Now

New this year: Estimated to be the largest capital improvement project in the resort’s history, the new Lakeview Express chairlift will be a key piece of Mt. Rose’s effort to enhance the overall experience in the “Lakeview Zone.” The plan includes trail additions, existing run improvements, and new skier traffic patterns, offering even greater access to beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain and help give skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels a more enhanced mountain experience.

Stay nearby

Northstar California & Heavenly Open Now

New this year: Celebrating their 50th anniversary, Northstar will open with the newly upgraded Comstock Express lift, now a high-speed 6-person chairlift. New passholder perk: With early lift access every Monday, Northstar passholders can load chairlifts at 8:30am for First Tracks on Monday, starting in December.

Stay nearby Northstar   Stay nearby Heavenly

Palisades Tahoe Open Now

New this year: A base-to-base gondola connects Palisades and Alpine. Guests will enjoy easy access to 6,000 acres of terrain. The 2.4 mile gondola ride will transport guests between The Village at Palisades Tahoe and the Alpine Lodge in 16 minutes, with the option for expert skiers and riders to unload at the KT-22 mid-station. The gondola is expected to be running by mid-December, weather permitting. Red Dog chairlift is replaced with a high-speed 6-seather and also is expected to open in December, weather permitting. Expanded mountaineer operations, plus snowmaking and lodge enhancements.

Stay nearby

Sugar Bowl Open Now

New this year: Sugar Bowl joins the Mountain Collective. The Sugar Rush snowtubing park will have a 400′ magic carpet accessing 10 lanes of tubing, plus a sweets station for kids and a bar for adults, open on weekends and holidays and some evenings.

Stay nearby

Diamond Peak Opens Thursday, December 8

New this year: New surface lift for the Child Ski & Ride Center, relocated terrain park, new RFID access gates, and guided after-hours snowshoe hikes.

Stay nearby

Homewood Mountain Resort Opens Friday, December 9

See first-hand why Homewood is “Where the Mountains Meet the Lake.” Two hundred eight steps from lift-to-lake gives Homewood an unbeatable lakeside skiing experience.

Stay nearby

Tahoe Donner Downhill Opens Friday, December 9

For nearly 50 years, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort has provided families a unique and affordable ski experience. Committed to being “the best place to begin” and offer ski instruction for children as young as 3 years old. Enjoy wide-open bowls, uncrowded slopes, gentle beginner terrain, and excellent grooming.

Stay nearby

Happy Skiing!