About Sierra Meadows and Ponderosa Palisades

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Ponderosa Palisades and Sierra Meadows are residential communities located in Truckee, California. Truckee is a charming mountain town situated in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, near Lake Tahoe.

The communites are known for their beautiful natural surroundings, including towering pine trees, lush meadows and scenic mountain views. The setting provides residents with a peaceful and serene environment.

These neighborhoods are ideal for those seeking a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to various recreational activities, such as hiking, biking, skiing, and boating.

Outstanding Amenities

These close-knit communities are adjacent to US Forest Service land. Homeowners enjoy access to endless trails for cross-country skiing, mountain biking, OHV and snowmobiling.

Sierra Meadows has amenities like tennis courts, a swimming pool, playground and barbecue pits, but there is also a small HOA fee. Ponderosa Palisades doesn’t have the same amenities and HOA, but across the street is the Truckee River Regional Park.

The park features a skateboard park, basketball courts, ice-skating, baseball, barbecue pits, picnic area and volleyball courts. Additionally, in the summer, a Farmer’s Market is held on Tuesdays each week. Homeowners can enjoy free outdoor summer concerts in the park.

The communities are also centrally located in between the restaurants of downtown Truckee and The Rock. Located in the round-a-bout, The Rock offers shopping, restaurants and professional offices.

Across the street, the Ponderosa Golf Course was originally one of the area’s first courses, developed by the community. This 9-hole course was purchased by the Airport District to be used for recreational purposes only. It was slated to remain untouched by residential and commercial development. The Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District currently maintains and manages the course.

Easy Access to Skiing

Sierra Meadows and Ponderosa Palisades are also located near to the Northstar California ski resort. This ski resort offers epic skiing in winter and mountain biking in the summer.

Nearby communities include Coyote Run, Winter Creek, Martis Woods Estates, The Palisades, Pinyon Creek The Timbers Townhomes.

Overall, Ponderosa Palisades and Sierra Meadows offer a tranquil mountain living experience. They also provide easy access to outdoor activities and the amenities of a charming town. It is a desirable location for both permanent residents and vacation homeowners. It is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of the Sierra Nevada region.

Currently, there are only 6 available listings in Ponderosa Palisades and Sierra Meadows, ranging in prices between $1.9 million and $895K.

Featured Listing

10848 Martis Drive

This tastefully remodeled Ponderosa Fairway home features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. It also has a loft, 2 car garage and a huge fenced yard. The fantastic outdoor living space boasts a gas firepit with pavers, grass area, storage shed and RV parking. This nicely upgraded home is spacious and sunny, with vaulted ceilings and open great room. Enjoy easy, convenient access to Truckee Regional Park, Ponderosa golf course and downtown Truckee from this fantastic location. Price:$1,199,000

Contact me today for more information about homes available for sale in these Truckee communities.