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About This Property
Set on a rare and expansive 10-acre parcel just minutes from the heart of Tahoe City, the crystal-clear shores of Lake Tahoe, and world-class skiing at Palisades Tahoe, this exceptional Sierra Nevada retreat offers a unique opportunity to create a true legacy property. Nestled among the beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the property features a basic 4-bedroom, 3-bath main residence with a two-car garage and guest quarters above—ideal for comfortable living or hosting while you design and build your future dream home. The land itself is a standout, offering mostly level terrain that gently transitions into peaceful, forested surroundings, providing both usability and privacy. With ample space for a custom homesite with potential lake views, gardens, outdoor recreation, or simply enjoying the tranquility of adjacent parkland, the possibilities here are truly endless. A collection of outbuildings adds versatility for storage, hobbies, or equipment, while the setting delivers a rare sense of seclusion without sacrificing convenience. Whether you're envisioning a private mountain estate, a family retreat, or a long-term investment in one of Tahoe’s most sought-after locations, this remarkable property invites you to experience the very best of mountain living
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STR Investment Analysis
Yellow ZoneSTR Investment Summary — 3600 Dinah Road, Carnelian Bay
Nightly rates and occupancy from Carnelian Bay market data (149 comparable 4-bedroom rentals, 2026-10); seasonality from comparable Tahoe rentals. Gross of management, cleaning and platform fees. Assumes full-year availability, professional management and dynamic pricing; owner use reduces it. Estimates vary.
Land Coverage (TRPA)
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel
TRPA caps how much of each Tahoe Basin parcel can be covered by impervious surfaces — buildings, driveways, decks. Estimated coverage — data: TRPA GIS / Tahoe Open Data. The only authoritative determination of coverage and land capability is a Land Capability Verification through TRPA; actual allowable coverage can differ due to verifications, transfers, banked coverage, or deed restrictions.
TRPA parcel fact sheet ↗ How the Basin comparesHome Insurance Estimate
California FAIR Plan fire policy + a DIC wrap policy, the usual Tahoe setup
Estimate from this ZIP's California FAIR Plan rates (Plan data as of 6/30/2026, with the 29.1% increase effective 10/15/2026) on an estimated rebuild cost, plus a DIC policy at 20–40% of the FAIR premium. Not a bindable quote; a local broker quote depends on the home's age, roof, defensible space and claims history.
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Placer County permit records for this parcel
Public permit records from the Placer County permit portal, last checked 2026-10-05. Open permits should be finaled or closed before close of escrow; verify current permit status directly with the county.
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