$149,000
35777 Culberson Road
Alta, CA 95701
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This 5+ acre parcel on the west slope of the Sierra Nevada is an ideal building site for your future cabin. With a level 1.5 acres, and four more acres sloping down off the ridge, you are guaranteed to preserve the fabulous view out over the rolling forested hills. A four-season property, accessible off of a PG&E maintained road, minutes away from I-80, this lot could be used for a primary or secondary home. 20 min from Emerald Pools, 30-45 min away from Donner Pass ski resorts, 45 minutes from Truckee, and an hour from the shores of Lake Tahoe, the location provides access to all the region's best outdoor adventures while still offering private seclusion. All you need to bring is a tent or trailer and you can start enjoying the views right away. The well is operable with a generator, and the shed and kitchen can be battery or solar powered. The shed, made from non-combustible materials, offers ample storage space as well as a composting toilet which will remain on the property. The hand-built kitchen features concrete sealed countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel fixtures, a high-powered two burner propane stove, and pump-powered sink. Come enjoy the beauty of the Sierras. This property is equipped to create an immediate getaway and still provides space to grow and create your perfect home. Details: • Lot: 5.75 acres, documents include a professional site survey and conditionally-approved septic plot plan • Storage Shed: 110 sq ft, SteelMaster quonset, Hardie board exterior siding, interior shelving, includes Nature's Head composting toilet and LED lighting system • Outdoor Kitchen: 16 ft sealed concrete countertop, Heath tile backsplash, two burner propane stove, pump battery-powered sink, stainless steel storage cabinets, cooler and trash drawers, pad for grill next to countertop, wired for battery or solar power that can be used for lights and sink pump • Well: 330ft deep (3+ gpm), professionally tested annually, $15,000 value • Outdoor shower structure: Private cedar enclosure with hooks and small shelves, shower not included
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$793/mo
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