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Beautiful Alpine Retreat in Galena Forest Estates. This charming alpine home, nestled among towering pines on a level, private acre, offers a warm and inviting blend of classic elegance, thoughtful design, and comfortable mountain living. An abundance of natural light fills the home through large arched windows, while cathedral ceilings create an airy, open feel. A chandelier-ed foyer welcomes you into the great room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace and French doors opening to the library. The dining room with a dry bar and wine cooler is ideal for entertaining. The kitchen offers an eat-in nook, generous counter space, extensive cabinetry, and premium appliances. The main-level primary bedroom provides a peaceful respite, with an expansive bathroom designed for relaxation and a jetted hydrotherapy tub for a spa-like experience. Stylish accents throughout the home include crown molding, oak flooring on the main level, and a graceful winding staircase leading to a carpeted mezzanine. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, including two with private en-suite bathrooms. Attic-style under-eave spaces add both character and practical storage room. Additional utilities include central vacuum, a dedicated laundry area, and service sink in the mudroom, with direct access to an attached three-car garage. Back doors open onto a large deck and substantial, versatile backyard, with plenty of room to run around, play, or create your own dreamscape. Located on a wide street on the school bus route with snowplowing service, the property offers easy access to Shayden Summit mall shopping, nearby hiking trails, world-class skiing, and scenic drives to Lake Tahoe. This enticing Galena Forest residence combines the tranquility of a wooded mountain setting with the convenience and amenities of the surrounding Reno-Tahoe area.
