Set along the banks of the American River and tucked just below the West Bowl lift at Sierra at Tahoe Ski Resort, this is a mountain property unlike any other. In winter, you can watch skiers carve their lines from the house, and for the energetic, ski in and out right from your doorstep. Prefer an easy start to the day? The resort's main entrance is just two minutes up the road.When the snow melts, the setting becomes even more remarkable. Surrounded by miles of Forest Service land, the home opens to hiking, biking, climbing, and exploring in every direction. Lovers Leap, just minutes away, offers world-class climbing and is home to bald eagles and peregrine falcons. Horsetail Falls is close by as well, with beautiful cascades and inviting swim holes. Trails into Desolation Wilderness, including routes toward Mt. Ralston, begin just a mile away. You can step onto the historic Pony Express Trail right from the house and follow it for miles toward Placerville or venture toward Highway 88 through Sayles Canyon, passing lakes and creeks along the way. Echo Lake, with boating, fishing, swimming, and access to the Pacific Crest Trail, is only five miles away. The home itself began as a 1926 cabin and has been thoughtfully expanded into a spacious mountain compound that honors its roots while offering modern comfort. Rich knotty pine walls, large log accents, white oak and slate flooring, and granite surfaces, including a striking outdoor fireplace, create a warm, lodge-style atmosphere. Quiet-close alder cabinetry, a pellet stove, multiple heating and cooling systems, and three water heaters ensure year-round ease.Designed as two fully independent living spaces, the property offers exceptional flexibility. The upper apartment includes a bedroom, two bathrooms, and a loft with its own bath (about 1000 sqft). The main house blends the original cabin's charm with expansive living areas, additional bedrooms, a large sleeping loft, and a generous kitchen and great room built for gathering (about 2700 sqft). A bar-closet and dedicated poker area make evenings with friends and family effortless. Furnishings may be included, creating a truly turnkey retreat. Access is easy in every season. A covered, elevated walkway connects the upper two-car garage directly to the home. Below, a massive four-car garage provides room for snowmobiles, ATVs, tools, and all your mountain gear, plus abundant storage and additional outdoor parking. The river flows through your backyard, stocked at times for fishing. Nearby, you'll find ex