The moment you walk in, you know this is no ordinary mountain house. Designed with energy-efficiency and comfort in mind, this ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) home gives you a sense of connection… connection to the water, connection to the earth. Enjoy the gentle splashing sounds of Alder Creek as it cascades through the backyard. Towering aspens, a huge green belt complete with hiking and biking trails, and the natural wildlife habitat of Alder Creek are all right out your back door. Picture yourself in the fabulous great room with its grand, stone-floored kitchen--- just the right size for major parties or intimate get-togethers. The “green” technology construction delivers comfort, durability and peace of mind. Insulated concrete exterior walls and double-offset-stud interior walls make this house incredibly quiet. 8’ sliding doors and grand picture windows keep this home light, open and welcoming. So much built in for long-lasting comfort: two jetted tubs, custom stone flooring, Ceolacanth granite countertops, over-sized garage, 50 year warranty fire-resistant siding, 50-year fire shingles, Low-E windows, stainless steel appliances, a wet-bar in the family room, Beam central vac, Xtraordinaire fireplace with custom stonework, high-efficiency furnace, soy-based foam insulation, PET carpeting and more. The sumptuous master suite has huge views to the creek, large walk-in closet, and a library/reading nook. Every bedroom has direct access to a barefoot-friendly Trex sundeck, the backyard and creek. For all its quiet and natural connection to the environment, this house enjoys quick and easy access to your favorite Tahoe Donner amenities and the low-traffic back way to Northstar, Tahoe and Interstate 80. Call for your appointment today!