Living in the Northern Nevada region of the Great Basin has many different perks. One of its biggest appeals is the many opportunities for outdoor adventures. Unlike much of Nevada, Reno is the considered a high-desert climate, surrounded by the beautiful Sierra Nevadas. By living at St. James Village, not only will you get to experience the Reno lifestyle, but Lake Tahoe is just a short drive away. Tucked away into the Sierras and clinging to the Nevada-California border is the beautiful Lake Tahoe.
What’s so great about Lake Tahoe?
Lake Tahoe is on numerous publicized lists where it is rated as one of the best, most beautiful places in the whole world. It is the largest alpine lake in North America and receives 300 days of sun a year on average. The water is also one of the purest in the world, at 99.994% pure.
Lake Tahoe is among the top-rated ski towns and home to some of the top ski resorts in the world. On each shoreline of the lake, whether in Truckee, CA or South Lake Tahoe, NV, you will find tons of ski areas ranging for all different skill levels. In 1960, the Winter Olympics were held in Lake Tahoe.
How close are these places?
There are 18 ski resorts located in the Reno-Tahoe Region. Any of these resorts are anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour away from St. James’s Village.
Just to name a few of the most popular are:
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Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe- 22 mins
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Northstar at Tahoe Resort- 56 mins
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Heavenly Mountain Resort- 57 mins
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Squaw Valley- 1 hr 12 mins
If outdoor activity is what you are crazing in your lifestyle. The Reno- Lake Tahoe area is perfect for quick, easy access to the snow and also ideal for escaping the snow when needed. Stop by and see the beautiful expanses and white sprinkled master planned community of St. James’s Village.
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Reno Lifestyle
At St. James Village, you get the chance to experience the best of both worlds. You’ll be experiencing mainly the Reno lifestyle, but you also get to experience what it’s like in Lake Tahoe