Sold on Sep 8, 2026 for $1,185,000

20111 Tanglewood Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95945

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3 bd · 3.0 ba · 2,660 sqft · $451/sqft · 8.48 acres

Residential · Single Family Residence · Built 1988

Description

Perched at the private end of an 800-foot driveway, Tanglewood is a masterclass in organic architecture and mountain solitude. Set upon the summit of Woodpecker Ridge amid giant, moss-covered boulders and soaring pines, this estate offers a rare 210-degree unobstructed panorama of Woodpecker Ravine and the valley below. Here, the boundary between nature and home disappears, with large birds drifting on thermals just past your windows, and in the winter, the eastern ridges near Lake Tahoe can be seen blanketed by snow. The residence is defined by a soaring 28-foot vaulted great room where walls of glass frame a "sea of trees." A large Jotul wood-burning stove serves as the heart of the home, easily warming the majority of the house during the winter months. Sliding glass doors open to an expansive Travertine stone deck that wraps the south and east sides of the home. This elevated outdoor space is designed for the ultimate ridge-top lifestyle, with ample room for both intimate conversation around a fire pit and dining under the evening moon and stars. From the deck, a scenic 100-foot path winds through the trees and boulders to a secluded eight-person jacuzzi oasis. Positioned on its own matching stone terrace, this retreat offers a detached, immersive natural experience with the same eastern views as the main house. The kitchen is an intuitive blend of professional utility and natural beauty. Mottled green granite and glass tiles mirror the forest outside, while improbably placed windows on the wall bring the forest inside. The kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, twin Miele ovens, and a 6-burner Thermador cooktop. A solarium-style breakfast nook with a glass ceiling provides the experience of dining alfresco regardless of the season. The upper-level primary retreat also has large eastern-facing windows with spectacular moon and sunrise views over the Sierra Nevada range. The property's infrastructure was fully modernized in 2024, featuring a high efficiency Polaris boiler for luxurious radiant in-floor heat and a 5-ton Bryant (Carrier) central air system, supplemented by a dedicated 3-ton Mitsubishi cooling unit in the primary suite. Tanglewood is a rare opportunity to become the next steward of a unique architectural legacy home of quiet majesty and enduring quality for the next generation.

Agent & source

Listed by
Mimi H. Simmons
Brokerage
Century 21 Cornerstone Realty
DRE
#00871435
Bought with
Taffy A. Maurer
MLS # 226064367 Source MetroList Services

Property details

Rooms & Layout

Levels
2 stories
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.0 (3 full)
Kitchen
Pantry Cabinet, Granite Counter, Island
Dining
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Space in Kitchen
  • Dining/Living Combo
  • Formal Area
Living Room
  • Cathedral/Vaulted
  • Deck Attached
  • Great Room
  • View
  • Open Beam Ceiling
Primary Bedroom
Walk-In Closet, Sitting Area
Primary Bathroom
  • Shower Stall(s)
  • Double Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Granite
  • Walk-In Closet 2+
  • Radiant Heat
Other Bathrooms
Shower Stall(s), Stone, Window
Laundry
  • Laundry Closet
  • Dryer Included
  • Sink
  • Ground Floor
  • Washer Included
  • Inside Room
Basement
Partially Finished

Property Features

View
  • Canyon
  • Panoramic
  • Garden/Greenbelt
  • Valley
  • Mountains
Lot features
  • Auto Sprinkler F&R
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Private
  • Secluded
  • Landscape Back
  • Landscape Front
Pets
Yes
Spa
Spa/Hot Tub Personal
Road
Gravel
Topography
Downslope, Level

Building & Construction

Architectural Style
Arts & Crafts, Contemporary, Craftsman
Construction Materials
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Shingle Siding
  • Wall Insulation
  • Wood
  • Wood Siding
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Raised

Exterior & Parking

Parking
3-car garage, Deck, RV Possible, Detached, Garage Facing Front, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Guest Parking Available
Patio & Porch
Front Porch, Uncovered Deck
Fencing
Partial Cross, Wire
Exterior Features
Uncovered Courtyard
Other Structures
Pergola, Workshop

Interior & Comfort

Heating
  • Propane
  • Radiant
  • Wood Stove
  • MultiUnits
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central, MultiUnits
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Fireplace
1 (Living Room, Wood Burning)
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Formal Entry
Windows
Dual Pane Full

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Double Oven
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Warming Drawer
Other equipment
Dish Antenna, Water Filter System

Utilities

Water Source
Well
Sewer
Septic System
Electric
220 Volts, Generator
Propane Tank Leased
Irrigation
Other

Nearby

Active Pending Closed Rental
Elementary
Grass Valley District
Middle
Grass Valley District
High
Nevada Joint Union District

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