Darkhorse: A World Away … But Close to It All
Enjoy unparalleled quality of life at Darkhorse — rolling foothills, superb sunsets and easy access to everything Nevada County has to offer. Above the fog but below the snow — that’s Darkhorse living.
Darkhorse is everything you’re looking for in luxury foothills living: private, oversized lots, golf course views, and a park-like setting — all surrounded by oak-dotted open space.
Luxury Sierra Foothills Properties
Located in Nevada County north of Auburn, the prestigious Darkhorse community offers a quiet, slower pace of life. Available homesites include those with panoramic golf course views, views of the neighboring Lake of the Pines, level lots, upslopes or downslopes, wide-open lots and secluded, heavily treed sites. Cul-de-sac lots are also available, as are those with acreage. Sites range in size from one-third acre to more than 10 acres.
Outdoor Recreation
Darkhorse is located on the border of Nevada and Placer counties, making for easy access to numerous year-round recreational activities. Miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails are right out your door, including the trails of the Auburn State Recreation Area and Tahoe National Forest. In summer, the nearby South Yuba River State Park has plenty of spots to cool off. Fishing, paddling, boating, hiking, biking, and horseback riding are a few of the activities that are within easy reach from Darkhorse.
Prefer winter sports? Although Darkhorse is below the snowline, it offers quick access to Sierra Nevada ski resorts. In fact, Sugar Bowl, Boreal, and Donner Ski Ranch are an hour away, as are the groomed cross-country trails of Royal Gorge. In addition, the world-class ski resorts of Lake Tahoe are less than 90 minutes away.
Shopping & Dining
Darkhorse is just 20 minutes to the shops and restaurants in North Auburn, and 30 minutes to Roseville, with its many shopping centers and malls. Roseville is also home to hundreds of restaurants, from big-name national brands to local chains and small, family-run spots representing cuisine from every corner of the globe.
North of Darkhorse are the quaint communities of Nevada City and Grass Valley. Both have charming Gold Rush-era downtowns, their historic buildings now housing shops, restaurants, galleries and tasting rooms. Both towns are known for their community events, such as holiday celebrations, street fairs, food festivals, outdoor concerts, and parades.
Wineries & Breweries
If you're a wine lover, great news: Darkhorse is surrounded by vineyards. Dozens of wineries within the Placer and Nevada County wine-growing regions are within 30 minutes of Darkhorse. Prefer beer? Auburn is well-regarded for its craft beer scene, with a half-dozen locally owned breweries turning out award-winning ales and lagers.
Learn More About Darkhorse
Ready to call Darkhorse home? Contact us today for more information and to schedule a tour of available homesites. Call Windermere Real Estate Agent Steve Carpenter at (530) 368-0984 or email scarpenter@WindermereCA.com.