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Camino offers a quiet rural lifestyle amid mountain orchards
Set in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Camino is a small town that defies the typical postcard image for California living. “We’re in Northern California, so it’s rural. We have mountains and we have snow,” says Realtor Sally Long Johns with Century 21 Select Real Estate, who has been an area resident for nearly 35 years. “Camino is located between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. Locals also call it 'Apple Hill' because of all the orchards, which are popular tourist destinations for a piece of apple pie and a glass of wine.” Those who choose to call Camino home do so for the blend of rural atmosphere with a neighborly existence. For some, particularly those who move from the Bay Area, the weather in the foothills is the main adjustment. “I always tell people that you need all-wheel drive and a snow shovel when you live in Camino,” Johns says.
Mountain roads wind through Camino’s rural landscape.
Vineyards stretch across the foothills near Camino.
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Buyers will find small-town neighborhoods and multi-acre lots
Homes on Camino’s winding mountain roads come in a variety of styles, from A-frame cabins to sprawling ranch-style houses and stately New Traditional builds. While those in the center of town are clustered together in small neighborhoods, rural properties that look out over multiple acres are common as well. “One of the challenges that come with that, especially for Bay Area movers, can be adjusting to a rural lifestyle,” Johns explains. “If you haven’t lived with well and septic before, you really need to understand what that entails before you buy.” Prices can range from $110,000 to almost $870,000, varying based on the number of bedrooms, build year, square footage and acreage.
A-frame cabins offer rustic charm in Camino’s wooded foothills.
Ranch-style homes line quiet streets near Camino’s orchards.
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Orchards, golf resort and Lake Tahoe inform outdoor recreation
Golfers can head to the nearby Apple Mountain Golf Resort, which offers an 18-hole course set in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. “That course is challenging because it is very mountainous, but the views are absolutely stunning,” Johns says. “Between September and December, people come here in droves to go to the orchards and breweries, or to sit outside and listen to live music, or to pick pumpkins and apples.” Camino is also just about an hour away from Lake Tahoe, a year-round destination for hiking, swimming and fishing in the summer or skiing in the winter.
Apple Mountain Golf Resort sits among forested foothills in Camino.
Golfers enjoy scenic views at Apple Mountain Golf Resort in Camino.
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Area school districts have charter options
Area students are zoned to attend Camino Elementary School, which earns a B and serves children from kindergarten through grade 8. Camino Elementary is the only school in this district; however, families can enroll their children in Camino Polytechnic, a science-focused charter school that offers homeschool and hybrid homeschooling programs. Students attend high school in the A-rated El Dorado Union High School District, which offers limited open enrollment opportunities based on capacity. When applications exceed available space, admission is determined by lottery. El Dorado High scores a B-plus, and Pacific Crest Academy receives an A. Pacific Crest operates as an early college charter school on a hybrid-remote model.
Camino Elementary School serves K-8 students in El Dorado County.
El Dorado High School in Placerville offers college prep and extracurricular programs.
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Most shopping is in nearby Placerville
Residents can head to Safeway in Pollock Pines or to Grocery Outlet and Save Mart in nearby Placerville when stocking up their refrigerators. The closest Target, also in Placerville, is about 11 miles west. The Forester Pub and Grill is the only restaurant in town. Weekend trips to the Morton Family Cellars winery and the Hidden Star Camino Bakery and Taproom are popular with visitors. Other casual stops include Jack Russell Farm Brewery and Grandpa’s Cellar, a gift shop and bakery.
Hidden Star serves cider and baked goods in Camino.
Target in Placerville is about 11 miles from Camino.
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Highway 50 is the main commuter lane of Camino
U.S. Highway 50 is the main thoroughfare of Camino, connecting area homes west 50 miles to Sacramento and nearly 60 miles east to Lake Tahoe. The Number 60 bus line also runs along Carson Road, making the trip to Placerville in around 15 minutes.
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On average, homes in Camino, CA sell after 81 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Camino, CA over the last 12 months is $509,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Looking for the perfect spot to build your dream home in a tranquil, picturesque setting? This beautiful parcel, nestled in the charming Gold Strike subdivision on Red Dog Road in Camino, offers the best of both worlds: peace and privacy with easy access to all the best local amenities! Located just minutes from the famous Apple Hill area, you'll be able to enjoy fresh apple orchards, local
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Welcome to the beautiful 10-acre Pinot Grande Vineyard, California's highest elevation Pinot Noir vineyard established by legendary California wine pioneer Greg Boeger. Pinot Grande is situated on a knoll top at 2,900' elevation in the heart of the region made famous by the Apple Hill Growers. The vineyard has a soil type that is a unique combination of volcanic soil and decomposed granite. The
Incredible potential for this home in the pines! Bring your muscle and creativity to make it your own compound. Home is 4 bedrooms 2 bath with extra large laundry room that could also serve as an office and great extra space as a pantry off the kitchen. Large country kitchen with dining area and could be opened up to include the living area for the ultimate great room layout. The garage has 2
TWO HOMES on ONE BIG LOT! Live in one and rent out the other one to help with your mortgage payments! Located in the Delightful Town of Camino, close to Apple Hill and Lake Tahoe, the Charming Main Home is approximately 1158 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, plus Artist Room/Office, Entry Room, Laundry Room and Cozy Living/Dining area featuring newer mini-split system and a Propane
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Welcome to this beautiful 10-acre property in the heart of the Camino-Fruitridge area made famous by the Apple Hill Growers. The property is located on one of the area's main agritourism thoroughfares- North Canyon Road-and has potential as an Apple Hill-type small farm retail business, Christmas tree farm, and is well laid out for a small, manageable, lifestyle winery/tasting room operation.
1000 sf 2 bed 2 bath cottage on quiet private setting near main street Camino; newer flooring, paint and appliances; washer dryer hookups; newer hvac and water heater units; decent sized yard area. Tenant pays water, garbage and electric. Call Select Property Management El Dorado Hills office for more information or to schedule a time to view.
Welcome to this charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage nestled in the heart of Camino, home of Apple Hill! This gem boasts an upgraded kitchen, laminate flooring and a large backyard. The apartment is equipped with ceiling fans, a wall heater and a refrigerator. Owner will consider small pets with approval however, please be aware that the backyard is not fenced in. Tenant would be
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