$175,000
PENDING

38 Sayles Flat Twin Bridges, CA 95735

Estimated payment $1,128/month

Total Views 13,483
3 Beds
1 Bath
630 Sq Ft
$278 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • River View
  • Secluded Lot
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

About This Home

Escape to Your Private Mountain Sanctuary - Tahoe-esque US Forest Service Summer Cabin awaits your family. Imagine waking up to the soothing rush of the American River below, with sweeping vistas of the majestic Desolation Wilderness, Pyramid Peak, and the cascading beauty of Horsetail Falls stretching across the canyon. This rare summer cabin offers unparalleled privacy and serenity in one of California's most breathtaking alpine settings. Nestled amid lush greenery and framed by towering Aspen trees whose leaves dance and flicker in the mountain breeze, the cabin feels like a world apart. Step out onto the back patio, off the kitchen opens directly onto this magical space, perfect for morning coffee while listening to the water and watching wildlife. Inside, the warm and inviting living room features a huge open fireplace for cozy evenings and a dramatic picture window that frames forever views of the canyon and wilderness beyond. Two cozy bedrooms and a full bath provide comfortable living, while an additional bedroom at the top of the stairs and abundant attic storage offer flexibility for guests, hobbies, or seasonal treasures. Out front, the expansive decking is ideally positioned for spectacular sunsets that paint the sky in fiery hues over the mountains your front-row seat to nature's Dark Skies stars and planet show. This is more than a cabin. It's a legacy retreat where memories are made; hiking, stargazing, unwinding by the fire, and reconnecting with the wild beauty of the Sierra Nevada. A true summer haven in a private, one-of-a-kind location. Don't miss this rare opportunity to lease a piece of the American River Canyon. Contact your Realtor today for more details and to schedule a private viewing of this extraordinary US Forest Service Summer Cabin. Paradise awaits.

Listing Agent

Carol Butler

American River Canyon Realtors License #01104470 Listed on: 06/26/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 14,810 Sq Ft Lot
  • River Front
  • Secluded Lot

Property Views

  • River
  • Woods
  • Canyon
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Raised Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 630 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Separate Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • No Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • 220 Volts
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 920-001-163-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Levels: Two
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator, Electric Cook Top, Electric Water Heater, Free Standing Electric Oven
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Window
  • Dining Room Features: Space in Kitchen, Dining/Living Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Other Counter
  • Living Room Features: Deck Attached, View
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 277.78
  • Square Footage: 630.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Frontage Type: River
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Listing Price: 175000.00
  • Lot Features: Secluded, Stream Year Round, Low Maintenance
  • New Construction: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck, Uncovered Patio
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa: No
  • Topography: Snow Line Above,Trees Many,Rock Outcropping,Snow Line Above,Trees Many,Rock Outcropping
  • View Description: Canyon, River, Woods, Mountains

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Garage, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Utilities: Electric
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Water Source: Other

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Lake Tahoe Unified

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RES
  • Irrigation: Spring(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3400
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14810.00

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 920-001-163-000
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): El Dorado

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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/22/2026 07/22/26 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2026 06/26/26 For Sale $175,000 -- $278 / Sq Ft
Source: MetroList

About the Listing Agent

Carol Butler
Carol Butler

American River Canyon Realtors

(530) 803-5295

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Carol knew that real estate was in her blood at an early age. In her early twenties, she began playing with her own personal game of Monopoly – ahead of the rest, she was flipping real estate before it was made popular by HGTV shows. She learned to recognize what would be profitable, what could be problematic and would work to resolve, and has since honed her natural skills as a real estate entrepreneur. Her experience and the knowledge that was gained lead her to the beginning of her

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MLS Number: 226082023

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California El Dorado County Twin Bridges 95721

38 Sayles Flat, Twin Bridges, CA

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