Nestled on 51.85 lush acres with coveted water rights, this one-of- a-kind legacy property blends natural beauty, craftsmanship, and comfort into a peaceful mountain haven. Aptly named Origin, this magical year-round retreat is located at the very headwaters—the origin—of Northern California’s pristine North Fork of the Yuba River. At the heart of the estate is a spacious three bedroom, two bath main residence, complemented by two charming one-bedroom guest cabins and a one-room sleeping cabin perfect for hosting friends, extended family, and guests. The land is graced by spring-fed creeks that flow into a half-acre pond lovingly named “Delaney’s Trout Fishing Lake” by the previous owners in the 1950s. The primary suite is a serene escape with a sleeping loft, redwood detailing, cedar-lined closets, and built-in drawers built by yacht craftsmen. Additional rooms include a guest room/study with built-in bookshelves and clerestory windows, and a family/guest room with loft for flexible living. Indulge in spa-style comfort with your own private wellness wing featuring a teak hot tub, indoor pool, cedar sauna, massage area, and oversized (steam-ready) shower. The pool room spills out to a sunny deck overlooking the meadow and pond. This is where morning coffee turns into sunrise meditation and sunset dinners become unforgettable memories. Additional features include central vacuum system, wine storage, laundry, two hot water tanks, radiant heat floors, two large generators, and custom window coverings. Located along scenic Highway 49 in the heart of the Lost Sierra—a region known for its undiscovered charm—this property sits just minutes from the Lakes Basin Recreation Area. Enjoy crystal-clear lakes perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing, along with unspoiled hiking and biking trails, all set against the backdrop of the Sierra Buttes. Whether you’re seeking a private retreat, family compound, or a lifestyle rooted in nature, Origin offers an unparalleled blend of seclusion, recreation, and accessibility—just 45 minutes from Truckee, 20 minutes from Sierra City, and 60 minutes from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Come experience where the river begins—and life slows down.
For sale
$2,248,000
40600 State Highway 49, Sattley, CA 96124
5beds
2,693sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1980
51.85 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$835/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sleeping cabinIndoor poolHalf-acre pondSerene escapeCedar saunaBuilt-in bookshelvesSpring-fed creeks
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 11, 2025 at 01:13pm
Listed by:
Barbara Hartley 530-587-3505,
SIERRA SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL,
Brit Crezee 530-412-1477,
SIERRA SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL
Source: Plumas AOR,MLS#: 20250758

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Loft, Workshop, Utility Room, Recreation/Playroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Basement
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall
Heating
- Wood Stove, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range Oven, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s), Some Window Treatments, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Partial,Concrete
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,693
- Total interior livable area: 2,693 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Gravel, No Garage
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 3
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Landscaped Full
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
- Waterfront features: Water, Pond, Stream/Creek
Lot
- Size: 51.85 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Landscape Front
- Topography: Rolling
- Residential vegetation: Trees: Mixed
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 013020005
- Zoning: TPZ
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Propane, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sattley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $835/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $405,326
- Annual tax amount: $5,144
- Date on market: 6/26/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right
- Inclusions: Some Furnishings Will Remain
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
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