Nestled in the desirable Cascade Shores community, this charming mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and outdoor adventure. Surrounded by beautiful pines, the home features a spacious wraparound deck ideal for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the peaceful forest setting. Inside, the inviting living room is filled with natural light and highlighted by warm wood ceilings and a cozy wood-burning stove set on a beautiful stone hearthcreating the perfect gathering space after a day outdoors. Large windows and a sliding glass door bring the surrounding trees inside while providing easy access to the deck. The comfortable layout includes bright bedrooms and a welcoming atmosphere that makes this home ideal as a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. An additional contiguous parcel conveys with the sale, offering added privacy and flexibility. The second parcel includes a septic system, creating potential for expansion, a guest home, or future development (buyer to verify with county). Located just minutes from Scotts Flat Lake, residents enjoy easy access to boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, fishing, and scenic hiking trails. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a basecamp for year-round outdoor recreation, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Nevada City mountain living.