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Property Description
The Juniper Cabin: A Wild Invitation to See The World DifferentlyConsider this your invitation to a different kind of life.Set high in the Sierra, the Juniper Cabin is an exceptional Forest Service cabin overlooking Caples Lake, with sweeping 360-degree views of the surrounding forest and Kirkwood Resort. French doors open onto the deck and front porch, creating an effortless connection between the cabin and the landscape beyond.There is something beautifully uncomplicated about life here. Power comes from a generator, and propane powers the lights, refrigerator, stove, and water heater.A thoughtfully situated composting outhouse serves the cabin. Beyond that, the essentials are simple: mountains, water, fresh air, and time. This is off-grid living at its most rewarding, where the landscape becomes the amenity.From the cabin, the High Sierra unfolds in every direction. Spend summer days fishing and recreating on Caples Lake, or venture into the surrounding wilderness to discover some of the region's most spectacular wildflowers, including the trails toward Lake Winnemucca and Schneider Cow Camp. Enjoy dinner at Caples Lake Resort or Sorensen's, take to the road on the same legendary routes as the Death Ride, or simply return to the porch with a book and nowhere else to be.Because sometimes the greatest luxury is space. Space to wander. Space to be still. Space to notice what is right in front of you.The Juniper Cabin offers a rare opportunity to step away from the ordinary and into a life shaped by the seasons, the mountains, and the extraordinary beauty of the High Sierra.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7 Caples Lake #7
General
- Price: $495,000
- HOA FEE: $212/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: South_Tahoe_MLS
- MLS ID: 143500
- Updated: 10/7/2026
- Added to Site: 22 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Freestanding, Wood
- Counters: Metal
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Gas Range
- Laundry: None
- Other Room 1: Loft, Family Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Other/See Remarks
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Description: None
Location
- Area: Kirkwood
- County: Alpine
- Subdivision: Caples Lake
- Cross Streets: Schneider Cow Camp
- Driving Directions: From Highway 88, turn North into the Caples Lake Maintenance Station. Keep left to the southwest corner of the maintenance station yard. There is a dirt road; turn left and follow that road to the end. The parking at the end of the road belongs to this cabin and is not shared.
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Water
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Propane, Wood, Fireplace
- Water Heater: Propane
Utilities
- Utility Description: Propane, Private Well, Telephone, Underground Utility
Structural Information
- Construction: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete/Crawl Space
- Roof: Pitched, Metal
- Windows: Double Pane, Wood Frame
- Windows/Doors: Double Pane, Wood Frame
- Square Feet: 547
- Year Built: 1950
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains, Lake, Forest, Ski Resort
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Grounds/Landscape: Natural
- Zoning: Other/See Remarks
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $904.94
- Association Fee: $2,538
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
Disclosures and Reports
- CC&Rs: Yes
- APN: APN NOT FOUND
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Price & Sales History for 7 Caples Lake #7
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/07/2026
Price Reduced
$495,000
-4.81%
MLS
9/17/2026
Listed
$520,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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7 Caples Lake #7, Kirkwood, CA 95646 (MLS# 143500) is a Single Family property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 7 Caples Lake #7 is currently listed for $495,000 and was received on September 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 7 Caples Lake #7? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Kirkwood? You can browse all Kirkwood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

