Top Spots to Shop in Truckee-Tahoe
Throughout Truckee-Tahoe, shopping for the holidays seems like it is right out of a picture postcard … from north to south and east to west, our mountain town captures the essence of the holidays with twinkling lights, snow-flocked streetlights and holiday décor on every door. We have put together our top places to shop in Truckee this holiday season.
With the shopping season underway, we found some super special gifts and stocking stuffers that will warm the hearts and souls of friends and family alike. Homemade soap and suds for those who love the tub? Cozy outdoor clothing for the kids? A Tahoe treasure for Mom and Dad? Or something big and bold for those boys on your list? How about new skis or a snowboard with a cool ski jacket under the tree? Read on to see what Santa’s helpers have found around Town.
While you are making a list and checking it twice, if a new mountain home is at the top of your wish list this year, our family at Elder Group Tahoe Real Estate is here to find your retreat for this holiday, and for years to come. Contact Alison today and be sure to view our Featured Listings that are some of the best values on the market today. Best wishes to you and your family for a fun, memorable holiday season from the Elders!
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Gifts to Make Them Feel Warm and Fuzzy Inside and Out
Shop in Truckee
Inspired by the mountains in which they live, our local artists and businesses have created a culture rich in innovation, vibrant in presentation and naturally created and sourced to ensure your selection is only one of the finest to be found.
From the charming boutique shops that line the streets of Historic Downtown Truckee to our mountain resort villages and shops along Lake Tahoe’s shoreline, you can shop ‘til you drop this holiday season. Here is our list of top spots to shop in Truckee-Tahoe this year.
Highlights from Shops In Truckee-Tahoe
Treehouse Children’s Clothing & Gifts
Wondering what to give a child this year? Take your kids shopping with you as it’s a wonderland of adventure for kids of all ages.
Carmel Gallery
California-based photographers Elizabeth and Olof specialize in expressive fine art prints of the natural world that combine dramatic photography, vivid colors, and artistic touches.
Riverside Studios
This cooperative venture of local artists began in 2002 as a working artist’s studio and has grown into a thriving business in the heart of historical downtown Truckee. This is one of our favorite places to shop in Truckee.
Highlights from Northstar California
During the holidays, the Village at Northstar is a magical mountain village that offers a selection of fine shops and friendly spots to take care of your gift list this year. Grab yourself a Latte and stroll through all the options all in one spot!
Mountain Gear
For the riders and skiers on your list, stop in all the sport shops on the block! It’s the best of all worlds from Patagonia, The North Face, Oakley Burton and True North.
Big Truck
Or for something really personal, settle into BigTruck to make your own custom-designed hats to wrap up and place under the tree this year.
Highlights From The Village at Olympic Valley
(Photo courtesy of Palisades Tahoe)
Located at the base of Palisades Tahoe is one of the most charming villages in the Sierra. Throughout its 17 boutiques you will be entertained and enlightened by all that is there to see, shop and do. Here are two of our favorites.
Gallery Keoki
Owner Keoki Flagg is a world-renowned, award-winning adventurous fine art photographer who offers an impressive collection of his works and offers commission options as well.
Spruced Gift & Home
Just one step into this quaint and cozy shop will show you that you have found the perfect spot to shop for stoneware for your sister, cozy throw or a thoughtful hostess gift!
Highlights from Tahoe City, CA
The Cobblestone Center
Located just across from the beach, the Center is home to some of the area’s most established businesses. See two of our favorites, then visit The Cobblestone Center website for a complete list of options.
Looking for something cozy and soapy for the bath lover on your list? Step into Lather and Fizz. Check out the Dynamite Holiday Gift Set, Fizz Away Bath Bomb Gift Set and Home for the Holidays offerings.
Ruffles and Ruffnecks is one of our favorite shops to find a beautifully created collection of children’s clothing, gifts, toys – and gifts for Moms, too.
No matter what you seek or where you go, we appreciate your efforts to Shop Local this season and throughout the years to come.
Happy holidays!
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