2538 Cartwright Rd, Reno, NV 89521

Live the ultimate Northern Nevada lifestyle in this stunning Virginia City Highlands retreat, complete with adjacent parcel (#003-032-01) totaling 4.1 acres, included with power already in place for future build options. Set on a paved street, this property offers privacy, sweeping views, room for horses and a peaceful setting surrounded by wildlife—yet just 20 minutes from South Reno shopping and restaurants, and 15 minutes from historic Virginia City. Built with insulated concrete forms (ICF), this high-performance home is energy-efficient, durable, and fire-resistant. The interior showcases tall ceilings, an open great room with pellet stove, LVP flooring, expansive windows capturing stunning views, and a beautiful alder wood staircase. The kitchen features a concrete island with prep sink and built-in microwave, KitchenAid appliances, farmhouse sink, walk-in pantry with additional refrigerator, and soft-close cabinetry with pull-outs including a spice drawer. Enter through the double doors into the main-level primary suite which includes an electric fireplace, cedar-lined closet with built-ins, and access to a hidden walk-in safe room. The spa-inspired bathroom offers dual vanities, LED mirrors, a smart walk-in shower with pebble floor and tile surround, plus a Toto toilet with bidet. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms and an office/den that could easily convert to a fourth bedroom, along with generous drop-down attic storage. Additional highlights include a large laundry room with sink and cabinetry, LED lighting throughout, lifetime warranty Milgard windows, ceiling fans in every room, and mini-split HVAC systems in each room. The finished garage includes crawl space storage above the entire garage, on demand hot water heater and water filtration system. The property is fully equipped for a rural lifestyle with RV parking (two spots with full hookups), room for horses and toys, a 12x20 insulated workshop with heat, water, and sewer, generator hookup for main home with transfer switch, greenhouse with irrigation timer, and a spacious patio stubbed for firepit and BBQ. A rare opportunity, this stunning home and property must be seen to be fully appreciated.