Lake Tahoe Luxury Real Estate — Trinkie Watson, Chase International (Award-Winning Broker)

Joy. Health. Success

Trinkie Watson

About Me

Trinkie Watson is an award-winning Tahoe lakefront broker recognized in the RealTrends top 1% in 2025 and top 1.5% in 2026. For more than 40 years, she has been a leader in sales throughout the Tahoe region, earning the respect of both clients and colleagues across California and Nevada. Highly regarded in the Bay Area, 90% of her business comes from referrals and repeat clients, a testament to her integrity and results.

A San Francisco native and descendant of the John Breuner family, Trinkie’s roots extend back four generations. After establishing her real estate career at Lake Tahoe, she became the original Broker for Stillwater Cove in Crystal Bay, Nevada, in 1980, setting a standard for luxury representation in the area. Her proven expertise and innovative marketing have led to the sale of over 100 lakefront properties, along with numerous Sierra Valley ranches, mountain cabins, and legacy luxury estates.

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Proven Success

100+
Lakefront
Transactions
Extensive experience
buyers and sellers
Over40
Years of Local
Expertise
Trusted insight
lake and mountain properties
90%
Referral
& Repeat Clients
Strong relationships
and results
Top1%
RealTrends
2025
Top 1.5%
in 2026
Community and
Business Leadership
Elected positions
philanthropically involved

Videos Lake Tahoe Living

Buying a home can be an exciting and emotional experience. As a local expert, you can rely on me to guide you through the process so you can feel comfortable and confident each step of the way.

Selling a home can be an exciting and emotional experience. As a local expert, you can rely on me to guide you through the process so you can feel comfortable and confident each step of the way.

Buying a home can be an exciting and emotional experience. As a local expert, you can rely on me to guide you through the process so you can feel comfortable and confident each step of the way.

Concierge

Discover Lake Tahoe living with personalized concierge service designed to make your real estate journey effortless. From curated property tours to trusted local connections, we handle every detail so you can focus on finding your perfect home.

What Our Clients Say

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Trinkie was wonderful throughout; she knows the business like few others and has the patience and wisdom to understand the process and never get rattled. I'd always want her on my side. She is also a core part of the community; a good neighbor and friend. And our sale was completed happily and successfully! Thanks, Trinkie

-Robert F, Seller

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Community Involvement

Trinkie is dedicated to serving her community by contributing donations throughout the year to various philanthropic organizations.
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