Martis Camp operates a staffed gatehouse providing 24-hour access control for all 671 homesites. This baseline security infrastructure is funded through the quarterly HOA assessment and is included for all homeowners at no additional charge. Beyond the gatehouse, the HOA offers four optional security service tiers — alarm monitoring, package delivery, house watch, and a bundle combining watch and alarm — with pricing that varies by property classification. This article documents the full fee schedule from the primary-source Fact Sheet and explains what each tier covers.
Cabin vs. Estate: The Classification That Drives Pricing
Martis Camp's security service pricing is tiered by property classification, not by square footage alone. A Cabin is defined as any home ≤3,499 square feet with no additional guest house. An Estate is defined as any home ≥3,500 square feet and/or any parcel with two buildings to be inspected. The classification matters because House Watch pricing reflects the time required to inspect the property. An estate with a main house and a guest house requires two separate inspection circuits, which is reflected in the higher estate pricing.
Alarm Monitoring and Response: $50/Month
Alarm Monitoring and Response is $50/month for all property types — $600/year — regardless of cabin or estate classification. This service connects the property's alarm system to the HOA's monitoring infrastructure and provides a staffed response from the gatehouse security team in the event of an alarm trigger. An optional Package Delivery Add-On is available for $10/month, providing secure package receipt and storage at the gatehouse for owners who are not in residence.
House Watch Only: $75/Month (Cabin) and $100/Month (Estate)
House Watch Only provides periodic interior and exterior inspections of the property during owner absence. The inspection protocol includes exterior walkaround, interior check for water intrusion, HVAC function, and security, and a written log entry for each visit. House Watch is $75/month for cabins ($900/year) and $100/month for estates ($1,200/year). The $25/month differential reflects the additional time required to inspect a larger property or a two-building parcel.
The Bundle: House Watch + Alarm at $110/$135 Per Month
The Bundle combines House Watch and Alarm Monitoring at a modest discount relative to purchasing both services separately. For cabins: $110/month ($1,320/year) versus $125/month if purchased separately. For estates: $135/month ($1,620/year) versus $150/month if purchased separately. The bundle saves cabin owners $15/month and estate owners $15/month relative to the unbundled rate. The $1,620/year estate bundle cost is the figure most commonly cited in annual carrying cost analyses for Martis Camp estate owners.
What the Gatehouse Covers at No Additional Charge
The baseline gatehouse service — 24-hour staffed access control, visitor management, and emergency response coordination — is funded through the quarterly HOA assessment and carries no additional charge. All 671 homesites benefit from gatehouse access control regardless of whether they subscribe to any optional security service tier. The gatehouse also coordinates with Placer County Sheriff and Truckee Fire for emergency response, maintains visitor logs, and manages contractor access during construction and remodel projects.
This article is published for research and informational purposes only. All security service figures are sourced from the Martis Camp Community Association Fact Sheet (Rev. 1-18-2022). This portal is not affiliated with Martis Camp Community Association or any licensed brokerage. Verify current service rates with the HOA before subscribing.