The Mathewson River Estate, named after the late gaming executive and philanthropist Charles “Chuck” Mathewson, sits perched along the banks of the Truckee River. Mathewson passed away in 2021 at the age of 93. He spent over two decades at the helm of International Game Technology (IGT), a gaming machine manufacturer and distributor.
His leadership brought industry-wide technology change to the casino floor and helped transform IGT from a small Northern Nevada manufacturer into a worldwide name. Chuck and his wife, Stacie Mathewson, actively donated to various organizations. They founded the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center and the Mathewson Gateway projects at the University of Reno.
She founded the Stacie Mathewson Behavioral Health &Addiction Institute at Renown Health in Reno. “Chuck was good at being on boards and investing,” said Stacie Mathewson. “He had that mindset,and it was natural for him.
” Two and a half years after his passing, his widow listed the estate for $12.9 million through Ann Mudd and Shari Chase of Chase International Luxury Real Estate. “It’s just me, and the home feels too big,” Mathewson said.
“I’m ready to downsize and get into something more fitting for my lifestyle.” The 8,279-square-foot single-story, one-of-a-kind property features five en suite bedrooms, including a private primary suite, casita and separate family and guest wings. It also features an executive office with a fireplace, media room, gym, contemporary chef�.