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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82410 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Gondola
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Truckee

With a stay at this vacation home in Truckee (Northstar), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Northstar California Resort and Tahoe National Forest. .This family-friendly vacation home is 20 mi (32.1 km) from Palisades Tahoe and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Donner Lake.

What's nearby

  • Lower Woods - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Village Ice Skating Rink - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Highlands Gondola - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 14 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lodge at Big Springs - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Village at Northstar California™ Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sawyer - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪FiftyFifty Brewing Co. - ‬11 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ponderosa By Tahoe Getaways - Pet Friendly w/ Private Hot Tub, Amenities & Ski Shuttle

Welcome to this beautiful, high-end Northstar vacation home with exquisite wood detail and customized upgrades! This spacious residence has unique features like heated floors in the master bath, two viewing areas with 65 inch smart/Roku TVs, and new, oversized hot tub, offers an open kitchen-living-dining area, vaulted wood beam ceilings, multiple, separated loft spaces, pinewood interior walls, skylights, and soaring windows that bring the outdoors in. Whether you're looking for a cozy retreat for a weekend getaway or an extended ski vacation, this one-of-a-kind property captures the feel and essence of coveted Northstar living.

The main floor welcomes you with a warm and inviting foyer, and opens to reveal a spacious great room featuring expansive cathedral ceilings, formal dining area that seats up to 10, and a kitchen with tons of granite counter space and two separate seating areas to accommodate large groups. The kitchen is well-appointed complete with gas range, open design, and lots of cabinets for storage -- perfect for mingling and entertaining! A full bath with soaking tub, and conveniently located bedroom with Queen bed and Twin bunks, completes the main floor space.

Upstairs, the primary suite encompasses the aesthetic of a luxury lodge, with a King size bed, 50 inch flat screen TV and expansive forest views. The primary suite also features an ensuite bathroom with heated flooring, and walk-in tile shower. The third guest room, situated at the other end of the hallway, boasts a sliding glass door leading out to a private terrace and a nearby ¾ bath. Groups looking for more variety in sleeping arrangements, will appreciate the two loft spaces. Two separate, versatile areas offer a remote work space with pullout Twin sleeper, while a larger loft area provides a second media room for playing video games or movie nights with the kiddos.

• Approx. 2410 Sq Ft
• Door-to-Door Ski Shuttle
• Gas Fireplace
• Gas BBQ (seasonal)
• Versatile loft (studio, kids play, fitness, office are)
• Well-traveled dogs (2 maximum) welcome (fee applies)

ABOUT THE AREA
Discover Northstar California, nestled between Truckee and Kings Beach, North Lake Tahoe's fastest-growing resort. This 3,000-acre mountain paradise offers year-round adventure.

Experience world-class skiing and snowboarding in the winter with 19 lifts and a state-of-the-art snowmaking system. Explore almost 100 trails, enjoy impeccable grooming, and challenge yourself on diverse terrain. In the summer, embrace the thrill of mountain biking in the cutting edge bike park or tee off on the 18-hole championship golf course.

Just steps from your door, the vibrant Northstar Village awaits. Indulge in world-class dining, browse unique shops, enjoy ice skating, and experience the excitement of village events.

Convenience is key with our complimentary door-to-door ski shuttle, effortlessly connecting you to the slopes and eliminating the hassle of parking.

A short 25-minute drive to charming Downtown Truckee and just 10 minutes to the stunning North Shore of Lake Tahoe, Northstar offers a truly unforgettable Tahoe getaway in every season.

For the modern family seeking a mountain escape, Northstar California Resort combines California cool with high-end luxury and unparalleled convenience.

Included with your rental is a guest card providing access to the Northstar Property Owners Association amenities - Additional fees apply.

NPOA AMENITIES INCLUDE:
• Door to door shuttle service (no charge)
• Rec center with work-out facility
• Junior Olympic size (6 lanes) chlorine pool with shallow and deep ends (summer only)
• Heated Lap Pool open year-round
• Covered Shaped outdoor Adult Spa
• 26' diameter outdoor Family Spa
• 10' x 15' outdoor Adult Spa (families okay when Family Spa closed)
• Gated Kiddie Wading Pool for children up to 5 years old (summer only)
• Splash Pad zero depth water play area (summer only)
• Tennis Courts (Summer Only) - Certified instructors teach an array of classes and clinics for all ages.
• Game Room - air-hockey, foosball, ping pong, video games, pool tables, TV room

POLICIES & DISCLOSURES:
1. Maximum Day Time & Night Time Occupancy is 8, excluding children under twelve (12) years of age.
2. Parking for 4 vehicles. Street parking is prohibited year-round.
3. ​​​​​​​The use of ANY outdoor firepit or outdoor fireplaces is strictly prohibited at all our rental properties. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping to keep our community safe from wildfires.

Placer County STR Permit Number STR22-7644
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a hot tub and a fitness center. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,410 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR22-7644

Property is also known as

578600

Ponderosa By Tahoe Getaways - Pet Friendly w/ Private Hot Tub, Amenities & Ski Shuttle Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Toni W., Novato, California USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointing communication with property manager/owner; terrible Placer County/Northstar parking

One of the main reasons we selected this home was bc of the hot tub; but while driving up to the cabin we received an email stating the hot tub was not working. We called the property manager Tahoe Getaway who initially said the part wouldn't arrive until after our 7 day stay. At this point it would seem reasonable to extend some credit, but there was no offer. We called, expressed our disappointment. A handyman came on Tuesday, no change. If a vendor came as promised on Thursday, no change. Very disappointed not to receive compensation for the hot tub not available for use. Evening #2, we had friends over for dinner. They parked their two cars along the street at the bottom of the driveway. Less than 90 minutes later, we received a knock on our door where two parking police from Placer County informed us of a ticket for $1,500 (two $750 tickets, one for each vehicle), claiming we were in violation of the HOA rules. According to the police, prior to issuing a citation, the owner or their agent are supposed to afford the guests 60 minutes to move their cars (which any sane person would do), but we never received a call, text or email telling us to move the cars..just the ticket. That night, Tahoe Getaways charged my credit card for the $1,500. We are actively challenging this charge with our bank. Regardless of our active dispute of fraudulent charge by Tahoe Getaways, we still expect a refund of some sort for the broken hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Neighbors are a pain

House was nice. Location was great. One of the neighbors (a permanent resident) complained constantly about noise - not just from our house but also other houses up and down the street. We weren't making THAT much noise. In fact, when I walked up the street to see how much noise there was, I was suprised at how little the was. They even called the police!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Sidney H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house BUT....Last time I'll rent via a Management Company!

This is a very nice house, however, the resident neighbors do not like the short term rentals. On one occasion, one of our cars was left next to the driveway while we had loaded our bikes and gone riding for the morning. There was one car in the driveway. Within minutes, neighbors had called the county requesting car to be towed. Car was not blocking anything and was off the street. According to Tahoe Getaways. Residents can park as many cars as they like anywhere, but "short term rentals" were not allowed to park anywhere but in the driveway. After 3 voicemails, numerous emails, and texts, threatening me with a $1500 fine plus towing fees, we shortened our plans and raced back to the house to move the car. The next day, we had a visitor come over to the house for dinner. He parked his car in front of the driveway in the street. As we sat down for dinner the calls started coming in. $1500 fine on the way unless that car is moved immediately. I explained that my friend was visiting for an hour or two and we were having dinner. No excuse! Get it out of there. Many other cars were parked in the street but that was ok because they belonged to the homeowners. Most ridiculous rules I've ever heard of. SECONDLY, Tahoe Getaways seem nice but they will nickel and dime you to death! Want to check in an hour early - $75 Don't take all the trash out - $50 Don't clean the BBQ - $50 (no brush to clean it) Leave something behind by mistake - $50 to look for it (whether they find it or not)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in Summer Months

Big property on very quiet street. Lots of places to sleep and space relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023