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Sierra Sanctuary | Mountain Views with Club and Golf Access!

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TV, fireplace
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Truckee River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ponderosa Golf Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Truckee

When you stay at this vacation home in Truckee, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Donner Lake and Northstar California Resort. .This vacation home is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Palisades Tahoe and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tahoe National Forest.

What's nearby

  • Truckee River - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Ponderosa Golf Course - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Commercial Row - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Donner Lake - 17 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 18 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 9 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wagon Train Coffee Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger Me - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sawyer - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - ‬9 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.

Sierra Sanctuary | Mountain Views with Club and Golf Access!

Sierra Sanctuary | Refined Mountain Luxury in Schaffer’s Mill

Discover the perfect blend of modern mountain elegance and resort-style living at **Sierra Sanctuary**, a beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 4-bath retreat nestled within the private, gated community of Schaffer’s Mill. Designed for unforgettable gatherings, this luxury home comfortably accommodates up to **10 guests** and offers stunning golf course and mountain vistas in every season.

Thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and connection, the open-concept great room features soaring ceilings, expansive windows, a grand stone fireplace, and sophisticated alpine-inspired interiors. The chef’s kitchen is outfitted with premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous prep space, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and spacious outdoor patio—creating the ideal setting for everything from family dinners to après-ski evenings by the fire.

Step outside to enjoy the private outdoor living space complete with comfortable lounge seating, a built-in fire pit, and BBQ grill, where you can take in vibrant mountain sunsets and peaceful Sierra mornings.

**Home Highlights

* Gourmet chef’s kitchen with premium appliances and fully stocked cookware
* Dining table seating for 8, plus island seating for 4
* Expansive outdoor patio with fire pit, lounge seating, and BBQ grill
* Two inviting gas fireplaces
* Luxury bed and bath linens with premium bath amenities
* Full-size washer, dryer, and complimentary laundry supplies
* High-speed Wi-Fi and dedicated workspace
* Attached two-car garage
* Central fan system (home is not equipped with traditional air conditioning)

**Sleeping Arrangements

**Primary King Suite – Entry Level**
Spacious retreat featuring a king bed and spa-inspired ensuite bath.

**Guest Suite – Upper Level**
Queen bedroom with private ensuite bath.

**Guest Bedroom – Upper Level**
Queen bedroom with adjacent full bath.

**Bunk Suite – Entry Level**
Twin-over-full bunk with pull-out trundle and private ensuite bath—perfect for children or additional guests.

**Exclusive Schaffer’s Mill Amenities

As a guest of Schaffer’s Mill Exclusive Accommodations, you’ll enjoy access to the community’s exceptional resort amenities, including:

* Resort-style swimming pool, family hot tub, and sauna
* State-of-the-art fitness center and locker rooms
* Tennis and pickleball courts
* Basketball court and seasonal children’s playground
* Seasonal Adventure Camp programs
* Preferred golf access (up to 6 rounds per stay, $225 per round)
* Dining at The Sawyer Restaurant
* 15–20% savings at the Golf Shop
* Spa on the Rocks, featuring adults-only hot tubs and spa services
* Concierge services to help plan your Tahoe experience

**The Tahoe Experience

Perfectly situated in the heart of Schaffer’s Mill, Sierra Sanctuary offers a tranquil setting just minutes from North Lake Tahoe’s world-class skiing, hiking, golf, dining, and outdoor adventure. Whether you’re gathering around the fire after a day on the slopes or enjoying a summer evening overlooking the fairways, this exceptional mountain retreat provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable Tahoe escape.

**Maximum Overnight Occupancy: 10 Guests
**Maximum Daytime Occupancy: 15 Guests
**Maximum Vehicles: 4

**Placer County STR Permit: STR22-7115
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 2,100 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 10:30 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 not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 STR22-7115

Property is also known as

Spacious Mountain Townhome Schaffer's Mill Truckee
Spacious Mountain Townhome Schaffer's Mill
cious Mountain Townhome Schaf
Spacious Mountain Townhome in Schaffer's Mill
3177-275490

Sierra Sanctuary | Mountain Views with Club and Golf Access! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin Near Northstar

Stayed here for 2 nights with another family and had a really great time. Location is perfect if you want to ski at Northstar. The Sawyer restaurant within the gates of Schaffer's Mill was a real surprise, we loved the food there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabiana L.

Impecable and spacious

Loved our stay, the community and we look forward to returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and good floor plan

Layout was perfect for our family. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

Very spacious, super clean beautiful home in a beautiful neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Had a fantastic time in every way!

One note: went to use the jets in the master tub and it shot out green goo.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017