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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms2742 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Ponderosa Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Truckee

With a stay at this vacation home in Truckee, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 15-minute drive of Donner Lake and Tahoe National Forest. .This golf vacation home is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Northstar California Resort and 16 mi (25.8 km) from Palisades Tahoe.

What's nearby

  • Ponderosa Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Donner Lake - 9 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Sugar Bowl - 19 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 19 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 11 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wagon Train Coffee Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar of America - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Craft & Logic Taproom - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Sawyer - ‬8 min walk

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.

Luxury Winter Lodge | Pet-Friendly, Fireplace, Desk & 9 Mins to Northstar

🏔️ Stellar’s Nest at Schaffer’s Mill | 4BR | 3.5BA | Northstar Views | Luxury Mountain Getaway

Welcome to Stellar’s Nest, a stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom mountain retreat in the exclusive Schaffer’s Mill community in Truckee, CA. Just minutes from Northstar California Resort, this luxurious home offers modern elegance, expansive living space, and sweeping views of the ski slopes and Tahoe National Forest. Whether you're planning a family ski trip, summer adventure, or a relaxing long weekend, this upscale home has everything you need to make your stay unforgettable.

We care for Tahoe as much as we care for our guests! With every stay, Tahoe Signature Properties plants a tree and provides eco-friendly supplies to help preserve our beautiful mountain environment. 🌲🌲🌲

🏡 The Space

• 🛋️ Open-concept living area with vaulted ceilings, natural light, and a sleek stone fireplace;
• 🍷 Designer kitchen with high-end appliances, huge island, and seating for six;
• 🍽️ Elegant dining area with table for eight—perfect for meals and gatherings;
• 🛏️ Main-level primary suite featuring a plush king bed and spa-inspired ensuite;
• 🌲 Forest-view patio with lounge seating, BBQ grill, and cozy firepit for stargazing;

🛌 Upper Level Comforts

• 🛏️ Second primary suite with private balcony and stunning Northstar slope views;
• 🛏️ Guest bedroom with a comfortable king bed and modern furnishings;
• 🛏️ Bunk room with double beds—ideal for kids or extra guests;
• 🚿 Two full bathrooms with high-end finishes and walk-in showers;

🌄 Outdoor Living

• 🔥 Stone firepit with Adirondack chairs—perfect for evenings under the stars;
• 🍔 Outdoor dining area with BBQ for year-round gatherings;
• 🌞 Front and back porches offering peaceful forest and mountain views;

🏔️ Location and Amenities

• 🏌️‍♂️ Located in Schaffer’s Mill—Truckee’s premier golf and ski community;
• 🎿 Minutes to Northstar California Resort for skiing, hiking, and biking;
• 🚲 Easy access to scenic trails, Truckee’s downtown shops, and fine dining;
• 🌅 Enjoy year-round adventure—from summer paddleboarding to winter slopes;
• 🍽️ Access to two Schaffer’s Mill signature experiences: Golf Course (with advance request) and dining at The Sawyer Restaurant;

✅ Good to Know

•Maximum Occupancy: 10;
•Parking: 3 cars allowed. There are 2 parking spaces in the garage and extra parking in the driveway;
•Maximum 2 pets allowed and $100/pet fee must be paid before check-in;
•Outdoor furniture and grills may not be available November–May;
•Winter travel requires snow tires and 4WD/AWD, or chains;
•Quiet hours are enforced from 9 PM to 7 AM per Placer county regulations;
•Full Terms and Conditions supplied upon booking and completion of signatures on the Booking Confirmation
•Rental Agreement contract required for booking to be confirmed, must be signed within 24 hours of creating the reservation;
•Agreement must be signed by Occupants aged 25 or older.

🛎️ Why Stay with Tahoe Signature Properties

Locally owned and operated with nearby staff support;
Easy self-check-in with a personal code;
3D walkthroughs available so you know exactly what to expect.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. 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.
This smoke-free vacation home features games, a playground, and snowboarding nearby. Recreational activities include sledding nearby, cross-country skiing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,742 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Reviews

Luxury Winter Lodge | Pet-Friendly, Fireplace, Desk & 9 Mins to Northstar Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nik A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with updated and fully stocked kitchen. Amazing location. Host super responsive. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025