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Smart TV, fireplace

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3 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Hot Tub | Firepit | Golf & Mtn Views | AC

🌲 Private Hot Tub on the patio
🌲 Two spacious living rooms with Smart TV's
🌲 Home includes central A/C
🏔️ Stunning mountain and golf course views
🌲 Cozy Living room with gas fireplace and stunning views of Northstar
🌲 Centrally located for hiking, biking, skiing, shopping or exploring downtown Truckee

Welcome to Lookout Mountain Retreat
Located in the prestigious Schaffer’s Mill community of Truckee, this spacious mountain modern three-story townhome is the perfect year-round escape. Overlooking the scenic 7th green, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers 3,086 sq. ft. of modern elegance and comfort—designed for both adventure and relaxation.

🛋️ Living Room
Located on the second floor, the open-concept living room features large windows framing stunning views of Northstar and the golf course, filling the space with natural light. Perfect for cozy evenings or lively gatherings.
* Comfortable sofa with pillows & blankets
* 50” Smart TV with streaming services
* Gas fireplace
* Stylish coffee table
* Access to the deck, patio table and BBQ

🎬 Lower Living Room
Located on the first floor, this additional living area is perfect for movie nights or relaxing after a day on the slopes or trails.
* Comfortable sofa with pillows & blankets
* 70” Smart TV with streaming services
* Wet bar with mini fridge
* Sofa converts to an additional bed
* Direct access to the hot tub and patio

🍽️ Kitchen & Dining
The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for preparing meals at home, and the expansive deck just outside is perfect for al fresco dining with a view.
* Microwave, stove, oven
* Drip coffee maker & Nespresso machine
* Toaster, blender, hot water kettle
* Refrigerator/freezer & dishwasher
* Full cookware, glassware, silverware
* Sink with hot/cold water
Dining Areas:
* Dining table with seating for 6
* Kitchen island bar with seating for 4

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (3 Bedrooms)
After a day of adventure, unwind in one of three beautifully appointed bedrooms, complete with cozy bedding and serene mountain décor.
* Primary Bedroom (Upper Floor): King bed, en-suite bathroom with soaking tub and walk-in shower
* Downstairs Bedroom: King bed, private door to patio and hot tub
* Bunk Room: Twin-over-Queen and Twin-over-Twin bunks, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
All beds feature premium pillows, linens, and sheets.

🛁 Bathrooms
The home offers three full bathrooms and one convenient half bath.
* Mirror, vanity, and toilet in each
* Fresh towels
* Hair dryer
* Essential toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper

🌲 Outdoor Spaces
Deck (Main Floor):
* BBQ grill
* Patio table with seating for 8 + umbrella
* Views of the 7th green, Northstar Ski Resort and surrounding forest
Patio (Lower Level):
* Private hot tub with stunning views of Northstar and the golf course

📍 Ideal Location
Tucked inside Schaffer’s Mill, Lookout Mountain Retreat is just minutes from historic downtown Truckee and world-class ski resorts. In summer, enjoy golf, hiking, and quick access to Lake Tahoe and Donner Lake.
Nearby Highlights:
* 0.5 mi – The Sawyer (Schaffer’s Mill restaurant)
* 2.9 mi – Raley's O-N-E Market
* 4.4 mi – Downtown Truckee & Bar of America
* 7.1 mi – Northstar Village
* 12–25 mi – Kings Beach, Incline Village, Palisades Tahoe, Tahoe City, and more
Nearby Golf Courses:
* 3.4 mi – Ponderosa Golf Course
* 8.6 mi – Coyote Moon Golf Course
* 11.8 mi – Old Brockway Golf Course
* 14.8 mi – The Links at Everline
* 19 mi – Tahoe City Golf Course
Nearby Beaches
11.4 miles – West End Beach (Donner Lake) (great for families, paddle rentals, grassy picnic areas)
12 miles – Kings Beach (sandy, family-friendly, rentals available)
12.3 miles – Moon Dunes Beach (Tahoe Vista) (quieter, natural setting)
13.6 miles – Speedboat Beach (Crystal Bay) (small and scenic, rock formations, limited parking)
19 miles – Commons Beach (Tahoe City) (playground, concerts in summer)
22 miles – Sand Harbor (clear water, rocks, kayaking – make sure you have a reservation!)

❄️ Winter Travel Note
In winter, Lookout Mountain Retreat offers cozy comfort, unbeatable views and 15 mins to Northstar—but with snow comes adventure! A 4WD vehicle and chains may be required during storms. Power outages are rare but possible during weather events.

✅ Guest Access
You’ll have full and exclusive access to the townhome during your stay—relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.

📝 Important Notes
* Guests do not have access to Schaffer’s Mill community amenities.
* No smoking anywhere on the property.
* No open flames—Tahoe’s forests are highly fire-prone.
* No parties, events, or commercial shoots.
* Shoes off inside, please.
* Three floors—stairs are involved!
* BBQ and patio furniture available May–October (weather permitting).
* Max 3 vehicles: 1 in garage, 2 in driveway.

Things to Keep in Mind
Tahoe’s beauty comes with unpredictability—wildfires, storms, and the occasional Wi-Fi hiccup are beyond our control. Refunds for such issues are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Our cancellation policy is firm—no refunds for weather, road conditions, or air quality. We recommend purchasing travel insurance for peace of mind.
Guests are responsible for any county fines during their stay. Please review local short-term rental rules provided at the home.

We’re thrilled to welcome you to Lookout Mountain Retreat—thank you for treating our home as your own. Your mountain adventure begins here!

Property manager

Ryan Platt

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,086 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 STR24-9248
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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About the area

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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Old Greenwood Golf Course - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Donner Lake - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 17 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪RMU Truckee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub, Golf Course & Mtn Views, Schaffer's Mill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub, Golf Course & Mtn Views, Schaffer's Mill?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub, Golf Course & Mtn Views, Schaffer's Mill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub, Golf Course & Mtn Views, Schaffer's Mill located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Tahoe National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ponderosa Golf Course and Commercial Row. Truckee River and Rocking Stone Tower are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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