Enjoy this private, family-friendly Northstar cabin. You’ll have the entire home to yourselves. Nestled on a quiet half-acre lot backing to open space, it’s just 10 minutes from Kings Beach or Truckee with grocery stores nearby. Free shuttle picks up at the driveway for easy access to lifts and the Village. Guest pass to Rec Center with hot tubs, sauna, arcade, and gym. Cozy fireplace, chef’s kitchen, smart TVs, kid gear, games, and forest views.<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />🛏️ The space<br /><br />Welcome to your peaceful Northstar winter retreat! This 1,600 sq ft cabin is nestled on a quiet half-acre lot backing to open space in Lake Tahoe’s premier resort community. Surrounded by snowy forest views and just minutes from skiing, sledding, and ice skating, this cozy, family-focused home is designed for comfort, relaxation, and mountain adventure.<br /><br />🛌 Sleeping arrangements<br /><br />Main Floor Master: King bed, en-suite bath with dual sinks, dresser & vanity<br />Upstairs Bedroom 1: Queen bed (no closet access)<br />Upstairs Bedroom 2: 2 twin bunk beds, full closet, child safety rails<br />Loft Area: Queen-size bed overlooking living room<br /><br />✨ Each room has a fan and space heater for added comfort<br /><br />👶 Kid & family amenities<br /><br />Portable crib / Pack ’n Play<br /><br />Multiple baby gates for stairs and fireplace<br /><br />Bumbo seat<br /><br />Child-safe plates, cups, and utensils<br /><br />Fireplace with built-in child safety gate<br /><br />Closet full of games, books, and puzzles<br /><br />🔥 Fireplace<br /><br />Wood-burning fireplace in the living room<br /><br />Firewood is provided and stored for guest use<br /><br />🍽 Kitchen & dining<br /><br />Fully remodeled chef’s kitchen<br /><br />Stocked with appliances, pots, pans, blender & baking tools<br /><br />Dining table seats 6–8<br /><br />Open layout connects to the living room<br /><br />📺 Entertainment & tech<br /><br />Smart TV with access to standard cable<br /><br />Additional TV in a bedroom<br /><br />Fast WiFi<br /><br />Family board games and books<br /><br />🏊 Guest access<br /><br />Your stay includes a guest pass to Northstar Recreation Center<br />($10/day per guest age 5+)<br /><br />Hot tubs<br /><br />Full gym & sauna<br /><br />Arcade (open seasonally)<br /><br />Note: Pools, splash pad, tennis/pickleball courts, playground, snack bar, and arts & crafts are seasonal and may be closed during winter.<br /><br />Guests have full access to the entire home and half the garage for gear storage only (no vehicle parking). The free shuttle picks up at the driveway and provides access to Northstar Village and ski lifts.<br /><br />❄️ Outdoor features & winter fun<br /><br />Backyard access to sledding hills and snowshoe trails<br /><br />BBQ grill and fire pit on front deck (weather permitting)<br /><br />10 minutes to Kings Beach or downtown Truckee, with grocery stores, dining, and shops<br /><br />Driveway is plowed after snowfall; no snow removal provided for decks or front stairs<br /><br />Easy access to skiing, tubing, and ice skating at Northstar<br /><br /><b>Guest access</b><br />Entire home minus half the garage and a couple of closets. No parking in garage.<br /><br /><b>Other things to note</b><br />🚗 Parking & logistics<br />Driveway fits up to 6 vehicles (no street parking)<br /><br />Garage use for gear storage only (no parking) <br /><br />Daily winter snow removal for driveway<br /><br />Daytime occupancy: 12 | Nighttime: 8 (excluding children 12 and under)<br /><br />📜 House rules<br /><br />Families only — no parties or events<br /><br />No smoking<br /><br />Respect locked storage areas