2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails
🏔️ Gold Bend Getaway | Remodeled Mountain Home in Northstar Village | 3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 6
Nestled in the heart of Northstar Village, Gold Bend Getaway offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience for families seeking an unforgettable vacation experience. This newly remodeled, three‑bedroom, two‑bathroom, three‑level home is a haven for guests year‑round and delivers unmatched access to all that Northstar Resort has to offer. Book your stay today and make lasting memories! 🌲✨
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
🔹 Main Floor
• 🛋️ Cozy living room with plush sectional, rock fireplace and vaulted wood-beam ceilings; • 📺 Wall-mounted TV and family-friendly setup for movies or game nights; • 🍷 Dining area with seating for six—great for dinners or late-night card games; • 🧑🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with high-end appliances and warm wood cabinetry; • 🌤️ Step out to the patio for forest views and BBQs in warmer months;
🔸 Upper Floor (Loft Level)
• 🛏️ Tranquil primary suite with queen bed, soft linens and flat-screen TV; • 🪞 Spacious five-piece ensuite bath—bright, clean, and relaxing; • 🌲 Enjoy peaceful views of the surrounding pines;
🔻 Lower Floor
• 🛌 Second bedroom with queen bed, private patio and flatscreen TV; • 🧺 In-home laundry area for added convenience; • 🧒 Bunk bedroom with rustic wood beds and play space—perfect for kids; • 🛁 Full shared bathroom with fresh, modern finishes;
🌿 Outdoor Living
• 🌲 Main patio with BBQ and outdoor seating (seasonal use); • ☀️ Private lower-level patio for morning coffee or evening wine; • 🌌 Peaceful setting surrounded by forest views;
📍 Location & Amenities
Gold Bend Getaway is nestled within the peaceful Gold Bend Condominium Complex, offering easy access to Northstar Village, outdoor recreation, and year-round mountain adventures. Whether you're visiting for ski season or sunny Tahoe escapes, this Northstar retreat places you close to everything the area has to offer.
🍂 Fall Adventures
• 🍁 Explore Northstar’s scenic hiking trails and forest paths while enjoying crisp autumn air and colorful fall foliage; • 🚴♂️ Take a refreshing mountain bike ride through the beautiful Sierra Nevada landscape; • 🐴 Enjoy a peaceful horseback ride through the surrounding alpine countryside and changing fall scenery; • 🚠 Take the short shuttle ride to Northstar Village for dining, shopping, entertainment, and scenic gondola rides; • 🏘️ Spend a fall afternoon exploring historic Downtown Truckee’s charming boutiques, restaurants, cafés, and local attractions; • 🌊 Take a scenic drive to Lake Tahoe to enjoy peaceful shoreline views and fall mountain scenery; • 🎲 Gather around the dining table for board games, cards, or a cozy fall dinner after a day of exploring; • 🔥 Relax by the striking rock fireplace and enjoy a movie night beneath the home's vaulted wood-beam ceilings; • 🍷 Step onto the private patio for a glass of wine and peaceful forest views as the evening cools;
🌊 Summer & Outdoor Adventures
• 🚴♂️ Explore scenic hiking and mountain biking trails throughout Northstar and the Sierra Nevada; • ⛳ Minutes to Northstar Golf Course for sunny days on the green; • 🐴 Nearby stables offer horseback riding through beautiful alpine scenery; • 👨👩👧 Seasonal summer camps for kids available at Northstar; • 🚠 Just a 4-minute drive or shuttle ride to Northstar Village for dining, shopping, entertainment, and scenic gondola rides; • 🚌 Free Dial-a-Ride shuttle service makes it easy to explore the resort, trails, and Village; • 🌊 Only a 12-minute drive to Lake Tahoe for swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, boating, and beach days; • 🎣 Nearby rivers and lakes offer fishing, tubing, and relaxing by the water;
❄️ Winter Access
• ⛷️ Just a 4-minute drive or shuttle ride to Northstar California Resort for skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and alpine recreation; • 🚠 Easy access to gondolas, ski slopes, and Northstar Village; • 🔥 Cozy mountain setting perfect for relaxing after a day on the slopes; • 🍽️ Nearby après-ski dining, shopping, and entertainment in the Village;
💦 Northstar Recreation Center Access
• 🧘♀️ Optional access to the NPOA Recreation Center (daily per-person fee applies); • 🏊♂️ Features five pools, outdoor spas, a shared hot tub, fitness center, and tennis courts for all ages; • 👨👩👧 Family-friendly amenities include children’s activities and a game room; • 💻 Visit the NPOA website and search “Recreation Center” for updated rates and details;
📍 Prime Location
• 🚗 Just a 14-minute drive to Downtown Truckee for local dining, boutiques, breweries, and year-round events; • 🌄 Perfect four-season destination for outdoor adventure and mountain relaxation.
✅ Good to Know
•This is a 3-story townhome with stairs; •Maximum Occupancy: 6; •Parking: 2 cars allowed. During snowfall, street parking is not allowed due to snow removal. All vehicles must be parked off the street promptly so plows can operate. •No pets (Family Allergies); •Guest access fees apply per person, per day, and are subject to change. See the NPOA Rec Center website for details; •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; • The Dumpster Site is located on Northstar Drive, just 1.2 miles down the road from the Recreation Center. A NPOA Member or Guest Card is required to access the site. It is open daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience. This measure has been implemented to help protect our local wildlife, including the beloved Tahoe bears. Thank you for your care and contribution to preserving the beauty and safety of our mountain environment! •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.
⚠️ Gold Bend Construction Notice
A community-wide pathway replacement project is currently underway in Gold Bend and will run through mid-October as part of neighborhood improvements. Work takes place on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and may include construction activity, equipment use, daytime noise, and occasional pathway access changes depending on the project phase. We’re sharing this advance notice so it may be considered prior to booking, as intermittent construction activity may be present in different areas of the community on weekdays throughout this period. Please take this into account when planning your stay.
🧸 Convenient Local Baby Gear Rentals in Tahoe
Traveling with little ones is easier with convenient baby gear rentals available locally in Tahoe. Guests may arrange rentals independently with a third-party provider by searching for “Tahoe Truckee Baby” and coordinating delivery details directly. Availability, pricing, and delivery are managed by the provider, and all rental costs are the responsibility of the guest. You can schedule drop off and pick up around your reservation dates.
⚠️ Wildlife Notice
Please note that this home is located in North Lake Tahoe, where wildlife, including bears, may be present. Bear sightings are not uncommon in the area and can occur even when no food or attractants are left outside.
For your safety and the safety of the local bears, as well as to minimize the chance of encounters, please follow these guidelines: • Keep all doors and windows closed and locked, especially at night • Do not leave food, trash, or scented items outside or in vehicles • Properly dispose of garbage in designated bear-proof bins • Avoid approaching, feeding, or disturbing any wildlife
By booking this home, you acknowledge that this is a natural mountain environment and that wildlife activity is a possibility.
🛎️ 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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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
About the neighborhood
Truckee
Located in Northstar, a neighborhood in Truckee, this vacation home is in a rural area. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake and Sand Harbor. Village Ice Skating Rink and North Shore Parasail are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
Northstar California Resort - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Village Ice Skating Rink - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Big Springs Express Gondola - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
Highlands Gondola - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
Timberline Ski Lift - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 15 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Gar Woods Grill & Pier - 17 min drive
Blue Coyote Bar and Grill - 10 min drive
Dopo Pizza and Pasta - 12 min drive
The Sawyer - 12 min drive
Red Truck - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails?
As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails on Sep 24, 2026 start from $390, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is 2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 Queen Beds | Rec Center Access | 3-Min Drive to Village | Near Lake & Trails located?
Located in Northstar, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Northstar California Resort. Highlands Gondola and Big Springs Express Gondola are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Thank you for your kind review, Brennan! We’re glad you found the home comfortable and convenient for your stay. We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to welcome you back to Gold Bend Getaway anytime! - Eugene @ Tahoe Signature Properties
Wonderful property! Great communication with property manager
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2026
It was a pleasure having you at Gold Bend Getaway, and your kind words mean a lot to our team. We’d love to welcome you back whenever Tahoe calls again!
- Jesse @ Tahoe Signature Properties
Check-in was easy, place fitted our needs perfecly. Love the Northstar Area access to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2025
Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be a perfect fit for your needs. The Northstar area is indeed a wonderful location, with easy access to so many great attractions. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Dana@ Tahoe Signature Properties
This was an excellent property for our multi-generational family ski trip! Great location right near a shuttle stop, and close to downtown Truckee and other local ski resorts. Lots of kids' toys, super responsive hosts - highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 22, 2025
Jamie, it’s awesome to hear that the property was perfect for your family’s ski trip! It sounds like everything came together nicely, and we’d love to have you back for another stay. Thanks for the glowing recommendation!
- Your Tahoe Signature Properties Team
We had such a great stay. Very nice, remodeled unit. Super clean. Property management was so responsive! Would be glad to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2025
It’s wonderful to hear that you had such a great stay, Sara! We truly appreciate your kind words and are so glad you found the unit comfortable and our team responsive. Looking forward to making your next stay even better! :)
- Your Tahoe Signature Properties Team
Everything we needed for a young family. Appreciate the infant mat and etc. This made our packing a bit lighter. As well, the kitchen was fully stocked and equipped with cooking and baking. Allowed us to bake cookies and etc with the kiddos.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 27, 2025
It’s wonderful that the home was perfect for your family, Henry! We’re glad that you could enjoy baking with the kids. We'd love to see you again soon!
- Your Tahoe Signature Properties Team
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Jennifer W.
Mar 9, 2026
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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