Golf Access & Views | King Suite | Fireplace | Games | Near Town, Lake & Trails

🏡 Schaffer's Mill Vacation Lodge | 3 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | Golf Course Luxury in Truckee

☀️ Discover Schaffer’s Mill Vacation Lodge, a luxury 3BR, 3.5BA Truckee retreat with central A/C in the prestigious Schaffer’s Mill golf community. Ideal for families and golfers, the home features private suites, fireplaces, outdoor patios, and an EV charger. Enjoy easy access to championship golf, Northstar, Lake Tahoe, hiking, biking, and Historic Downtown Truckee.

🌲 Stay with us, and every stay plants a tree and includes eco-friendly supplies.

The Space

Designed for comfort, relaxation, and gathering together, this custom mountain home features an open-concept living space filled with natural light.

🌟 What Guests Love

✔ Air conditioning for added comfort during warmer Tahoe days;
✔ Located in the prestigious Schaffer’s Mill golf community;
✔ Golf access at Schaffer’s Mill Golf Club (advance arrangements required);
✔ King primary suite with private stone fireplace and spa-inspired ensuite;
✔ Multiple private suites—great for families and couples traveling together;
✔ Two cozy stone fireplaces;
✔ Fully equipped kitchen with spacious island and stainless-steel appliances;
✔ Multiple patios with outdoor dining and peaceful mountain surroundings;
✔ ChargePoint Level 2 EV charger for convenient at-home charging;
✔ Minutes from Northstar California Resort, hiking, and mountain biking;
✔ Easy access to Historic Downtown Truckee and Lake Tahoe;
✔ Board games for fun-filled evenings with family and friends;

🏡 Living & Gathering Spaces

Designed for families, couples, and friends, Schaffer’s Mill Vacation Lodge combines upscale mountain style with comfortable spaces for gathering and relaxing.

• 🪵 Open-concept living room with a beautiful stone fireplace and inviting seating;
• 🔥 Cozy fireplace creates the perfect atmosphere after skiing, hiking, golfing, or exploring Lake Tahoe;
• 🎬 Smart TV for family movie nights and relaxed evenings at home;
• 🌲 Large windows bring in natural light and showcase the peaceful mountain surroundings;
• ❄️ Air conditioning provides added comfort during warm summer days;

🍳 Kitchen & Dining

The open kitchen and dining area make it easy to cook, entertain, and spend time together.

• 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and generous prep space;
• 🥘 Spacious kitchen island for casual meals and conversation while cooking;
• 🍽️ Dining table seating eight for family dinners, celebrations, and game nights;
• ☕ Comfortable setup for everything from quick breakfasts before hitting the trails to leisurely dinners after a day at Lake Tahoe;

👑 Primary King Suite

The primary suite offers a private retreat with its own fireplace and spa-inspired bathroom.

• 🛌 King bed;
• 🔥 Private stone fireplace;
• 🛁 Spa-inspired ensuite bathroom;
• 💦 Soaking tub for relaxing after a full day of Tahoe adventures;
• 🚿 Walk-in shower;
• ✨ Double vanity;

🛏️ Lower-Level Queen Suite

• 🛌 Queen bed;
• 🚿 Private ensuite bathroom;
• 🌲 Direct patio access;
• ✨ Comfortable private setup ideal for couples or additional family members;

🧸 Twin Bedroom

• 🛏️ Twin beds, ideal for kids, friends, or additional guests;
• 🚿 Convenient access to a full bathroom with tub/shower combination;

🌿 Outdoor Living

Enjoy Tahoe's fresh mountain air from multiple private outdoor spaces.

• 🍽️ Main patio with outdoor dining for summer meals;
• ☕ Peaceful setting for morning coffee surrounded by the mountains;
• 🌙 Lower patio with additional outdoor seating;
• 🍷 Plenty of space to unwind outdoors after golfing, hiking, biking, or exploring Lake Tahoe;

🔌 EV Charging

Electric vehicle owners can conveniently recharge during their stay.

• ⚡ ChargePoint Level 2 EV Charger;
• 🔌 J1772 connector (Tesla adapter not provided);
• 🚗 Charging speeds up to 37 miles of range per hour;
• 🕙 Charging hours: 10 PM–7 AM October–May and 10 PM–10 AM June–September;

🍂 Fall Adventures

• ⛳ Play Schaffer’s Mill Golf Club surrounded by autumn colors with advance arrangements;
• 🥾 Hike and mountain bike crisp Martis Valley and North Lake Tahoe trails;
• ☕ Stroll Historic Downtown Truckee’s coffee shops, breweries, boutiques, and seasonal events;
• 🪵 Cozy up by the stone fireplace in the main living room for family game and movie nights;
• 🍷 Sip morning coffee or evening drinks on the patio surrounded by quiet mountain views;
• 🛁 Warm up in the primary suite’s private stone fireplace and spa-inspired soaking tub;

☀️ Summer Adventures

Schaffer’s Mill Vacation Lodge puts some of Truckee and North Lake Tahoe's best warm-weather recreation within easy reach.

• ⛳ Tee off at Schaffer’s Mill Golf Club (advance arrangements required);
• 🥾 Hike scenic trails throughout Martis Valley and North Lake Tahoe;
• 🚵 Explore Northstar and nearby mountain biking trail systems;
• 🌊 Head to Lake Tahoe for swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, boating, and beach days;
• 🎣 Fish nearby lakes, rivers, and alpine streams;
• 🍻 Explore Historic Downtown Truckee's restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, boutiques, and seasonal events;

❄️ Winter Adventures

• 🎿 Ski and snowboard at Northstar California Resort, just minutes away;
• 🛷 Enjoy sledding, tubing, and family-friendly snow activities;
• ❄️ Snowshoe scenic trails throughout Truckee and North Lake Tahoe;
• 🚡 Ride the gondola and take in panoramic mountain scenery;
• 🚙 Explore nearby snowmobiling opportunities;
• 🔥 Return home after a day on the slopes and relax beside the fireplace;

📍 Prime Schaffer’s Mill Location

Stay in one of Truckee's premier mountain communities with convenient access to golf, Northstar, Downtown Truckee, and Lake Tahoe.

• 🌲 Located within the prestigious Schaffer’s Mill community;
• ⛳ Bordering one of Truckee's premier mountain golf courses;
• 🎿 Minutes from Northstar California Resort;
• 🥾 Convenient to Martis Valley hiking and biking trails;
• 🛍️ Approximately 10 minutes to Historic Downtown Truckee for dining, shopping, breweries, and local events;
• 🌊 Approximately 20 minutes to Lake Tahoe for beaches, boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, and other water activities;

✨ Your Schaffer’s Mill Getaway

Whether you're planning a summer golf trip, Lake Tahoe vacation, couples' getaway, family adventure, or Northstar ski trip, Schaffer’s Mill Vacation Lodge offers an ideal blend of mountain luxury and location. With air conditioning, multiple private suites, indoor fireplaces, outdoor living spaces, EV charging, and year-round recreation nearby, it's a comfortable home base for experiencing Truckee and North Lake Tahoe in every season.

✅ Good to Know

•Maximum Occupancy: 6;
•Parking: 3 cars allowed. There are 2 parking spaces in the garage and extra parking in the driveway. During snowfall, street parking is not allowed due to snow removal. All vehicles must be parked off the street promptly so plows can operate.
•STR Permit: 22-7112
• No pets (Family Allergies)
•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.


🏌️ Schaffer’s Mill Golf Access – Guest Policy
- Unaccompanied or sponsored guest play is not permitted on Fridays, Saturdays, and Holidays
- Unaccompanied or sponsored guest tee times are available Sunday–Thursday after 12:00 PM only
- Tee times can be booked up to 7 days in advance
- Guest rate: $305 per round (rates are subject to change at any time at Schaffer's Mill's discretion).
- Guests may play a maximum of 5 times per calendar year
- Exclusions: Organized club events (tournaments, guest days, invitationals, etc.) are not included under the guest policy

⚠️ 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.