Summary: Nestled in the majestic pine forest just above Northstar Ski Resort, this bright and cozy two-bedroom condo is the perfect getaway for couples or small families. The condo boasts an incredible location just a short walk or free shuttle ride away from the village at Northstar, so you can be out on the slopes in minutes! After a day on the mountain, relax or play at one of the village amenities that include a pool, hot tubs, a fitness center, and a private ski locker. The Space: Tucked among the majestic pine forest, this cozy two-bedroom condo will make you feel as if you are hidden away in nature. The condo is just steps away from Northstar Ski Resort and includes access to a variety of village amenities such as a pool, hot tub, and a fitness center. If you are looking for a great stay in Tahoe, this is the place! As you arrive at this condo, you will be greeted by large windows overlooking the surrounding trees. The home boasts a rustic mountain home style that will make you feel right at home during your vacation. Directly off the entrance, you will find a bench and coat hangers, providing a convenient place to store your outdoor gear before settling in. Just a few steps down the tiled hallway, the home opens up to the kitchen/dining area/living room. This bright space features lovely hardwood floors, large windows, and a social and open layout. When you enter this space, you will first come to the kitchen, a beautiful space the chef in your group will love preparing a meal in. The kitchen features ample cabinet space, lovely granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a full range of cookwares including a drip coffee maker and a blender. Connecting the kitchen to the living room is a spacious kitchen island, where you will find four bar stools that double as the dining space of the home. A stone hearth fireplace is located to the side of the kitchen, providing a cozy feel to the space and making it easy to warm up by the fire while you prepare a meal or enjoy a snack! From the kitchen, you can step out the glass window door and onto your private balcony, where you will find a bistro-style table and two chairs. This is the perfect spot for relaxing while you enjoy the surrounding nature and fresh mountain air. On the other side of the kitchen island is the living room where you will find two comfortable couches, a coffee table, and a 44” TV. Your group is going to love relaxing in this space that is surrounded by windows, everywhere you look is a beautiful view overlooking the trees! When you are ready to settle in for the night, you will find the first bedroom located downstairs to the right of the front door. This bedroom features two twin beds with a nightstand and lamp in-between the beds, and a large closet. Next to the bedroom is the shared full bathroom, where you will find a single-sink vanity with under-the-sink cabinets, and a shower/bathtub combo with lovely tilework. The master bedroom is located on the second floor and is the only room on this level of the home, providing additional privacy. The welcoming master bedroom features a comfortable queen-size bed with matching nightstands and lamps, a closet and dresser for storing personal items, and a 20” TV, so you can relax and watch TV from bed. This bedroom also includes an attached bathroom where you will find a large single-sink vanity with extra storage space and an additional countertop providing extra room for getting ready for the day and keeping your personal items. Rounding out the bathroom is the walk-in shower, with beautiful tilework and a glass door. For added comfort, both of the bedrooms feature carpet. Guests are welcome to enjoy the many wonderful HOA amenities the home includes, such as two pools and tennis courts in the summer months and year-round access to the shared hot tub and sauna! Guest Access: Guests will have access to the entire condo, a balcony, a private ski locker, and two parking spaces located directly in front of the unit. Guests will also have access to several shared amenities such as a pool, sauna, hot tubs, and a fitness center. The Neighborhood: If you are looking for an active vacation close to a wide variety of outdoor activities, you will love the location of this condo! Situated directly above Northstar Resort, you are just a short walk away to the village and gondola, providing easy access to all the activities the resort has to offer as well as year-round entertainment in the nearby Northstar Village. In the winter time, hit the slopes at Northstar Resort, where you will find great ski terrain for all ability levels. The hill just below this condo’s balcony also makes for some great sledding during the winter months. In the summer months, Northstar becomes a hiker's paradise with tons of trails for all levels to explore, and a world-class mountain biking facility. Northstar is a great family-friendly option as well with an ice skating rink, a movie theater, shopping, dining, and more available in the Village to keep everyone in your group busy and entertained. Just a 10-miles away is the town of Kings Beach where you can enjoy the white sand beaches of Lake Tahoe and a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and grocery stores. A 15-minute drive in the other direction brings you to the historic town of Truckee where you will find river rafting, bike paths, boutique shopping, and a great nightlife scene. Getting Around: The ski-in/ski-out condo is located just a half-mile away from Northstar ski resort and is on a free shuttle line. Guests can download the Northstar app and have easy access to the free dial-a-ride shuttle. There are also daily use routes to and from Kings Beach and Truckee with TART (Tahoe Area Rapid Transportation). To reach Kings Beach, guests make a .5-mile walk to Northstar Village Gate #7 to take the Hwy 267 Truckee Depot to Crystal Bay station route, from which is around a 15-minute bus ride. For those looking to go to the historic town of Truckee, guests can take the same bus heading North and be at Truckee with a 20-minute bus ride. There are several cab companies in the area as well as Uber and Lyft, however, Uber and Lyft can be seasonal and scarce at times. Other Things to Note: Please note that, like most homes in the area, this home does not have A/C. Please keep in mind that if you plan to ski, you are responsible for verifying the ski resorts' opening and closing dates. Interaction with Guests: We are offsite but available when needed. Please message us through the app or booking platform for the quickest response. House Rules: • No smoking • Pets are not allowed • No parties or events • Check-in is anytime after 4PM • 50% of payment is due upfront and the rest of the payment is due (14) days before arrival. • Booking Fee: We charge an additional, non-refundable fee of 2% of the total payment to cover the cost of booking processing. • The credit card holder must provide a picture of the back and front of their ID via a secure and encrypted portal upon confirmation for fraud protection. • Please promptly respond to any inquiries or requests for additional information to ensure the confirmation of your booking; failure to respond in a sufficient manner may lead to cancellation of the reservation.