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Schaffer’s Mill Escape | Golf Views & Near Skiing
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace
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4 bedrooms 4+ bathrooms Sleeps 8 366.2 sq m
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Explore the area

Truckee, CA
- Place, Old Greenwood Golf Course8 min drive
- Place, Northstar California Resort10 min drive
- Place, Donner Lake11 min drive
- Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)3 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Schaffer’s Mill Escape | Golf Views & Near Skiing
Summary:
Experience mountain living in this spacious Truckee vacation rental featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and sweeping golf course views. Relax in two inviting living spaces, cook in the fully stocked kitchen, or gather around the outdoor gas fire pit. Located in Schaffer’s Mill, you’re close to skiing, hiking, and the shops and restaurants of downtown Truckee.
The Space:
Location perks: Situated on Schaffer’s Mill Golf Course (on-site), Downtown Truckee (4.3 miles), Northstar California Resort (5.5 miles), Donner Lake (8.0 miles), Palisades Tahoe (15.3 miles)
Main floor: Kitchen, dining area, living room, 1 bedroom (king bed, en-suite bathroom), half bathroom
Upper floor: 2 bedrooms (king beds, en-suite bathrooms)
Above garage: Media/club room with full bathroom
Interior:
— Kitchen (drip coffee maker, Keurig, blender, food processor, kettle, cooking utensils, tableware)
— 5 Smart TVs with cable (up to 75”)
— 2 gas fireplaces
— Wet bar with wine fridge
— In-unit washer and dryer
— Free WiFi (486 Mbps)
— Central heat and no A/C
— 3,942 sq. ft.
Exterior:
— Gas fire pit
— Balcony
— Patio with outdoor dining (8-person dining set)
— Patio with outdoor dining (8-person dining set)
— Please note: Golf course not available for guest use as part of stay
STR License Number: STR22-7661
Max Occupancy: 8
Parking Info: There are three parking spots available in the driveway.
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire home, including both living rooms, media room, garage, laundry room, and private outdoor areas. Parking for 3 vehicles is available in the driveway.
The Neighborhood:
Located in the private Schaffer’s Mill community, this home overlooks the golf course and offers a peaceful setting year-round. In winter, Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe provide world-class skiing and snowboarding just minutes away. In summer, enjoy scenic golf, hiking, and biking, or head to Donner Lake for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Please note: golf course is not a provided amenity, but guests are more than welcome to make reservations for golf outside of this accommodation.
Downtown Truckee is a short drive away, offering local restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, and boutique shopping.
Getting Around:
A car is recommended for exploring the area. While there is no public shuttle from the home, major ski resorts, lakes, and dining options are within a short drive.
Other Things to Note:
Please keep in mind that if you plan to ski, you are responsible for verifying the ski resorts’ opening and closing dates.
Please note that like most homes in the area, this home does not have A/C.
4-wheel drive or 2-wheel drive tires with snow chains may be necessary for safe travel to this property, even if it hasn’t snowed in a few days.
Interaction with Guests:
We are offsite but available when needed. Please message us through the app or booking platform for the quickest response.
Experience mountain living in this spacious Truckee vacation rental featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and sweeping golf course views. Relax in two inviting living spaces, cook in the fully stocked kitchen, or gather around the outdoor gas fire pit. Located in Schaffer’s Mill, you’re close to skiing, hiking, and the shops and restaurants of downtown Truckee.
The Space:
Location perks: Situated on Schaffer’s Mill Golf Course (on-site), Downtown Truckee (4.3 miles), Northstar California Resort (5.5 miles), Donner Lake (8.0 miles), Palisades Tahoe (15.3 miles)
Main floor: Kitchen, dining area, living room, 1 bedroom (king bed, en-suite bathroom), half bathroom
Upper floor: 2 bedrooms (king beds, en-suite bathrooms)
Above garage: Media/club room with full bathroom
Interior:
— Kitchen (drip coffee maker, Keurig, blender, food processor, kettle, cooking utensils, tableware)
— 5 Smart TVs with cable (up to 75”)
— 2 gas fireplaces
— Wet bar with wine fridge
— In-unit washer and dryer
— Free WiFi (486 Mbps)
— Central heat and no A/C
— 3,942 sq. ft.
Exterior:
— Gas fire pit
— Balcony
— Patio with outdoor dining (8-person dining set)
— Patio with outdoor dining (8-person dining set)
— Please note: Golf course not available for guest use as part of stay
STR License Number: STR22-7661
Max Occupancy: 8
Parking Info: There are three parking spots available in the driveway.
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire home, including both living rooms, media room, garage, laundry room, and private outdoor areas. Parking for 3 vehicles is available in the driveway.
The Neighborhood:
Located in the private Schaffer’s Mill community, this home overlooks the golf course and offers a peaceful setting year-round. In winter, Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe provide world-class skiing and snowboarding just minutes away. In summer, enjoy scenic golf, hiking, and biking, or head to Donner Lake for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Please note: golf course is not a provided amenity, but guests are more than welcome to make reservations for golf outside of this accommodation.
Downtown Truckee is a short drive away, offering local restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, and boutique shopping.
Getting Around:
A car is recommended for exploring the area. While there is no public shuttle from the home, major ski resorts, lakes, and dining options are within a short drive.
Other Things to Note:
Please keep in mind that if you plan to ski, you are responsible for verifying the ski resorts’ opening and closing dates.
Please note that like most homes in the area, this home does not have A/C.
4-wheel drive or 2-wheel drive tires with snow chains may be necessary for safe travel to this property, even if it hasn’t snowed in a few days.
Interaction with Guests:
We are offsite but available when needed. Please message us through the app or booking platform for the quickest response.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Golf view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Charge may apply
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Truckee
Located in Truckee, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a lake. 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. North Shore Parasail and Kings Beach Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling and horse riding.

Truckee, CA
What's nearby
- Old Greenwood Golf Course - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
- Northstar California Resort - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
- Donner Lake - 11 min drive - 13.6 km
- Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
- Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 18 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Craft & Logic Taproom - 9 min drive
- Wagon Train Coffee Shop - 9 min drive
- Bar of America - 8 min drive
- The Sawyer - 7 min walk
- Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - 9 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by LocalVR

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