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Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area.

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a television.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by snow-covered trees and a clear sky.
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Northstar California Resort
Sleeps 12•5 bedrooms•7 beds

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Northstar, CA
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Gondola
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Springs Express Gondola
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft bedroom

1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Lower level master suite

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Lower rec/bunk room

2 Double Sofa Beds

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area.

The Highlands gondola serves the new Ritz-Carlton Hotel and much-mountain The entrance is about 50 yards from our home. You can take it free to the hotel and the hotel restaurants and amenities or use it to access the whole mountain with a lift ticket. The gondola is not really private but it seems that way because we never see a lift line.

This 4000 plus square foot luxury home is wonderful for large families or multi-family groups, reunions and retreats. Sleeps large groups. Unsurpassed access to skiing and village.

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We are offering Owner-booked reservations at exceptional rates.

Sleeping:
Upper level enclosed bedroom - 4 bunk beds + sleeper loveseat
Main level MBR - Queen
Lower No. BR - 2 bunk beds + double with attached bath
Lower So. BR - Queen
Lower Level Rec Room - 2 Sleeper sofas + available Aerobed upon request.
In
Main level has spacious living room with gas fireplace and soaring wood ceilings. Seating includes sofa, love seat and easy chair. Enjoy expansive views of mountains, forested back yard and 'Home Run' ski run. View High Definition Flat Screen , YouTube TV withNetflix 2nd TV IN REC ROOM with YouTubeTV and connections for your game player.

Feast in Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, professional Dynasty gas stove, double oven, warming oven and Miele dishwasher. Coffee maker, blender, mixer, crock pot and rice cooker provided. Breakfast bar has seating for two and dining room table has seating for eight. Master bedroom with queen bed has marble bath with jacuzzi tub and separate shower. Large stone deck has built-in natural gas BBQ and overlooks forested yard and ski run. Seating for 10.

Lower level has two bedrooms (one with a queen bed and one with a double and twin bunk beds - sleeps 4), two baths and a private four person sauna. The lower recreation room has gas fireplace, sleeper sofa and opens onto the back lower deck. Inflatable air bed adds additional sleeping.

Includes recreation center access. Recreation center has swimming pool, hot tubs, pool tables, video games, sauna, exercise room. Note - The rec center is in the process of implementing a $8.00 per guest daily use fee for all Northstar properties.

Easy walking distance to village and rec center or call for a free shuttle to rec center and Northstar Village with bars, restaurants, shopping and gondola ski access. Truckee Trolley runs from Village to Truckee and from Truckee to Kings Beach.

No Smoking or Pets, please.

OCCUPANCY BY MORE THAN REGISTERED AND QUOTED NUMBER OF PERSONS MAY RESULT IN ADDITIONAL CHARGES AND PARTIAL OR COMPLETE FORFEIT OF DAMAGE DEPOSIT.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Recommend bringing trash to the dumpsters on Northstar Drive and use the bear box for trash on the final day as you need to use the rec center pass to operate the gate.
Set Thermostats to 60 degrees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Use of electric outlets to charge electric vehicles (including bicycles ) is not permitted unless agreed by owner prior to booking and fee paid.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 55230vb
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Truckee

Located in Northstar, a neighbourhood in Truckee, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tahoe Donner Tennis Center or Incline Village Tennis Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Northstar, CA

What's nearby

  • Northstar California Resort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Highlands Gondola - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Village Ice Skating Rink - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Springs Express Gondola - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Big Easy Ski Lift - 12 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 14 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge at Big Springs - ‬10 min drive
  • Wagon Train Coffee Shop
  • ‪Blue Coyote Bar and Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area.?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area. on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$2,112, 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 Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski in and Ski out. Exclusive Big Springs area. located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Northstar is within a 5-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Northstar California Resort, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Highlands Gondola and Village Ice Skating Rink are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ira S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than anticipated. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house literally 1 minute walk time away from northstar village!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Great place, great location!

We had a great time here and the house was well-maintained. Great access to Northstar Village.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope you come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ski in / ski out

Terrific location and house. Good communication with the owner and a well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in northstar

Thank you so much for keeping such a great comfortable and accommodating property I would absolutely be excited to come again and recommend this home for a relaxing visit to Tahoe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. House and bedding needs some TLC

Great time. Beds need replacing. Location is amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Memories

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful ski house

This is a huge modern ski house on the slope side of northstar! Super nice and big house and super nice hosts as well! We had a blast here! -Yi
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Perfect Ski Cabin!

We had such a great time over the Holiday week between Christmas and New Years. This place is better than the pictures make it look, and the location is amazing. You cannot go wrong staying here, we will definitely be back! Thank you to the owners who did such a wonderful job!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking time to write a review.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

We had a wonderful time w...

We had a wonderful time with our family at this beautiful home over our Christmas vavation. The best features are a wonderful family room and lots of space for all. The proximity to the village was a major plus and we all walked there several times a day - even the 3 yr old was able to make it.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for submitting your comments. We're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location

It was a bit tough finding the house at night during the rain. Otherwise it is a wonderful property with awesome pool for the kids. Will stay again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ski in/out home

Our family has stayed at this property multiple times. The home has room for all our family and is right on Homerun. We love it. The only downside, one has to bring the garbage to a place a drive feom the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

Totally Perfect

We stayed here for the weekend of Tough Mudder. It was so nice to have a relaxing place to come home to after a day of crazy obstacles! The layout of the house is perfect for a big group. Everyone had a bed and the kitchen/dining room was perfect for us to all gather and refuel after a hard day! The proximity to North Star is awesome and all of us were gushing about how we want to come back when there is snow on the ground!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you very much. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

Can’t wait to come back. We expected the place to be great but our expectations were exceeded. The place is beautiful inside and out. It’s right on the ski trail. True ski in and ski out. The kids had a great time playing in the snow. We got to relax and hang out inside the huge house. The owner was super responsive and friendly too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grand house with a charater (with good ski acess)

This hous is filled with furniture from multiple generations. In the kitchen you can find ... whatever you need. We really liked the views and ease of access to ski slopes.Our favourite game inside the hous was "I spy", as there are so many intersting objects to "spy".Beds are comfortable.Lower level was a bit chilly (in March) but one can use space heaters.If you like to sleep late you would probably notice that there are no drapes on bedroom windows.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick & Stacey B.

Amazing Location, Spacious and Well Equipped

We just had a great stay in this great property. The house is in an amazing location and only a very short walk to the Village and Highlands Gondola (Didn't use the shuttle bus once). Even though the snow was struggling, we could ski to the Gondola each morning which was awesome. We had 2 families with small children plus 2 sets of grandparents and the house had more than enough room to house us very comfortably. The kitchen is very well equipped. We hope to stay here again. The owners are great. They were very responsive and accommodating. They also provide great instructions for the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking time to submit a review. We hope you will stay again soon. We are trying to get some more snow!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Northstar New Year fun

The location of this place is amazing in regards to being so close to the gondolas up to The Ritz Carlton and walking down to the village where shopping and restaurants are in abundance as well as skating and live music. Although the snow decided to wait until after we left it was great fun with family in a wonderful location! I would like to say that there needs to be either a repair of the cooktop so all burners work or get a new one and a easily working fireplace would have been a great addition to the ambiance. I know a part was being waited on when we came but I hope the next family that comes to rent will get to enjoy these amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Mixed bag

This property was a real mixed bag for us. The good: The location is superb, true ski-in ski-out property, directly to/from the run under the Ritz gondola as long as there is deep enough snow. The kitchen has lots of pots and pans, plenty of tools for cooking whatever you would want, prep sink, large pantry. Now for the things we didn't care for about this house: -No shades for privacy except for one living room window. Most of the bedrooms, bathrooms, even showers are exposed to anyone who might be walking by. Some of our group found their closets to be the only place they could change without risk of being in view. -What's listed as the 5th bedroom is a rec room with two fold-out couches and an aerobed. The fold-out couches (not a futon as is pictured) are very worn and not comfortable for adults; they might be okay for kids. -Cleaner missed cleaning a few areas before our stay: Popcorn in and under the fold-out couch, side table not dusted, a sink not cleaned out, trash left on a shelf. -The part of the house in which the renter lives is not really separate bur rather a bedroom and bathroom that are just locked doors blocked off from the upstairs hall and bedroom by furniture. He has his own entrance to those rooms from outside but everything the tenant does (especially in the early morning) is audible from the upstairs bedroom. That also means the upstairs bedroom has no bathroom (this seems to have been built as a Jack & Jill situation originally).
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Wuilfredo R.

Needs an update.

Property needs an update. It needs to be clean better. There was dog hair everywhere. Let people know there there will be Someone watching the property 24/7
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jackie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family location

Roomy, beautiful home. Convenient location and great communication. Onsite resident was super helpful and pleasant to help with questions. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay! Great communication and awesome location

Highly recommend this was a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

judy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

We love staying in this property. The set up of the house is fantastic for our family. Everyone who is involved with the house is great and really helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

gina c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location but needs updating

The location of this house can’t be beat. It’s literally a 3 min walk to the bottom of the gondola to the Ritz and a 5 min walk to the Village. The house looks so much better and bigger in person. Beautiful vaulted ceilings with wood beams. The pictures definitely don’t do it justice. However it does still need updating. Especially the furniture in the downstairs family room and the linens. There are no curtains so it’s bright in the morning. Not a deal breaker but there were also windows in the bathrooms which we weren’t comfortable with especially at night. Also there is no lock on the half bath door which was a bit inconvenient with a large group. The shower downstairs only has a hand shower with no mount so showering with one hand was challenging. Overall these were minor issues and the location and availability on Memorial Day Weekend made up for it. Communication with the owner was good too. We would definitely consider renting again especially if they fixed these minor issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Property!

We rented this home previously; our recent rental was 3/2022. This is a very nice home in a fantastic location; the location is an "11" on a scale of one to ten! Good owners that seem to care about providing a nice home at a reasonable price. The home is showing it's age with the need for a paint refresh and a few maintenance items, but nothing that really impacts the use and enjoyment of the home. My family's biggest complaint is that there are minimal window coverings in most rooms and NO window coverings in other rooms. We hope the owners will install some basic window coverings to darken rooms for day time nappers (kids) and privacy at night?!? This season's snow was poor for us "ski-in, ski-out" home fans, but the house is so close to the village (Highlands Gondola) we were able to walk to/from the gondola to get up and down the hill. The great location allowed us to still have the feeling of a "ski-in, ski-out" home. We hope to rent this home again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

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