Constellation Residences at Northstar is the top logging estate to stay in Tahoe/Truckee…read more Constellation is your home away from home with a fully-stocked kitchen and bar and all the conveniences that you need with the amenities of the Ritz Carlton and high-tech gadgets. The residences offer ski-in and ski-out privileges without the need to haul your ski or snowboard gear. Constellation is spacious yet warm. The electric fireplace and heated bathroom floors are a perk. Front desk staff is friendly, helpful, and professional (thanks, Katie). The lobby is stocked with bottled water, apples, and warm cookies - the little touches made our stay extra special. Constellation is perfect for a romantic weekend, family holiday, or trip with friends. Can't wait for my next visit!

OMG! The 3…read morebedroom/3.5 bath accommodations include TWO complete master bedroom suites with jetted tubs. Third bedroom has a private bath as well. 1/2 bath for common areas. Large fully equipped kitchen and bar. A stemwear collection that will rival any bar... except no champagne flutes. The large living room has an entertainment center, gas fireplace and huge modular seating area. Flat screen TV's in each bedroom require a CD player or laptop to watch your own movies. Twice daily maid service, they even did the dishes we planned to do later! The staff is great and super friendly. Located atop the Homewood gondola you can ride to the village or access the mojntain

We, 2 couples, 2 kids and 3 dogs, LOVED Hansel House! We created a sled run right in the backyard,…read morebuilt snow forts and had a snowball fight, so much fun. The layout, the quality of the house, the location, super comfortable beds and toasty warm bedrooms, all the little dog extras that only a fellow dog owner would even think of, it really was just perfect, thank you so much for letting us rent your home. We will most definitely be coming back.

We are homeowners in Tahoe Donner and started using VRA property management company last year. The…read moreVRA team is reliable, and responsive, and they provide exceptional customer service. They are also nice people to work with and have been helpful with suggestions to improve our home and guest experience. We trust that they will take care of our home and provide excellent service to guests. They are a vast improvement over our previous property management agency. We are extremely satisfied with their services and highly recommend VRA.

I now live in Tahoe full-time and have used many other local cleaning services for my vacation…read morerental here. My rental is my only source of income so when the cleaners were late or things were broken and not fixed because I was not notified, guests would not have the best experience. I even caught one group of Mexican cleaners putting sheets just in dryer and not even washing them! That's when I started doing all the laundry myself! Unfortunately, some circumstances in my life caused me to not be able to actively manage the rental as I use to. I was in dire need of people who could do more, get the job done, and communicate with me and let me know they hear me when I communicate with them. Finding Vacation rental assistance was a complete miracle for me. Not only are they on top of the cleaning, (and all linens are provided by them and taken off sight for professional laundering) but many smaller maintenance issues as well and making sure the hot tub is cleaned and serviced between every set of guests. Their pricing is extremely fair, and I believe they earn it by keeping me informed of anything needed so I'm consistently receiving 5 star reviews from my guests. Which results in more bookings! I get pictures of any issues noticed after a guest leaves, which takes away a lot of stress! When they heard my beloved dog died, I even received flowers and a card. That's special. The professionalism via pre and post inspection reports, and ability to have a 24 hour on call handy man if you choose really makes owning a vacation rental much less stressful. Thanks to VRA I'm able to focus on my own healing and do more of giving back to my community. They are the most thorough, polite, professional, fair, people I've met in this industry, and I'm really so grateful for their whole team from the top down.

There are a lot of things to appreciate about this place. Apart from the name (and a love of…read moreplastic flowers outside and in), it is put together with good taste, and the strong personal touch makes a weekend here like being in the home of a friend. It set out in a very characterful way, is very well appointed and avoids the rustic trappings some other cottages in the Sierra have (no love bird birdhouses or deer-with-candlestick-in-its-back lamps or paint-by-numbers bear pictures here). Its also ideal for a small group or a couple (and this seems a rarity in Tahoe: 8 person cottages seem the norm). Our party was three adults, and it worked really well. The location, in the wooded back streets of Kings Beach, is nothing special (at least in winter when we were there) but we were out on the slopes all day anyway and it provides convenient access to North Star and, somewhat further away, Alpine and Squaw. It is also really close to the I80 and Truckee. Despite a snow storm the weekend of our visit, the back streets were well-ploughed, and we had no problem getting to it. We had a caretaker-oversight which soured our arrival (no water) but the owners were very responsive the next day, got it sorted out quickly and were generally very helpful.

Pretty view, nice staff and delicious meats! The brisket was our favorite! The mac n cheese and…read morepotato salad were also super tasty sides. Definitely recommend if you're in the mood for affordable comfort food with a cute patio vibe.

We had the best weekend up in Truckee this past weekend. We truly enjoyed getting to know the…read moreowners and their amazing staff. Talk about some hard workers! This small town family did it all and made us feel like close friends. We will be back soon for sure. Thank you Matt and Wendy!

Would like to express my gratitude for Adam from Northstar. So helpful when we were trying to work…read morethe keyless entry to our unit. Adam provided a great welcome and was very pleasant, patient and instructful. I hope workers like Adam are well appreciated by their employer for their diligence and working knowledge. We could very well have been stuck out in the cold for quite some time if it hadn't been for Adam. The condo was very comfortable and a nice refuge for a few nights. A little dated in decor but with all the conveniences you could need for a pleasurable stay. Clean and quiet in an incredibly beautiful setting. We will be back.

This is a rental condo right in the Northstar ski resort (about 600 yards from the village, with a…read morefree shuttle). Six of us just came back from a weekend there, and it was a very nice rental! It sleeps up to 7 people, on 3 twin beds and 2 queens. There was free wireless and even a laptop available for guest use. The kitchen was well-stocked with plates, glasses, and basic tools; there were lots of extra blankets if you got cold (which we didn't); and the furniture was comfortable and pretty good quality. Gas fireplace. The house was childproofed, which didn't matter to us, but was a nice touch. The only drawback was really the stairs. There are stairs up to the front door, and the condo is 3 stories. So going from the street to the master bedroom, you have to climb three flights of stairs, which is hard to do when you first arrive at altitude, or are carrying ski gear! Also, the stairs outside stayed icy all day, and one person slipped and fell quite hard. Be sure to completely fill out your parking pass. Even though it says it's valid for three weeks, you have to fill out the expiration date or you will get a ticket or be towed.

Cute and very clean. No frills: no staff on site, no complimentary water, no air conditioning, self…read morecheck-in by text, but everything went smoothly and price was very reasonable for the location. Room temperature maintained by a gas fireplace controlled by the wall thermostat. Cozy vibes. Pretty spacious room for relaxing after being out, with a separate table and chairs, which we used to play a board game. Furniture was newer and reasonably comfortable. Parking close to the rooms. Waterfront right across the street and a little cafe in walking distance for quite bites. Bathroom was standard but the water pressure was very low. You also have to open a high window to vent to avoid the alarm going off. Bed was comfortable and the room looked renovated. All in all, it worked out pretty well for a quick stay. TIP: The first floor rooms in the back are kind of below ground. Front faces the pool, but you have to go down stairs from parking to get to the room.

Very nice and cozy little roadside inn. Our king-bed room was nicely appointed with a TV, fridge,…read moremicrowave, and coffeemaker. I found the bed exceptionally comfortable--firm but still cushy. The room felt spacious without being overly large, and the live gas fireplace was perfect for an otherwise chilly spring day here in Lake Tahoe. The bathroom was OK--nothing special but nothing terrible either. Except maybe the shower, which had very little water pressure and hard to adjust temp control. I was an also a little disappointed that there wasn't an open lobby for checking in; everything for our stay was handled by phone. It was also a little weird to have to walk downstairs from the parking lot to our room, but it was fine. That said, our room was poolside and we also had a view of Lake Tahoe out our sliding glass door. All in all, for the great price we got I really can't complain. It's a great option--and walking distance to Pep's for breakfast is a big plus.

Looking for a place with cozy cabin vibes, a warm gas fireplace and lakefront views? Look no…read morefurther. The property is small but in a prime location for Lake Tahoe activities. There is a private beach for lake activities and only 15min from Northstar ski resort. Safeway grocery store is less than 1/4mile away and lots of restaurants close by. Unfortunately there is only one parking space per unit and any additional cars must be parked off the property. There is trash and towel service twice a week. Laundry facilities are free but there are only 2 washers and 2 dryers for the entire property. Detergent is $2 and can be purchased at the front desk. Because of a snow storm we could not make it on the first day and arrived late on the second day. The staff at the front desk (Erin, Kelly, Kailee) were all accommodating with the late check-in process and texted instructions on how to retrieve our card keys since the office close at 6pm.

The positives: Very clean. The communication is fantastic. View of the lake is priceless. You can…read moreenjoy the property without being bothered, just be respectful. Bed, even though a Murphy is quite comfortable. Having your own assigned parking spot is super convenient. After hours check in was straight forward & easy. The private & protected swim/kayake launch area is great. BBQ's are plentiful & work great. Loved watching the sunrise & sunset from the pier. Had a great time playing ping pong. Full kitchen is stocked & great for preparing meals. The not so great: Temperature in the room runs warm, no matter what you do. We left most windows open 24/7 & were still warm - even with snow outside. To complicate that - leaf blowers...run all day long. Do they carry around extra batteries? No joke - from 8am to after 5pm, it doesn't stop. When you have to leave windows open to not boil in the room - the noise from the leaf blowers = nousicance. The pillows are crazy full. Make your neck hurt firm. I ended up filling my own pillowcase with a small blanket I brought. If you trade through II, for a sleeps 2 privately/with a kitchen - that's exactly what you get. A room with a kitchen in it. It's pretty intimate to co-habitate for a week together. We did ok but it would be awkward if your not super close/familiar with each other. $25 a day "resort fee", no matter what the season & no matter what type of room you have. No kayakes, no pool - doesn't matter = $25 a day. We won't be back, unfortunately. Might be better in a larger unit during a different time of year.

Clean rooms, friendly staff, comfortable beds, nice balconies we will totally stay here again. Got…read morea better rate on a 3rd party site I wish they would match rates as I would rather book through the hotel directly but they say that they don't. Coffee bar in the lobby needs cream not fat free milk but other than that it was great!!

I would not recommend Gravity Haus due to their poor customer service. I let them know they we…read morecouldn't make the stay due to a winter storm. They were not helpful in helping me get a refund even after they released my room. It tells me that they were all too happy to double dip in keeping my money and the money of the customers who took my reserved room. They did not care that the winter storm caused me to not use my reservation.

I had a great experience snowshoeing at the Northstar Cross Country Center!…read more I purchased a pass for $71 (steep, but cheaper than skiing so whatever!) and road the gondola up to the center. It was easy to get there from the village and there is clear signage directing guests to the center. Plus, the gondola is scenic and fun! The staff were super friendly and helpful. They reviewed the trail map with me and gave me route recommendations based on the trail conditions following a week of heavy snow. The center is equipped with hot water and clean restrooms. I especially appreciated the Caboose Warming Hut along my route - it was such a treat enjoying a warm beverage in a snowy meadow as I took a break from snowshoeing. There were plenty of scenic trails to explore and I enjoyed the views of the lake about 3.5 miles from the center. I brought my own snowshoes and trekking poles, but they have rental gear if needed. This was a fun way to spend the day while my friends went skiing. Definitely beats waiting in the village. ;)

I have held a season pass to Northstar Ski Resort for six consecutive years; however, an experience…read moreat the resort left me feeling utterly frustrated. The conditions here seem to deteriorate with each passing year. First, the resort's mobile app is extremely unreliable. The app often indicates that certain trails have just been groomed by snowcats, yet when I actually go to ski them, I discover that several runs clearly haven't seen a groomer in days. This dissemination of false information is not only misleading but also jeopardizes skier safety and severely detracts from the overall guest experience. Furthermore, last month, the Comstock lift experienced frequent operational failures,attributable to staff handling,which clearly demonstrates an urgent need for professional staff training. Second, the management here appears to be extremely lax. During the early morning hours a time when operational efficiency should be at its absolute peak,staff members were observed sitting around chatting in plain sight, completely neglecting their duties. This lackadaisical attitude projects an image of extreme unprofessionalism to the public. Worse still, a male employee working at the ski lifts displayed a rude and highly aggressive attitude. This abysmal level of customer service is absolutely unacceptable, particularly at a ski resort that is supposed to prioritize the "guest experience" above all else. In summary, this was a deeply disappointing experience. Management must take full responsibility for the current situation and immediately implement measures to effectively enhance staff training and supervision. I hope the next ski season brings with it a completely renewed experience.