Vacation condo in Northstar village. Perfect location overlooking the mountain.
Apartment in Northstar Drive
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsSki in / Ski out, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this apartment rental
Most exclusive address in the Village at Northstar™, the Great Bear Lodge features the most luxurious 3 bedroom/ 3.5 bathroom condominium, with views of the outdoor skating rink, the mountain slopes and the valley. Experience the ultimate North Lake Tahoe vacation rental in privacy that begins with direct elevator access into the home, paired with a perfect location in the heart of the Village at Northstar™.
My rates are anywhere between 15-30% off of the price of booking directly with Northstar Village for the same ski-in/ski-out condominium!
My rates are anywhere between 15-30% off of the price of booking directly with Northstar Village for the same ski-in/ski-out condominium!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Ski in / Ski out
Map of Northstar Drive
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Reviews
Summary of reviews
Spacious rooms, great location, accommodating host, VIP treatment with private elevator access, well-stocked kitchen, convenient ski storage, and parking. Perfect for family ski trips!
5.0
We loved staying here, a lot more spacious than we expected. The home was well stocked with condiments, pillows, blankets, towels. Property manager was extremely kind and let us check out late. The amenities on site you can’t beat - always something going on. Restaurants are all delicious.
5.0
What a welcoming place. We were in town for a family wedding. From the moment we stepped off the elevator straight into the condo, we enjoyed our stay. Plenty of space to spread out, extremely well appointed kitchen with everything you need to host a family dinner and cooling AC to escape the summer heat Nice deck overlooks the rink, rec center access with lots of activities and great underground parking It’s also very easy for an elder relative with rollator to get around I look forward to planning another stay here
5.0
We had an awesome time in this rental!! We loved how spacious, clean and accessible to everything!! We'll definitely want to stay here again!!
4.0
We had never stayed at the Northstar Village before and the whole resort felt very swanky and fun! The unit was beautiful with a fun cabin vibe and the location was so convenient with a great view of the skating rink. The rooms and living area were good sized and each room had an en-suite. We really enjoyed the resort amenities (gym, pool, etc.). The check in process was a bit confusing in that there are 4 possible places to check in, we found it on the third try. The unit was mostly clean, but the third bedroom had sheets that smelled like body odor and the bunk beds had broken steps. We also nearly ran out of toilet paper. Communication with the owner was delayed, but they were super accommodating and let us check out early. All in all we would definitely stay there again.
5.0
Really spacious , great location .....
5.0
Perfect location, spacious rooms, lots of kitchen/bathroom supplies. The host was very accommodating, allowing us to reschedule due to weather advisory. Would definitely come back in the future.
5.0
Adult Girl Ski Trip. Accomodatins were perfect. Loved the balcony overlooking the village and hearing the music and activity! Unit was more spacious than the photos. We've never had a private elevator open up to the entry before! Very VIP!!!
4.0
There place and location were great! Perfect for a week at Northstar with family and friends. We’d book again… super convenience and comfortable.
Our only suggestion is that they need some wine glasses and the microwave didn’t seem to work. Otherwise, all was terrific!
5.0
Great property, right in the heart of the village. Great communication with host
5.0
Wonderful location overlooking the Northstar ice rink. Ski storage locker on the first floor is great for keeping your equipment. Two minute walk to the lifts. Also very nice underground parking with easy access to the elevator that goes directly into your room - no trudging down the hallway with all your gear.
Unit is in good condition for a ski village - a few dings but nothing major. Nice kitchen appliances, the gas oven worked perfectly. Well stocked kitchen for all of our cooking and a convenient mini grocery store just a 2 minute walk away for getting supplies.
Hard to imagine a much better spot for a family ski trip!
5.0
Right above the center of the Village. Great spot!
3.0
We stayed here in March 2023.
PROS:
- Location is amazing. Great access from garage parking with the elevator opening right into the unit.
- Great balcony that overlooks the skating rink and didn’t find it noisy
- Plenty of room for 3 adults and 3 kids and can fit more
CONS:
- As some of the prior reviews mentioned, the place was not clean…and I mean not CLEANED. Our boys found a beer can in the bunk bed!?
- None of the beds were clean or sheets changed
- Towels from prior guest were still on the floor
- Crumbs all over the counter and table
- Garbage was not emptied
- Dirty dishes in dishwasher
- We ended up starting a load of towels and stripped the kids beds ourselves to wash the sheets so we could get them settled. We also started the dishwasher to get some clean plates. Not a great first few hours.
- Also previously mentioned, there were no wine glasses, but I guess that’s a minor issue compared to the sheets/towel situation
I contacted the owner and he sent over the cleaners, although we waited 1.5hrs for them to get there. We then sat at the dirty table for another 2hrs, while the cleaners cleaned the unit. Cleaners were great, but the whole situation was not.
Epic snow conditions made up for it though!
4.0
Great place to stay if you want to stay in the village. Check in was super easy, parking was ten feet from the elevator (which opens directly into the room) and plenty of space for 3 adults and 3 kids.
5.0
Saeed is an excellent host - unit very comfortable and perfectly situated ! All we’re comfortable!
4.0
Extremely convenient ski in/ski out location in Northstar village with an amazing view of the ice skating rink! The condo itself is rather spacious and actually nicer than listing photos, however, there are LOTS of repairs needing to be done and desperately needs a deep cleaning, or even a light dusting.
I would NOT recommend this condo if you’re planning on entertaining or cooking meals, or are expecting a luxurious stay. The oven does not work, the ice machine is broken, there was ONE wine glass, knives are dull, and pots and pans are covered in leftover food and grease. Lots of dust on furniture, blinds, etc and crumbs on counters, tables and floor. Really have a hard time believing that a cleaning service comes in between each stay.
However, despite all this, we really enjoyed our stay! The ski in/ski out location is unbeatable, and you can enjoy free live music in the evenings from the convenience of the balcony!
1.0
I’ve used VRBO for over a decade and never had such a bad experience as I did at this rental.
The location was:
Dirty: Meat juices and onion on cutting boards; Rooms not vacuumed
Worn: Paint and carpet are trashed; Missing towel holders; Broken toilet paper holders
Disrepair: Broken TVs; Broken audio equipment
The Father seemed trustworthy but the Son is absolutely terrible. Refuses to pick-up the phone and/or return an email.
Do yourself a favor: Spend your money elsewhere.
5.0
Check in was smooth, the elevator opens directly into the place. It was very clean and updated. First time doing ski in ski out and didn't realize how invaluable it is. Bringing my kids back during a break and then going right back up was a great experience. Will definitely be staying again
1.0
Worst experience ever on VRBO. Dishonest host.
We are frequent users of VRBO and have never left a bad review before this. My wife checked in and the property was filthy. Lights did not work, etc. Looked nothing like the pictures. She decided that she could not stay there and contacted the host. The host promised to refund our money so we checked into another property. After frequent attempts to contact the host afterwards, we realized that he would not honor his offer to refund our money. Do not stay here!
5.0
Amazing location
We loved our stay and we will be back!
3.0
Property Not Clean
The property is in a great location but it’s not clean or well kept! I would not rent this unit again but would stay in the lodge again.
5.0
Amazing New Years Retreat!
The spacious balcony offered a beautiful view of the heart of the village and a front row seat away from the crowd for the New Years firework show! Luxurious & convenient. Perfect for our family of all ages. We definitely plan to stay here again.
5.0
My family loved the location and view of the condo.
1.0
We were charged double the price we paid at the beginning.
I booked our place for my family to stay for my wedding back in February 2021 because I was planning ahead and making sure my family had somewhere to stay. I paid in full for Friday and Saturday night for August 20th and 21st for my wedding weekend 1,033 total with fees. Then went on to plan all the rest of my wedding a second time due to Covid. Then 3 weeks before my wedding I wake up to an alert on my phone it the middle of the night at midnight saying my room for 10 people to stay has been canceled. So I panic because now all my closest family coming to visit out of town for my wedding has no where to stay! And everywhere else is booked up by now that sleeps this many people because it is too close to the date. So I look to see if they are unavailable that day due to an emergency or something wrong with our room. Nope. They have canceled me without contacting me at all, 3 weeks before my wedding and relisted the exact same place available for booking the exact same dates it is now just going to cost me 2,059. So I contacted their 24 help contact at 1:00am and explained what happened. They told me it is completely messed up, very bad behavior, and they will fine the owner but that’s all they can do. So I go to sleep, wake up the next day and call them again to talk to someone different because I don’t understand how this is ok. How can they not have a policy in place that a renter can’t cancel at that late of notice and increase the price I have to pay by over 1,000 when I planned ahead of time and booked it in February so I wouldn’t have to be worried about my family not having a place to stay for my wedding on top of all the other wedding stress including Covid, fires, and general last minute planning. HOW DOES VRBO NOT HAVE A POLICY IN PLACE THAT PREVENTS THIS FROM HAPPENING TO PEOPLE. IT IS SO MESSED UP. The second customer service person I talked to told me the same thing. They see what he did to me and see how wrong it is and that he will be reported and penalized. But I still was forced to pay an extra 1,000 or my family wouldn’t have a place to stay for my wedding because at this late of notice there was no where else available to book for 10 people.
To summarize. This person lacks integrity, morals, common human decency. And will scam you out of money without even contacting you.
3.0
Nice condo and location, but many maintenance issues.
Firstly, I booked the property 2 months in advance and then the owner cancelled me without notice or reason 2 weeks before the trip. I then rebooked for a portion of my original stay and had the following problems:
1. 2 of the 3 toilet paper holders were broken
2. The window opener in the spare bathroom was broken
3. The lights above the stove were inoperable.
4. I got stuck in the queen bed spare bedroom for an hour because the door would not open from the inside. The door knob is not functioning properly.
5. Three of the four master bathtub jets were not working.
6. The faucet handle in the master bathroom sink was loose.
7. The wine refrigerator was not working
8. The ice maker in the kitchen refrigerator was not working.
5.0
Spacious condo in prime location
It is really a great place. Big rooms, comfortable beds, and open floor plan with a large kitchen if your planning on cooking your meals. BBQs are located across thexskate rink for community use. Garage parking located below with an elevator which opens into the condo.
5.0
Amazing Condo with Phenomenal View
Absolutely beautiful and spacious. This condo was exactly as described. The balcony itself made the whole stay worth it. Ours was a family trip for 5 people, my wife, myself and three young adult children, ages 18 to 23. We wanted a place that had enough room for all of us to spread out and also have some sort of entertainment for our family. This condo at the Northstar Village was absolutely incredible. The private elevator access directly to the condo, the garage and the private lobby was so cool. My wife and I spent much of the time hanging out on the huge 4th floor balcony which overlooks the skating rink and recreation area all surrounded by the beautiful trees of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The Northstar Village had plenty activities for our family and the pizza place was excellent. There was also a Starbucks right below our condo. Our host was also very helpful and responsive any time we had a question. We loved our stay here and definitely plan to return.
4.0
Annual family ski trip
This is the best location at the village on Northstar. Looks out over the ice rink. The owner was extremely helpful and responsive
We will return
5.0
Delightful
My family had an incredible stay. The location was convenient and the condo was comfortable and spacious. We had a delightful stay and look forward to returning.
5.0
Thanksgiving getaway
Due to COVID travel restrictions, we opted not to fly home for Thanksgiving with 3 children. Instead, we traveled 2 hours to this gorgeous condo for a week of skiing opening week at the resort. We couldn't have asked for much more! The condo is beautiful!! There was more than enough room for my family of 5 and my mom. I saw some reviews about how noisy it is staying in the village, but I'm a light sleeper and still wasn't bothered by it. We will definitely book this room again when we go back to Northstar!
5.0
Beautiful place, ideal location.
The apartment is excellent. Rooms are all comfortable and the living space is large for a big group. Can't beat the location and high end feel of the home. Extremely convenient
5.0
Property was great with good accommodations. Lot to do around the property
This property offered a lot of amenities and closeness to lake. My family really enjoyed it
5.0
Convenient location and extremely comfortable
Great location even for summer with so many biking and jogging trails right outside the door. Great views. Comfortably furnished and well appointed
5.0
January 2020
My family of 6 stayed for 3 nights. The condo was in excellent condition, with nice furnishings (as pictured) & had everything needed to entertain another family for dinner. The condo was very clean. The owner was easy to communicate with. The check in and out process was very easy. The location is excellent. We would definitely stay again.
1.0
A pig stye
Avoid at all costs
5.0
Tahoe/Truckee/Northstar
This property is beautiful, as advertised - great size for our family. Beds were amazing and comfy. The smoke alarm was a little touchy and went off every time we opened the oven, but other that that it couldn't have been more perfect. We would love to come back and stay again. Thank you for sharing your property with us!
3.0
Great Location, Poorly Cared For
Great location. Size of unit was perfect for our family. Owner was very responsive when I called after not receiving check in instructions. I wouldn't rate this as a luxury unit, as there were MANY repairs needed throughout the unit and a multiple areas that needed to be cleaned (random splatter stains on walls and furniture). It worked out for our family as we were only there to sleep, but had we booked it to be in the room more I would have been extremely dissatisfied. I did email the owner with the long list of repairs/cleanliness. Hopefully they will follow up on those so future guests won't have the same experience.
5.0
Great place
It was a great experience!!! One of my best vacations ever!!!
5.0
Excellent property!
This is the most enjoyable place to stay for skiing at Northstar. So close to lifts, park below. It’s great!
5.0
amazing location, tons of space, and view thats hard to beat
really loved the connected garage structure leading directly into the condo. the condo is really spacious and seems like the owner added new flat screens to all the rooms. we were there during a massive snow storm but being steps from the slopes made it perfect. cant wait to come back next year.
5.0
BEAUTIFUL condo in a PERFECT location in the Northstar Village
I couldn't have been happier after choosing this place to rent for the weekend. It is a large, spacious, very new and luxurious condo. It has an amazing balcony which over looks the main part of the village with the ice skating rink. The lobby is right to a Starbucks as well, and it's a couple hundred feet walk to the Gondola to go up to ski/snowboard. The owner was very responsive to any need as well. Definitely will come back here next time in Tahoe.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Northstar Drive?
The average price for a rental in Northstar Drive is $590 per night. This rental is $273 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Vacation condo in Northstar village. Perfect location overlooking the mountain. . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Vacation condo in Northstar village. Perfect location overlooking the mountain. . Enjoy the water!
Is Vacation condo in Northstar village. Perfect location overlooking the mountain. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Vacation condo in Northstar village. Perfect location overlooking the mountain. ?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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