Life is different in the mountains. It's a more relaxed pace with time to soak up all that sunshine, the great outdoors and that clean Sierra Nevada air. Having a place that gels with that lifestyle is key. And this mountain lodge fits beautifully from an aesthetic standpoint and a practical one. Located in exclusive Schaffer's Mill (a gated community in Truckee), the architecture here blends with the natural environment with views of the greenbelt and Northstar's famed backside ski slopes. The interior is equally unpretentious without forgoing luxury. Attention to details abounds with an open floor plan, tons of natural light and a focus on bringing the outdoors in. The primary suite is located on the first floor with guest rooms upstairs for maximum privacy. The furnishings are all upscale and what buyers would expect in a home built in 2023. A gas fireplace keeps you warm on those wintry nights and a two-car garage is a necessity when it's snowing outside. There's also a golf course, pool, fitness facility, shuttles to Northstar and a "home base" furnished clubhouse in the Northstar Village, tennis and pickleball courts. This home and its rustic mountain charm are perfect for full-time living, a vacation retreat and/or a rental property.