1402 Oxen Run RoadTruckee, CA 96161

A Thoughtfully Reimagined Northstar Retreat Surrounded by towering pines and bordered by open space on three sides, this extensively remodeled Northstar retreat offers a rare combination of privacy, architectural warmth, and modern mountain comfort—all within walking distance of Northstar Village. Thoughtfully redesigned and meticulously maintained by the owner, a licensed General Contractor, the home reflects an exceptional level of craftsmanship and intentionality throughout. Every detail has been carefully curated to create a sophisticated yet welcoming alpine retreat designed for effortless year-round living. Vaulted cedar ceilings, expansive walls of glass, and wide-plank hickory flooring bring warmth and natural light into the home's dramatic gathering spaces. The open-concept floorplan flows seamlessly between the remodeled kitchen, dining area, and great room, creating an ideal environment for entertaining, relaxing, and connecting after a day in the mountains. Custom alder millwork, designer lighting, heated tile flooring, upgraded baths, and modern metal railings elevate the interior aesthetic while preserving the timeless character of a true Tahoe mountain home. One of the home's most beloved features is its unique treehouse feel. Elevated among towering pines and surrounded by open space, the home offers an immersive connection to nature rarely found in Northstar. From watching birds perched just outside the windows to enjoying fresh snowfall from the warmth of the primary suite, every season is experienced from a front-row seat in the forest. Privately perched among the treetops, the primary suite offers a truly magical retreat that feels more like a luxury treehouse than a traditional bedroom. Wake to fresh snowfall drifting through the pines, watch the moon rise through the forest canopy from the comfort of bed, or step outside to enjoy a meteor shower under Tahoe's dark skies. Surrounded by nature and immersed in privacy, the suite creates a rare connection to the outdoors that transforms everyday moments into memorable experiences. Outdoor living is equally compelling, with expansive Trex decks, multiple lounge areas, a private Hot Springs spa, sauna, and peaceful forest surroundings that create an immersive connection to nature. The setting offers exceptional privacy and direct access to the outdoors, with nearby connections to the Northstar Village trail system, Big Springs Trail, the Tahoe Rim Trail, Watkins Lake hiking access, and winter snowshoeing right from the property. A convenient trail connection behind the home provides walkable access to Northstar Village for dining, shopping, skiing, concerts, and year-round recreation. Adding to the home's unique character, the historic Oxen Run trail—once used by oxen pulling timber for early mining operations—runs just behind the property, offering a rare connection to Northstar's rich mountain history. Designed for both luxury and livability, the home includes an impressive collection of thoughtful upgrades and infrastructure improvements. Highlights include heated kitchen flooring, custom bath vanities, Symphony automated blinds, a Lopi Evergreen wood stove, dual high-efficiency furnace systems, primary suite air conditioning, a 75-gallon direct-vent water heater, EV charging, upgraded interior and exterior lighting, a reengineered driveway, heated rain gutters with a professionally engineered aluminum rail system, and electric bear deterrent cables. Offered furnished and move-in ready, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly turnkey Northstar residence where craftsmanship, comfort, privacy, history, and mountain lifestyle come together seamlessly.