Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings

Truckee, California
$242 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Welcome to Hale Mauka, our home in the mountains. Our three bedroom, two bath house is truly our second home in Tahoe Donner. We are proud to be able to share it with you throughout the year.

Hale Mauka can comfortably sleep eight guests. A downstairs master suite with a 42in TV is down the hall from the full kitchen. Upstairs, the 'kid's room' contains two sets of bunk beds and a pair of fat boy bean bag stools for lounging. The other upstairs room has a 42in TV and queen bed. A fullliving room and dining room combine to give lots of room for families to stretch out and relax after a full day enjoying the Tahoe surroundings. There is a wood stove in the living room that can heat the entire home; baseboard heaters and humidifiers are also in each room to further control the temperature.

Don't want to totally unplug while you're away No worries -- high speed internet is included along with free WiFi for guests. Three LCD Smart TVs (55in in the living room, 42in in two bedrooms) have built-in Netflix/Hulu/Amazon Prime connections so you can stream videos to your heart's content. The living room TV also includes an HD cable feed so you can watch the major sports games in real time. A Mac Mini is in the loft along with an Airprint-capable printer, so you can surf the web or even get some work done if needed.

Located on Alder Creek Road, it is one of the first thoroughfares in Tahoe Donner to get plowed, providing clear access to your snow sport destinations. The Tahoe Donner Downhill ski area is 5 minutes away, as is the Alder Creek Adventure (Cross Country/Equestrian) Center. An easy jaunt down 89 takes you to Northstar, Squaw and other Tahoe destinations.

Great views of Alder Creek can be seen from the front deck. The rear deck leads to a wonderful backyard play area where kids can go downhill with the provided sleds or just roll around in the snow. You can even play horseshoes in the horseshoe pitch in the front yard.

The kitchen is fully equipped with cookware, utensils, and dinnerware. There is also a full size washer and dryer so you can pack lightly.

High thread-count sheets, down comforters and memory foam mattresses on all beds, along with soft towels ensure that you can relax in luxury after a full day of fun.

Tahoe Donner Private Amenity Access - Important Info for Our Guests
Our home is located in Tahoe Donner, and as a short-term tenant, you have access to Tahoe Donner’s public amenities (Downhill Ski Resort, Cross Country Ski Center, Snowplay, Golf Course, Bikeworks, Equestrian Center and all restaurants) during your stay. Access to Tahoe Donner’s private amenities (Beach Club Marina, Trout Creek Recreation Center, Northwoods Pool, and the Tennis + Pickleball Center) requires a valid Short-Term Tenant Card and Daily Access Fees at the time of entry. This property includes six (6) cards for use during your stay.

One Short-Term Tenant Card is required per person, ages 3+ (per day).
Short-term tenants with valid Short-Term Tenant Cards are required to pay Daily Access Fees to access private amenities.
Blackout dates apply during select peak/holiday periods for private amenities, at which time Short-Term Tenant Cards are not eligible for private amenity access (not applicable to public amenities). The 2026 blackout dates include:
Jan 17-19
Feb 14-16
May 23-25
July 1-5
Sept 5-7
Nov 26-29
Dec 24-Jan 3, 2027
You may learn more by visiting the STR Visitor Information website page.

NOTE: We strongly prefer to rent to family groups. Parties of 6 or more must include children in order for your booking request to be accepted.

Town of Truckee TOT Registration Certificate No. 026112

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby Ski Lift Privileges
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 1416 Sq Ft (132 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Showers Only Water-efficient Toilets Only
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Privileges Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Snow Sports Gear Tennis On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Shoshana N.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2026

    Stayed Feb 27, 2026

    Great space for traveling with kids! We loved the games, and being able to sit in the living room while watching the kids play in the snow outside was awesome!

  • Phillip P.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2026

    Stayed Mar 14, 2026

    Wonderful cabin with more than enough room for the four of us. We really enjoyed the well-stocked garage (firewood, snow toys), the wood stove, and the huge selection of games and puzzles! We felt right at home and the location was great for our trips to Soda Springs, Sugar Bowl, and even a visit to Reno! We would definitely return! Ed and Bernadette were very helpful and communicative.

  • Kirk F.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    For my first time renting a BnB style cabin, i was pleasantly surprized with how thoughtful and family-fun oriented they had set everything up to be. I think it was the small things that really added up to it being a very pleasant stay. Will be back.

  • Nico P.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2026

    Stayed Jan 22, 2026

    We had an really excellent stay. The house was clean, warm, comfortable for two families (each with two kids), and affordable. The location was very convenient for us, the kids loved sledding in the backyard every day. It was a wonderful home base for a great long weekend. Having the FireTV app on my iPhone helped a lot with managing the television.

  • Laurel H.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    Our host was kind and responsive. We had some issues with tech but were able to get it resolved. The amenities were ok, but had anticipated common items like shower soap and sponges and trash bags to be available. I think refreshing and updating their guest binder and directions for checking in would go a long way to make for a smoother stay for future guests.Otherwise, it was cozy, and plenty of space for all our guests. We had a good time!

  • Sheri P.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Hale Mauka is as wonderful for a families as all the reviews suggest. With three teenage sons between our two families, my brother's and my family had a memorable Christmas with several feet of snow, lots of good food that was easy to prepare in the well-equipped kitchen, and many hours of board games played on the nice big dining room table. Ed and Bernadette were kind and responsive hosts. I also appreciated the details that made it all work well - ample soft towels, lots of lanterns and a wood burning stove to make it through the power outage comfortably in the big snow storm, a great house layout for two families with room for separate and together time.

  • Stacy F.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Very easy check-in and the cabin is comfortable, well-maintained, and clean! We enjoyed the kitchen especially, bc it was very well-appointed. Thanks for a great stay!

  • James H.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    Truckee is a great place to stay. Place was great w/ the bunk room and location to downtown and Donner Lake.

  • Robin B.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    We brought my sons family including their 10 YO and 19 Month Old children. Plenty of fun toys and games. We would have liked a little empty cupboard space in the kitchen and a few less stairs but we had a great time. We appreciated the access to tech and all the plush bedding.

  • April M.

    Submitted Apr 10, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    We had a great stay. Cabin is just the perfect size for our family. It has all the things we needed. Good communication with host. Bed is comfortable. Kids enjoyed sledding at the back. Highly recommended.

  • Tavis M.

    Submitted Mar 5, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    My wife and 2 kids (3 and 2) had a great time at this location. Did a little sledding in the backyard, skiing at Donner ski hill (couple minute drive), sledding at the main sled hill on Northwoods and went to some good restaurants in the area. The location was perfect for our little getaway.

  • Heather S.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2025

    Stayed Feb 19, 2025

    Cozy, clean, and comfortably well-stocked for a family, from the well-appointed kitchen to the board games and sleds. And responsive owner.

  • Pat L.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2025

    Stayed Feb 12, 2025

    This is our second year coming to Hale Mauka for a winter trip and both times have been wonderful! The cabin is cozy, the backyard is a sledder’s dream, and Ed and Bernadette are helpful and caring hosts. Five stars!!

  • Melissa W.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    This was the perfect place to stay with my young children and inlaws. The downstairs bed/bath gave the inlaws some space and privacy (and us some distance from snoring ;P) while the upstairs bunkroom and 2nd bedroom/bathroom was ideal for us and the kids. The common living/dining area was cozy and the backyard was great for sledding with little kids. Also the property is close to many ski options, and the property as a whole was very clean and well maintained. We would definitely stay again!

  • Rhonda L.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    We had a great time. Amazing area. Everything was top notch!

  • April D.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2025

    Stayed Jan 4, 2025

    We had a wonderful 4 night stay at this property. The house was extremely clean. We all slept well. It’s very close to Sugarbowl where we have passes. Easy access to Safeway too. If you want take-out, not many places deliver so be prepared to pick up or just enjoy dinner out.Great communication with property owner and plenty of dry wood and kindling for the fireplace.Just two items to note: Alder Creek is a busy street and not appropriate to walk on. We enjoy walks in the neighborhood and to hiking trails. Not recommended here. Better to drive. Also, during the winter, there can be a lot of ice on the stairs leading to the house from the garage. Proceed with caution, especially when you are carrying something like wood from the garage to the house. All in all a great stay! We definitely recommend this home for families.

  • anna v.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    We stayed for one week over the New Years and had a wonderful time. The home is in a prime location for snow play. My kids had a wonderful time playing in the snow and sledding everyday. The home is well stocked with everything we needed. Ed communicated with us before and during our stay. I would not hesitate to book this home again for our next trip to Truckee.

  • Hanh p.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    This place was cozy and exactly what we needed for a quick weekend getaway!

  • Nevin T.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    Nice

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