Tahoe Donner mountain retreat: fire pit, beach club, and trails

Truckee, California
$374 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 8

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Night 2 nights

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Welcome to your four-season mountain escape in Tahoe Donner, Truckee — where summer means lakeside kayaking and evening campfires, not just ski lifts.

This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sleeps up to 8 and sits right on Northwoods Blvd — the gateway to some of the most incredible outdoor recreation in the Sierra Nevada. Whether you are here for a family summer vacation, a hiking weekend, or a fall getaway, this home puts everything within reach.

THE HOME
Kick back in the open-concept living area with a fireplace, Smart TV, and fast WiFi. Cook together in the fully stocked kitchen. Then take it outside — the private deck has a dining table, chairs, and a fire pit for evenings under the stars. We also have both a BBQ grill and a flat grill for outdoor cooking. Washer/dryer on-site for longer stays.

- 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms — sleeps 8 comfortably
- Open living room with fireplace and Smart TV
- Fully stocked kitchen with dishwasher
- Private deck with outdoor dining, fire pit, BBQ and flat grill
- Washer/dryer in unit
- EV charger available ($40/stay — bring your own adapter)
- Free private parking

TAHOE DONNER HOA AMENITIES (available to guests for a daily fee per person)
As a guest of this home, you have access to one of the most impressive HOA amenity collections in the country:

- Beach Club Marina on Donner Lake: sandy beach, boat launch, kayak/paddleboard/pedal boat/sailboat rentals, and a lakeside cafe
- Trout Creek Recreation Center: heated pool, hot tub/jacuzzi, gym, and kids' play area
- Tennis and Pickleball Center: courts, clinics, and open play
- Coyote Moon Golf Course: one of the top public courses in California, right at the base of the neighborhood
- Equestrian Center: guided horseback rides through the forest
- Rec Hut: archery, rock climbing, disc golf, bocce ball, sand volleyball, lawn games, and geocaching
- Bikeworks: mountain and e-bike rentals steps from the trail system
- On-site dining: Pizza on the Hill, The Lodge restaurant, and Alder Creek Cafe

TRAILS RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR
The Donner Lake Rim Trail trailhead is accessible directly from Northwoods Blvd — steps from the house:

- Tahoe Donner Nature Loop: easy 2.1-mile loop, perfect for families and morning walks
- Donner Lake Rim Trail (DLRT): stunning 12-mile trail with panoramic views of Donner Lake and the Sierra Crest
- Glacier Way Trail: mix of fire road and singletrack, great for mountain biking
- Trout Creek Trail: peaceful paved trail connecting Tahoe Donner to historic downtown Truckee
- Pacific Crest Trail / Castle Peak: world-class backcountry terrain within 20 minutes

Over 70 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails run through Tahoe Donner's 3,400+ acres.

LOCATION
- 10 min to Donner Lake
- 10 min to Historic Downtown Truckee (restaurants, boutiques, live music)
- 20 min to North Lake Tahoe (Kings Beach, Sand Harbor)
- 15-20 min to Northstar, Sugar Bowl, and Boreal ski resorts
- 30 min to Reno-Tahoe International Airport

BOOKING PERKS
- 10% off weekly stays (7+ nights)
- 1 free night when booking Monday through Thursday (4-night minimum)

HOUSE RULES AND GOOD TO KNOW
- No pets, no smoking indoors, no parties or events
- Quiet hours after 10 PM
- Winter stays require AWD or 4WD vehicle for driveway access
- Deck not accessible in winter due to roof snow load
- Guest passes for HOA amenities are not included but are easily purchased on-site
- Tahoe Donner enforces a seasonal fire ban on wood/charcoal — the gas fire pit and gas BBQ are not affected

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Service Animals Only (pets Not Allowed)
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Donald B.

    Submitted Feb 11, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    Wonderful place. Quick responses from the host for questions. Thanks again.

  • Erin T.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Everything was immaculate and clean. It is a great option for the Tahoe Donner location.

  • Sean C.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Wonderful weekend. The house was very nice and good space in the backyard for the kids to play in the snow. We would stay here again!

  • Sophie Y.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    We had a fantastic stay at this cabin in Tahoe Donner! The home was well-stocked with everything we needed, including shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in the bathroom, plenty of cookware and trash bags in the kitchen, and an ample supply of towels. The space was clean, comfortable, and made for a relaxing getaway.The host was extremely responsive and answered any questions we had very quickly, which made our stay even smoother. Overall, we had a great experience and would highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a well-equipped, comfortable place to stay in Tahoe Donner. We’d definitely love to return!

  • Evan O.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    Great location and communication from the owner, very responsive. Nice layout, well appointed, having the garage was nice.

  • Kate A.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    We had a great time in Truckee. The cabin is cozy and clean. It is well stocked with everything you can think of (espresso machine, extra blankets, towels, qtips etc) It was perfect for our family.

  • Louise A.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 22, 2024

    This listing had no reviews but we really liked the location and it accepted our dog so we booked hoping for the best. It was roomy, had a well stocked kitchen and totally worked for the 5 of us. We shared a couple of issues e.g. door not closing to bathroom and suggested the cleaner be more attentive in a couple of areas. Also we thought we had left something behind and the owner very helpful in looking for it. We would totally stay here again.

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$374+
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