1930's Real Tahoe Cabin on the River - Charming & Historic
- Minimum stay:2-3 nights
- Internet:No
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Make you own family history and memories in this historic, vintage cabin furnished in period décor. Feel the magic of this authentic, 1930's, ''Old Style,'' Tahoe cabin with the Yuba River in your back yard (literally), in the sweet community of Kingvale (near Donner Summit and Soda Springs).
Avoid the traffic of the Tahoe basin, yet be close to all that the Tahoe area has to offer. This truly special property offers a unique experience. Minutes from Boreal, Sugar Bowl, Donner Ski Ranch, Royal Gorge and the Pacific Crest Trail. 10 min. to Donner Lake. Great location when coming from SF/Bay Area (Eastbound Hwy 80) -- easy in and out (chain requirement only applies after you pass the Kingvale exit).
Located near Donner Summit, in a sleepy community called Kingvale, (5 min. from Soda Springs), on Hwy 80. This Non-Smoking cabin is 1700 square feet, has knotty pine inside with log accents, a beautiful big stone fireplace, and separate dining area. No sheetrock. Modern heating. A large deck faces the river. Sunny in summer, lots of snow in winter. Let the kids just play outside.
Kingvale is a forested community of charming 1930's and '40's cabins and unpaved roads - it's almost like going back in time. Enjoy a magical retreat where you can relax and play in the summer sun or the winter snow. There are only a couple of owners who rent their cabins in Kingvale. This is a unique opportunity to share in the magic of this cherished place.
Drive to the front door in spring/summer/fall. Walk from the parking lot in winter -- like the ''olden days'' (about 2 blocks to the cabin). 2 cars maximum in winter.
Cancellation Policy: Full refund 30+ days in advance.
Less than 30 days in advance, we will make every attempt to re-rent the dates and give a full refund for days re-rented. Any remaining days will be credited toward a future midweek, or short notice weekend vacancy.
Property Type
- Cabin
- 1700 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
- Children Welcome
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 2
- 1 double
- Bedroom 3
- 1 double
- Bedroom 4
- 1 double
- Loft
- 3 twin/ single
- Living room
- 1 sleep sofa /futon
- Queen
- Queen sofa bed in living room next to fireplace.
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Full 1
- toilet, shower
- Full 2
- toilet, tub, shower
- Clawfoot tub/shower
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- CD Player
- Video Library
- Television
- Books For Kids
- DVD Player
- Books For Adults
- Stereo
- Books
- Games For Kids
- Satellite / Cable
Theme
- Adventure
- Family
Attractions
- Forests
- Marina
- Autumn Foliage
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas
- Playground
- Restaurants
Car
- Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Walking
- Miniature Golf
- Bird Watching
- Scenic Drives
- Paddle Boating
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Outlet Shopping
- Boating
- Sight Seeing
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding
- Antiquing
local services and businesses
- ATM/Bank
- Hospital
- Groceries
Location Type
- Mountain
- Resort
- Rural
- River
- Waterfront
- Village
sports and adventure activities
- Tennis
- Whitewater Rafting
- Water Skiing
- Sailing
- Hiking
- Jet Skiing
- Skiing
- Kayaking
- Fly Fishing
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Water Tubing
- Snowmobiling
- Rock Climbing
- Swimming
- Cross Country Skiing
- Mountaineering
- Rafting
- Snowboarding
- Freshwater Fishing
- Mountain Climbing
- Golf
- Mountain Biking
Amenity
- Sleep Sofa /Futon
- Queen
- Double
- Twin/ Single
Dining
- Dining Room
General
- Wood Fireplace
- Shampoo
- Towels Provided
- Mobile Phone
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Linens Provided
- Toilet Paper
- Sofa Bed
- Hair Dryer
- Basic Soaps
- Laundry Soap
- Fireplace
- Firewood
- Parking Off Street
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cooking Utensils
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Oven
- Kitchen
- Pantry Items
- Toaster
- Freezer
- Refrigerator
- Coffee Maker
- Coffee Grinder
- Microwave
Outside
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Walkway To Water
- Wood Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Reviews
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Charming and quiet
Charming and quiet
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 04/02/13
- Review Submitted 04/16/13
Had a great time! 2nd time the family and I have been there. Place is exactly what's needed for a large family or group that want to turn off, tune out and spend quality time together. River running through the back yard is awesome sight to wake up to. Nearby Truckee is quaint little town where you can grab a Starbucks and other conveniences. Landlord is pleasant to deal with.Owner response: Kudos to you for making that quality time with your family actually happen. One of the best possible uses of a cabin.
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Beautiful place to stay!!!
Beautiful place to stay!!!
- Guest ZO
- Date of stay 08/13/12
- Review Submitted 10/03/12
The cabin was wonderful!! Our two boys LOVED walking on the rocks in the back yard, and just running around. They also fell in love with the GIANT teddy bear!! Thank you for making it such a quaint and family friendly place to stay. We hope to contact you again. Best wishes to you!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Owner response: Kids really respond to being "in the woods" and just playing outside. Nature really is the best playground. --Amanda
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Vacation Rental 974631
Vacation Rental 974631
- Guest Judy E.
- Date of stay 09/07/12
- Review Submitted 09/28/12
We had a Great Cabin Experience and Stay This cabin was just the perfect balance between old and new. It worked out great for our growing extended family, as it even had privacy and separation between the adult quarters. We wanted our Grand-kids to experience staying at a real cabin in the mountains, not just a modern house in woods, and that is just what we got. Yet with all the rustic and vintage charm of a true cabin, it still has modern conveniences of having two full bathrooms, four bedrooms plus an open loft, a kitchen with many appliances and even an updated electrical system. Great job on that, as you don't see the new wires running all over to the new plugs or fixtures. Due to the late summer season, the adjacent river had only small pools and pockets of water and was pretty much dry, but actually it even worked out even better going a short distance to Donner Lake where the Grand-kids could fish from the many free Public Piers along the North Shore. There is also a lot of history in the area, with the Pioneer Trail and first railroad line over the Sierras that just a short distance away. The star viewing at night was a treat as well. We would recommend this to anyone that wants to experience such a cabin with a great vintage flavor.Owner response: Glad to hear how well the cabin worked for your multi-generational family gathering. The bedroom downstairs is perfect for the elders so they don't have to climb stairs. Good job making family history and memories in this historic cabin. --Amanda
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Charming and authentic
Charming and authentic
- Guest Bottfam
- Date of stay 06/22/12
- Review Submitted 07/03/12
This cabin has been thoughtfully and lovingly restored to allow visitors to experience a simpler time without sacrificing comfort. Everywhere you turn you'll find something to bring a smile or refresh a long-forgotten memory. The owners have anticipated your needs in every season, and you'll feel welcome and comfortable the minute you step inside. We enjoyed the covered front porch and the back deck which is open to the stars and surrounded by towering trees. The sound of the river, so close behind, is relaxing and soothing. Additionally, there is a booklet in the cabin compiled by the various owners of properties in this close-knit community of Kingvale, and you can read about how and when the cabins were built, many by Mr. Homer Bales, who built this cabin. My husband, a carpenter, continued to marvel at the beauty of the woodwork and cabinetry, all constructed before the advent of power tools. Amazing! We had a great time exploring the cabins and the town of Truckee, with its historic district, and the magnificent views on "Old Highway 40," just east of Kingvale (do yourself a favor and ignore Highway 80 once or twice on your way to Donner Lake!). We highly recommend a visit!Recommended for: Age 55+, people with disabilities, pet owners, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
Owner response: Thank you so much sending us a copy of the wonderful book you had published documenting your stay at our cabin. What a perfect way to memorialize your time together in Kingvale. We love it when our renter guests "get" the specialness of the cabin as much as we do. Many thanks for sharing your memories book with us. So thoughtful!
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A wonderful stay in Kingvale!
A wonderful stay in Kingvale!
- Guest Joseph
- Date of stay 11/25/11
- Review Submitted 11/28/11
We would like to take this time to thank you again for sharing your beautiful cabin with us! We had a wonderful time visiting Kingvale and Donner Lake. I love backyard being right next to the creek/river! Just a georgous setting! We wished we could have stayed there stayed longer.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
Owner response: We hope to see you again soon. Some of our renter families come back every year and make the cabin their home-away-from-home tradition.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$165 | |||||
| SPRING Apr 11 - May 23 2 night min stay |
$165 | $180 Fri, Sat |
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| SUMMER - EARLY May 24 - Jun 27 2 night min stay |
$195 | |||||
| SUMMER - MID Jun 28 - Aug 17 2 night min stay |
$220 | |||||
| SUMMER - LATE Aug 18 - Aug 29 2 night min stay |
$195 | |||||
| LABOR DAY Aug 30 - Aug 31 3 night min stay |
$220 | |||||
| FALL (Thanksgiving is $180/nt) Sep 2 - Dec 20 2 night min stay |
$165 | $180 Fri, Sat |
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| HOLIDAY SEASON/CHRISTMAS Dec 21 - Jan 3 2 night min stay |
$240 | |||||
| WINTER Jan 4 - Jan 17 2 night min stay |
$195 | $220 Fri, Sat |
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| MLK WEEKEND Jan 18 - Jan 20 2 night min stay |
$240 | |||||
| WINTER Jan 21 - Feb 14 2 night min stay |
$195 | $220 Fri, Sat |
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| PRES. WEEKEND Feb 15 - Feb 17 3 night min stay |
$240 | |||||
| PRES. WEEK ("SKI WEEK") Feb 18 - Feb 23 2 night min stay |
$220 | |||||
| WINTER Feb 24 - Apr 10 2 night min stay |
$195 | $220 Fri, Sat |
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Additional information about rental rates
5% OFF ALL 7+ NITE STAYS.
TAXES ARE INCLUDED IN THE RATE.
6 ADULTS MAX. (8 PEOPLE TOTAL, INCL. KIDS).
$10 ADD'L/ADULT/NITE AFTER FIRST 4 ADULTS.
CLEANING FEE: $75 UP TO 4 GUESTS, $100 5-6, $125 7-8
1/2 OF RENTAL FEE DUE AT BOOKING. BALANCE DUE 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO CHECK-IN DATE.
WILL ALLOW 1 NITE RENTALS IF IT FILLS A GAP IN THE SCHEDULE.
Until reservations are confirmed, rates are subject to change.
Fees:
- Refundable Damage Deposit: $300
- Taxes Included
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation Policy: Full refund 30+ days in advance. Less than 30 days in advance, we will make every attempt to re-rent the dates and give a full refund for days re-rented. Any remaining days will be credited toward a future midweek, or short notice weekend vacancy.
If you have any questions please contact the owner.
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1999
About the owner: We live in Fairfax, CA and also have a guest rental cottage in the back of our Fairfax home. We enjoy owning, managing, and improving our rental properties, and 'getting to know' our guest renters.
Why the Owner Chose Truckee:
We fell in love with the historic cabin itself, the community of Kingvale, the on-the-river location, and the ease of access to the Donner Summit area and it's resorts.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin:
Fish in the river from the back yard.
Avoid the traffic of the Tahoe Basin but have easy access to it.
Conveniently located minutes from the Donner Summit resorts.
Contact us
- Primary: +1 415 4977330
- Secondary: +1 (415) 497-7330
Links to more information:
Photos
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![Front view -- horseshoe driveway]()
Front view -- horseshoe driveway
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![Living room with wonderful big fireplace & Queen s]()
Living room with wonderful big fireplace & Queen s
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![One of three upstairs bedrooms]()
One of three upstairs bedrooms
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![Yuba river from our back yard in Winter]()
Yuba river from our back yard in Winter
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![Another upstairs Bedroom w/ double bed]()
Another upstairs Bedroom w/ double bed
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![Upstairs Bathroom w/ clawfoot tub/ shower]()
Upstairs Bathroom w/ clawfoot tub/ shower
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![Amanda chillaxing with a book on the back deck]()
Amanda chillaxing with a book on the back deck
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![Our nephew kayaking in the Lake]()
Our nephew kayaking in the Lake
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![Front view in Winter]()
Front view in Winter
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![Dining Room]()
Dining Room
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![Back yard with large (15' x 20') deck facing river]()
Back yard with large (15' x 20') deck facing river
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![Downstairs Bedroom w/ bathroom]()
Downstairs Bedroom w/ bathroom
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![Kitchen]()
Kitchen
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![River in Summer]()
River in Summer
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![Our daughter fishing off the bank of our back yard]()
Our daughter fishing off the bank of our back yard
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![The neighbor's cabin across the street -- so cute]()
The neighbor's cabin across the street -- so cute
+1 415 4977330