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The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome!

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A truly UNIQUE Log Home!!!
Vacation on the top of the world!
Gorgeous entrance from 3-car garage
Top Deck looking East to Stampede Lake
Top Deck weather over the Northstar and the Pacific Crest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 125250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Twin Sofa Beds

Loft Hide-a-Bed

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom - Half

Toilet

Guest Bathroom - Loft

Bathtub · Toilet

Guest Bathroom - Lower Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath Room

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome!

RECENT UPDATE - April 2025! New 8-person hot tub on the back deck!

The Log House is a gorgeous privately owned 5,250 sq. ft. log home in Truckee, CA constructed in 2005. The house is located in the Tahoe Donner Association at one of the highest home sites available ... 7,250 ft. near the Glacier Point trail portal within walking distance from the Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. The house has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, plus a loft with a very comfortable hide-a-bed which can be easily used as a 5th bedroom. A multi-room sound system enables music to be streamed throughout the house and a new theater system with 85" Sony Smart TV will keep you entertained. A 3-car garage keeps your cars safe from our incredible winter snow storms!

The Log House itself is loaded with amenities and must be seen to be believed. The Great Room has 25 ft. floor-to-ceiling windows and gas fireplace to compliment the immaculate views. The kitchen is fully loaded with stainless steel appliances -- refrigerator, 48 inch range with 2 ovens, built-in microwave, dishwasher and coffee/cappuccino machine. The bar & rec room area has its own refrigerator and dishwasher, another massive fireplace, wine cellar, steam shower, and dry sauna in addition to a highly functional work out area with Olympic weights and a stair master. The top rear deck has beautiful stainless steel barbeque, fire pit, two propane heaters, ample seating and a specially designed area for the 10-person jacuzzi that is sitting over 30 ft. above the ground and perfect for enjoying the massive views or the night stars.

The sleeping arrangements are as follows:
* Master Bedroom (king)
* Guest Bedroom I (king)
* Guest Bedroom II (queen)
* Guest Bedroom III (king)
* Loft (couch / hide-a-bed - unusually comfortable)

The Master Bedroom has its own gas fireplace and opens up to the top deck only footsteps from the jacuzzi. Both guest bedrooms open up onto the lower deck area so that all guests enjoy the same massive views from the comfort of their sleeping quarters.

This home is not only defined by the massive 24 inch plus logs but the incredible 180 degree views of Mt. Rose, the Truckee Meadow, Northstar Ski resort, the Pacific Crest, and Donner Pass from its two rear deck areas.

Guests of The Log House enjoy all the member benefits of the Tahoe Donner Association, including the Downhill Ski Area, Cross Country Center, Equestrian Center, Campground, 18-hole Golf Course, Recreation Center, Clubhouse and Beach Club Marina via two Transferable Guest Cards (good for 8 people).

Lake Tahoe is only 20 miles away from the property and is internationally known for offering visitors a bonanza of recreation, restaurants, and attractions. With so much to do you may want to visit the Official Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureau websites for the information you need to plan your vacation to the Lake Tahoe / Truckee area. Between the property and Lake Tahoe you have multiple world-class ski resorts including Palisades, Alpine Meadows and Northstar. Locally, within 10 miles you have multiple smaller lakes accessible for boating, fishing, and water sports including Lake Donner, Boca Lake, and Stampede Lake. Outdoor recreation activities in this area are endless ... so come enjoy!

This is snow country so make sure you plan for you 4-wheel drive vehicle if coming up in the winter season. The severity of weather from the Town of Truckee up to the house can change radically in the winter ... so it is very important to be prepared!

This is no ordinary vacation rental ... the logs, the views, and the amenities of this area must be experienced in order to be fully appreciated. So come join us for a vacation in the mountains you'll never forget!!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children must be supervised; mountain property!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strict NO SMOKING policy enforced!
Town of Truckee and Tahoe Donner Assoc. has strict Short Term Rental (STR) rules. Violation of these rules can result in fines to the homeowner.
It is the renter's responsibility to review these rules and abide by Town of Truckee STR rules and the Tahoe Donner HOA rules during your stay.
All fines incurred as a result of renter violations the amount will be charged to the renter as a security deposit charge.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 025554

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this vacation home is in the mountains. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake. KidZone Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.
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What's nearby

  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Donner Lake - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 22 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 23 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 17 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome!?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome! on Mar 29, 2026 start from $900, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

CAROLINE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Tahoe Donner

This log cabin is gorgeous and the views amazing! The access to hiking and biking trails is great as well. Our entire group felt comfortable and a great time was had by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and location

We had a great experience! Big, spacious house. The entry through the garage is a bit awkward for some folks that have a harder time with stairs but otherwise it was all great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful mountain escape

This cabin is spectacular. Not only are the views outstanding but you will find yourself marveling at the cabins construction with it's gaint logs inside and out. The inside layout is perfect for a family with teenagers. The owner is very responsive, accommodating and welcoming. I highly recommend this cabin and will plan to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Joy

We had a great time at the house. There were a couple of things that went wrong but were out of the homeowner’s control. The homeowner was very responsive and made sure we had a great visit. The views are AMAZING!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Gorgeous Log Home – Even Better Than the Pictures!We stayed at this stunning log house and couldn't have been more impressed. The photos truly don’t do it justice—it’s even more beautiful in person. The home had all the amenities we needed, so much so that we didn’t feel the need to leave!The bedrooms were all incredibly spacious and comfortable, each with proper window coverings for privacy and rest. The floor-to-ceiling windows offered breathtaking views and filled the space with natural light. This place had everything we could’ve asked for—relaxing, luxurious, and perfectly equipped for a great stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cut above

A wonderful view from nearly every room in the house truly never got old. The great room was everyone’s favorite- comfortable and spacious but cozy in front of the fireplace- something for everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully built large cabin with epic views

We loved our stay and would definitely recommend. The cabin is beautifully built, has breathtaking views, comfortable beds, and plenty of space for our family of seven. We enjoyed many sunsets in the hot tub overlooking the snowy mountains and were able to walk from the house to nearby snowshoeing. The one thing to note is there are a good amount of stairs so all guests should be able bodied. Would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
We had a wonderful time with the family celebrating Thanksgiving in this spectacular cabin! Beautiful details and stunning views. Spa was very clean and spacious. Four bedrooms, not 5. ‘Fifth’ is a loft. So nice to have a second fridge downstairs. Lots of spices and basic pantry items. One of the closets near entryway is a small pantry with several items from hot cocoa to trash bags. Things to Note: Bring towels for the spa as there are none extra. No extra sheets or extra bath towels either or extra dish towels. Lots of stairs to get in though there are nice stair rails. Helpful to know for elderly. There was a high chair and a pack and play for littles. Overall, everything was terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost Heaven

Outstanding property but a bit unfinished. For the price I felt several details were ignored or forgotten, amazing deck…no furniture….bbq-that was filthy and partially did not work, no access to laundry but asked to strip beds and place in laundry, no main entrance access, must enter through garage. Hot tub in excellent condition-very sanitary. No passes to amenities, but owner responded with arrangements that took time and effort to coordinate. Lake access and equine center for hiking were both amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rowan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely house, communicative owner, some missing amenities

The house is beautiful and comfortable with a genuinely incredible view. The steam shower and hot tub were excellent. There were a few things that were listed online that were unavailable. First, this house has 4 bedrooms, not 5 (as evidenced by the real estate listing for this house). Secondly, the laundry facilities are not available for guest use. Thirdly, the sauna was not functional. It is also worth noting that this house is very unfriendly for disabled folks, as two flights of stairs need to be climbed to reach the garage from the living area, with no other options for access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Lots of space, well designed, beautiful views

The house is far up the slope of a mountainside in Truckee, and provided an excellent view of the valley around Donner Lake. The view from the hottub at night was particularly spectacular - the starry sky was easy to see with few city lights to impede it and it felt like we were sitting right at the edge of a cliff. The house is well appointed with high quality fixtures and design, and the big logs that make up the house are very impressive. Our party was relatively large - 4 couples with small kids and there was plenty of room for everyone to either hang together in the big main room or go off on our own for privacy in either the upstairs or downstairs. The owner provided excellent information on the house before our visit, was flexible with our arrangements, and was responsive to our many questions beforehand. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to spend a family or friends vacation in the Tahoe area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoLynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Host & Winter Getaway!

The Log House is a wonderful rental with amazing amenities. The large great-room windows provided stellar views of the mountains and winter snowfall. Our large friend group fit very comfortably, and our 5 teenage boys loved the home gym, sauna, steam shower & outdoor spa. In fact, this is the first rental our travel group has stayed at where we never left the property all weekend. We were very impressed with our host Rod. He was so friendly, helpful and very accessible, unlike some other VRBO hosts we have dealt with, he certainly is the best host we have encountered and we would book any properties that he manages. He took care of all of our needs and answered the phone every time when we called with questions. The property has a very user-friendly instruction manual that explains all the amenities. We are already planning to re-book the property in the summer. Thank you Rod!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house!

Beautiful log home with amazing view and amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at the Log House over the 4th of July week. Rod is easy to communicate with and the views are stunning. The only thing we had trouble finding were sheets for the pull out couch and wash-clothes. Aside from that, it was an amazing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay!

Rodney is a great host, and the log cabin is amazing - great location, amenities are incredible, super comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing View!

This property was amazing! We celebrated my husbands 30th birthday here last summer and this cabin was everything we could have asked for an more! The view is unbelievable and the property was clean and had every amenity you could think of. The host was very responsive and helpful throughout the whole process!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

Beautiful house with amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pedram h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice cabin

Nice view, nice cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elise N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Thanksgiving

We rented this home for Thanksgiving and invited both sides of the family. We ended up with 8 adults and 2 toddlers. The house was clean and well-stocked, check-in was easy, and communication was excellent. The views out each of the bedrooms were amazing to wake up to at sunrise every morning, and we got some fantastic family photos on the deck at sunset. There is plenty of space for everyone to have a place to “escape” to, but we found we spent most of our time in the great room/kitchen. I really appreciated the high chair at the house - I did not know it was there and would not have brought one if I had, so just a pointer for anyone else staying at the house with little ones! Beds were comfortable, and it was handy to have a full sized fridge downstairs in the bar for all the Thanksgiving meal prep as well! We went on daily walks around the neighborhood, and took some night time strolls to see the stars. Everyone had a great time and the house received compliments all-around. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Wonderful Experience

The cabin was better than expected and was even better than pictured. There was plenty of space for 12 of us. We enjoyed the hot tub and the large amount of space within the cabin. The views are to die for and we highly recommend this place. We plan to come again at some point.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat for a wedding

My family stayed in the log house for my daughters wedding in the Truckee area. She had rented a house 2 doors down for her wedding party. It worked out perfectly for us. The house is beautiful, well equipped (you only need to bring clothes and food) and has spectacular views Get in the spa at night and look at all the stars! just be aware that there are a lot of stairs so it’s not a house for somebody with mobility issues. But you’ll get your steps in!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yan z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house was amazing.

Very tidy and lovely house equipped with everything you need. The communication was super easy and quick and the house looks exactly like it does on the pictures. The neighborhood is very conveniently located and extremely quiet. House is very clean, kids had a LOT of fun; Specifically with the huge tv and den area🙏 Would absolutely recommend to stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin

Wish they had curtains or drapes on the windows. Very hard to sleep at night. Beautiful cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond all expectations

This house looks amazing in the VRBO pictures, but the reality of the property far exceeded anything we expected. The views were breathtaking from multiple locations throughout the house and the amenities within the house itself were all top notch. We could not have been more pleased. This house is extremely special and we felt fortunate to rent it for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Getaway!

This is easily one of the best cabins in Truckee. We travel to the area almost every weekend in winter—have stayed at numerous places—and so far this has been our favorite. The views are surreal and the cabin has a rustic feel with the massive log construction, but is completely modern on amenities. It’s large enough to accommodate big groups and still provide privacy throughout. Worth every penny
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rodney Recker

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The owner personally designed and built this beautiful home. The logs are Northern White Pine brought into the area from the Toronto, Canada. Eight semi-trucks were required to bring all of the logs into the US. The house is accented with beautiful granite, slate, and tile work, two log staircases, and an amazing salvaged wood floor made of 2.5 inch thick, 27 inch wide and 30 feet long planks cut from century old timbers recovered from a canal in Canada.

Why they chose this property

This property is defined by its AWESOME VIEWS!!! We are on the top of Tahoe Donner at over 7,250 ft. elevation. On clear days the view extends beyond 50 miles -- over Mt. Rose, Northstar, the Truckee meadow, the Pacific Crest and even Heavenly in South Lake Tahoe!

What makes this property unique

NOTHING compares to the warmth of a Log Home with amazing fireplaces and incredible views on that crisp winter morning or lazy summer day! The decks and hot tub area allow you to gaze 'down' upon Truckee and the surrounding Sierras both day and night -- spectacular!!

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