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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81416 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ski lift privileges
Shared communal pool
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor barbecue
Explore the area
Truckee, CA
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
Place, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
19 min walk
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
5 min drive
Northstar California Resort
Place, Northstar California Resort
24 min drive
Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
59 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Downstairs Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs kids bedroom
2 Single Bunk Beds
2 bathrooms
Downstairs bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings
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 full living 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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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put all recycling in blue bags and all trash in white bags.
Take trash and recycling out to the bear box and return the bear box key to the small drawer next to the fridge.
Disconnect the propane tank. Refill the tank at Mountain Hardware (Donner Pass Rd and 89S) to the level at your arrival. Place the tank inside the house in the corner next to the sliding glass door.
Ensure that the Tahoe Donner guest passes are hanging from the key hooks in the kitchen by the front door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 026112
About the area
Truckee
Located in Truckee, this holiday 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 Village Ice Skating Rink are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Donner Lake - 16 min drive - 19.6 km
Northstar California Resort - 24 min drive - 26.7 km
Sugar Bowl - 32 min drive - 33.1 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 12 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Starbucks - 11 min drive
Coffeebar Bakery - 10 min drive
Tahoe Donner - 5 min drive
Panda Express - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings?
As of 28 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings on 3 May, 2026 start from S$474, 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.
How much is parking at Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hale Mauka - Family-friendly 3BD/2BA House With Modern Furnishings located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area. Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area and Tahoe Donner Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Sheri P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Laurel H.
3 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!!
This is the second time we've stayed at Ed's property in Tahoe Donner. The home is comfortable and cozy, and Ed is super responsive and helpful as a property owner for any requests we had.
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!
The property was clean, comfortable and as advertised. This excellent host was very accommodating to ensure we did not have any concerns or needs during our stay.
Our family of six: two grandparents two parents and two young kids could not have found a better place to enjoy our four-day weekend at Tahoe Donner. It was clean, comfortable, and at all the necessities we could’ve asked for with a nice view of the skyline and quick access to Tahoe Donner ski area. We appreciate that there was ample games, play equipment, and easy, check-in checkout processes. Would absolutely stay here again.
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.
We love being able to get away from the bustling city to enjoy the outdoors.
Why they chose this property
We chose this house because of its proximity to all of the Tahoe Donner amenities, including downhill and cross country skiing, the equestrian center, and all the trails for hiking and biking. Its location on a main Tahoe Donner thoroughfare greatly reduces the chances of getting snowed in or out.
What makes this property unique
Even though this is our vacation get-away, it's still nice to be connected when we want to be. Free WiFi and multiple large screen TVs ensure we have plenty of entertainment. The slope in the backyard is great fun all year round; it's great for sledding in the winter.
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