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With a hot tub, this vacation home offers a relaxing retreat after a day of adventure. It accommodates 10 guests with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Enjoy mountain views while engaging in nearby hiking, biking, skiing, and water sports. The property is pet-friendly and close to attractions like Truckee River and Glenshire Elementary School Park.
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Room to spread out
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5BR Luxury Mountain Home, 3 Acres, Hot Tub & Dogs Welcome
Welcome to Royal Zen! This impressive five-bedroom getaway is nestled amongst pine trees on 3 acres, located in a private yet accessible neighborhood in Truckee. This peaceful sanctuary is not your typical Tahoe cabin, and emanates cosy luxury living versus a stale rental. Professionally decorated with antique furniture imported from Bali, the modern zen style is unique and comfortable.
As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked gourmet kitchen, complete with all the necessary appliances and utensils to whip up delicious meals. Gather your loved ones around the 10 foot kitchen island or sit at the extra large dining table. The large outdoor patio is great to enjoy alfresco dining, or relax around the fire pit table, taking in the breathtaking woodsy views.
When it's time to unwind, sink into the plush seating of the living room and cozy up by the gas fireplace. Indulge in a soak in the private hot tub, or venture out to the nearby shops and restaurants of down town Truckee. The home is perfect for large groups or extended families and has two separate living room areas, with comfortable couches to watch the smart TVs with satellite/cable channels for your entertainment.
With 4.5 bathrooms, towels, and basic toiletries, you'll have all the essentials to make your stay comfortable. Enjoy the convenience of a washing machine and dryer, as well as 2 dishwashers for easier clean up after big meals.
Royal Zen is just a short 22-minute drive from the renowned Northstar California Resort and 15 minutes from the serene Donner Lake. Palisades Ski Resort and Lake Tahoe are each a 35 minute drive from this property.
Whether you're seeking a relaxing retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this Truckee vacation home offers the perfect escape for your next mountain getaway. Experience the beauty of the mountains and create lasting memories with your loved ones.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
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Property Registration Number 016668
Property # 755474
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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Truckee
Located in Truckee, this vacation home is in a rural area. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding.
Northstar California Resort - 28 min drive - 27.8 km
Sugar Bowl - 35 min drive - 31.4 km
Sugar Bowl Resort - 35 min drive - 31.4 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 13 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Wagon Train Coffee Shop - 13 min drive
Blue Coyote Bar and Grill - 14 min drive
Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - 13 min drive
Drink Coffee Do Stuff - 13 min drive
Bar of America - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5BR Luxury Mountain Home, 3 Acres, Hot Tub & Dogs Welcome pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 5BR Luxury Mountain Home, 3 Acres, Hot Tub & Dogs Welcome?
As of Sep 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5BR Luxury Mountain Home, 3 Acres, Hot Tub & Dogs Welcome on Oct 5, 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.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5BR Luxury Mountain Home, 3 Acres, Hot Tub & Dogs Welcome?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5BR Luxury Mountain Home, 3 Acres, Hot Tub & Dogs Welcome?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5BR Luxury Mountain Home, 3 Acres, Hot Tub & Dogs Welcome located?
Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Tahoe National Forest, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Truckee River and Glenshire Elementary School Park. Truckee River Wildlife Area and Commercial Row are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Reviews
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The property is a beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood about 15 min from downtown Truckee. It worked perfectly for hosting the grandparents for my son's wedding. It is close to ski resorts as well as the Reno Airport. Kristin answered all my questions during the months leading up to the wedding. The ability to use the garage was an added plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 21, 2026
Thank you so much! I’m so glad the house worked out well for your family and such a special weekend. It was a pleasure having you and I hope the wedding was wonderful!
We loved our stay at Kristin's home -- it was clean, spacious, well stocked, and exactly as described. We especially loved the back yard area where it opened up to into woods area and the kids were able to run and play and be kids. Note that there's no AC which is common in the Tahoe area; we came during a particularly hot weekend and the house stayed perfectly cool. Really quiet, secluded, and beautiful area; a little tough to find at arrival (so be careful esp if you come at night) and a 10-15 min into town if you need anything. We loved being able to bring our dog who loved walking around the area. If I had one feedback for the home, and it's really not a big deal -- the living room TV is kind of small for how big the living room is -- this wouldn't stop us from coming back but just noting!
We enjoyed our stay during Super Bowl weekend.Check in was easy, home was clean and very spacious Highly recommend! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 20, 2025
Thank you Marvin for your great review! Happy to heard you enjoyed Super Bowl weekend at Royal Zen, it’s a great space for entertaining. Hope to host your group again!
Best Regards,
Kristin
Amazing location, plenty of space for kids inside and out. Kitchen is very spacious. The house was very clean and well maintained. Definitely coming back here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2026
Thank you for your stellar review! I really try to keep high standards of cleanliness and maintenance, so I am happy to hear you mention this. I hope you come back and stay again soon, would love to host you again!
Gorgeous, comfortable and well appointed home in a quiet, friendly neighborood. Kristin is extraordinarily responsive host and provided us with clear instructions for our stay. Would happily stay again in the future. Thank you for providing us with such a warm, wonderful setting for our family gathering!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 9, 2026
Thank you for such a stellar review! You were great guests and I do hope I have the pleasure of hosting you again at Royal Zen!
Wonderful and relaxing! Perfect location in quiet neighborhood. The home was very well appointed and the property manager was responsive and kind. Would definitely recommend especially for families. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 3, 2026
Thank you, I do my best to keep in good communication with my guests. Thank you for a stellar review and please come back and stay again!
Loved staying in this beautiful house with a group of friends! Kitchen is very well-stocked, bedrooms were comfortable, and the location is awesome. Very close to the river and Truckee town. Recommend!
This place is beautiful and spacious, allows everyone to have there own space while having great common areas. We really enjoyed out stay. Would recommend and would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2023
Thank you for your review Maisara! I am happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to have you return!
Best Regards,
Kristin
Very comfortable stay -- plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms if you are looking for a relaxing stay in Tahoe with a group! The house is gorgeous and well stocked.
Restful quiet and airy place. Close to hike and bike paths.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 3, 2026
Thanks for your review! The bike path is such a great thing to have close by goes all the way into downtown Truckee! Hope you found some good hiking trails right out the door!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Armando R.
Jul 18, 2017
Couldn't ask for better
The property manager was great and very easy to work with, definitely could see myself coming back in the winter time with my family!
Great house for our group of 10. Open space, great kitchen with everything you need. Beautiful neighborhood. .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2024
Thank you! I’m happy you enjoyed the gourmet kitchen, we aim to keep it well equipped! We do have a great neighborhood, thanks for mentioning that! Come back soon!
Best
Kristin
A quiet mountain home, coffee in the morning on the back patio before the day starts.
Visit the surrounding area… return home to finish the day again enjoying the spacious home, patio, hottub.
Close to Truckee and Lake Tahoe for an easy commute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2023
Thank you for staying with us! Happy to hear you enjoyed the peace and quiet!
About the host
Hosted by Kristin O'Connell
Originally from Boston, I moved to Tahoe in my 20's to ski and decided to make it my home base. I continued to return to Cape Cod every summer per my family tradition and still do now with my own children. Shortly after building this dream home, my husband and I started traveling to Costa Rica to surf and rented out our home to pay for our trips. In 2011, we traded in our skis for surfboards and made the full time move to Nosara, Costa Rica. However, the mountains were calling us back, so recently we decided to start spending more time back in Truckee. Since I love creative projects I decided to redecorate and refurnish our entire home with custom furniture imported from Bali. Now we split our time between Truckee, Costa Rica, and Cape Cod.
Why they chose this property
I moved to Lake Tahoe in 1997 years ago and a few years later bought my first home just a few streets over from this property. I used to hike the trails and when I saw that there was land for sale I jumped at the opportunity. I built this house years ago and it was my ultimate dream project. I wanted to build something modern and different than the typical cabin but that still felt like a mountain home. I loved creating a different look using many different materials like steel, concrete, glass and fir wood. I feel it has a unique yet timeless style and more so now with the new decor and interior design. The new furnishings are antique and custom made teak furniture from Bali which offer an eclectic and Bohemian style that blends nicely with the modern features. I absolutely love it, I hope you do too!
What makes this property unique
I love entertaining and this home was built to have friends and family come and enjoy the mountains. It was built with the intention of providing a spacious and relaxed retreat feeling and a place where you never wanted to leave. Since the upstairs family room and second master have large doors, it feels like a separate apartment. This is great for sharing the house with another family or letting children or teenagers have their lounge area without hearing them! The downstairs great room is my favorite to just stare out the windows and get lost in the peacefulness of the trees. Nearly every window looks out to huge ponderosa pine trees. The kitchen is my absolute favorite and if you like to cook you will love all the space, 2 dishwashers, and my special treat...a steam oven! The extra large island has 5 chairs around it so you can hold court while cooking, and still socialize with others in the living and dining areas. We have had many great holidays here! I hope you enjoy our home as much as we do!
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