Perfect Family Getaway - Tahoe Donner Cabin - dogs ok!
Your home away from home awaits you in the Tahoe Donner community in Truckee. Our cozy cabin offers three bedrooms and a loft with queen foldout. The upstairs main bedroom has a king bed with attached full bathroom (shower). There are two bedrooms downstairs, one with queen bed and the other with one twin and a twin/over double bunk bed, and a 2nd full bathroom (shower over tub) down the hall. Washer/dryer and linens included. The house features a well-equipped kitchen, secluded back deck with gas BBQ, and an attached garage with a 240v EV charging plug (bring your charging cord). The living room has a wood burning stove and flat-screen TV with Chrome cast and cable. Upstairs there is a small flat screen TV in the bedroom and a monitor screen in the loft. That one is not attached to cable, but can be connected to a laptop or game console. HDMI cable attached. A flat driveway and strong WiFi internet complete the easy living atmosphere. The rental includes guest access (up to 6 people) to the community centers, pool, hot tub, clubhouse and fitness areas for a $24 daily fee. Golf or hike in summer or try boating on the lakes. Enjoy downhill and cross country ski areas in winter. 5 mins from Donner Lake, 20 mins from Alpine and Palisades ski areas, 40 mins from Lake Tahoe activities. Pets allowed, but due to allergies please no cats.
Property manager
John and Lisa Scarsella
Languages
English, French
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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 deadlock
Property Registration Number 014972
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Truckee
Truckee is home to this cabin. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tahoe Donner Tennis Center or North Tahoe Regional Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
Coyote Moon Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Donner Lake - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
Northstar California Resort - 24 min drive - 19.5 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 10 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Wild Cherries Coffee House - 7 min drive
Panda Express - 8 min drive
Taco's Jalisco - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Perfect Family Getaway - Tahoe Donner Cabin - dogs ok! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Perfect Family Getaway - Tahoe Donner Cabin - dogs ok!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Perfect Family Getaway - Tahoe Donner Cabin - dogs ok!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Perfect Family Getaway - Tahoe Donner Cabin - dogs ok! located?
Situated in Truckee, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Tahoe National Forest, Tahoe Donner Golf Course and Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Was looking for a family accommodating place in Tahoe Donner. It was the perfect place for grandma, spouse, and three kids with dogs. Could not have asked for anything more. The place is in great location and family friendly. I hope to be able to stay there again for a future trip.
We had 7 adults and 3 kids and everyone fit very comfortably! Plenty of blankets, towels, cleaning supplies, dishes etc! Very cozy home and perfect for a weekend getaway in Tahoe!
We had a wonderful stay at the house! It's located in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood and was equipped with everything we needed. The 240V outlet was a huge plus—it made charging our EV quick and easy. John and Lisa were fantastic hosts—friendly, responsive, and attentive to our needs. We’d definitely stay here again!
Wonderful cabin where our friend group stayed throughout the month of March while skiing in the Lake Tahoe area. Cozy, well-provisioned property; we particularly enjoyed the wood stove!
Unbeatable location, fantastic hosts, a great value!
This adorable place is on one of the quietest streets in Tahoe Donner. The cabin is cozy, comfortable, and had all the basic necessities to stay 5 days with weather varying from below freezing (LOTS of snow still on the ground!) to almost shorts weather. Hosts were fast with communication, check in was a breeze... a definite keeper for future stays!
We had a wonderful time and wish we could have stayed longer. The place was great and the location was also. The owners were very responsive. I would highly recommend this cabin!!
Linda B.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Manoj T.
7 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a cosy cabin
The cabin was located at a prefect location very close to the Donner lake and other hiking destinations. I would highly recommend this place for your next getaway.
We had a great stay for a family ski trip. Close to lots of resorts, groceries and historic Truckee. Communication with the owners, check in, and check out were all smooth and easy.
We rented this cabin durring holiday week off so that we could ski the local resorts. Great locaation close to everything and a well stocked kitchen and laundry facility.
The house met all our expectations, and the owners exceeded our expectations with prompt, friendly, and helpful responses to all our questions and needs.
We had a wonderful stay despite not having hot water the first night. The owner addressed this issue promptly and the problem was resolved the very next day. The house is cozy and located in a great family friendly area.
We greatly enjoyed our short trip to Tahoe Donner. This cabin had plenty of space for my family (two kids, two adults, and a small dog) on a nice quiet street. Great neighborhood and location, easy logistics to get in and check out. We'd love to stay here again.
We spent 5 days at Lisa and John's cabin in Tahoe Donner. The cabin is cozy, centrally located, and well-stocked. Both Lisa and John are super nice hosts and so easy to work with. There's a lot to do, whether you want to relax or be active, and everything is close by. I'm not sure if I should share all these positives about the cabin or keep it all to ourselves! 😄 We'll definitely be back!
The house was clean and very “homey”. My family had a great time. The kids played in the snow and even built a snowman. The owers were very responsive and even called the plumber right away to fix the kitchen faucet. Overall, we had a great experience. Definitely recommend this place!!
The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed for a terrific vacation with our dog. We especially loved all the hiking trails in Tahoe Donner! We hope to visit again in winter and do some snowshoeing. Thank you for making your home dog friendly!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by John and Lisa Scarsella
Our family has owned this cabin for many years. It's comfortable, convenient and so relaxing! Our family is happy to share the home with you, we know you will love it. On parle francais.