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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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Truckee, CA
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
14 min walk
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
Place, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
16 min walk
Donner Lake
Place, Donner Lake
15 min drive
Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
65 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!
This cabin is perfect for multiple families who want to have a great get-away together. It is not set up for large groups of adults. The two story chalet features four bedrooms and enough beds to sleep up to 10 people. The large deck also has a hot tub to help you relax at the end of your day. The location in Tahoe Donner puts you right in the center of both winter and summer activities, but is also located on a quiet, forested street that provides a relaxing place to stay.
The Cabin is a roomy, charming and well-appointed home located on a flat lot in a beautiful wooded setting. The home welcomes you with comfortable furnishings, tasteful decorations, and all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The Cabin is the perfect place to make memories with your family and friends and take in all the sights and activities that make Tahoe famous.
The downstairs rooms feature a California King in one room and a pillow top Queen bed in the second room. Upstairs is a larger room with a California King bed, and a large bedroom with 2 queens and 2 bunk beds and a TV. It is the perfect kids area. A day bed in loft opens to a king sized bed.
Tahoe Donner is a highly desirable, year-round mountain community located in the historic town of Truckee. The area is easily accessible from Highway 80, and just 35 miles from Reno and 100 miles from Sacramento. You can find excellent casual and fine dining as well as unique specialty shops in old town Truckee, which is just minutes away. Groceries, a hardware store, cafes, etc. are also just minutes away.
Tahoe Donner has one of the best ski resorts for young skiers and people just learning to ski. Within minutes are 10 other ski resorts including Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Sugar Bowl, and Northstar. If cross country skiing is your winter sport, Tahoe Donner has one of California's largest x-country ski parks, and was recently named the third best in the country. Numerous trails for snow shoeing and hills for sledding are located right in Tahoe Donner.
And when the snow melts, break out the golf clubs, mountain bikes, and river rafts. Miles of hiking trails, adventure parks, and miniature golf courses supply endless hours of fun for the whole family.
We are a no smoking cabin. If you are a smoker or plan to travel with smokers, this is not the property for you. . We do allow families that are looking to create special memories together. We do not allow pets due to previous experiences that resulted in damage to our property.
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Property Registration Number 030730
Property # 467160vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
About the area
Truckee
Located in Truckee, this cabin 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 try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Donner Lake - 15 min drive - 10.0 km
Northstar California Resort - 30 min drive - 26.0 km
Sugar Bowl - 30 min drive - 23.5 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 12 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Coffeebar Bakery - 9 min drive
Tahoe Donner - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 11 min drive
Panda Express - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub! on 1 May 2027 start from £298, 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 The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin 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 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful house, very comfortable, quiet. Well equipped kitchen for cooking. Loved that kids legos and games were available to play with. Host very responsive and immediately fixed the one small issue we had. Would definitely stay here again.
Brian and family are remarkable hosts - truly differentiated in their hospitality and thoughtfulness. The home is well stocked with things in the kitchen, bedrooms and garage that someone would actually need and enjoy.
Very well stocked and family fun cabin. The owners were really great
Tony C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2021
Glad you and your family had a great time up in Tahoe Donner. We try to make sure we have most everything up there so you can enjoy your vacation and not have to run around to get the basics. Hope to see you back in the future.
We had an excellent stay at the house. The description of the house was accurate. The beds were comfortable. One of the best stocked kitchens we have been in.
We loved staying at this property. It was clean and spacious and communication with the host was great. Perfect for families, friends and even little kids.
Loved our stay at this cabin. The host Brian was very communicative and once we arrived there was a whole folder prepared with information about the area. Its a very cosy cabin and our kids loved the "kids" room with all the bunk beds and tv room. The cabin has everything you need for a family vacation. afamiöy gwtaway!
Really enjoyed our stay at this property. A great place for families and younger kids. Lots of space, games and easy to get to the slopes and restaurants.
Brian was super responsive and flexible. Very refreshing to have a host that was so easy to work with and helpful!
I had family visiting from out of the country and they had never seen snow. We took them up to Tahoe for the weekend and we had a great time. The house was very spacious and had everything that we needed. I contacted the owner once and he was very responsive.
Place is laid out really great. Huge upper area (with door that closes) with lots of beds and tv. Had all amenities needed. Tons of towels. Kids loved swimming in the spa. We’d happily stay here again!
STEVEN B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anne E.
18 Jul 2014
Had everything you could ever need!
Wonderful home, plenty of room and space for all. Kids loved the hot tub and huge room with 2 bunk beds. For a family that enjoys cooking as much as mine does we had everything we could need. Well stocked with everything.
Anne E.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you for your positive comments. We view our cabin as a second home more than we consider it a rental property. You shouldn't have to worry about the amenities when you arrive, just focus on relaxing and having fun. Hope you enjoy the rest of your summer.
Our family had a wonderful stay over the 4th of July Holiday. Perfect location. Quiet area and close enough to go to the lake for the day. The house layout was great for our family. Our kids loved the kids hang out area upstairs. Kitchen was fully stocked which was great for family meals. Hosts were responsive and kind. We love to come back next time during winter!
We love the Hicks cabin. This is our second visit with friends, and won’t be our last. Great location in lovely Tahoe Donner, it was spacious for our three small families, where the parents got rooms of their own and our kids (ages 5-9) could bunk in together in their own fun room. Everything is clean and really well appointed — the kitchen is especially well set up. Hot tub was a wonderful bonus, and the snowy yard is a great place for the kids to play. Communication with the host was super easy, as was check in and check out. Thank you, Brian!
Liz and Alex D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kristina S.
3 Jan 2017
Lovely Cabin for Family
We stayed here for Christmas. The cabin looked even bigger in person, the pictures did not do it justice! . It had everything you could think of plenty of room, blankets, towels, and kitchen utensils! Brian even had Christmas decorations and a tree up for us! We felt right at home! I would stay here again if we go up to the Truckee area! Thank you Hicks family!
Kristina S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
We are so happy that you had a great stay over Christmas at our cabin. We try to make it feel like home for everyone that stays. I'm so happy that Mother Nature provided a white Christmas for you. Hope you consider our cabin again if you return to the Truckee area. Happy New Year!
Wonderful, Spacious, Family Friendly Cabin and Neighborhood
Marvelous cabin/house with tons of space. The bedroom with bunk beds is great for kids. The house is perfectly set up for families, particularly in the age of remote learning (we had three students working in separate rooms). Great access to trails, downtown Truckee, and everything else. And the owner was a great host. Top-notch!
RYAN S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2020
Thank you for the nice review. We are so happy that your family had a great time together and that the kids were able to do their remote learning during these crazy times. We would love to have your family back when you travel to Truckee again.
Beautiful cabin in the perfect location of a winter wonderland! Cabin was fully stocked with all the essentials and necessities. Very spacious inside. Plenty of beds and space for two families. Had a minor issue with hot water but was immediately corrected after contacting the owner. Would definitely recommend this place for a winter vacation for all ages and would love to stay at this location again!
We absolutely loved our stay here. It's a beautfiul, clearn, extremely well-kept propertyin a great location in Truckee. My two children (ages 7 and 9) were thrilled with the space too -- my daughter suggested we give the place "105 stars," but unfortunately we were limited to five. We also appreciated the host contacting us beforehand to let us know we could arrive early. All in all, a great experience.
Aaron R.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
noah k.
25 Feb 2016
Wonderful cabin!
This place is great. This is our 2nd year staying there with 2 families (6 kids total). There are 3 adult bedrooms too! The kids room is HUGE with a fun foosball table. The house is super-well maintained with a nice layout. The jacuzzi on the deck is great too. The other nice thing is that it's literally 2 blocks from Donner ski slopes so it's very convienient. Brian is nice and helpful and really wants his guests to have a great stay. I'd highly recommend this place for families.
noah k.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
THANK YOU for coming back. We love that you love staying at our cabin. We want to make it a nice place for both kids and adults, and this year Mother Nature has helped us out. Hope to have you all out again next year for another great ski weekend.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Christine P.
4 Apr 2016
Great big space for families, central in Tahoe Donner, nice hosts
Brian was a superb host. Everything was as described, and plenty of space for families. Games were located in the loft area. Kitchen was well equipped, beds were comfortable. The only thing was one of the bunk beds didn't have a strong supporting ladder, so my kids slept on the other beds closer to the ground. Other than that, everything was great!
Christine P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
We are thrilled that you had a great visit. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We want our home to feel like it is your home. We hope you will think of our place again on your next stay in Tahoe Donner.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janet C.
22 Feb 2018
Spacious Cabin Convenient to Everything
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful Tahoe-Donner cabin. The space was more than adequate for our group of 10. The kids' room is fantastic, allowing the younger people in our group to play, talk and listen to music while grownups could do the same downstairs. All of the furnishings are comfortable, and the home is well maintained. The sofa was big enough to fit out entire group when we gathered in the evening to watch the Olympics or a movie. The kitchen was very well equipped, and we enjoyed sharing most of our meals at the cabin. The hot tub was also a big treat. We highly recommend a visit if you're planning a trip to the mountains.
Janet C.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review, and we are super happy that you enjoyed your stay at our cabin. We wanted to have a house that would allow kids to have their own space and room for everyone to get together at times too. Glad Mother Nature also provided some fresh snow for you and your family. Please think of us again if you plan to stay in the Truckee area.
About the host
Hosted by Brian Hicks
We purchased this home in early 2013 so that we could have a place that our children could grow up with and our family could create memories with friends and family to last a lifetime. We live in the Sacramento area and use this home quite often. We are happy to be able to share it with others during the times that we can't make it up.
Why they chose this property
We chose Tahoe Donner because of all the amenities and the proximity to Sacramento. The property has a 'mountain cabin' feel while still offering all of the comforts of a modern home.
What makes this property unique
We wanted a home that we could get away from it all and would allow us to entertain our entire extended family for memorable family get-togethers. Our location in Tahoe Donner is on a very quiet street and yet we are minutes away from skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, golfing, biking, and swimming .