Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski
You’re sure to have a memorable getaway when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental house in Truckee! With everything you'll need for a memorable family getaway, this is the perfect home for large groups seeking adventure. Nestled in the California mountains, this beautiful home affords its guests a wonderful location within close proximity to Tahoe ski resorts and access to community amenities such as a pool, golf course, and much more!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Two Full Beds | Additional Sleeping: 3 Twin Beds (usable for children 13 years and under only)
Peace and tranquility greet you as you approach your charming, Truckee home-away-from-home. Relish in the home’s 2,300 square feet of open-concept living space, vaulted, wood-paneled ceilings, and comfortable furnishings.
The living room boasts a large, wrap-around couch for you to kick back on during lazy afternoons. On colder days, let the warmth from the gas stove keep you nice and toasty as you stream your favorite movies from the Apple TV.
Adjacent from the living room, you’ll find the spacious kitchen and dining area. Relax on the rustic bench-style dining table as a sweet treat bakes in the fully equipped kitchen, which boasts stainless steel appliances, an island bar and ample counter space. The spacious back deck has patio furniture for guests to enjoy during relaxing evenings.
The home’s game room - complete with a Foosball table, air hockey table, electronic dart board, and wet bar - is sure to keep everyone in your party entertained during your stay.
When you've completely exhausted yourself after exploring all the nearby excitement, choose between the home's 3 bedrooms to rest your head. With 3 queen beds, everyone will find cozy accommodations to rest up for an exciting day ahead.
Head outside in the morning to enjoy a warm cup of coffee while breathing in the fresh mountain air before exploring the community’s wonderful amenities. Spend the day swimming in the pools, or playing a friendly game of golf or tennis! In the winter months, work up a sweat in the cross-country ski area, or in the on-site fitness center.
-- THE LOCATION --
This Truckee home is nestled in a spectacular mountain location. Truly an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, you’ll enjoy easy access to hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, swimming, and fishing during your stay!
Be sure to bring your ski or snowboard, as this location is near tons of amazing ski resorts. Tahoe Donner Ski is just minutes away while Boreal, Northstar, Sugar Bowl, Squaw Valley, and Alpine Meadows are all within a 30-minute drive of the property!
When you tire of cooking, try out either Truckee Tavern and Grill or Morgan’s Lobster Shack & Fish Market for a nice dinner out!
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property does not offer A/C - NOTE: Your safety matters. There are 3 security cameras at the property, one facing the driveway, one facing the front door and one inside looking at the garage doors. They do not look into any interior spaces and will all be turned off before guests arrive - NOTE: The 3 bunk beds are only permitted for use by children 13 years and under due to weight limitations - Town of Truckee Transit (TOT) RCN #: 1186 - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
Tahoe Donner HOA Regulations: - This property is located within a community that is governed by the Tahoe Donner HOA and is in compliance with specific Rules and Guidelines. These Rules and Guidelines can be found in the Additional Rental Agreement Information upon confirming your booking
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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About the area
Truckee
Truckee is home to this holiday home. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider KidZone Museum, or check out an event or a game at Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Tahoe Donner Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Donner Lake - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
Northstar California Resort - 20 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 11 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Coffeebar Bakery - 8 min drive
Tahoe Donner - 4 min drive
Panda Express - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski?
As of 17 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski on 18 Dec 2021 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.
Is Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Family Tahoe Donner Retreat < 2 Mi to Downhill Ski located?
This family-friendly Truckee holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area and Tahoe Donner Tennis Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This property looked very nice in the photos. We were rather disappointed when we arrived. The outside front stairs and back deck/outdoor table and chairs were covered in pollen. It looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in weeks. We don’t expect much, but we expect a clean rental. We found hair, dirt and lint on the floors and carpet. The towels were stained. Several giant ants were coming out of the bathroom drains. Lastly, as we removed our sheets from the beds the mattresses were stained so badly that it made me nauseated. This is the first review of any kind I️ have written. I️ am not one to complain, but for the price we paid I️ would expect a clean property with clean mattresses. I️ would not recommend staying at this property.
Kelly R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Kelly, thank you for your review. Cleanliness is of the utmost importance and we're sorry this home was not cleaned to its usual standards for your stay. These homeowners will be replacing the towels and beds at the property to ensure this situation does not recur for future guests. Thank you for helping us to improve and we hope you'll give us another chance in the future! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified
6/10 Okay
jen j.
15 Mar 2019
Functional home for group
A huge part of the reason we booked this home was for the “perks” like hot tub, air hockey and foosball. The foosball table has no balls so we could not use that. We received a notification from owner two weeks before visit that hot tub wasn’t working. Frustrated, I followed up and owner said due to chipmunks living in the hot tub, sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t and we should try. He wasn’t planning to have it maintained until summer (despite that it is a promised feature in the house he has rented to many groups). Due to the safety issues with using a hot tub with chewed up wires, we didn’t attempt to use. Other than that, we enjoyed the house a lot and owner was very respinsive. No frills though: Not enough towels left (and the ones provided are tiny) and no spare blankets.
jen j.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Jen, we're glad you enjoyed your stay overall! We apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay. Unfortunately, the hot tub has taken a fair share of Mother Nature's abuse this winter, but we can assure you that as soon as the snow melts, the maintenance company is scheduled to do the necessary repairs. As we understand, they went to generous measures to make things right. The homeowner is replacing the balls for the foosball table as he was unaware they were missing. There will also be back up balls as well. Currently, there are 13 oversized towels at the house, but we are sorry if that did not meet your needs. The owners strive to provide exceptional guest experiences, and as evidenced by past reviews, we're confident this home will continue to host many satisfied guests! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified
4/10 Poor
Elisabeth B.
18 Aug 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not the best stay
Unfortunately, this property did not quite meet our expectations. First, the amenities are not accurate for the hot tub and grill. The property does have a hot tub and we were told 1 week before our stay that it wasn't working and they were making it a priority. However, I read past reviews and the hot tub has clearly not been working since February and has had other issues. So this is not a priority for the owner. Until the hot tub is fixed, I would not list it as an amenity. The other amenity that is inaccurate is the bbq grill. 1 week before our stay, we were told that we had to bring our own propane tank in order to use it. I have NEVER in my 10 years of renting properties in Tahoe had to provide my own propane tank. We were also sadly misinformed about renting a propane tank. Ace Hardware DOES NOT rent them and you can only purchase them. Safeway does rent them but they are huge and more expensive than just buying one from Ace Hardware. I think you need to make it VERY clear up front to anybody interested in your property that this is a requirement. The house was poorly stocked with cooking pans, utensils, etc. Not much in the way of simple items such as baggies, tin foil, etc. The house is just poorly maintained. Tons of blinds were broken when we arrvied, stains on the couches, the patio furniture was worn out and not comfortable. While there are towels, they are extremely thread bare and they are not over sized. I'm also disappointed in the "benefits" that you receive by renting in Tahoe Donner. I believe the prices have increased as we rented there 2 summers ago and I'm sure we did not have to pay $105 for 7 of us just to use the pool. Same for the beach access ($15/person). It's really not worth it as you can go to West End Beach and spend a lot less. Or even drive to Kings Beach where you only have to pay $10 to park your car. I have rented properties at the same price point or cheaper and received a lot more in return.
Elisabeth B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Elisabeth, We are sorry to hear that your stay at the property fell short of expectations. The homeowner does take their guest's feedback seriously, and the hot tub has been repaired since your stay. The owner has also purchased new bath towels for the home. They will continue to make improvements to ensure that their upcoming guests are comfortable, and while the fees set by the Tahoe Donner community are outside of their control, they are sorry that they impacted your stay. We do appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we hope that you keep us in mind for your future travels! Best, the Evolve Team
Overall the cabin was decent but not great.
First, the property management company was very helpful and I was very happy with their service.
The home itself has a few things that could take some consideration from the owners. The mattresses were very very dirty with questionable stains- pretty gross. Possibly mattress covers could solve that issue in the future. Secondly, the towels smelt like they sit wet in the washing machine for a while prior to being dried. We also needed more hand towels for the kitchen at least! The kitchen was a huge disappointment for us. We enjoy cooking and staying in- the kitchen was very very minimally stocked. It was so-able with creativity however definitely needed more of the essentials to be able to host a nice dinner gathering. Lastly I was not thrilled to bring my own propane tank. For the cost of the cabin per night, I would think a propane tank could be included. It really is an inconvenience. Also we could not figure it the fireplace or tv.
Overall- nice space for a large group, fairly clean, however I would not rent again on the future due to the above concerns. If you don’t mind a dirty mattress and you prefer to eat out, then it’s probable okay.
Jennifer R.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Jennifer, Thank you for sharing your feedback on your recent stay with us. The homeowner is always working on improvements to the property, and they have already addressed several of your concerns. They have purchased new mattresses for the queen beds as well as two mattress covers for each bed. They have also restocked the bath towels and hand towels for the kitchen. We are looking forward to helping them continue to host satisfied guests at the cabin, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shifra H.
10 Apr 2019
Great house
This house was awesome, its simple and open, no clutter, lots of space. The refrigerator had lots condiments which was great! The kids had a blast in the game room downstairs kept them entertained! There was Apple TV so after skiing with the family we were able to watch the videos from the day which was a lot of fun! The owner was super responsive always able to answer any and all questions and really helpful all around. We had a wonderful time!
Shifra H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Micheal M.
26 Mar 2019
Very comfortable home with great facilities
Everything was clean and well organized. Facility had lots of space for our group.
Very enjoyable stay
Micheal M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Phillip P.
10 Feb 2019
Great cabin with plenty of room
We had a great time here. The couch was large enough to accommodate seven of us for both superbowl viewing and playing Nintendo after a day on the slopes. The hot tub and numerous beds made relaxing and recovering easy too. The cabin was very clean, well-stocked, and everything had clear instructions posted everywhere. It was easy to get to both Boreal and Sugar Bowl, as well as into town for shopping and nightlife. We'd definitely book again. Thanks for a great time, especially during a blizzard!
Phillip P.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anya S.
31 Dec 2018
Great Tahoe cabin!
We had a great stay at this cabin. It's very specious and the location is perfect.
We really enjoyed the outdoor hot tub, and playing games in the large living room. Jack is a very nice host, and went above and beyond to make our stay great. Highly recommend this house!
Anya S.
Verified
8/10 Good
Linda G.
8 Oct 2018
Comfortable stay!
Beautiful house & area, within short drive of everything we were interested in. We were 6 adults, 2 teens & had plenty of room. Ran into a few glitches upon arrival but response was quick. Not a fan of Apple TV, otherwise all worked well.
Linda G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Real-Time I.
22 Sept 2018
Definitely would recommend!!
We loved staying at your lovely house!! So spacious and had everything we needed! Not only that, but service was super fast- I never had to worry about a thing knowing someone was there to answer all my questions right away. We will definitely be back! Thank you again! :)
Real-Time I.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ryan g.
18 Sept 2018
Clean and spacious
Easy to find a lot of space kid friendly and fun for all ages thank you jack for letting us stay at ur home to get our family and friends together
ryan g.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ivan G.
6 Aug 2018
Beautiful, quite, calming....
Family had a wonderful trip back to Tahoe Donner! Will be back next year! Highlight was watching Deer’s eat berries in the back yard.
Ivan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ERIKA C.
16 Jun 2018
Just what we wanted it to be
It was really nice and clean. Looked right like the pictured. Filled all of our expectations. Would come again!
ERIKA C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brett B.
11 Apr 2018
Great cabin!
Spacious, well kept, comfortable
Brett B.
Verified
8/10 Good
Russell B.
27 Mar 2018
Wonderful cabin with huge open main room
The cabin and location of the cabin were fantastic. Only problem was the hot-tub wasn't working well and had dirty water otherwise it'd be 5 stars.
Russell B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Tracey W.
26 Feb 2018
Great Home for Multiple Families
We were looking for a home for a snow trip during our ski-week. This Rustic home was perfect for the three families that traveled together. With multiple bedrooms, and a downstairs area for the kids, it met everyone's needs and able space for conversations, play and hanging out. The driveway and hill outside was perfect for sledding - and the table was large enough for group dinners. Any questions we had, we were able to text and get prompt answers. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Tracey W.
Verified
8/10 Good
Carlene Z.
25 Jan 2018
This was a great house for our family of 8. Everything you could want including a wonderful owner t
This was a great house for our family of 8. Eveyrthing you could want including a wonderful owner to deal with.
Carlene Z.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Natalie A.
11 Dec 2017
A weekend to remember
The property was perfect for our family gathering. It is very spacious and cozy. It was a huge living room and a couch that fits almost fits all the guests there. Unfortunately we weren’t able to use to hot tub but hopefully the next time we rent this property again we will. The location of it is perfect. Nice area to take a walk, also is less than 10 min drive from Donner lake. Overall, the weekend was absolutely amazing thanks to this property!
Natalie A.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sydney G.
13 Nov 2017
Great house for a big group!
The house was spacious, clean and updated. Great for large groups, especially with kids. Beautiful neighborhood very close to downtown Truckee. The kitchen was incredibly nice, spacious and well-equipped. The huge couch in the living room was super comfortable. We'd definitely stay here again!
Sydney G.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jeff C
10 Oct 2017
Fantastic location, nice house, great owner!
I've been coming up to Truckee for many years and usually book at the same house but this time decided to try another. This house was amazing. Good location, large and spacious, bright, and clean. The kids had their own room downstairs with bunk beds while the adults slept on the upper level allowing us to have undisturbed mornings so we were able to sleep in. The game room has an air hockey table, foosball, and plastic darts to entertain the children and adults. Very fun! Also any questions I had I could text and call the owner with quick response, very friendly too. Lots of parking in the garage and in the driveway. I'll be coming back to this house for sure!