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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Heated pool
Hot tub on site
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Truckee, CA
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
Place, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
13 min walk
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
3 min drive
Tahoe Donner Golf Course
Place, Tahoe Donner Golf Course
3 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
20 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1: Primary Suite
1 King Bed
Queen/twin bunk and twin bunk room
3 Single Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Jack and Jill Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Shared Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee
Welcome to Hillside Haven! Located in the resort community of Tahoe Donner, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath property is located on Hillside Dr. just a few minutes away from the Alder Creek Adventure Center.
Enter this bi-level home via the covered front steps. Journey up to the top floor, and you'll enter the main living space. Finished with high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a rustic hard wood floor, this property is convenient, well equipped, and comfortable. The great room offers a river rock framed wood stove, dining for 6, breakfast bar for 2, and a generous deck off the main living space. The primary king bedroom is offered on the main floor, with entrances to the en suite bath from the bedroom and the hall. Grand vistas of the mountainside are visible from the deck and dining areas.
Downstairs two bedrooms are offered, a queen bedroom and bunk room with queen under twin bunk and additional twin bunk. A shared bath is equipped with a bathtub shower combo. Additional amenities include a laundry room and a large two car garage.
Tahoe Donner is a premier mountain community near Truckee and Donner Lake, offering over 6,000 homes on 7,000 acres with diverse property options and first-rate amenities. Guests enjoy easy access to I-80, reduced Bay Area travel time, and exclusive privileges to pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, tennis courts, golf, a ski resort, and a private beach on Donner Lake. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and snow play in winter to golf, hiking, and water sports in summer, along with acclaimed dining at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub and other local eateries. Six guest cards per rental grant access to all amenities for a daily fee, with children two years old and under admitted free of charge. Tahoe Donner is minutes from historic Downtown Truckee and major ski resorts, making it the ideal family getaway for relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled value in North Lake Tahoe. Please note: amenity access may require seasonal fees; some amenities may be unavailable during renovations. For more information, please visit the Tahoe Donner website.
New in 2026: Daily fee amenities are not available to short-term rental guests during holiday blackout dates. The blackout dates are listed below: Jan 17-19 (MLK Day) Feb 14-16 (President's Day) May 23-25 (Memorial Day) July 1-5 (July 4th) Sept 5-7 (Labor Day) Nov 26-29 (Thanksgiving Day) Dec 24-Jan 3, 2027 (Christmas/New Year's holiday)
What we love about this property is the location, family friendly vibe and views! Enjoy the best Tahoe Donner has to offer at Hillside Haven on your next Tahoe/Truckee getaway!
There is no AC at this home. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day.
STR RCN #: 029888, Parking Spots: 4
Please remember that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are rare, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try to accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return recreation passes and leave on home book.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 29888
Property # 3851084vb
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Truckee
Located in Truckee, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. 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 snowmobiling and ice skating.
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Tahoe Donner Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Donner Lake - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
Northstar California Resort - 28 min drive - 24.9 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 14 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Coffeebar Bakery - 8 min drive
Tahoe Donner - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Panda Express - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee on 29 Aug, 2026 start from S$236, 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 Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee located?
Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area 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.
Photos don’t do this place justice. Great house. Beautiful wood . Very comfortable. Back yard hill is perfect for kids sledding. Will try to stay again in the summer next time.
Thomas K.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2026
Thank you so much, we look forward to hosting you again!
Cabin was exactly as pictured. Very clean. Check-in/ out was concise and seamless. Great central location close to town. Would absolutely recommend and stay there again.
Wandy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review, we hope to host you again in the future!
This is a great house in Tahoe, located in close proximity to outdoor recreation, downtown shopping, parks and pools.The house was very comfortable and immaculate, with a beautiful deck overlooking the wooded slope. We enjoyed every moment here.
We enjoyed our stay. Spacious lot in a quiet neighborhood. House clean, comfortable and well-equipped. Garage for car a plus! Deck with table and chairs was perfect for morning coffee and afternoon drinks, while surrounded by pine trees. Kitchen well stocked with everything needed for meal prep. Close location to excellent hiking, Old Town Truckee, Lake Tahoe area. We definitely plan to be back!
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your feedback Karen! We really appreciate it and look forward to hosting you in the future!
This was a good house for a ski trip with a few coworkers. All the appliances worked (though we didn't try the stove). The place was clean, and there was lots of parking, though I would guess the driveway could be difficult in icier conditions.
Our stay at the Hillside Haven for seven nights was very relaxing. It is a house in a quiet neighborhood of Truckee with very easy access to Lake Tahoe and many other areas. The management company was excellent. I liked that the living area was upstairs and that there were pretty views of the forest and mountains and a cross breeze on warm days. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. It was exactly what we needed at a reasonable price. We were also traveling with mountain bikes, so having a garage was very helpful. Also, there was plenty of cleaning products, paper products and I loved that we could do laundry there. We did not have to run out for any paper or cleaning supplies while we were there, which I really appreciated and have had to do at other rentals. The only comfort suggestion I would make, was if there could be more comfortable seating in the living room and deck. The couch was usually fought over. No one wanted to sit in the antique chair and the deck wooden chairs were hard and uncomfortable, so we didn't sit out there much. Otherwise all was perfect!
Karen R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback, we appreciate it!
About the host
Hosted by Tahoe Mountain Properties
Tahoe Mountain Properties specializes in nightly rentals and ski leases in the north Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Donner Lake and surrounding resort areas. Rent with us and your memorable Tahoe vacation awaits! Arrive to your vacation home with the lights turned on and the heat turned up. Concierge services are available upon request and an after hours emergency phone number will be provided. We look forward to hosting you!
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