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Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views

Holiday home in Truckee with kitchen and balcony

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Front exterior & driveway
Living space with TV, fireplace, and plenty of seating
Deck off of living space
Full kitchen with counter seating
Living space with TV, fireplace, and plenty of seating

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102254 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views

Summary:

A mountain home with all the bells and whistles!



Permit #: STR21-00698

Max Occupancy: 10

Parking Spaces: 6



The Space:

Welcome to Truckee Pines Retreat, a fitting name for this relaxed family home in the heart of Truckee that offers exclusive access to the Tahoe Donner Trout Creek Recreation Center. With a game room, and open concept living space, you're sure to make plenty of memories on your next getaway!



The home provides an open-concept layout giving you sightlines to enjoy each other's company and be a part of the conversation. The living room features a beautiful wood-panel peaked ceiling, TV, gas fireplace and ample seating on the cozy sectional. From the living room, you gain access to a large deck outside with patio seating and BBQ.



In addition to modern, stainless steel appliances, the kitchen comes fully equipped to meet your needs with a coffee maker, toaster, blender and more! Enjoy whipping up delicious meals together on the spacious island that allows for plenty of prep space and has stools to seat 3. Steps away, enjoy more formal dining or break out a board game at the long table that seats 8-10 with a bench.



The home has 3 bedrooms and sleeps up to 10 guests comfortably with ample space and soft linens.



Sleep soundly in the master bedroom with Queen bed and deck access. The en-suite is equipped with a soaking tub, stand up shower, and dual sinks.



The 2nd bedroom offers a Queen bed and also has deck access.



The 3rd bedroom has been configured with a Twin bed and 2 Twin-over-Double bunk beds.



In addition to the master bathroom, there are 2 shared bathrooms that have a shower/tub combo and serve the 2nd & 3rd bedrooms.



Hours of fun await in the game room complete with an air hockey table, foosball table, and wet bar.



THINGS TO NOTE:

- A bear box is located at the end of the driveway for safe trash disposal

- The paved driveway has space for up to 5 vehicles

- In the winter months, tire chains and 4WD is necessary

- The washer/dryer in unit is available for your use



Truckee is a small town in Northern California with some big time soul becoming a hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts in recent years because of its access to an endless list of outdoor attractions. The historic downtown Truckee is a 10-minute drive where you can enjoy shopping, dining, and historic walking tours. Donner Lake, under a 10-minute drive, is a freshwater lake where you can catch some of the biggest trout in the state of California! In under 25-minutes you can be at Northstar California Resort, a popular destination for avid skiers and mountain bikers that offers additional offerings such as; spas, pools, kids camp, and more! A drive to picturesque Lake Tahoe is 25-minutes or less.



STR21-00698



Please note that requests for late checkout must be received no later than 10:00 AM local time on the day prior to your departure. Early check-in and late checkout are based on availability and require approval and may be subject to an additional fee of up to $60.00 depending on the number of additional hours requested. Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in arranging.



Our cleaners travel from great lengths and have tight schedules and therefore will arrive right at 10am. Failure to abide our check-out policy may result in fees.



Guests staying at the property have access to 6 passes that gain access to the Tahoe Donner Recreation Center, which offers communal swimming pools, hot tubs, and a sauna; private beach (summers only), and other exclusive amenities. Amenities vary by season and rates are set by Tahoe Donner Association (not included in your reservation). More information can be found on the Tahoe Donner website.



2026 Short-Term Tenant Card Restrictions

Please note, Short-Term Tenant Card access will be blacked out on the following dates:

• 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)

Short-Term Tenant Cards are not required for public amenities. Short-Term Tenants are always welcome at the public amenities. Public rates apply.

Daily Access Rates apply for private amenities.

Ages 0-2 FREE, Ages 3-6 $10, and Ages 7+ $30

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Open outdoor fires and BBQs using wood or charcoal are prohibited. Noise that is “an unreasonable annoyance or nuisance to neighbors(s)” is prohibi...

Important information

You need to know

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number STR21-00698

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this holiday home is near the beach. Boreal Mountain Resort 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 Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Truckee, CA

What's 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 - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 17 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 12 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and Tahoe Donner Tennis Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

6.4

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

6.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

6.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
How can you advertise a game room with air hockey and foosball if there are no hockey pucks or balls that work for the foosball. It's not "hours of fun" it's a disappointment.This home has no "bells and whistles" and feels like an old Motel 6. The carpets are stained, no cushions on the couch, not even a washcloth in the bathrooms, lamp or nightlight. The barbeque barely had enough gas to finish cooking our chicken. There were no instructions for the TV or thermostat. I have rented a few houses in Tahoe Donner where you know the owners care. I cannot say the same for this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda G.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Overall nice place could be cleaner

Upon arriving and checking out the rooms we noticed water bottles that were left behind and not picked up by cleaners, there were towels in the dryer that we took out and folded. Also in one corner of the down stairs had a spot that was full of cobwebs that had not be clean in some time. The coffee pot was full of mold. The location was great and was just a short drive into town and the amount of beds was perfect as there was 9 people in our party.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mantej D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Would not recommend.

My group and I had several glaring issues with this property. Check in was a disaster. The door code given to us did not work. We tried to contact the owner's, but they did not respond. We had to contact Vrbo directly and after 2 hours, we were able to get the code for the emergency key. The Vrbo lacked basic necessities such as soap and shampoo in the bathrooms. The Vrbo has strict cleaning rules, but did not provide trash bags or cleaning supplies to complete the chores. The Vrbo claims that is sleeps ten people, and while there is bed space for ten people, there are less than ten pillows and blankets in the cabin. This made sleeping ten people very uncomfortable. The hot water barely worked. After about two showers, the hot water would completely run out and would take hours to heat up again. There was an unplugged carbon monoxide detector in one of the rooms. I am unsure whether this needed to be plugged in or was just clutter they left in the house. Overall this was a poor experience and I would recommend everyone to avoid this Vrbo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grandma’s Snow Place!

Beautiful, spacious, and lots of snow. One granddaughter slept through the ride home and then cried because she wanted to go back to Grandma’s “Snow House!”
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Great experience staying here. Very clean and accurate to online posting. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

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