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Aloha Cabin: Family-Friendly with Best Backyard Sledding Hill

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The Aloha Cabin at sunset surrounded by trees, with level driveway
View of the trees from the living room
Super comfortable top-grain leather sectional, perfect for lounging
Living room, a great space for relaxing or watching the flatscreen TV
The dining table seats 7 and the bar seats 3 more, plus al fresco dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Coyote Moon Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Donner Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aloha Cabin: Family-Friendly with Best Backyard Sledding Hill

Welcome to the Aloha Cabin! This newly remodeled three bedroom + loft, three bathroom house is conveniently located within Tahoe Donner, is very comfortably furnished and has a expansive backyard that is perfect for outdoor play and has been called “the best sledding hill” in Tahoe Donner. Plus, of course, gain access to all of the year-round amenities that Tahoe Donner has to offer including swimming pools, golf, and tennis.

Each floor has a bedroom and full bathroom, which is great for limiting noise and maximizing privacy. On the first floor, the bedroom houses two sets of bunkbeds (four twin beds), and the bathroom has a shower. There is also a bonus space with a comfortable couch, television and foosball table. This bedroom and bonus space make for a perfect kids’ hangout where they can be as loud as they want without disturbing those on the main floor. There are doors at the top and bottom of the stairway the keep any noise from traveling. At night you can put the kids to bed and then hang out in the living room on the main floor as late as you want without worrying about waking up the little ones. Nothing puts a damper on a vacation than being woken up too early by excited kids or having to be quiet and whisper your conversations at night after the kids go to bed. This won’t happen in this house!

The kitchen and living room are on the second floor. The second floor bedroom offers a queen size bed and walk-in closet, and the bathroom has a bathtub with jet streams, perfect for relaxing after a long day in the outdoors or on the slopes.

The cozy kitchen is newly remodeled, and you will find all of the necessities to make a gourmet meal. It is fully stocked with dishes and flatware, pots and pans, cooking utensils, cookie sheets, muffin pans, rice cooker, toaster oven, toaster, wine glasses, coffee maker, French press and more.

The living room has a solid wood dining table that comfortably seats seven, and the kitchen bar seats an additional three. A top-grain leather sectional and seats round out the perfect conversation, TV watching, or relaxation spot. A flat screen TV offers dozens of cable channels and there is WIFI throughout the house.

The third floor hosts a bedroom with queen bed, a bathroom with large shower and a loft with two twin beds and another comfy conversation nook. All of the furniture is in mint condition—no lumpy beds or old linens here.

Outside, there are two large decks. The front deck has teak furniture with seating for 10 and a gas grill, and the back deck offers a relaxing, private atmosphere ideal for viewing the forest and stargazing. The yard offers plenty of at-home adventure opportunities year-round for the kids and an amazing sledding hill for hours of entertainment. (Sleds are in the garage.) The backyard connects to a large wooded greenbelt that is perfect for hiking and exploring. There is a one-car garage and a carport with parking for at least four or more vehicles. The driveway is completely flat, a major plus for the winter months. There are also a washer and dryer for longer stays.

The home is very conveniently located in lower Tahoe Donner in Truckee, allowing you to get to all of your destinations quickly. You will have access to all of the Tahoe Donner amenities (with a small fee) including three swimming pools (one open year-round), fitness center, bocce ball, archery, and the members-only beach club and boat lunch on Donner Lake. Plus, you will have access to the Tahoe Donner ski area, cross country ski center, golf course, tennis center, driving range and equestrian center. Northstar, Sugar Bowl, Alpine Meadows, Boreal, and Squaw Valley are all within a 30 minute drive as well as the Truckee River and Lake Tahoe.

Throughout the home you will find little touches of Aloha, from the bright fish artwork to the starfish on the dining table. Whether you want all the activity that the water and slopes have to offer or you want a relaxing retreat in the woods, make the Aloha Cabin your home away from home, and be prepared to create memories that will last for years.

Please note that all reservations are tentative until the signed rental agreement is returned.

The occupancy limit is 8 excluding children under 13 years of age.

Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate Number (RCN) STR21-00924

Property manager

Kelly

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adventure-ready yard w/ the "best sledding hill"
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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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this holiday home is in the mountains. Palisades Tahoe 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. Travelling with kids? Consider KidZone Museum and Olympic Valley Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Donner Lake - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Old Greenwood Golf Course - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 22 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 8 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Aloha Cabin: Family-Friendly with Best Backyard Sledding Hill have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Aloha Cabin: Family-Friendly with Best Backyard Sledding Hill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aloha Cabin: Family-Friendly with Best Backyard Sledding Hill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aloha Cabin: Family-Friendly with Best Backyard Sledding Hill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aloha Cabin: Family-Friendly with Best Backyard Sledding Hill located?

This family-friendly Truckee holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest, Tahoe Donner Golf Course and Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. KidZone Museum and Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyson C.

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

Great family spot

We loved our stay at this cabin! Great layout that allowed the kids space to play, but also room for everyone to go when it was time for sleep or quiet. Clean, well-stocked, and amazing backyard hill! We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vasu M.

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

Great time!!

We had a great time and the home was perfect for needs and location. The host was great and easy to communicate with
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Much needed family time

We wanted a snow weekend and that is what we got! My 3 grandsons ages 10-8 who live in different towns like to play and see each other and we all know how difficult that has been. The elevated backyard was perfect for sledding, discing, and we even now have a budding snowboarder! He practiced and practiced. So convenient to stop, run in for food and back at it. As adults, we liked the separate sleeping and bathrooms! So much fun! Hope to repeat next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

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

Loved it!

Perfect cabin for snow play & sledding without having to leave! It was super clean, cozy & comfortable inside. We will definitely rent this property again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith R.

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

Wonderful family retreat

The home was spotlessly clean. Very kid friendly with plenty of separate and shared space. Close to both Donner Lake and Truckee River which are both beautiful and accessible for both small children and seniors. We definitely hope to come again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E., Sacramento, ca

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

Aloha - AGAIN! - Great Family Cabin - Sledding

I think it says a lot when guests return to the same property - this was out second visit to the Aloha Cabin. Aloha Cabin is awesome for families, there is room for everyone to hang out together, and still places for people to sit away from the group if they want. For us the big draw is the sledding and snow in the backyard - it allows us to play as long as we want, and then go in for a break when needed. Close to Old Town Truckee, a Safeway, and restaurants. This trip we went over to Squaw Valley (only 20 minutes away) and spent the evening seeing the fireworks over the snowy mountains and disco tubing! Thanks for having us! The Eck
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

We loved staying at the cabin!!! It was perfect for 2 families. We especially loved having the hill in the backyard to sled. This allowed the kids to play outside several times per day. I would love to stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

barbara g.

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

Great long weekend with friends!

My husband and friends enjoyed their annual Tahoe-Truckee golf trip and this cabin was the perfect place to stay. Convenient to everything, comfortable and well furnished - and most of the bedrooms had their own bath! Kelly was very helpful. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

A B.

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

Nice get-away but not as private as expected

We enjoyed our stay at Aloha cabin. The room and amenity descriptions were accurate, but we thought the location would be more private than it was, and we were on a busier road than expected. That said, Kelly was easy to communicate with, directions and check in/check out process very easy. Donner lake was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Lori H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

aloha cabin

Great location and easy check in/out. very comfortably fit our family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

A great stay

Comfortable and spacious vacation home with beautiful surroundings. The kids had a great time playing in the backyard (so much sledding!) while the adults enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen and cozy living room. We'll be back to see it in other seasons!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Marisa A.

My kids didn't want to leave

We had a great time. I liked that there was a bedroom and bathroom on each floor. It provided plenty of space and privacy. Kitchen was small but I was aware of that. It met our needs. There was so much snow that we couldn't access the "sledding hill" in the back. That was a bummer but that's mother nature for you. We were there 4 nights and my kids still didn't want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Manivannan R.

I loved it!

We had very nice time staying here. The place is very family friendly and kids love it. I would definitely recommend this place and stay here in our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great little cabin near Donner Lake

We recently spent four days at the Aloha Cabin with another family, in all four adults and three kids stayed in this cute little cabin. The pros: - Clean and well stocked house. There are plenty of cooking supplies, games, towels, amenities, even sleds to entertain our group when we were snowed in for two days! - So close to Boreal and Sugar Bowl, super convenient - In the two-day blizzard a snow plow came by everyday to plow out the driveway, which was SO helpful! - The owner Kelly is super responsive and helpful before and during our stay The small cons: - The kitchen is very small, which you can't really tell from the photos, which made it hard for multiple people to be in side (cooking and cleaning at the same time) I would recommend this cabin and come back again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lynette G.

Scout Troop had a great snow trip

3 moms came up here with 6 8th graders. We all had a great time. The owner is a super fast respondent to all questions - very helpful. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

DAvid L., Menlo Park CA

A good January ski weekend

We enjoyed the house, and the owners were easy to communicate with and helpful. It's set back quite far from the road, with lots of place for the kids to play outside, even though the snow was 10 feet deep. The house itself was comfortable. The kitchen is small, but efficient, and well equipped, although it did lack a dishwasher. Not a huge deal, but it didn't occur to us that it wouldn't have one. The space was very good for two families with kids ages 9-12.... they could be downstairs on their own. The beds were comfortable, and the house was warm .The 1-car garage was accessible after the snow removal guys came. Overall , we had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul G., Southern Cali

very pleased!!

We completely enjoyed our stay at Aloha House! Location was great, plenty of beds and sleeping spaces for all the cousins! I would definitely return here on my next visit. Kelly was very accessible and attentive. We were completely comfortable and relaxed.Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Cuddle Up with your Loved Ones at the Aloha Cabin

We had an Awesome snow vacation at the Aloha Cabin! The cabin is very much as described, and it easily sleeps 10. It worked great for two families - with the "big" kids downstairs, one couple on the second floor, and another couple with the small kids on the third floor. The kids LOVED being downstairs, they called it the "kid cave" as in "cool, let's go down and hang out in the Kid Cave". Still there is plenty of room for everyone to hang out together on the second floor, and enjoy looking out the huge glass windows at the snow. Plus, there are TONS of down comforters (what's on the beds plus extras) for cuddling up on the couch or the floor, to read, watch tv, build puzzles. We love the town of Truckee, but honestly, we parked the car on arrival and didn't leave the cabin until we went home days later. The BEST part though was the sledding hill out back, we made great use of the sleds in the garage, and had a blast without ever leaving the cabin - total quality family time that my kids will never forget. Thanks so much for having us!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

Never wanted to say "aloha" to the Aloha Cabin!

This place was amazing! The owners really thought of everything. We had 9 people comfortably and there was even room for more if needed! The home is beautiful and give you that warm, cozy feeling. Cute decorations everywhere. Lots of fun to be had in the kids room downstairs- we had a wild foosball tournament one night! And the living room and kitchen area are perfect for cooking, talking, listening to music, watching movies, and relaxing all together. We never wanted to leave. Great location, too! Near lots of fun in Truckee and not to far from the Tahoe activities. Definitely coming back next time!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Great family vacation spot

Great property! We were two families traveling together--7 of us, with room for several more. The layout is great with double bunks downstairs for the kids, with adjoining bonus room with foosball table and video games. Two more bedrooms for the grownups, and the third bathroom is a bonus. Kitchen's a bit small, but we got used to it quickly and made the most of the space. The house was clean and comfortable. Plenty of seating for dining and lounging around. Loved the front deck for outdoor eating, and the back deck for coffee in the morning. Location was great--loved Truckee, and property is not far from Lake Tahoe. Lots to see and do. We spent a day enjoying downtown Truckee and exploring the Donner Lake/Pass area with all of its history. We enjoyed a boat tour on Lake Tahoe to Emerald Bay (beautiful!), and several hikes around the lake. Kelly was awesome to work with. I would stay here again and recommend it to my friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jean N., Martinez, CA

Great place for a family vacation

The Aloha Cabin was a perfect place for our family, age range from 6 weeks to 68 yrs. Location was great, place was clean & comfortable and there was ample room for young children to play. I would definitely stay there again. Kelly was very quick to respond to my e-mails which I appreciated and very accommodating.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Savitha N.

Lovely Family Getaway

We stayed here for our annual Tahoe family gathering. Everyone really liked the place. The older kids couldn't get enough of the foosball table. The youngest just had fun traversing the stairs of the three floors. The place is very clean and has a cabin-in-the-woods type feel. The beds were very comfortable. My sister said she slept better than at her own home. The place is really close to Boreal and Soda springs which we went to and had a great time. We had a small issue with a bathroom heater. We called the owners and they responded promptly. They were so nice and helpful to solve the issue quickly. I would definitely recommend this place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

Great for extended family

The Aloha Cabin was a perfect place for our family of six plus grandparents. We've stayed in much bigger (and pricier) cabins in Tahoe Donner in the past, but this place is so well laid out that it didn't feel cramped at all. It's really cosy and well set back from the road. The slope behind the house is also great for sledging. Highly recommended!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steffany L.

Great place for kids! Nice location.

We had a wonderful stay at the Aloha house with two other families. The open layout on the main floor was great for spending some time together, and hanging out when the kids went to bed! The front patio was perfect for BBQ-ing and dining alfresco (and not worrying about making a mess). We had our baby upstairs and he was isolated from the big kids' noise downstairs no problem. Our boys loved exploring the vast backyard where we had squirrel and deer-sightings. Location is convenient, very close to the Donner pool were we enjoyed swimming, pizza and delicious ice cream cookie dessert, as well as rafting down the river, and swimming in Donner Lake. We worked with Kelly and she was really helpful, nice and responsive, giving us tips (about the rafting and ice cream cookie and more!) and responding quickly to any questions.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Taz H.

Clean, comfortable and peaceful

I really enjoyed my stay at the home. It had everything our two families needed for a comfortable stay. There was plenty of space for everyone inside, and our kids loved playing in the backyard. We had a blast!

About the host

Hosted by Kelly

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We have lived in the Bay Area since 1996 and have had the fortune of visiting Tahoe Donner with our family over the past several years. We wanted to spread our love of TD by sharing our home with others. Some of our family’s best memories have been created in TD, whether hiking in search of the elusive sugar pinecones, kayaking on Donner Lake, snorkeling at Speedboat Beach, cross country skiing in TD, fishing for crawdads, floating down the Truckee River, or simply playing a game of tag in the backyard. We have furnished the home with all the comforts that we enjoy and hope that you love the Aloha Cabin as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the humongous backyard. It is the best combination of shaded flat ground (large enough for a pickup game of football) with a perfect upward sloping hill. It’s been called the best sledding hill in Tahoe Donner. Our children and their friends have spent countless hours exploring the greenbelt, tossing footballs and playing soccer, creating amazing mountain bike tracks, sledding and snowshoeing and playing hide and seek. There are endless possibilities when you have both flat and hilly ground to choose your own adventure.

We also love having two decks. The front deck is perfect for al fresco dining and is an extension of the living/dining room. The back deck is perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or star-gazing at night. It also overlooks the spacious backyard where you can watch your children play.

What makes this property unique

There is an amazing amount of privacy inside the Aloha Cabin. This is especially important for larger families or if you are vacationing with more than one family. Not only does each floor have its own bedroom and bathroom but the soundproof double doors that separate the first floor bonus room and bunkroom from the rest of the home create a distinct space where kids can play as loudly as they like while the adults can lounge in peace in the second floor living room. When it’s bedtime you can put the early sleepers to sleep on the first floor and never have to worry about being too loud as you continue your festivities in the rest of the house.

Practically speaking, the flat circular driveway and garage are immeasurably helpful during the winter. There is also a covered carport for a second vehicle. No need to waste time in the morning scraping snow off your cars before heading for the slopes.

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