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Summertime at the Hillside Mountain Retreat, elegantly rustic -full amenities

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A warm and inviting back yard w miles to roam
Nothing but blue sky
An inviting living area w fire place
Light, bright and airy
Spacious Kitchen and well provisioned

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8230.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Soda Springs, CA
  • Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Soda Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Boreal Mountain Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - Master Suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Log Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Red Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Off the Loft Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Master Suit

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Summertime at the Hillside Mountain Retreat, elegantly rustic -full amenities

If you are looking for an upscale cabin get-away, you will love your stay at our Mountain Retreat at beautiful Serene Lakes, just outside Truckee, Ca. Whether you and your family enjoy hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking, swimming, star gazing, or simply book reading by the fire - you've found your perfect destination.

Located in the community of Serene Lakes, on top of Donner Submit, you will enjoy unapparelled access to the beautiful Sierra Mountains, offering year-round outdoor experiences. Our lovely home backs up to hundreds of square miles of wilderness with the Royal Gorge and x-country skiing in our back yard. An outdoor fire pit adds to the rustic mountain ambience.

Our house includes; 4 bedrooms with luxury linens, 3 fully equipped baths, a well appointed kitchen, washer/dryer, gas fireplace and stove, heated bathroom floors, and convenient garage parking.

Not only can you and your family enjoy time on our two spacious decks, but our large backyard with stone patio is the perfect location to while away an afternoon.
In spring and early summer, the wildflowers surrounding our property flourish, and fill your senses with color and scent. Hiking trials and lookout points are easily accessible out the back door as well as world class mountain biking riding, so pack your hiking shoes and bikes. Is star gazing your thing? On a clear night the stars fill the sky and are nothing less than brilliant.

Summertime on Serene Lakes is perfect for outdoor activities such as swimming, paddling, floating and fishing, making a week in the mountains a delight. Easy access to the lake is on foot or on bicycle. We have two kayaks stored on the lake for your use. Bring you SUP or other non-motorized water toys, as it is a brilliant way to explore the High Sierra lakes, and to view the beautiful mountain backdrop.

Once the snow falls, it's time to strap on your snowshoes or your x-country skis to experience the largest X-Country Ski Resort on the west coast, the Royal Gorge X -Country Ski Resort. Ticketed patrons have access to miles of groomed trails with access just out our back door.

We have furnished the house with all the amenities you've come to expect and enjoy in a high-end experience. We love it here and know that you will too. The Hillside Mountain retreat sets the standard for elegance on Donner Summit. This slice of heaven is available for your family and friends on a weekly basis.

A vacation at our Upscale Mountain Retreat will help create memories that your family will love for years to come.

Property manager

Chris
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We encourage your family's mountain experience
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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
Per County STR Ordinance - no outside audible noise between the hours of 9 PM and 8 AM
Per County STR Ordinance - no on-street parking, no more than 4 vehicles allowed on premises
The Placer County "Good Neighbor Polices" will be forwarded to your email following booking. Also available on the Counties Web site.

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
Property Registration Number STR24-8937

About the area

Soda Springs

Serene Lakes, a neighbourhood in Soda Springs, is home to this cabin. Donner Lake and Tahoe National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include KidZone Museum and Olympic Museum.
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Soda Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort - 1 min drive - 0.1 km
  • Soda Springs - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Boreal Mountain Resort - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Donner Ski Ranch - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 23 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 24 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Truckee Ice Creamery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Pub At Donner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Belt Room Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Village Espresso - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old 40 Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summertime at the Hillside Mountain Retreat, elegantly rustic -full amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Summertime at the Hillside Mountain Retreat, elegantly rustic -full amenities located?

Located in Serene Lakes, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Tahoe National Forest, Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort and Soda Springs. Disney Express Ski Lift and Donner Ski Ranch are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Perfect home for families!

We had an absolutely lovely stay at the Hillside Mountain Retreat. The home was beautifully designed and the host made us feel so welcome. We spent our evenings relaxing on the couches by the fireplace after skiing at nearby Soda Springs. What really set this home apart for us was the many amenities for young families. Multiple baby gates, pack n plays, high chairs and toys for all ages. It was so easy to feel settled and safe with our babies. It snowed on the last day and the big kids had a fun adventure making snow angels on the deck. We were two young families traveling together and are already making plans to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb J.

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

Great stay!

This was a beautiful and well situated vacation home base for us. The house was well appointed, clean, and communication was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
they even have really cool (our kids are older now, but we commented on how great that would have been for when they were smaller)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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We have been on Donner Summit for nearly 30 years and love it. Previously we owned a local condo and allowed quests to occupy it when we weren't. We feel that by sharing our space with others they too will learn and find a fondness for the outdoors and a respect for open spaces and nature.

Why they chose this property

The community of Serene Lakes is full of like-minded people who embrace an active lifestyle, are willing to lend a helping hand, and enjoy fresh air and the mountain experience. It's a place where the kids can tie their fishing poles to their bikes and ride to the lake to test their luck - while you enjoy rest and relaxation on one of the two decks or on the backyard patio.

What makes this property unique

We built the house over the course of several years with the design idea of "elegantly rustic". We wanted it to be airy and light with unique features and one-of-a-kind detail. We wanted it to have that cabin feel, not crazy modern and what we feel would be out of place in this exquisite mountain environment. Yet we equipped it with all the amenities and creature comforts that we, and you, have come to enjoy. We know you'll love it and look forward to your perspective as well as your recommendations.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests