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The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!

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Large family room with fireplace and big screen TV.
Dining table that can seat 10
View from the loft
Kitchen
Downstairs bedroom with king bed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!

This cabin is perfect for multiple families who want to have a great get-away together. It is not set up for large groups of adults. The two story chalet features four bedrooms and enough beds to sleep up to 10 people. The large deck also has a hot tub to help you relax at the end of your day. The location in Tahoe Donner puts you right in the center of both winter and summer activities, but is also located on a quiet, forested street that provides a relaxing place to stay.

The Cabin is a roomy, charming and well-appointed home located on a flat lot in a beautiful wooded setting. The home welcomes you with comfortable furnishings, tasteful decorations, and all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The Cabin is the perfect place to make memories with your family and friends and take in all the sights and activities that make Tahoe famous.

The downstairs rooms feature a California King in one room and a pillow top Queen bed in the second room. Upstairs is a larger room with a California King bed, and a large bedroom with 2 queens and 2 bunk beds and a TV. It is the perfect kids area. A day bed in loft opens to a king sized bed.

Tahoe Donner is a highly desirable, year-round mountain community located in the historic town of Truckee. The area is easily accessible from Highway 80, and just 35 miles from Reno and 100 miles from Sacramento. You can find excellent casual and fine dining as well as unique specialty shops in old town Truckee, which is just minutes away. Groceries, a hardware store, cafes, etc. are also just minutes away.

Tahoe Donner has one of the best ski resorts for young skiers and people just learning to ski. Within minutes are 10 other ski resorts including Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Sugar Bowl, and Northstar. If cross country skiing is your winter sport, Tahoe Donner has one of California's largest x-country ski parks, and was recently named the third best in the country. Numerous trails for snow shoeing and hills for sledding are located right in Tahoe Donner.

And when the snow melts, break out the golf clubs, mountain bikes, and river rafts. Tahoe Donner has two recreation areas with swimming pools and has a private beach on the East end of Donner Lake. Miles of hiking trails, adventure parks, and miniature golf courses supply endless hours of fun for the whole family.

Some of the other amenities include high-speed wireless, private hot tub, access to Tahoe Donner facilities (for a small fee), parking room for 4 vehicles, and a perfect area for kids to hang out while adults enjoy their time together.

We are a no smoking cabin. If you are a smoker or plan to travel with smokers, this is not the property for you. . We do allow families that are looking to create special memories together. We do not allow pets due to previous experiences that resulted in damage to our property.

Property manager

Brian Hicks

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space

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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
4th room with 2 queens and 2 sets of bunk beds.
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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
Absolutely no smoking allowed.
Tahoe Donner Association Covenants Rules are strictly enforced and must be followed. Copies of the rules are available for download.

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
Property Registration Number 030730

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this cabin 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. 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 sledging and snowmobiling.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Donner Lake - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 28 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 35 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 12 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Perfect Family Vacation Home w/ Hot Tub! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area. Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area and Tahoe Donner Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

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

Great Place to Stay

The Cabin had a great layout, lots of amenities, and was perfect for our weekend in Truckee.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

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

Awesome place

We had an excellent stay at the house. The description of the house was accurate. The beds were comfortable. One of the best stocked kitchens we have been in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Perfect cabin

Loved our stay at this cabin. The host Brian was very communicative and once we arrived there was a whole folder prepared with information about the area. Its a very cosy cabin and our kids loved the "kids" room with all the bunk beds and tv room. The cabin has everything you need for a family vacation. afamiöy gwtaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

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

Spacious cabin

I had family visiting from out of the country and they had never seen snow. We took them up to Tahoe for the weekend and we had a great time. The house was very spacious and had everything that we needed. I contacted the owner once and he was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz and Alex D.

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

Another great stay in Tahoe Donner

We love the Hicks cabin. This is our second visit with friends, and won’t be our last. Great location in lovely Tahoe Donner, it was spacious for our three small families, where the parents got rooms of their own and our kids (ages 5-9) could bunk in together in their own fun room. Everything is clean and really well appointed — the kitchen is especially well set up. Hot tub was a wonderful bonus, and the snowy yard is a great place for the kids to play. Communication with the host was super easy, as was check in and check out. Thank you, Brian!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Wonderful stay!

Super comfortable and very gracious host. We hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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

Great cabin!

Very well stocked and family fun cabin. The owners were really great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kira D.

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

Great family house

We loved staying at this property. It was clean and spacious and communication with the host was great. Perfect for families, friends and even little kids.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prerna S.

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

Great stay and easy communication

Really enjoyed our stay at this property. A great place for families and younger kids. Lots of space, games and easy to get to the slopes and restaurants. Brian was super responsive and flexible. Very refreshing to have a host that was so easy to work with and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle H.

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

Great house!

Beautiful house, well-laid out for three families. It had everything we needed, check in was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

4th of July Holiday

Our family had a wonderful stay over the 4th of July Holiday. Perfect location. Quiet area and close enough to go to the lake for the day. The house layout was great for our family. Our kids loved the kids hang out area upstairs. Kitchen was fully stocked which was great for family meals. Hosts were responsive and kind. We love to come back next time during winter!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerrit M.

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

Wonderful cabin

Awesome family cabin with lots of sleeping possibilities. We all loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN B.

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

Great time!

Place is laid out really great. Huge upper area (with door that closes) with lots of beds and tv. Had all amenities needed. Tons of towels. Kids loved swimming in the spa. We’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

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

Wonderful rental!

We absolutely loved our stay here. It's a beautfiul, clearn, extremely well-kept propertyin a great location in Truckee. My two children (ages 7 and 9) were thrilled with the space too -- my daughter suggested we give the place "105 stars," but unfortunately we were limited to five. We also appreciated the host contacting us beforehand to let us know we could arrive early. All in all, a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

Had everything you could ever need!

Wonderful home, plenty of room and space for all. Kids loved the hot tub and huge room with 2 bunk beds. For a family that enjoys cooking as much as mine does we had everything we could need. Well stocked with everything.

10/10 Excellent

Susan A., USA

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

Perfect Place for a Winter Getaway!

Beautiful cabin in the perfect location of a winter wonderland! Cabin was fully stocked with all the essentials and necessities. Very spacious inside. Plenty of beds and space for two families. Had a minor issue with hot water but was immediately corrected after contacting the owner. Would definitely recommend this place for a winter vacation for all ages and would love to stay at this location again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Lovely Cabin for Family

We stayed here for Christmas. The cabin looked even bigger in person, the pictures did not do it justice! . It had everything you could think of plenty of room, blankets, towels, and kitchen utensils! Brian even had Christmas decorations and a tree up for us! We felt right at home! I would stay here again if we go up to the Truckee area! Thank you Hicks family!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

RYAN S.

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

Wonderful, Spacious, Family Friendly Cabin and Neighborhood

Marvelous cabin/house with tons of space. The bedroom with bunk beds is great for kids. The house is perfectly set up for families, particularly in the age of remote learning (we had three students working in separate rooms). Great access to trails, downtown Truckee, and everything else. And the owner was a great host. Top-notch!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

noah k.

Wonderful cabin!

This place is great. This is our 2nd year staying there with 2 families (6 kids total). There are 3 adult bedrooms too! The kids room is HUGE with a fun foosball table. The house is super-well maintained with a nice layout. The jacuzzi on the deck is great too. The other nice thing is that it's literally 2 blocks from Donner ski slopes so it's very convienient. Brian is nice and helpful and really wants his guests to have a great stay. I'd highly recommend this place for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Great big space for families, central in Tahoe Donner, nice hosts

Brian was a superb host. Everything was as described, and plenty of space for families. Games were located in the loft area. Kitchen was well equipped, beds were comfortable. The only thing was one of the bunk beds didn't have a strong supporting ladder, so my kids slept on the other beds closer to the ground. Other than that, everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Spacious Cabin Convenient to Everything

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful Tahoe-Donner cabin. The space was more than adequate for our group of 10. The kids' room is fantastic, allowing the younger people in our group to play, talk and listen to music while grownups could do the same downstairs. All of the furnishings are comfortable, and the home is well maintained. The sofa was big enough to fit out entire group when we gathered in the evening to watch the Olympics or a movie. The kitchen was very well equipped, and we enjoyed sharing most of our meals at the cabin. The hot tub was also a big treat. We highly recommend a visit if you're planning a trip to the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Liz and Alex D., Richmond, CA

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

Fabulous Tahoe Getaway

Brian’s property is just wonderful. Great location in lovely Tahoe Donner, and the cabin is beautifully looked after with a great layout. Three “grown up” bedrooms are really evenly sized (often a problem with big properties) and the large bunk room was a huge bonus with kids in the mix. We were three small families with four kids under the age of 10, and the kids loved their room, playing, building forts, etc. while we could enjoy the roomy living space. Great kitchen and dining area, and the hot tub right there on the deck was just great. Large backyard area for great snow play with the kids (and adults!) Communication with Brian was easy, and he made our stay so welcoming. Possibly the best vacation home experience we’ve had to date! Even check out was easy, as the large washing machines were accessible and made helping out with a few loads of sheets and towels no chore before we left. Thank you, Brian!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad I., Piedmont

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

One of the best Tahoe Donner vacation rentals

We rent multiple homes each ski season in Tahoe Donner with another family, and this home was one of the best we've rented in a while. An A-frame that has been upgraded throughout - the blurry pics don't do justice to the nice open kitchen/living/dining room. Lots of room for two families of four, with a great space for four boys to call their own - the adults couldn't even hear them from the living room. Quiet street, large hot tub and good-sized garage for one car plus a range of skis and sleds. Plenty of kitchen utensils, towels, bathroom supplies, wood and everything else we needed. Most importantly, all this for a very reasonable price relative to some of the other homes we have rented. Plus, Brian was a great and communicative host.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherie V.

Love at first sight!

My family and I have fallen in love with this home! First, thing we noticed was that this happy house seemed to be getting a giant hug from the trees that surrounded it and provided incredible privacy. As we walked in the front door, we had to pause and take it all in. Granite. Big Kitchen. Giant TV. Slate floor. Awesome bathroom. Really??? Who would ever rent this out? I would be happy to live there full time! (We have been up twice in the past 6 months, every season has something new to offer. We are really hoping to get snowed in next winter!) This place rocks!

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Great Hosts

This was our second year renting the Tahoe Donner home of Brian Hicks and his wife. We plan a 4 day ski trip during February each year and find their home to be a wonderful place to stay. It is clean, comfortable and well supplied with many of the basic necessities. There was plenty of wood for the fireplace and the hot tub was a welcome refuge after a day of skiing. But more important than all of this was their generosity and understanding when our son had a serious fall and needed surgery in Truckee. They willingly and without hesitation allowed one of our family members to stay at their home beyond our rental time. He stayed there until our son was released from the hospital and able to come home. Their kindness helped to alleviate much stress during a really difficult time. And we can never repay them for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Brian Hicks

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We purchased this home in early 2013 so that we could have a place that our children could grow up with and our family could create memories with friends and family to last a lifetime. We live in the Sacramento area and use this home quite often. We are happy to be able to share it with others during the times that we can't make it up.

Why they chose this property

We chose Tahoe Donner because of all the amenities and the proximity to Sacramento. The property has a 'mountain cabin' feel while still offering all of the comforts of a modern home.

What makes this property unique

We wanted a home that we could get away from it all and would allow us to entertain our entire extended family for memorable family get-togethers. Our location in Tahoe Donner is on a very quiet street and yet we are minutes away from skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, golfing, biking, and swimming at both the community pools and at the private beach at Donner Lake.