This vacation home places you next to Tahoe National Forest and within a mile (2 km) of Tahoe Donner Golf Course. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Tahoe Donner Golf Course - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Donner Lake - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
Northstar California Resort - 17 min drive - 15.7 miles
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
Taco Bell - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 2,254 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Open outdoor fires and BBQs using wood or charcoal are prohibited.
Noise that is “an unreasonable annoyance or nuisance to neighbors(s)” is prohibi...
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number STR21-00698
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Truckee, just steps from Tahoe National Forest. You'll also find Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.
Are there hot tubs at Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 10 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), which is around 26.7 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views?
Yes, every accommodation at Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.
Truckee Pines Retreat | Game Room & Forest Views Reviews
Reviews
6.4
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Cleanliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Jeanne B., Grass Valley, California USA
Aug 7, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Jeanne B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
2/10 Terrible
Mantej D., San Jose
Jan 16, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Mantej D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Amanda G.
Sep 16, 2022
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.
Amanda G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
William S.
Feb 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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!”
William S.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ronald T.
Feb 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Great experience staying here. Very clean and accurate to online posting. 10/10 would recommend.