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Cozy Family Getaway | Fire Pit, Bunk Room w/ TV, Games & 10Min to Sugar Bowl Ski

Family-friendly vacation home in Truckee

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Dining
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Truckee

Located in Donner Lake Woods, this vacation home is adjacent to Tahoe National Forest and a short stroll from Donner Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Donner Memorial State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Donner Lake - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • West End Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sugar Bowl - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 19 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬11 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.

Cozy Family Getaway | Fire Pit, Bunk Room w/ TV, Games & 10Min to Sugar Bowl Ski

🏔️ Donner Lake Vacation Lodge – Spacious Mountain Retreat Near Truckee + Donner Lake

Escape to Donner Lake Vacation Lodge—your spacious Truckee retreat with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and room for 10 guests. Enjoy a soaring great room with stone fireplace, large deck for outdoor dining, and a family-friendly loft. Just minutes from Donner Lake, ski resorts, trails, and downtown Truckee, this home is perfect for year-round adventures. Comfort, convenience, and mountain charm await—book your Tahoe stay today!

We care for Tahoe as much as we care for our guests! With every stay, Tahoe Signature Properties plants a tree and provides eco-friendly supplies to help preserve our beautiful mountain environment.

🪵 The Space

• 🌲 Expansive great room with vaulted ceilings, natural wood beams, and a wall of windows showcasing forest views;
• 🔥 Cozy stone fireplace with plush leather sofas and a flat-screen TV for relaxing evenings;
• 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bar seating, and generous counter space;
• 🍽️ Large 12-person dining table ideal for family dinners or group gatherings;
• 🌤️ Outdoor deck with shaded tables and multiple seating areas for al fresco dining;

🛌 Bedrooms and Bathrooms

• 🛏️ Main-floor primary suite with a king bed, deck access, and ensuite featuring double sinks, jetted tub, and walk-in shower;
• 🛌 Second primary suite upstairs with queen bed and private ensuite bathroom;
• 💤 Third bedroom with a queen bed for cozy comfort;
• 🛏️ Fourth bedroom with bunk beds — perfect for kids or teens;
• 🚿 Four total bathrooms providing ample privacy and convenience;

🎮 Loft and Living Spaces

• 🎲 Spacious loft overlooking the great room, ideal for games or movie nights;
• ♠️ Equipped with a poker table for friendly rounds of Texas Hold’em;
• 📺 Second lounging area with seating and entertainment setup;

🗺️ Location Highlights and Amenities

• 🏖️ Minutes from Donner Lake for swimming, boating, paddleboarding, and lakeside picnics;
• 🎿 Close to Sugar Bowl, Boreal Mountain, and Donner Summit ski resorts;
• 🚴‍♂️ Surrounded by scenic hiking and biking trails for all skill levels;
• 🛍️ Short drive to Historic Downtown Truckee’s shops, cafés, and restaurants;
• 💆‍♀️ Nearby spas and wellness centers for ultimate relaxation;
• 🌐 High-speed WiFi, Smart TVs, central heating, and washer/dryer;
• 👶 Family-friendly amenities and spacious open layout;

✅ Good to Know

•Maximum Occupancy: 10
•Parking: There are 2 parking spaces in the tandem garage.
•Town of Truckee: 001810
• No pets (family allergies);
•Outdoor furniture and grills may not be available November–May;
•Winter travel requires snow tires and 4WD/AWD, or chains;
•Quiet hours are enforced from 10 PM to 7 AM per Town of Truckee regulations;
•Full Terms & Conditions supplied upon booking and completion of signatures on the Booking Confirmation/
• Rental Agreement contract required for booking to be confirmed, must be signed within 24 hours of creating the reservation;
•Agreement must be signed by Occupants aged 25 or older.
•Exterior security cameras on property.

🛎️ Why Stay with Tahoe Signature Properties

Locally owned and operated with nearby staff support;
Easy self-check-in with a personal code;
3D walkthroughs available so you know exactly what to expect.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,550 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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Donner Lake Woods, just steps from Tahoe National Forest. You'll also find Donner Lake and West End Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

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, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Cozy Family Getaway | Fire Pit, Bunk Room w/ TV, Games & 10Min to Sugar Bowl Ski a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as tennis.

Are there hot tubs at Cozy Family Getaway | Fire Pit, Bunk Room w/ TV, Games & 10Min to Sugar Bowl Ski?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

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 though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 11.5 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Cozy Family Getaway | Fire Pit, Bunk Room w/ TV, Games & 10Min to Sugar Bowl Ski?

Yes, every accommodation at Cozy Family Getaway | Fire Pit, Bunk Room w/ TV, Games & 10Min to Sugar Bowl Ski comes with a deck.

Cozy Family Getaway | Fire Pit, Bunk Room w/ TV, Games & 10Min to Sugar Bowl Ski Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Saudia U., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy our stay! The house had everything we needed. Best part was the poker table!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski trip

Amazing house and great location! 10-15 min drive to Sugar Bowl which was very convenient! Close to Truckee for groceries, restaurants, etc. House was clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness

making memories

party of 8! enjoyed house, walks, snow on the beach, and downtown Truckee
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy Stay in a Storm

This property was just as described, and it was warm and cozy during the storm. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, which made cooking a treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Donner house

We had a great time! Kitchen was well stocked, plenty of space and loved the loft room. Only thing was front entry was plowed over due to snow so we could only use kitchen entrance, not ideal with wet boots.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill E., San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Perfect spot for our family-lots of bathrooms!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy L., San Jose, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home for large families with kids

My family and extended family enjoyed our stay. The home was spacious for the 10 of us and was quite cozy and warm despite the temperatures hitting 5-degrees in the February evening. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking wares and the loft was great for the kids to play games. The backyard also opened up into the woods to a creek-bed which made for a great small sledding hill for our 5YO. The house is also a 15-min walk to West End Beach which was fun to play, even in snow! Only complaint was that the mattresses were a little stiff for my >70YO mother and father, but didn't seem to faze the younger folks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

TAMI K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

This was a beautiful cabin - lots of room and everything you need. Well equipped - great location and very cute decor. My family loved it. If I had any criticism it would be to have some beach towels - otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Jessica D.

Great rental with amenities listed but not available

This house is great rental to visit! A few things that were advertised in the listing but not available which was super disappointing. 1. No fire-pit or outside seating!!Other than cheap folding chairs, this was the biggest disappointment as we chose this location based on the fire-pit and outside seating as one of the primary amenities 2. All the faucets and showers ran super cold or scolding hot; they need to change out the cartridges 3. Please upgrade your coffee pot to the kcup machine, the coffee maker was a pain with all the beeping 4. All the beds were not clean, the sheets smelled, did not looks clean, and one bed even had cough drop wrappers and some of us were bitten while sleeping (bed bugs?) 5. The microwave was old and loud 6. The listing on VRBO stated tandem garage parking but owner has a golf cart stored in the garage which allows for only one vehicle to park in garage. (Why even list it?) 7. Couch seating downstairs was for 5 people and this house is able to sleep 10 people, maybe add another love seat to allow all 10 people to seat around fire place 8. The towels were worn and threadbare. More towels in each bathroom for those that were staying longer Things that were great: 1. The fridge was awesome in size, we brought lots of food and it stored it all. 2. The ice makers kept up with us during our entire stay!! 3. Kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans 4. Bathrooms were clean 5. Dining room seating was ample 6. Kitchen was large and allowed lots of people to be in it at one time 7. Oven worked like a champ! 8. The fireplace was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

JAMES A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

Simply a great place. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike M., San Jose CA

Liked: Cleanliness

A legitimate 5 star property!

Finally! A home on VRBO rated 5 stars that actually is 5 stars. This place is really fantastic. Very well maintained, clean and a great location on the west end of Donner Lake. I have been ready to throw in the towel on VRBO lately as I have been suckered into renting these places that have nothing but (multiple) 5 star ratings but couldn’t hold a candle to an actual 5 star property. I didn’t realize how pressured renters are to leave 5 star reviews until my last review of a beach house I rented a few weeks ago. I gave it 4 stars overall (which was generous) and the manager followed up with a super rude email criticizing my review. Anyway, you can’t go wrong with this property! Everything about it is perfect. Thank you Tahoe Signature Properties! Excellent job managing this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy weekend!

The house was very clean and roomy. Big kitchen made it easy to do group cooking. We enjoyed the wine fridges and fireplace! We were disappointed to find the patio furniture had been removed since it was such nice weather. But overall we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

lisa s.

Family celebration

This home was perfect for our family gathering to celebrate our college grad. The home had everything we needed and the management company was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Beautiful home

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019