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Forest Hideaway – Luxe Pet-Friendly Escape w/AC Near Donner Lake in Tahoe Donner

Vacation home in Truckee with kitchen and balcony

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Pool
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92192 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Golf Course
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Tennis Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Truckee

This vacation home places you next to Tahoe National Forest and within a 10-minute walk of Tahoe Donner Golf Course. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Tahoe Donner Golf Course - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Tahoe Donner Tennis Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Donner Lake - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 18 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 10 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 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.

Forest Hideaway – Luxe Pet-Friendly Escape w/AC Near Donner Lake in Tahoe Donner

🌲 Tahoe Donner Forest Hideaway | 3 Bedrooms + Loft | 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 9 | Pet-Friendly

Welcome to Tahoe Donner Forest Hideaway, a peaceful and luxurious mountain retreat nestled in the sought-after Tahoe Donner neighborhood of Truckee, California. With its serene forest setting, high-end finishes, and spacious layout, this 3-bedroom + loft, 3-bathroom home is ideal for families, couples, and small groups seeking a relaxing escape in the heart of the Sierra Nevada.

Whether you're planning a snow-filled winter adventure or a sunny lakeside summer getaway, this home is the perfect base for year-round fun and relaxation.

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. 🌲🌲🌲

🏠 MAIN FLOOR

• 🌞 Enjoy open-plan living with a large kitchen, dining area, and impressive living room perfect for gathering everyone together;
• 🍳 The fully equipped kitchen has ample workspace for meal prep and family cooking sessions;
• 🍽️ The adjacent dining area features a large table ideal for shared meals or lively board-game nights;
• 🔥 The living room’s cathedral ceilings and grand stone fireplace create an inviting, spacious atmosphere;
• 🛋️ Chic furnishings and elegant décor make this a perfect spot for cozy talks, movie marathons, or game nights;
• 🛏️ The bright primary suite features peaked ceilings, private patio access, and peaceful forest views;
• 🛁 The ensuite bath offers a deep soaking tub, walk-in shower, and double vanity—your private spa retreat;
• 🛌 Two guest bedrooms each have comfortable queen beds, soft linens, and generous storage for longer stays;
• 🚿 A large shared bathroom ensures convenience for families or groups;

🛏️ LOFT

• 🎯 The loft serves as a fun kids’ hideaway with three twin beds and its own private bathroom;
• 🧸 Spacious and cozy, it’s a great play zone for children while adults enjoy quiet time downstairs;

🌿 LOCATION and AMENITIES

• 🏔️ Located in Tahoe Donner, close to the ski resort and golf course;
• 🏊‍♀️ Guests enjoy Tahoe Donner Association Clubhouse access with two pools, three hot tubs, two saunas, gym, and tennis;
• 🚴‍♀️ Endless hiking and biking trails are just minutes from the cabin;
• 🏖️ Enjoy private Donner Lake Beach Club access for swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking;
• 🌆 Explore charming Downtown Truckee with its cafés, boutiques, and restaurants;
• 🌄 A short drive to Lake Tahoe for year-round adventure and scenic beauty;
• 🌲 Perfect for families, couples, and groups seeking both relaxation and recreation;

✅ Good to Know

•Maximum Occupancy: 9;
•Parking: There are 2 parking spots in the garage and also room in the driveway;
•Town of Truckee: 019556;
•Maximum 2 pets allowed; $85/pet fee must be paid before check-in;
•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;
•Guest access fees apply per person, per day, and are subject to change; children under the age of 3 are free; see the Tahoe Donner Association Amenities website for details;
•Each eligible property includes 6 Tahoe Donner guest cards for amenity access; a $100 fee applies for each card not returned after checkout;
•Full Terms and 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.

📝 Important Notice: Tahoe Donner Amenities Blackout Period + Pools and Spas availability

Tahoe Donner Association has implemented access blackouts for Short-Term Tenant Access Cards. Guests staying at short-term rentals, including this property, will not have access to Tahoe Donner amenities during those blackout dates.

Please check the official Tahoe Donner Association website to confirm if the blackout schedule will affect your planned stay dates, as the schedule may change from time to time.

Kindly note that we do not have control over these blackout dates as they are set by the Tahoe Donner Association management, and we are unable to provide refunds for cancellations resulting from these blackout periods.

The Trout Creek Recreation Center pools and spas will be closed for renovations beginning September 2, 2025, for approximately 3.5 months. This closure is necessary to upgrade the pool and spa mechanical systems, deck hydronics, and pool deck pavers;

During this time, the Northwoods Pool will remain open (Sept 2 – Oct 10, 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM daily, weather permitting). Tahoe Donner members and their guests will receive locals’ day/month/quarterly pass pricing discounts at the TDRPD pool with a valid Member or Resident Tenant ID card.

🛎️ 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 air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a private yard.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • Unit size: 2,192 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes 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 is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Truckee is within a 10-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. You'll also find Donner Lake and Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage with a max 2 spaces.

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 Forest Hideaway – Luxe Pet-Friendly Escape w/AC Near Donner Lake in Tahoe Donner good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Forest Hideaway – Luxe Pet-Friendly Escape w/AC Near Donner Lake in Tahoe Donner?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 8.6 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), which is around 26.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Forest Hideaway – Luxe Pet-Friendly Escape w/AC Near Donner Lake in Tahoe Donner?

Yes, every accommodation at Forest Hideaway – Luxe Pet-Friendly Escape w/AC Near Donner Lake in Tahoe Donner comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Reviews

Forest Hideaway – Luxe Pet-Friendly Escape w/AC Near Donner Lake in Tahoe Donner Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

MJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property with very pleasant level of privacy. Decently appointed with everything needed in the kitchen. Furniture is nice, decor is updated. Check-in was easy. Enclosed back deck great for canine visitors .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is located walking distance to the pool and market. It's clean and the AC (summer rental) was amazing.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely perfect!

Beautiful and comfortable home! Plenty of room for us, our two young adult children and daughter's boyfriend. We loved being able to bring our pup too! Easy location for great skiing and exploring downtown Truckee in a quiet neighborhood. Appreciated being able to park our cars in the garage and how responsive communication was. Would definitely want to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Real-Time I., sunnyvale

Liked: Cleanliness

Will stay again

Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the house and location

Clean, comfortable with all the amenities you need for a long stay. Love that I can bring my pups. We were a party of 6 …great internet. And terrific property managers.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jaymi V.

Liked: Cleanliness

House and location were great

The whole trip was really nice. Lots of sleeping space, only thing is that the guest passes do not provide any discount at the tahoe donner ski resort unkess you buy your tickets very early.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M., Venice, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous house in the middle of everything

I stayed here with my husband, dog and three adult children for a week in the summer and found this house perfect for our needs. The house is spacious, very well appointed, and within minutes of everything we needed - a short walk to Trout Creek Adventure Center and a short drive to old town Truckee, Lake Donner, and more hiking/biking trails than we could possibly use. The management company was on top of all of our questions and needs and the check-in/check-out process was super easy. We hope to return next summer for longer!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness

great house

Fantastic home. We had a great time and would absolutely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend stay

Seamless and wonderful stay. Will be back to enjoy Tahoe Donner’s wonderful accommodations again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it. Will rent again

The house was a perfect size and set up. We were a party of 5, but it could fit a few more kids upstairs. Clean, close to rec center and skiing. Great communication from the property manager and comfortable bedding. Remodel and fresh.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd T., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness

Really nice propert in great location

Property as described. Stocked really well. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren M.

Great house and location!

Fantastic spot in Tahoe Donner within walking distance of the rec center and local store and a short drive from Truckee and Donner Lake. House layout is great for groups and the wooded backyard is spacious and peaceful. We had a few maintenance issues come up but the property managers were very responsive and remedied the issues immediately. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Communication with Tahoe Signatures Property was very easy and convenient, thank you to Genesis for your assistance. The property was simply wonderful. It was clean, all utilities were in functioning order, the living room was spacious along with the bedrooms. The neighbor was quaint and peaceful. It was a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommended

We had a memorable experience with two families & four kids The house was spacious, clean, and conveniently located near the rec center. Communication with Tahoe Signature Properties was straightforward and there were no issues that came up during our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

LILY F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful trip!

Great family time in Truckee!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

The house was wonderful! It was updated, clean and in a great neighborhood. Communication with the management was good as well. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

This property was fantastic. The air conditioner went out, but it was handled and we were credited for the inconvenience. Highly recommend this property and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Visit

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful property! Two tips: 1) the silverware drawer seems damaged / isn’t opening or closing easily and 2) the grill is in pretty bad shape and out of gas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shalinee T., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful fully stocked home with ample space

This house was fantastic. Easy location to get the kids out skiing for a day or two. The space was great for everyone and we were fully comfortable for a winter weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terence C.

Liked: Cleanliness

As perfect as described

We had a wonderful and much needed getaway as a small family (plus dog) and this place was exactly what we needed, clean yet just like a home away from home. We experienced no issues and the communication was more than proactive. We unreservedly recommend this place. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and amenities

This property was great for families. There is ample space and great areas for kids. The location is great and close to Truckee for grocery shopping and a quick drive to ski resorts. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls getaway

Nice property and great value. Would recommend. 🙂👍
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

adam s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend escape

House was big and spacious and clean, great location and easy check in and plenty of games for the kids. They are already begging to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time in Tahoe

We had a great time staying at this lovely Tahoe home. Everything about the reservation process, check in, and check out was super easy. The house itself was nice, with lots of space. Kitchenware could be a bit better with more measuring cups, Tupperware, and foil/wrap options. Also, it was obvious that this house allows pets as there was a lot of dog hair on the carpet. This was slightly problematic for our guest with pet allergies. Otherwise, a lovely house resulting in a great vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Francisco R.

Overall we had a wonderful time staying at the property

This was a really nice house and the biggest perks was that the kids loved having three beds to sleep in in the loft. We were very happy to be able to bring our dog with us and the kitchen was nice and comfortable to cook in and we loved the big windows. The places where we felt it needed improvement was there’s not enough cups, there was no aluminum foil or plastic wrap nor any Tupperware. For us the smell of the fabric softener was overbearing we had to re-wash all the sheets and towels. The kitchen definitely needs updated kitchen tools and more cups that can easily be taken care of by a short trip to IKEA. Also there’s no cable but there is Roku I think that’s something that should be disclosed and we were really looking forward to using the outdoor deck which had a lot of snow on it and the barbecue was not usable. Aside from those things we had a really wonderful stay and we would rent this property again with hopes that those improvements were made. The top for my kids was that there was a playset in a zip line in the top for me was that there was a Jacuzzi tub in the master bathroom and wooden floors. Also to it seemed like the carpets could be cleaned Thank you for sharing your home with us we had an unbelievable vacation and overall we really love the house
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020