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Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
Beach
A heated pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6225 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing

Hansel Escape

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Permit #: 025726
Occupancy: 6

Spacious and luxurious, this 3BR/3BA home is close to the most exciting attractions in Tahoe Donner. Step out your back door to access the lush trail network. Your two-story retreat features inviting alfresco social spaces, a game room, and stylish mountain decor.

In snowy months, carve the slopes at the Tahoe Donner Ski Resort. Enjoy access to the Trout Creek Recreation Center, just 1 mile from home. Public amenities include access to the Tahoe Donner Ski Resort, Snowplay, and the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Resort. Play the Tahoe Donner Golf Course, ride at the equestrian center, or hike 60 miles of community trails.

In the living room, wooden ceilings and a gas fireplace create the inviting ambience of an upscale lodge. Snuggle up on the large sectional and watch movies on a 46-inch TV. The game room offers hours of group entertainment. Sip drinks at the wet bar, hold a billiards tournament or play checkers at a table for two. Other highlights include an upright piano and TV. The modern kitchen is equipped with everything you need to make hearty meals. Spacious granite countertops provide ample preparation space, along with seating for four. When it's time to eat, you'll find an elegant table for six alongside a kids' table for four in the dining area. The primary bedroom is outfitted with a queen bed and a TV. You'll also find an impressive collection of games and books, an office area, and direct access to the front balcony. The en suite bathroom features a walk-in shower. The second bedroom holds two twin beds, while the third bedroom offers a queen bed. Two guest bathrooms are both configured with tub/shower combinations.

Spend leisurely afternoons outside lounging at the table for four on the deck or playing horseshoes in the sprawling backyard. Grill tasty meals on the back balcony and dine alfresco at the shaded table for four.

THINGS TO KNOW
Your reservation includes two passes that allow a total of eight guests to access the Trout Creek Recreation Center for a nominal daily fee per person. Enjoy swimming pools, hot tubs, a fitness center, and a sauna. Access to the Tahoe Donner Tennis Center and the Beach Club Marina is included. (For current rates and more details, visit the Tahoe Donner Trout Creek Recreation Center website.)
Per local ordinances, outdoor wood-burning fires and charcoal grills are prohibited (gas grills are ok).
Smoking on-site is prohibited, including the deck.
This home is not equipped with air-conditioning.
Six maximum number of occupants (excluding children under 13 years of age) permitted.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: Exterior security camera on the garage.

Dock details:



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,424 square feet

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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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

57059

About the neighborhood

Map
Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Donner Lake - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Old Greenwood Golf Course - 15 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 27 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing located?

This family-friendly Truckee vacation home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Luxe mountain haven with easy access to Tahoe Donner amenities & skiing Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house for winter holiday stay
Our family loved staying at this house over the winter holiday break. It was very clean and well stocked, has a very spacious kitchen, fun game room, and garage that can fit an SUV with a roof rack. The location is quiet, in the upper part of Tahoe Donner, but very convenient access to downtown Truckee and Sugar Bowl ski resort. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Great Place
WE loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hansen Aug 2024
We loved this property. This was our second visit at this property. Only issue is that the lights under the kitchen cabinets did not work this visit or our last visit, With the counters being black, it is hard to see things without light.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski vacation
We loved this place. Perfect for our family
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay S.

Great Family Home
Home can sleep 6 comfortably. The teenagers enjoyed time playing pool in the downstairs bonus room. Kitchen was well equipped with all you need to cook a family dinner or bake some cookies. Linen closet was accessible if more linen was needed.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Winter Escape
We enjoyed our family, winter break in this lovely, well-appointed home. We arrived during a snow storm and were welcomed with easy entry and garage access. (The garage door is tall enough to keep all the equipment on the car!) The kitchen had everything we needed for coffee and meals. The teenagers enjoyed the pool table in the downstairs area and entertainment access was again, easy. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

joel b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 star that wants to ne a 5
Pros - clean house. Great layout. Comfortable beds. Plenty of space to entertain upstairs and down. Great price. Cons - pool table but only 1 cue with a tip. Geat wooden hhess and checkerboard but pieces mossing. Minimal functional pans for cooking. 1 non stick omelet pan had so many non stick flakes peeling off food had to be thrown away. Fireplace works but it needs clear directions. With minimal improvements this place would be a 5 star all the way
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blizzard Conditions, but still had fun
Great house and location. We were basically snowed in. The only downside to this house is that the owner does not allow vehicles to enter the garage. With about 6' of snow during our 3 day stay, it made getting the truck in and out of the driveway a 2 hour task.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Snow Escape
We enjoyed our stay here and are curious what it’s like when the snow is not piled up around the roof. The house was comfortable and fun for the family to enjoy a snow trip. The cell coverage (at least for AT&T customers) is an issue, but there are landlines at the home in case of emergency. Sometimes texts would work and others you’d just have to wait for SOD prompt to disappear.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three Day Weekend with Friends
The place was clean upon arrival. We had some difficulty getting the gas fireplace to work but eventually figured it out on our own. The space is nice for casual visiting and playing games (pool). The coffee maker didn't work the first day but the property management responded and brought a new one. The only suggestion I have is that the kitchen be stocked better with frying pans, knives, pots, etc. But overall we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Ryan B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Not impressed
Housekeeping was 30 mins late beyond our check in time, there were missing cushions for the outside deck chairs that made them unusable due to their metal bottom, there was sand in the kids bed as well as no paper towels or garbage bags anywhere in the house. Overall I would definitely not stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Major management disappointment
The house itself was nice and the VRBO pictures depict it accurately. The property management was a disaster. The wifi was completely down when we arrived. We are very familiar with complex wifi connectivity and we reset, tested speed, did everything possible and we had no access to wifi. All TV’s were streaming only so that also meant we had no access to tv/movies on any tv in the house. On top of that we had zero cell service at the property (ATT) so we had to leave the home to text, call someone, or get online. To me, that’s borderline a safety issue. It’s not the rental’s fault for no cell service, but be aware if you have ATT, you likely won’t be able to use your phone. I let them know immediately and they gave me very basic router reset options which we’d already tried. They said they’d get back to us on this which never happened. We also could not figure out how to turn on their fireplace based on instructions left and they also never replied to us on that. We asked if the bbq on patio had propane or not and they also never got back to us. You are basically speaking to a “robot” with vague answers if you have an issue while there, so know going into this that you likely won’t have help. We left the cabin after less than 24 hours (paid for 4 nights) but management was still uncaring and unhelpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

ana c.

Great Location
Cabin had all the amenities you would expect from a 5 star hotel. The entire cabin from the bathrooms to the bedrooms were spotless. All the dishes you would need to make a family dinner and even bake a cake. The cabin location was great as it was close to various pharmacies, grocery stores, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Great Cabin W/ A Short Drive To Downtown Truckee, Lake Tahoe & More
The Hansel Escape was a great cabin to stay with some amazing benefits. My family really enjoyed our stay. This cabin is very nice with amazing local benefits such as access to Donner Lake amenities. Very cool! Also the drive to Truckee, Lake Tahoe and everything else in the area is very simple. We plan on coming back & staying here again. Everything wasn't A+ though. Expect no Air Conditioning. The central fan unit helps some in circulating air but on a hotter day (anything above mid 80's) you will need to open windows at night and you will notice the upstairs is a bit warm until the cool night air enters. This sort of contrasts with the upscale image of the cabin as central air conditioning is somewhat expected in an upscale rental.

10/10 Excellent

Heather H., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
Great home for us, each year we look to the mountains to escape and glad we stumbled upon the Hansel Escape. Great open kitchen and living room, fun game room below. Also close to the golf courses (few minutes) and only 7 min drive to the lake or to Safeway. Can’t wait to rent again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022