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9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10288 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Truckee, CA

Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area5 min drive
Coyote Moon Golf Course9 min drive
Donner Lake14 min drive
Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)48 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed a great ski weekend here. The house is perfect for 2 families with children. The house easily accommodates 8p...

Andrew O.

Mar 5, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Master (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Attic Lounge

2 Single Beds

Downstairs bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom (upstairs)

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Master Bathroom (downstairs)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bathroom (upstairs)

Toilet

Master Bathroom (upstairs)

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Luxurious Mountain Chalet with Spectacular Views

Sweeping views of the High Sierra await you from our luxurious mountain chalet, Tahoe Summit Chalet.

The discriminating traveler will appreciate the attention to detail and luxury appointments in this chalet: extensive knotty alder woodwork, 3 stone fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, 3 large decks, travertine marble bathrooms with heated floors, hot tub, wireless high-speed internet, and more. The rooms are exceptionally bright and sunny, and thanks to our mountain top location, you will enjoy magnificent sunrise and sunset views.

Located in Tahoe Donner, a residential community in Truckee, Tahoe Summit Chalet is within 5 minutes of superb Tahoe Donner amenities: cross-country ski center; downhill ski resort; 2 recreation centers with fitness center, swimming pools, hot tubs; sledding hill; golf course; driving range; playgrounds; hiking trails; mountain bike trails; equestrian center; tennis and pickleball center; fine and casual dining at the Lodge. The private beach, clubhouse, and boat launch on Donner Lake are just a few additional minutes drive.

Near the world-class ski resorts of Palisades Tahoe, Alpine Meadows, Northstar, Sugar Bowl, and Royal Gorge (cross-country), you can be on your skis in 20 – 30 minutes. Our chalet is 30 minutes from Lake Tahoe, 40 minutes from the Reno Airport, and 3 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area. Located well back on a quiet street, our chalet affords privacy and relaxation.

The open floor plan is ideal for special gatherings. Our gourmet kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances and is well equipped for those who love to cook (professional cookware, 2 ovens.)

The bedrooms feature lodge-style furnishings, high thread count sheets, and cozy duvets. Every bedroom has an amazing view. The luxurious master suite includes a fireplace and marble bathroom with separate tub and shower with spectacular, yet private, views. The attic lounge with flat-screen TV and DVD player is fun for older kids and teens.

For a break from the great outdoors, we offer games, movies and a selection of current fiction. We welcome families with children and provide children’s games, puzzles, movies, books, and a portable crib.

Summary of sleeping accommodations:
- Master bedroom with a king bed and fireplace
- Second master with a queen bed and twin bunk beds,
fireplace, deck
- 2 large bedrooms each with a queen bed
- Extra twin mattresses available for kids
- Portable crib

4WD or AWD vehicles with snow tires are required in winter in case of icy or snowy conditions.

Truckee Registration# 028108

Property manager

Jennifer Heinemann

Languages

English, French, German

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

With a fire going, the living room is extra cozy at night.

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Instant booking guests: an email conversation and signed rental agreement within 48 hours of receipt are required.

No pets and no smoking anywhere on the property.

All Wheel Drive or 4 Wheel Drive vehicles are required in winter months.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this holiday home is in the mountains. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe 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 Village Ice Skating Rink are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.

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What's nearby

Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 5 min drive
Coyote Moon Golf Course - 9 min drive
Donner Lake - 14 min drive
Old Greenwood Golf Course - 16 min drive
Northstar California Resort - 27 min drive

Getting around

Truckee Station - 14 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬12 min drive
‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬12 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious Mountain Chalet with Spectacular Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious Mountain Chalet with Spectacular Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious Mountain Chalet with Spectacular Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious Mountain Chalet with Spectacular Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. Coyote Moon Golf Course and KidZone Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

5 Mar 2024

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

Wonderful stay

We enjoyed a great ski weekend here. The house is perfect for 2 families with children. The house easily accommodates 8ppl with room to spare. We enjoyed the well equipped kitchen, the hot tub, and of course the amazing views. If you’ve got beginner skiers Tahoe Donner Ski resort is perfect and just 5 min drive from here. The owner was great with communicating with us and answered any questions we had super fast. I highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina T., Sacramento, CA

9 Sept 2022

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

Very comfortable Tahoe Donner house

Our group of 10 (two families) enjoyed our stay here. The youngest, a 12 year old boy, LOVED the upstairs attic space! The space was very comfortable for all of us. The kitchen is well stocked and we loved having such a big dining table! We did not use the hot tub because the weather was quite warm. No air conditioning here in the mountains, but there were fans in the bedrooms that kept us cool. The views from the decks were also very nice!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

6 Apr 2022

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

Great getaway with great views

We had a great time at this beautiful house! Everything was clean and well cared for, the views were amazing, with multiple decks from which to enjoy them. The kids really enjoyed the bonus attic room, and the big, fairly flat open space in the back, which was perfect for snow play. (We were there in spring, at the end of a mild winter, so I imagine it might be somewhat different to visit when there's a ton of snow.) Overall, this was just a wonderful property for our group of three families to enjoy a spring break getaway. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen V.

12 Feb 2022

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

Beautiful view and amazing house!!

Jennifer was so nice and made the check-in process very easy. The house is beautiful and sleeps 12 extremely comfortably. The view from the hot tub is so relaxing after a day of skiing. 10/10 would recommend and stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary & Ari H., Sonoma County, Ca, USA

6 Feb 2022

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

Amazing views and beautiful home!

Thank you so much! This is our second stay and we will be back. Wonderfully equipped, clean, comfortable. The owner is so nice and responsive. Thank you so much!!! Mary Haufler

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

4 Jan 2022

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

Great spot on top of the hill!

Gorgeous 360° views from the Carson Range to the Sierra crest. Very convenient to Tahoe Donner amenities and close to larger ski resorts. The owners were very supportive through two Truckee-wide power outages and a historic snowfall. It's a great house but definitely bring a 4wd vehicle with winter tires or snow chains if you are traveling in winter time!

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

fleurette k.

28 Nov 2021

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

Perfect place for several famillies

Pros: - Kitchen can handle 6 cooks without bumping into each other (we were there at Thanksgiving) also 2 ovens. - Lots of pots, pans, sharp knives, serving bowls, plates, cups and everything you need for 12 persons. - Lots of hot water and heat. - Heated bathroom floors - Plenty of bathrooms. - Working Hot tub - Attic for kids to play and sleep in (a real savior) - The upstairs master bedroom has a huge separated closet that kids can sleep in if you bring sleeping mats. There is a port a crib as well. - Downstairs master bedroom has great bunk beds and private bath. - Once the door is closed, both these spaces are very self contained and separate from the general hubbub. - Lots of beach towels for hot tub and beach -Great washer, dryer, dishwasher. - Better than expected. Photos don't do it justice. - Owner very responsive Cons- - This is not really a con, just something to be prepared for. After agreeing to the reservation and submitting my credit card, I was sent a second contract with the Tahoe Donner HOA protocols and regulations and a contract to sign with all the individual names and ages of the family. Not something you normally see. Just expect the extra step.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anneke S., Sunnyvale

8 Aug 2021

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

Great views - excellent quality house

The views make this property stand out amazing. Had dinner outdoors every night and watched many amazing sunsets from the 3 decks. We stayed in July with three families (12 people in total - each family was 2 adults, two kids) and it worked out perfectly for us all. The layout works well too - there are enough bathrooms for one for each family, and pleantly of room indoors and out so that it felt spacious even with three families. Kitchen was well equiped and bathrooms are modern and very clean. The access is steep, so if coming in winter, you'll definintely need a 4x4/ all wheel drive. Quality of the house was absolutely wonderful - great linens, towels and furnishings. A real gem of a house in Tahoe - better than the pictures. We'd definintely come back.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jay R.

2 July 2021

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The cabin was great!

This cabin was amazing and bigger than expected! So close to multiple lakes and hiking!!! Kinda bummed it didn’t have ac cause it got warm a couple nights but after talking to the delightful neighbors no one has ac so other than that we had just an amazing time and made some wonderful family memories!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E., Pacifica, CA

18 Mar 2021

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Great place to stay

Everything was great and definitely upscale. I really appreciated the little touches like available glass food storage containers and Netflix/Roku built in. I felt more like a guest in a friend's home than a renter. Also, when we ran into trouble with a blackout and internet outage (totally no one's fault), Jennifer was incredibly responsive and helpful.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rogerio H., Dublin, CA, USA

21 Feb 2021

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

Excellent location, amazing views, super responsive host

The whole experience was very positive. The property is well maintain and the location is almost perfect. The communication with Jennifer was super clear, with timely responses and very detailed instructions. Would love to come back in the near future.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lydia R.

11 Feb 2021

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

Great Place for a Family Vacation

The house was amazing, with lots of space. It was well equipped and very clean. Perfect for any large family. We loved the location.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linton R.

2 Feb 2021

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

Amazing views, seems you are on top of the world! Wonderful home for a family getaway.

Easy to reserve. Owner/property manager was fantastic. Hope to rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

2 Dec 2020

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

Great property with great views!

The home has a great kitchen / family area...a great space to hang out and the bedrooms are large and accommodating. The hot tub is just a bonus feature.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

jana m.

25 June 2020

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

Pinnacle of our stay!

Amazing clean property, beautiful views, hot tub with normal amount of chlorine, a lots of trails around, fast responding owners, good kitchen- we were very happy with our stay and definitely will choose this place again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

18 Mar 2020

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This is a fantastic place to stay at. Great House! Great View!

The property is everything it presents I would definitely rebook

10/10 Excellent

James A., California

3 Mar 2020

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

Best Views in Tahoe Donner

As a group we have been staying in Tahoe Donner for over 15 years. Jennifer’s cabin was one of the nicest we have stayed at. There was plenty of room to spread out, the kitchen had everything you could ask for if you want to cook, and it was nice to have room in the garage to park. The views from both the front and back decks were incredible, both at sunrise and sunset. Definitely will keep this one in mind when we return next year.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

10 Jan 2020

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The Perfect Winter Getaway!

We stayed in this majestic home for new years week and we could not have found a better place. Views were spectacular, home was clean, spacious, comfortable... all around amazing. Although everything you need is within a 3 - 5 minute drive, it feels like you're on top of the world, away from it all... the hilltop location is premier and everyone we met around us were so friendly. Jennifer was terrific! She provided a wealth of information and exact instructions for everything. Also provided winter driving cautions and recommendations which were extremely helpful. We feel she really cares for her customers. We'll definitely be staying again!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sacha A., San Francisco, CA

8 Jan 2020

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Views, space and comfort

We spent a fantastic week at Jennifer's place. The cabin has a lot of space, gorgeous views throughout and is very well equipped. It is close to the Tahoe Donner Cross Country center (15 min walk, even if the return home is quite uphill after a day of ski ;) ). Jennifer is very responsive and obviously give great care to her property. We would love to have the opportunity to stay in this cabin again!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

12 Feb 2019

Great, clean, Big house, with a great view!

Coming into the house, you just know it's well taken care of. The views out the front and back of the house are really amazing, especially those sunrises over the mountains! We had a bunch of snow while we were there and the plow service came and plowed the long driveway. The house stayed nice and cozy warm for us the whole time. There was plenty of space for our father/son group and we had a blast skiing at Tahoe Donner about 5 mins away. The group was super impressed coming from a not as nice place last year. We'll definitely be returning to this great house!

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

11 Jan 2019

Beautiful, well appointed home

Great home for families that includes all you need to cook at home and entertain the kiddos.

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L., Truckee

21 Feb 2018

Terrific house with amazing views!

We had such a wonderful stay at the Mountain Chalet! There were 11 of us who stayed in the Chalet and we all had plenty of room to spread out. Short walk to the hiking/snowshoeing and XC ski trails. The Z Marketplace was less than a 10 min drive away and fulfilled most of our food needs when we didn’t want to drive into town. Lots of space for parking. Ridiculously clean!! The kitchen and the jacuzzi tub in the bedroom was a dream! We had a few more couples over during the day to celebrate our gender/baby reveal, and there was plenty of space and seating. The only disappointment was that the heated floors in the master bedroom were out of order and we were not told this ahead of time. But otherwise it was a 5 Star stay!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron N.

28 July 2015

Can't find a better place than this

We loved staying here. The pictures don't quite capture how nice the place is. When you walk in you are amazed at how much space there is and overwhelmed by the views. Everything was clean and in great condition, from the kitchen to the hot tub. Highly recommend! We will rent again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

24 Apr 2015

Fabulous For Families

This is probably one of the best houses we have stayed in Tahoe to date. A group of friends plus kids rented this house and the house next door. Everything was in impeccable condition and it was super family friendly with its split level layout. The house has amazing views and was perfect for a "summer" weekend in what should have been winter. The house is walking distance to great hiking trails (aka cross country skiing and downhill skiing with no snow) and a short drive to a bunch of playgrounds. If you choose to stay and hang out the house, both decks offer great views, the kitchen is fully stocked for cooking at home and there is a closet full of games. All in all great rental property, we will totally be back. Thank you!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Felisa Y.

12 Mar 2015

Wonderful Tahoe vacation home

This review is for the two side-by-side houses... We just finished another great weekend in Tahoe, despite the fact that there was no snow! Our group of friends has been doing an annual Tahoe weekend for about 10 years now, so we've seen a lot of houses. This pair of houses was the best we've seen and we're hoping to book it every year (or at least until one of us hits the jackpot and buys a 10-bedroom estate in Truckee!). As our group has transitioned from young married couples to families of 4, it's become increasingly difficult to find a house that can accommodate all of us. This side-by-side arrangement was perfect: 8 bedrooms for 8 families. In addition, the houses were both in immaculate condition and the kitchens were well stocked with nice cookware and cooking tools, plenty of dishware and utensils, toys and games for the kids, comfortable beds and linens, and killer views. The owner was also easy to work with over email. I highly recommend this house (unless you want it for the same weekend that we want it!).

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Heinemann

We are a family with 4 kids from the San Francisco Bay Area. We love all the great outdoor activities Lake Tahoe has to offer from cycling and swimming in the summer to downhill and cross-country skiing in the winter.

Why they chose this property

We wanted a quiet and relaxing getaway where we could spend vacation time with family and friends, yet a place that was convenient to shopping and recreational activities.

What makes this property unique

We loved this location - perched up at the high point of this area with spectacular, panoramic views in all directions. We decided to build our dream vacation home here and are excited to share it with you.