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Luxurious Tahoe Donner Cabin / Pool Table / Resort Amenities / Hot Tub seats 7

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Badens Best @ Tahoe Donner
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Coyote Moon Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Donner Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Entertainmmmmmm m. M nt / 4th Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Futon

Guest Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Guest Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bath #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bath #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Luxurious Tahoe Donner Cabin / Pool Table / Resort Amenities / Hot Tub seats 7

Baden's Best sits nestled among a forest of towering pine trees on a quiet street in Tahoe Donner. You can feel the warmth emanate from this cabin the moment you step inside. Start your vacation by relaxing upstairs in our living room with its vaulted knotty pine ceiling, comfy leather couch, beautiful stone fireplace hearth and gas burning stove. If you still have energy after a hard day on the mountains, have fun socializing downstairs in the fourth bedroom/family room with its Big Screen TV & DVD player, Pool Table and multiple X-Box games. However, don't have too much fun and forget to prepare a scrumptious meal for your guests in the gourmet kitchen outfitted with everything a chef needs to prepare a fabulous meal. Finally, before you retire for the evening, warm your tired feet in our hot tub that seats 7 guests and gaze at the stars through the forest of pine tress surrounding our cabin. This gorgeous home, with its lovely surroundings and classic Tahoe setting, is sure to delight everyone.

As a child, my parents would take my siblings and I up to the mountains to go sledding or snow skiing. I’ve enjoyed the mountains, the outdoors and the fresh air ever since, it's my passion. Years later my wife and I took a scenic ride through Tahoe Donner on the way home from Reno one day and fell in love with this small mountain community. It didn’t take long for us to decide what a great place this is to spend time with our kids. Later that year in 2004, we had the opportunity to make a dream come true when we purchased this beautiful cabin that we call Badens Best. We have enjoyed countless summers and winters here with friends and family making everlasting memories and look forward to sharing our beautiful cabin with you. Since we first purchased our cabin back in 2004 we've continuously decorated our cabin as if it were our own home. You will find beautiful furnishings, art work, high quality linens. We have also enlarged the back deck to make room for a hot tub. Our home is now furnished and ready to entertain guests at any time, I look forward to sharing my dream with you ~ John

Cabin Features:

• Private Hot Tub on Back Deck Surrounded by Towering Pines & Open Sky
• BBQ Grill, Patio Furniture, Umbrella on Spacious Front Deck
• Pool Table
• Basketball Hoop
• Big Screen TV & DVD Player + DVD’s
• Free Cable TV, Internet & WIFI
• Board Games
• Large Flat Driveway

Kitchen:
• Stainless Steel Appliances
• Granite Counters
• Dining Room Seating for 6 and Counter Seating for 3
• Upper Deck Access, BBQ Grill, Patio Furniture
• Cookware, Glassware & Silverware
• Picnic Basket

Living Room:
• Vaulted Ceilings
• Deck Access
• Sofa, Side Chair, Coffee Table,
• Cable TV
• Gas Fireplace
• Ceiling Fan

Bedroom Configuration:
• Master BR – Queen w/ double vanity ensuite bath (upstairs)
2 Nightstands w/ Lamps, Dresser, Closet and a Flat Screen TV, Ceiling Fan

• Guest Bedroom 1 – Double w/ shared bath (upstairs)
2 nightstands w / Lamps, and a closet, Ceiling Fan

• Guest Bedroom 2 – Double w/ shared bath (upstairs)
• 2 nightstands w / Lamps, and a closet, Ceiling Fan

• Guest Bedroom 3 / Game Room – Bunk Bed, Trundle, Sofa Bed w/ ensuite bath (downstairs)
Coffee Table, Side Table, Big Screen TV, Pool Table, Xbox + Games & Controllers
Hot Tub Located on Back Deck

Miscellaneous Things We Provide:
• Dishwasher Detergent, Laundry Soap, Facial Tissue, Paper Towels & Toilet Tissue

Tahoe Donner Amenities Passes:
• We provide 2 Tahoe Donner Amenity Passes at the cabin. Up to 4 guests may gain access on a single transferable guest card for a total of eight (8) guests who may obtain access.
• Daily Access Fee ($15.00)(Subject to Change without notice)
• Amenities passes will give you access to: Beach Club Marina, Equestrian Center, Downhill Ski Resort, X.C. Ski Center, Northwoods Clubhouse, Snow Paly, Tennis Center, Golf Course, Trout Creek Rec Center, Trails and more.

Property manager

John Giovannoni
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 24
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry no pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This a non smoking rental.
* Rental agreement & selfie verification required
Renter agrees to abide by Tahoe Donner CC&Rs *Quiet Time 10:00pm to 7:00am *Exterior Lights Out 10:00pm to 7:00am *No Parking on Street

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
Property Registration Number 027088

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this cabin is in the city centre. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort 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. Travelling with kids? Consider KidZone Museum, or check out an event or a game at North Tahoe Regional Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Donner Lake - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Old Greenwood Golf Course - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 26 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 9 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxurious Tahoe Donner Cabin / Pool Table / Resort Amenities / Hot Tub seats 7 have a pool?

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

Is Luxurious Tahoe Donner Cabin / Pool Table / Resort Amenities / Hot Tub seats 7 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Luxurious Tahoe Donner Cabin / Pool Table / Resort Amenities / Hot Tub seats 7 located?

This family-friendly cabin is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. KidZone Museum and Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 78 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RYAN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect!
Great property, host, and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
solid with great hosts
We'll stay again if we have the chance. Luxurious is a stretch, but the kitchen is nice, and the oven is luxurious! The hosts are organized. Would have been nice if they would have had the snow on the deck cleared to make using the grill easier. Also, some folks might have minded having to shovel snow for an hour to use the garages when we arrived, but I enjoyed the workout :)The showers are the weakest feature. Also, I'm sure they didn't mean to intrude, but it was weird that someone came to service the hot tub out back & they didn't tell us they were coming by.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Cabin
Had an amazing long weekend at John’s cabin. Quiet and tranquil location in the woods. It was the perfect location. Loved the fully stocked kitchen and hot tub. Our group had an amazing stay and we’d definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Tahoe Donner house
The house was perfect for our family. It was an easy drive to Tahoe. The house is extremely well maintained, and we had a great stay. The owners communicated well with us and made a check in easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Great Cabin
Loved this cabin, rec room and hot tub really made this a fun place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brad S., Sacramento CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing cabin
This was a great property with a very relaxing environment. Definitely want to book again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keeley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin in a great location
This spot was perfect for our family summer vacation. The home was well appointed and comfortable. The game room downstairs was a great gathering spot for a game of pool or some TV time. The location was amazing - the trail head just down the block became our favorite morning walk. We also enjoyed the Truckee area and how close everything was and especially Donner Lake and the surrounding trails and hikes. The amenities of Tahoe Donner were also fun - we loved trivia night at Alder Creek. The hosts were very responsive and helpful! Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking in the Truckee area. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely gem in a great location
This place is a gem. Wonderful area, close to slopes and the town of truckee. The house itself is lovely and the kitchen is stocked like someone actually lives there. It was perfect for our girls’ get away. We cooked, hung out, sat in the hot tub after skiing and snow shoeing and had a great time all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Tahoe donner home!!
We had an excellent week at this home. It’s was clean, well stocked and just a very comfortable home! It was centrally located to everything! The owners were very accommodating and easy to communicate with anytime. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roman A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski weekend
House was a great option for our family for a ski weekend. John and Karen where very accommodating and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed kitchen
We had a wonderful long weekend in this beautiful cabin. The location is centrally located. We thoroughly enjoyed the kitchen. The beds were comfortable - even the downstairs bunk beds. We would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay Cadei N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Family Gathering
This house was perfect for us with our children. My brother lives very close by; off of Swiss Lane. We were able to come and go from both houses with the siblings! So much fun! We love our Summers in Tahoe Donnner. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!
The house exceeded our expectations and was lovely! It really felt like home. The accommodations were very comfortable and the kitchen was stocked, not like the typical rental. We were there during a big snow storm and with the food we brought and the lovely kitchen were able to easily cook delicious meals to enjoy around the large dining table. Overall, we couldn’t have had a better place to stay and the hosts were very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Tahoe/Donner Weekend
This was the perfect home for our family wedding weekend. John and Karen were more than accommodating and answered any questions I had (I needed an ironing board and iron) within minutes. The house was absolutely gorgeous and the perfect size for the 7 of us. It was bittersweet to leave, but will 100% be back! Thank you John and Karen💗
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

Beautiful place. Great location. Very cozy.
We had an absolute blast. The house is very nicely furnished and super cozy, especially the comfy beds and great fireplace in the main room. The kitchen is very well appointed compared to every other vacation rental we’ve been with real pots and pans, bakeware, cutlery and all the rest. Our boys loved the “man cave” basement with a pool table and giant TV. We had some epic board game sessions both downstairs and by the fire. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessaca L., Redding, CA

Thank you! We had an amazing time, and had all the comforts of home :)
Thank you John and Karen, the home was very cozy and spacious. The location is great, close to everything. The teenagers and kids loved the big rec room downstairs. The property is clean and photo's accurately describe the property. Nearby activities, snowboarding/skiing, you pick a mountain they are all awesome! We had a wonderful dinner and drinks at "Bar of America" in downtown Truckee. It was wonderful family winter trip :). We would highly recommend Baden's Best for any family visiting the Truckee/Tahoe area.

10/10 Excellent

Ron A., Santa Rosa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and very enjoyable. Perfect location
Enjoyed a few days skiing. House is very nice and we appreciate the hot tub was very clean and maintenance (sometimes not the case with some places). Interaction with the owners was good with fast replies. Would recommend. Only negative was Wifi was quite slow for our needs but it worked.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

sherri g.

Great Home, Nice Location
This home was perfect for our family reunion get together. The downstairs space is perfect for a group of kids with a large TV, Pool Table, bunk beds with trundle, and hot tub right outside the door. Upstairs bedrooms, kitchen, and living room are spacious and well appointed. The large deck was great for BBQing and eating outside, and the location was really nice for its proximity to Donner Lake and hiking trails. The Trout Creek trail accessed right through the neighborhood is really cool! John, the owner, was very responsive and helpful during our stay. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend stay
We had an absolutely wonderful stay. The home was not only beautifully appointed and comfortable but also very clean and spacious, with big windows that offered lovely views of the surrounding trees. Couches and beds were super comfortable. The yard was a highlight, providing a great space to play in the snow, and the pool table was incredibly fun and enjoyed by all, kids and adults alike. There’s a fun hot tub on the deck too. We also enjoyed the opportunity to cook in the well-equipped kitchen, which made meal times a joy. The hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful, making sure that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. Additionally, the location of the home was perfect, close to a variety of great activities that Tahoe Donner has to offer. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I would highly recommend this vacation rental to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway in the Tahoe Donner area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Baden's Best
The title says it all. The cabin is perfect for a getaway in any season. It is well appointed with comfortable beds, furniture and a fantastic game room for kids and adults alike. The kitchen is stocked with all the culinary essentials for a gourmet meal if you so desire to dine in. We loved the location and proximity to great dining spots in Truckee. Rental and logistics was super easy and the owners (John & Karen) were terrific at communication. We cannot wait to experience the cabin in a different season.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in spectacular location
We stayed at this home shortly after the holidays with my parents and 3 kids. It was the perfect spot for all ages to enjoy the fresh fallen snow, do some skiing, sledding and just enjoy the scenery. The basement was a great space for my older kids to hang out. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed and more. It is a very close drive to Tahoe Donner making it easy to get to the chair lift for “fresh tracks”. Since we were there during a large snow storm, John and his wife were very thoughtful and checked in to be sure we were plowed out and didn’t have any issues. Overall a very memorable stay and we definitely hope to be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Tahoe Donner
We love going to Donner Lake in the summer, and we really loved this property. The house was exactly as advertised, very comfortable, and well-stocked. It has 3 bedrooms on the main floor, and a large family room with bunks, a trundle, and a sleeper sofa on the ground floor. We had adults upstairs and college-age kids on the ground floor. The main floor has newly-installed air-conditioning (hard to find in this area) which was a huge plus because it was in the 90s during the day. The downstairs stayed cool even without A/C, so we were all comfortable. The house has a pool table and a hot tub, and we enjoyed all the Tahoe Donner amenties, including the fitness center, hiking trails, and the lake itself. The house was very clean when we arrived, and clearly the hosts have put a lot of thought into stocking the kitchen with cooking utensils etc. The location was great - an easy, flat 15 minute trail walk to the Trout Creek Rec Center, and a short drive to Donner Pass Road and downtown Truckee for shopping and restaurants. Communication with the hosts was excellent. Overall, great stay. We recommend it, and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing ski chalet close to all resorts
Our family stayed for a week and didn’t want to leave! The house was not only clean and well appointed with extra linens, cleaning supplies etc. but the owner remotely turned on the heat for us to ensure we’d arrive to a cozy space. Two car garage that accommodates two SUVs was incredible given the level of snowfall. Tahoe Donner hoa plows the driveway so we didn’t lift a finger. Our group included 4 adults and 4 kids but the house had plenty of space for both mealtime gatherings and to retreat into separate spaces when we wanted to. Less than 10 minute drive to groceries, restaurants and gas and only 20-30 minutes to Palisades, Northstar or Sugarbowl. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan J., Orinda, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break Family Ski Trip
Great cozy cabin housed our 3 young kids & my parents. Kids slept on the bunk bed (trundle underneath was a bonus) in the ground level family room that had the pool table and hot tub on the deck. Adults were upstairs on the main level. 3 bathrooms were perfect for everyone to have their own space. Beds were very comfortable. Plenty of towels and the washer/dryer on the main upstairs level came in handy. We entered through the garage which fit one large suv but parked the second car in the driveway as there was too much snow blocking the second garage spot. The Donner Ski Resort was just 6 minutes away. Really perfect spot for our family with fully stocked cooking supplies,spices, oils, paper towels, tp, coffee filters etc!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ashley r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
***** 5 Stars
We were a group of 5: Two 50 somethings and three early 20 somethings. Loved every minute. The house is clean, beautifully furnished and appointed. The open kitchen/living room, where we spent much of our time hanging out, cocktails, and (ick) even some work, was sunny, comfortable and had every pot, pan, knife (yes!), platter, bowl, and tool we needed. The hot tub, pool table and family room downstairs is where we spent the later hours soaking, relaxing, and playing. An added bonus was being able to use both sides of the two car garage- it saved us from scraping cars in the morning and made loading and unloading cars easy peasy. My constructive criticism would be to upgrade wifi service (if possible) as while it is available and working, I got kicked out frequently while I worked. Many, many thanks for a first class experience :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Giovannoni

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English

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