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9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Gym

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Truckee, CA

Coyote Moon Golf Course3 min drive
Donner Lake7 min drive
Northstar California Resort24 min drive
Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)45 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It was a good size for two couples and a teenager. The 3 bedrooms were comfortabl...

Suzanne B.

Feb 26, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bonus room

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

The Golden Retreater - Mountain Vacation Cabin

Charming cabin nestled in the woods, ideal for winter and summer vacation with your friends and family. Open floor plan with vaulted windows and a sunny interior. The loft and bonus room are perfect for the kids to play! The cabin is fully equipped and has a front and rear deck with a hot tub that opens into the forest. Miles of stunning hiking/biking trails just outside the house and access to the homeowner rec center and Donner Lake private beach http://www.tahoedonner.com/. Only a 10 min drive from major Tahoe ski resorts and 20 min from beautiful Lake Tahoe.

Property manager

Oren and Tzvia Abramson

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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

Rail on balcony and deck not suitable for infants.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets 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

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 first aid kit

Property Registration Number 022152

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this cabin 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 Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby

Coyote Moon Golf Course - 3 min drive
Donner Lake - 7 min drive
Commercial Row - 7 min drive
Old Greenwood Golf Course - 13 min drive
Northstar California Resort - 24 min drive

Getting around

Truckee Station - 8 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - ‬9 min drive
‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬5 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
‪Zuri Coffee Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Golden Retreater - Mountain Vacation Cabin have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Golden Retreater - Mountain Vacation Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Golden Retreater - Mountain Vacation Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Golden Retreater - Mountain Vacation Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Golden Retreater - Mountain Vacation Cabin located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Coyote Moon Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of Truckee Gallery and KidZone Museum. Old Jail Museum and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B., Corte Madera

26 Feb 2024

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

Great Tahoe Cabin

We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It was a good size for two couples and a teenager. The 3 bedrooms were comfortable and the cabin was well stocked for all we needed. The bonus was the outdoor hot tub after a day of skiing.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

susan d.

15 Jan 2024

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

Needs some work

The hot tub is very old and the jets don't work, control panel was disintigrated. This was not a new problem according to the maintenance person. A door knob on the laundry room was almost falling off and I found a screw driver to tighten it. The house was very scented with candles and soaps, which makes me wonder what they are covering. Garage openers didn't work and it snowed so the plow had packed snow behind my vehicle and I had to remove skis at night, rather than just pull in. The house could be very nice with a little more TLC!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty D.

8 Jan 2024

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

Serendipitous

Beautiful home , everything we needed for our family trip . Enjoyed a wonderful snow day right at the cabin and had a great time checking out the town and local ski resorts . Truly the best rental we’ve tried.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcie G.

13 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful week!

The location is perfect! Quiet and clean property. Gracious and responsive hosts! Will be back!

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brian H.

4 Aug 2023

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

Great Truckee vacation

AC unit did not work. Owner was ver responsive and apologetic. Got a tech out the next day but could not fix. Owner was absolutely fantastic. I would rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Kayleena E.

26 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not as advertised

Two days prior to our trip, I was notified that due to the unprecedented weather this year, snow was covering the jacuzzi and they could not find someone to clear the jacuzzi and something to the extent that it was expensive to do so. We were offered a full refund to cancel, but by that point we were committed to ski lessons and there were few other options. So I asked if we could clear it ourselves and was told yes. Stay tuned… When we arrived to the house, the entire staircase to the front door was piled high with snow. We had to literally climb in full snow gear to get to the door, it was a very frustrating welcome to the weekend. That night, the power went out. Not the owner’s fault, but like other places we have stayed at, there should have been clear instructions as to where we could find flashlights and candles as part of the check in info. Especially with the unprecedented weather this season. Now back to the jacuzzi. My husband spent an hour digging a path and clearing the snow from the top, only to find that it had been turned off and was ice cold! Even turning it on the minute we arrived would not have been adequate to heat and use. Again, this is something that should have been tended to if you advertise a jacuzzi as part of the rental. Especially after I asked if we could clear and use. You can get better rentals for less expensive in the neighborhood. This place needs a local property manager. I would not stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

16 Mar 2023

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

Took care of us during snow storm

We got hit with a massive storm while we staying. The host was very responsive and took care of us. The cabin was very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlo B., San Francisco

18 Feb 2023

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

Well furnished comfortable!

We enjoyed our stay. Cabin has everything you could ask for!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

14 Aug 2022

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

Fantastic Stay

We really enjoyed our time at the Golden Retreater! My family stays in Tahoe for a week every summer at this was one of our best experiences. Tzvia was incredibly accommodating and responsive. We hope to be back soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne W.

16 July 2022

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

Perfect

The cabin was great. The location was peaceful and quiet even though we were there for the 4th of July weekend. The microwave wasn't working when we first arrived. I messaged the owner and a new one was sent over. Great place to stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich G.

11 July 2022

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

Wonderful stay!

The owners were friendly and informative, and the house was very clean and well-stocked. Access to the Tahoe Donner club amenities (for a fee) was an added bonus. Easy check-in/check-out and everything in working order. Overall wonderful experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

7 Apr 2022

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

Charming house and great location

Great stay close to downtown Truckee and skiing. We appreciated the fully appointed kitchen, wood burning fireplace, and hot top.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

6 Apr 2022

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

Perfect spot for a weekend away

The property has SO many amenities - everything you could ever want for a weekend getaway, including a fully stocked (with kitchen supplies) kitchen. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin T.

23 Mar 2022

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

Had a Blast!

The cabin was everything we were expecting. The amenities were great and we had everything needed to have a good taco night. The cabin is also full of games and books to pass the time and enjoy. The hot tub was a little low and didn't seem to have been cleaned recently, which was the only downside. We decided not to go in as a result.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

16 Mar 2022

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

Like being home

My main worry when we stay in someone else's home is whether my husband's asthma will be brought on by perfumes, especially in the bedding. I was very happy that he had no trouble breathing at all. The place was very clean. I was delighted at how well the kitchen was stocked. Just bring fresh meats and produce, and you can make just about any meal. Lots of Asian seasonings. And several ways to make coffee! Our mini Aussie loved the large area in the back between the houses, which were mostly empty. Turns out she's a snow dog! The beds are very comfy., but the bedrooms are small. You couldn't squeeze in a portacrib., but there are plenty of places besides the bedrooms for older kids. As the description stated, the living room is very sunny. The bad part of that is the bright sun shining in your face, and don't plan to watch TV until after the sun goes down. Overall, the place is great, and I would recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa K., San Francisco

14 Mar 2022

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

Golden Retreater - Truckee

Overall great stay! The house is close to DT Truckee, ski resorts and other close attractions. If you have pets, this is a great choice bc very dog friendly. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Aleksandr C.

1 Mar 2022

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

Great location and cozy atmosphere

Our stay was pretty good overall. We enjoyed the comfort of the home and the proximity to ski resorts as well as the jacuzzi. Everything was clean and we had plenty of things to do at the cabin. Only thing is that the cabin is a bit older and hasn’t had much updates done to it so there seems to be some deferred maintenance. Overall, we would recommend if you just need a comfortable place to stay in the mountains.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oriane D., San Francisco

26 Feb 2022

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

Sweet Tahoe Donner cabin

We had a lovely time at this Tahoe Donner cabin. The location was great, not too far back in Tahoe Donner. There was plenty of space for my family of 5 and we liked the layout with two bedrooms upstairs and one down. The beds were a bit on the smaller side but comfortable. This is a pet friendly place, just as an fyi, and clearly one the owners use frequently. We loved being outside in the hot tub after a day skiing—so pretty with the snow all around. Owners were very responsive and friendly when we had a small issue due to a storm—overall a wonderful stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Claire S.

14 Feb 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good location, so-so accommodations

This house is in a great location, and very pet friendly! The hot tub is a major plus and the house is very cozy. Love the wood burning stove in the living room! Unfortunately, the kitchen was a very cluttered and cookware was dirty. It was hard to find things in the kitchen, and keys weren't labeled either. Living room also felt a bit cluttered with fake flowers, but the view was pretty. A bit of a cleaning/decluttering and this place would be five stars!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

15 Nov 2021

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

Great for a Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful time spending a long weekend here. The house is huge, much larger than we needed for the two of us. We enjoyed sitting by the fireplace, cooking in the kitchen and relaxing in the hot tub.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosario S.

22 Sept 2021

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

Simply perfect

We chose to go on a small family getaway & first of all, the place is huge for a family of 4, but also felt like such an open layout that no matter what part of the house we were in we felt close by. Location is perfect, such a quiet atmosphere & the spa is perfectly located in the back away from any sun so you can enjoy it both during the day & evening without worrying about a sun burn! Thank you once again for allowing us to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Coralyn P.

13 July 2021

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

Wonderful house with everything we needed

We rented this home to spend some time with our kids and their grandparents after not being able to be together during 2020 and the first part of 2021 due to COVID. We had 4 adults and two teenagers plus two dogs for this trip. The cabin is perfect with a lot of space to spread out and the upstairs was a great place for the teens to retreat to when they needed a break from all the family interactions. We spent a lot of time on the front deck, which was a great size and had nice comfortable furniture. The back deck is great too also with comfortable furniture and a hot tub. The wooded back yard was wonderful and just what we wanted for seclusion and spending some time "in nature." The spacing is great between the homes and it really felt like we were alone instead of being on top of another house. The dogs had a great time chasing balls and smelling and exploring everything. The thing that surprised me the most about this home was that everything we needed was there. Sometimes you rent a VRBO and you are provided with only one roll of toilet paper, two towels, one dishwashing pod, etc. This home is very very very well stocked. I've never seen so many towels in my life. Plenty of extra blankets, pillows, etc. Full container of dishwashing pods and dish soap. Shampoo and conditioner in the bathrooms. Spices, olive oil, etc - everything you need and more. Fully stocked kitchen - and not cheap flimsy pots and pans either. It truly felt like we were in someone's well cared for home, not a "vacation rental." We would definitely rent this home again. The only thing I would say was an issue was the stairs - and it's my fault because it's something I didn't think about at the time of booking - but my father in law has recently developed breathing problems and the stairs plus the altitude caused him a bit of trouble. So if you are renting and have a similar issue just be aware that the main cabin floor is reached via a set of stairs (like many cabins in the area).

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Archana K.

2 June 2021

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

Well maintained property in a beautiful neighbouhood. The place was clean and had a plenty of space.

My family enjoyed staying at this place. There were amazing restaurants nearby , downtown Truckee is beautiful. Easy access to Tahoe from here. I would highly recommend..

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

14 Sept 2020

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

Truckee

Very nice property and great location. The place was perfect.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann K., Pleasant Hill, California

3 July 2020

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

Quintessential Family Cabin

This was a great spot to get away and “shelter-in-place”, but with different scenery! The “Golden Retreater” is clearly a family’s actual cabin, not some rental agency’s version, so it felt very comfy. The location is great, the kitchen well-stocked, the owner very easy to deal with. We hiked and biked in the area every day and came home to bbq and soak in the hot tub most evenings. We enjoyed it!

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Oren and Tzvia Abramson

We live in the Bay Area but we love Tahoe. We are fortunate to have realized our dream and purchase a house that allows us to spend more time hiking, skiing, kayaking and other outdoors activities that our family enjoys. Yes...we are obsessed with our Golden Retriever, Sadie, so we unanimously decided to name our vacation home: The Golden Retreater'. We are sharing this house with guests and hope you will enjoy being here as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

Our house is conveniently located in Tahoe Donner, which is just out of highway 80 at the entrance to the Tahoe area, so you avoid much of the Tahoe City and North Lake traffic. Yet, it's only a 10-15 minute drive to major ski resorts, the Tahoe Rim and Pacific Crest Trail, and national forests, lakes and parks. The house is nestled in a quiet and peaceful pine forest, in lower Tahoe Donner, a few steps from nearby trails. As part of the HOA, all the amenities that Tahoe Donner offers such as pools, tennis courts, golf course, gym and a private beach on Donner Lake, are also available to our guests. The house is a charming chalet style that conveniently hosts 6 guests with additional space for dining visitors.