Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee

Top rated by guests
Open concept great room space with high vaulted ceilings
Kitchen is equipped with a generous pantry for food storage
Sunny deck with lounge seating and a gas BBQ
Distressed hard wood floors and exposed beams give a rustic cabin vibe
Efficient and compact kitchen
review stars
10Outstanding
(10 Ratings)
"Photos don’t do this place justice. Great house. Beautiful wood . Very comfortable. Back yard hill is perfect for kids sledding. Will try to stay again in the summer next time."
Thomas K.
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10 / 10
Outstanding(10 Ratings)

Cabin in Truckee, CA

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this cabin rental

Welcome to Hillside Haven! Located in the resort community of Tahoe Donner, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath property is located on Hillside Dr. just a few minutes away from the Alder Creek Adventure Center.

Enter this bi-level home via the covered front steps. Journey up to the top floor, and you'll enter the main living space. Finished with high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a rustic hard wood floor, this property is convenient, well equipped, and comfortable. The great room offers a river rock framed wood stove, dining for 6, breakfast bar for 2, and a generous deck off the main living space. The primary king bedroom is offered on the main floor, with entrances to the en suite bath from the bedroom and the hall. Grand vistas of the mountainside are visible from the deck and dining areas.

Downstairs two bedrooms are offered, a queen bedroom and bunk room with queen under twin bunk and additional twin bunk. A shared bath is equipped with a bathtub shower combo. Additional amenities include a laundry room and a large two car garage.

Tahoe Donner is a premier mountain community near Truckee and Donner Lake, offering over 6,000 homes on 7,000 acres with diverse property options and first-rate amenities. Guests enjoy easy access to I-80, reduced Bay Area travel time, and exclusive privileges to pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, tennis courts, golf, a ski resort, and a private beach on Donner Lake. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and snow play in winter to golf, hiking, and water sports in summer, along with acclaimed dining at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub and other local eateries. Six guest cards per rental grant access to all amenities for a daily fee, with children two years old and under admitted free of charge. Tahoe Donner is minutes from historic Downtown Truckee and major ski resorts, making it the ideal family getaway for relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled value in North Lake Tahoe. Please note: amenity access may require seasonal fees; some amenities may be unavailable during renovations. For more information, please visit the Tahoe Donner website.

New in 2026: Daily fee amenities are not available to short-term rental guests during holiday blackout dates. The blackout dates are listed below:
Jan 17-19 (MLK Day)
Feb 14-16 (President's Day)
May 23-25 (Memorial Day)
July 1-5 (July 4th)
Sept 5-7 (Labor Day)
Nov 26-29 (Thanksgiving Day)
Dec 24-Jan 3, 2027 (Christmas/New Year's holiday)

What we love about this property is the location, family friendly vibe and views! Enjoy the best Tahoe Donner has to offer at Hillside Haven on your next Tahoe/Truckee getaway!

There is no AC at this home. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day.

​​​​​​​STR RCN #: 029888, Parking Spots: 4

Please remember that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are rare, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try to accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis.

Amenities at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Truckee, CA


Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(10 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Photos don’t do this place justice. Great house. Beautiful wood . Very comfortable. Back yard hill is perfect for kids sledding. Will try to stay again in the summer next time.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Great access to ski area, clean,nice outdoor space, well stocked kitchen and house with games etc. We really enjoyed.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Everything was just as described. The kitchen is well stocked especially compared to other we have stayed in. We had a great time, thank you.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Cabin was exactly as pictured. Very clean. Check-in/ out was concise and seamless. Great central location close to town. Would absolutely recommend and stay there again.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cabin?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Hillside Haven - Summer Tahoe Donner Escape, Close to Hiking, Minutes to Downtown Truckee?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.