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Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner

Vacation home near Donner Lake in Truckee

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Truckee

Close to the beach.Within half a mile (1 km) of this Truckee vacation home, you'll find Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area. Tahoe Donner Golf Course and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tahoe Donner Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Donner Lake - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 28 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 16 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner

Summary:

Have a great getaway by staying at Northwoods Hangout in the Tahoe Donner neighborhood. Enjoy the prime location, within walking distance to the Tahoe Donner Downhill ski resort, and only a short drive away from the Tahoe Donner Golf Course and Donner Lake. Take a 25 minute drive to either Boreal Mountain Resort or the Northstar California Resort.



The Space:

The cozy living room has comfortable seating gathered around a wood stove fireplace and flat screen TV. A Roku (streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu) and wifi are available for family entertainment. The kitchen sports immaculate wooden countertops, stainless steel appliances, and smaller appliances such as a coffee maker, microwave, and toaster. When you are ready to sit down for a home cooked meal, the dining table has seating for 6.



Bedroom 1: Queen bed

Bedroom 2: Queen and Twin bed

Loft: Sofa sleeper and 2 Twin beds

The TV's in the bedroom are not hooked up to any streaming services.



Tahoe Donner HOA Amenities – Guest Information



Guests have access to 6 Tahoe Donner Short-Term Tenant (STR) passes, which provide entry to select Tahoe Donner HOA amenities, including the Trout Creek Recreation Center (pools, hot tubs, gym, sauna), private beach access (summer only), and other HOA facilities.



Access Fees:

HOA amenities require a daily access fee, paid directly to Tahoe Donner. Fees vary by amenity, age, and season and are not included in your reservation. Full details can be found on the Tahoe Donner website.



2026 STR Tenant Card Blackout Dates



STR Tenant Card access to PRIVATE HOA amenities is unavailable on the following dates:

Jan 17–19 (MLK Day)

Feb 14–16 (Presidents’ Day)

May 23–25 (Memorial Day)

July 1–5 (July 4th)

Sept 5–7 (Labor Day)

Nov 26–29 (Thanksgiving)

Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 (Christmas/New Year)



Important to Know:

STR Tenant Cards are NOT required for public Tahoe Donner amenities, even during blackout dates.

Guests are always welcome at public amenities at public rates.



Public Amenities:

Ski Hill, Cross-Country Skiing, Golf Course, Equestrian Center, Bikeworks, Campground

Private Amenities (STR Card Required):

Trout Creek Recreation Center(hot tub, pool, gym, sauna), Beach Club (private beach access), Tennis



Daily Access Rates (Private Amenities):

Ages 0–2: Free

Ages 3–6: $10

Ages 7+: $30



The garage is not available for use. During the winter, plywood is added to cover the downstairs living room windows and the dining room sliding glass doors to prevent snow from breaking the windows. It can be dark/cave like during the winter due to the plywood covering windows/doors, but the backyard can still be accessed by walking around the home.



Permit # STR21-00904

Max Occupancy: 6

Parking Spaces: 4



Please note that requests for late checkout must be received no later than 10:00 AM local time on the day prior to your departure. Early check-in and late checkout are based on availability and require approval and may be subject to an additional fee of up to $60.00 depending on the number of additional hours requested. Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in arranging.



Our cleaners travel from great lengths and have tight schedules and therefore will arrive right at 10am. Failure to abide our check-out policy may result in fees.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,304 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

SMOKING: Smoking is never allowed inside or outside the property. PARTIES/EVENTS: Parties or events of any kind are not allowed. PETS: Pets are n...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.7 mi (21-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner to the beach?

This vacation home is 9.9 mi (16-min drive) from West End Beach.

Does Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner to downtown Truckee?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi away from Truckee.

Northwoods Hangout | Near Tahoe Donner Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent, clean and well kept
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family had a fabulous time staying here! We will definitely return next season!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy check-in, clean, lots of kitchen amenities, beds were comfy. Needs better lighting, especially in the common rooms. Kids had a great time playing in the snow out back. Would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simona C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a terrific stay! The house was perfect for our family of four, with two littles. The kitchen was very well stocked with all types of cooking utensils and pots/pans, etc--- even sheet pans so I was able to make a tart! The house itself was a great layout, the kids loved playing in the loft, the living room was cozy in the evening with the wood stove. The beds were comfortable enough, especially after a day of skiing and playing in the snow. I was originally worried that based on prior reviews there would not be enough paper goods, but the house was well supplied for our four night stay and some! The only thing that could use improvement is that the pathway to the front door was not well shoveled and could be slippery. And the snow overhanging the roof looked hazardous and made me nervous walking under it to get to the front door.Otherwise great stay and we would definitely stay here again! The location was top notch too!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family went to a ski trip at Lake Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort and booked this place. 1.It is really close to the ski resort and very convenient. 2.The price is reasonable. 3.Very functional house, and has everything we need to stay for 4 days 4.Has a lot of space for our family of 6. 5.It’s nice that they have some board games and puzzles in the living room. Something for the whole family to do it together. Second floors there are books and kids like them.6.In the first 2 days we don’t know how to adjust the temperature and how to use the passcode lock. The rep responded patiently and quickly. Overall it is a smooth stay. Will recommend it to others! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family of 4 had a cozy 2-night getaway to enjoy the snow. The house is felt isolated and quiet despite being near to other homes. We were able to go to the back area and build snowmen, sled (not a steep hill), and have snowball fights. The kitchen had all the utensils and cookware so we needed, so we could cook our meals without leaving. We loved playing games, watching movies, and readingbooks while looking out the big windows at the tall trees nearby. The only issue is that the queen beds were incredibly firm - my husband and I couldn't sleep longer than 1 hour at a time because our bodies would get sore. If the mattresses were replaced, we’d definitely make this our go-to getaway! If you’re a side-sleeper or need a soft or medium mattress, you may need to reconsider this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were very happy with the house, location, cleanliness. The WiFi was a problem for a day or so but I think it was the community. Ceiling fans in the bedrooms would have made it more comfortable at night. I would definitely recommend and go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alisa c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay, property was clean upon arrival, beds were comfy and kitchen was well stocked. Property manager was responsive to any inquiries.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Madison T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tahoe Ski Trip

Overall good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathi E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful big house, perfect for a ski trip

My teenage daughter and I stayed in this house for a long weekend to go skiing at Sugarbowl. The house is really big and well equipped, with a lot of space for everybody. It was very clean and check in was the easiest I have ever experienced with a rental. We had some issues with the heating but the hosts were communicative and helpful. The price was amazing for this kind of house. We loved our stay and would return again anytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very solid place

I was nervous based on other reviews, but it appears the property manager has been listening. We had no issues with how the place was stocked: toilet paper, paper towels, dishes, and basic kitchen items (salt, pepper, cooking oil, spices, etc) were there. I would put it as in line with most rental properties. Layout of place is great: Bedroom w. sleeping for 3 on the bottom floor (and a full bath), master suite and a separate very large loft upstairs. Lots of mattresses sleeping pads: Loft has enough space for LOTS of kids/teams - probably 6-8. LIving room is fine. Couches are comfy. Location is amazing for Tahoe Donner ski resort: 15 min walk or 3 minute drive. Driveway is pretty big - maybe 4 cars as long as they aren't huge SUVs? Place was clean, driveway was plowed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Tua M.

Trip Cancelled

We did not stay at this property, but I had to pick a star in order to submit a review... We had to cancel our trip due to a severe winter storm in the area. Grand Welcome was not helpful, particularly communicative, or responsive about this. They did not respond to my inquiry about the state of the roads and property due to the storm. When I let them know that we would be cancelling, they directed me to file a claim through the insurance that I purchased and offered no other information or help with the process. I understand that the storms have been impacting the community greatly, but I would have appreciated more warning, information, responsiveness, and support, as we also were very disappointed to cancel our family vacation due to the storm.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Solem Family

Downstairs toilet was running constantly, might want to check so water bill doesn’t go up. Otherwise, great spot for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Amey M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location, some issues

First, lets start with the good. The property is surrounded by trees and is in a nice quiet neighborhood. Now the bad: All the blinds are old and most don't work so forget opening window blinds. There was a gigantic spider in the kitchen sink which we tried to drown with force of water. However the invincible spider kept coming back every few hours in the sink. Second issue: We turned on the washer with clothes n jackets, But to our horror, the washer leaked a huge pool of water in the bathroom! We had not gotten any spare jackets!! So at 11 in the night, I had to remove all wet clothes from washer , hand-wash them all and then put in dryer. To make bathroom usable again, we had to clean up the huge water flooding as well. It was pointless to ask owner of house at late night to send someone to help so we handled it ourselves by hand washing our load. Completely ruined our stay. There are lots of well maintained properties in the area. I would avoid this one. I also asked owner for tiny compensation for all the hassle we had to go through but received no response.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L., Bishop, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Truckee Treasure

Excellent location in tall pine forest. All desired amenities. Close to lake, shopping, restaurants, adventures. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

thomas b., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy but functional

Even if the place is located right off a major road it is far enough to be a quiet neighborhood. Lots of backyard space.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Miguel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away.

We had an amazing time. Great location, great place to Stay. Some things to get fixed but over all happy with our vacation at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

amber w.

Disliked: Cleanliness

An okay stay

The property was cute very spacious. Did not have fully stocked toilet paper and paper towels was told we needed to buy more if we needed only one garbage bag for a group of 6 people for 2 nights stay garbage from previous guests were stacked in the garage so was kinda stinky when went in there. Location was nice and lots of snow in the front for the kids to play in the drive way is VERY narrow which wasn't a big deal but there are a BUNCH OF LONG stick sticking out ir the ground (snow) that is hanging iver the drive way so we were not able got get in and out of our cars on that side scratched the aod of my truck because we got there after dark because check in is at 4pm and wouldn't let us check in a little early and we drove 3 hours to get there . Very nice house though. Love the layout
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome mountain getaway

Great location, picturesque. As others have said, the snow piled up on one side but gone is the plywood. They used a metal lattice which let more light in. We loved the cozy living room, and enjoyed the location close to skiing at Donner and activities as the X country/snowshoe center, plus snow play/tubing and easy access from I-80.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Miguel V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice for the price

The property is conveniently located and has a flat easy-access driveway when there's snow. The house has charming architecture and the furniture is in good condition. Lots of windows and views. Note that the ground floor levels are *not* currently boarded up in winter; instead they are protected from the snow with metal grates that don't obstruct the view. Downsides: toilets are small and don't flush reliably; no soap or shampoo in the showers; no firewood; we nearly ran out of toilet paper.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Yia X.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Get-a-Away Space

A great little place for relaxing. Nice and quiet neighborhood. The only downfall is that when you are backing out, you are backing out into on-coming traffic both ways.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dylcia D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Getaway

We went with our immediate family and my brother and his son. The kids LOVED it. They in the snow ALL day. Close to Tahoe Donner ski resort and a local well organized, COvid-safe sled park was close by. Near Downtown Truckee, would love to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for cross country and snow shoeing. Some issues...

We arrived after a big snow storm, all roads and driveway plowed. The windows in the living room and dining room were boarded up due to snow accumulation. Totally understandable that the back patio is not cleared of snow in the winter, but since the main photo of the property is of the lovely big windows in the living area, we think that should be disclosed. It made it dark inside, and we were there to see the snow which can only be seen by going upstairs. Also, many of the cell blinds were broken, so letting natural light in was a real issue. In addition to that, the principle burner on the electric stove only has one setting, which is high, so watch out when cooking. t There was a huge accumulation of snow over the front porch which we thought looked dangerous, and we told a property manager who had stopped by our first day and she agreed. Day 3, we heard a huge crash, and it was the snow and ice that had fallen, just as we had predicted. Luckily no one was hurt. We notified the management company of all of this upon our return, and have not received an answer back as of yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Broken Stove Burned Everything

Overall this place is great, except the stove needs to be replaced. The burners turn on only to very hot and as a result burns the pans and food, there is no turning it down except off. Please replace. Otherwise would totally stay again, we loved this place (except the stove).
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jay K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent retreat in a peaceful setting

Gazing out at the high Sierra forest out back gives us all great comfort in these troubled times. The house is very comfortable and welcoming, and very Tahoe-Donner in the best way. Good kitchen, big deck, ample room. Even ping pong! Could update the toilets, but if that's all I've got, it's a pretty great place, especially for the price. Appreciate access to the TD amenities, even if we didn't use them much this time. Eat at the Lodge - it's beautiful and delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020