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Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine

Vacation home near Donner Lake in Truckee

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms113 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Emigrant Trail Museum
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Truckee

On lake.Within half a mile (1 km) of this Truckee vacation home, you'll find Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Armstrong - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Emigrant Trail Museum - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • beach near Donner Pines Tract - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 6 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Natural Foods - ‬4 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.

Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine

Moraine feels like the kind of Tahoe hideaway where mornings start on the deck beneath towering pines and evenings end around the wood-burning stove after a day on the lake or slopes. Set in Truckee’s Donner Lake neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends classic cabin warmth with easygoing mountain comfort, creating a relaxed base for year-round Sierra adventures.

Inside, the main living space is bright, open, and made for gathering. A cozy sectional sits near the TV and wood stove, while the dining table and fully equipped kitchen keep everyone connected over big breakfasts, après-ski dinners, or casual nights in. Warm wood accents, vaulted ceilings, and thoughtful cabin details give the home a lived-in, welcoming feel without sacrificing convenience.

The layout works well for families or groups, with three comfortable bedrooms, including a bunk room for flexible sleeping arrangements. In-home laundry and practical everyday amenities make longer stays simple, whether you’re coming for a weekend reset or settling in for a full Tahoe escape.

Outside, the spacious deck is a true extension of the home. Fire up the grill, gather around the picnic table under the umbrella, or stretch out on the loungers with the pine trees all around you. It’s an easy spot for sunny lunches, quiet coffee, and laid-back evenings in the fresh mountain air.

When you’re ready to explore, Donner Lake, downtown Truckee, and nearby ski resorts are all within easy reach. Spend summer days paddleboarding and swimming, winter mornings chasing fresh snow, and shoulder-season afternoons hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the slower rhythm of the mountains. Moraine keeps the best of North Lake Tahoe close while giving you a warm, woodsy place to come home to.

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!

Situated in the Sierra Nevada Mountain range straddling the border between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe offers stunning panoramic scenery and year-round adventure. Visitors flock here especially to ski and snowboard on dramatic slopes that seem to fall into the abyss of the lake's cobalt blue water. Whether you're looking for a day in the mountains or a cruise on the lake, you can have it all in Tahoe.

Nearby Attractions: Homewood Ski Resort, Palisades Tahoe, Eagle Falls Trail (hiking), Eagle Rock (hiking and lookout point), Emerald Bay, Sugar Pine Point State Park (Nordic events of 1960 Winter Olympics), Inspiration Point Vista, Chambers Landing Bar & Grill (American), Meeks Bay Marina and Beach, Tahoma Market & Deli, the Rubicon (world-famous 4x4 trail).

Home Truths:
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- There is no air conditioning.
- Please note that all outdoor furniture and amenities, including grills, are seasonal and available from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Parking Details:
- The garage accommodates 1 car.
- The driveway can fit up to 3 compact cars.
- Please note the driveway is steep.

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / Queen bed
Bedroom 3 / 2 twin over twin bunk beds

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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,220 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 004900

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine to the airport?

This vacation home is 7.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi (5-min drive) from West End Beach.

Does Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine to downtown Truckee?

This vacation home is 3.4 mi away from Truckee.

Woodsy Tahoe Cabin • Deck • Near Donner Lake + Skiing | Moraine Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

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

Nice place for the week.

Perfect for our group.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental just a block from Donner Lake! Very comfortable house and well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Przemyslaw Z.

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

Great location, stress free stay

Great kitchen, easy access to everything, simple check-in and out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

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

Enjoyable Stay

Nice location. Comfortable home…worked well for ski vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanna and James M.

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

Great Location

Everything you need and the perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renae S.

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

Nice place with a nice location

It was a nice clean place to stay with a great location. I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theodore L.

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

Great stay on Donner Lake!

Great property on Donner Lake, super quick access to downtown Truckee and the north Tahoe ski resorts. Host was very responsive and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Wonderfull Place

We enjoyed staying here very much! Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

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

great family spot

Ideal place for family vacation. Would definitely consider again for future visits in Tahoe/Donner area!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sareena L.

So nice! Perfect for kids. Great location.

Love love Love the place and the owner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

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

Great rental!

The house was comfortable, clean, and in a great location! The kitchen was beautiful and well-stocked with everything we needed. It was perfect for our family of four. Also, the host was very responsive to requests and questions. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Fantastic snow weekend

Fantastic location by the lake, hope to stay again in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great and easy spot!

Great rental, communication and easy access for a quick wknd family get-away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily Y.

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

Bachelorette Getaway

This was a great place with comfortable beds and a good location for easy access to north Lake Tahoe!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Nice stay

Nice cozy and clean place to stay for my family on a recent trip. Very convenient to Sugarbowl. Good value, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

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

Our Family Vacation

Great place to stay. Just what we were looking for. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was well equipped.
Archival

8/10 Good

Purushothaman T.

Beautiful location

Stayed here for 2 nights and well equipped home. It's really close to the lake and has scenic view.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny B.

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

Donner Lake

Great spot, beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Family visit to Truckee

Great location! Convenient to town & easy access to Donner Lake. Good spot for a larger family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yaritza G.

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

Enjoyed our stay

The location was great. The check in process was also very easy. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Great location

The home was very comfortable and had a fantastic location. The owner was great to communicate with as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Che C.

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

Great spot, location and host

Easy walk to the public piers and Sandra was extremely helpful with suggestions on what to do locally and questions about the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle G.

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

Great stay in Donner Lake home

The host was very responsive and check-in was easy! The house was clean and had everything we needed for our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Lynn Strong C.

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

Nice stay!

Close to lake. Cute place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa L.

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

Wonderful stay

Sandra was a great host. The home was perfect for our two families.