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Emerald by AvantStay | ⛰️🌲Tahoe Donner Mountain Retreat w/ Large Patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81647 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Emerald by AvantStay | ⛰️🌲Tahoe Donner Mountain Retreat w/ Large Patio

Welcome to Emerald, an AvantStay home!

You'll love this gorgeous mountain cabin nestled in the Tahoe Donner’s Community. Take advantage of the large deck where you can admire the surrounding nature, cocktail in hand. Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings, large windows, and airy living spaces make this home a warm and cozy dream. Beyond the property, you and your crew will have access to Tahoe Donner's private amenities including a pool, hot tub, fitness center, downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking trails, beach club, and golf!

Situated in the snowy 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 booze cruise on the lake, you can have it all in Tahoe.

Nearby Attractions: Northstar Ski Resort, Rubicon Pizza, Tompkins Memorial Trail (hiking), Balance Holistic Health Spa, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course, Truckee Bike Park, Truckee River Winery, Boreal Mountain Resort, Donner Lake (Watersports and Marina), Martis Peak Fire Lookout, Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center, Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum.

Experience Lake Tahoe, AvantStay Style.

Each home is provided with a guest pass which allows exclusive access to Tahoe Donner (a nominal charge may apply for some activities). Activities available for guests include; Private beach on Donner Lake, two Tahoe Donner Clubhouses with pools, tennis courts, golf course (summer), snowshoeing, downhill and cross-country skiing (winter). Tahoe Donner features a small market/deli, a restaurant (The Lodge), and Recreation Center. The Recreation Center offers a fitness center, hot tubs, a heated pool, and saunas.

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team. Whether it’s fridge stocking or in-home massages, AvantStay offers a variety of upgrades & experiences to enhance your stay.

Home Truths:
- This home accepts a maximum of 2 pets. Pets must be approved in advance and are subject to an additional fee of $150 per pet. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- This home features brand-new furnishings throughout and a Hot Tub!
- Due to extreme wildfire risk, any type of outdoor wood burning fireplaces, fire pits, or charcoal grills are strictly prohibited. Violations will result in fines starting at $5,000 per Lake Tahoe short term rental regulations.
- Please note that during the winter months, all outdoor furniture is unavailable.
- Please note that this home does not have AC.
- Max occupancy for this home is 8.
​​​​​​​- Please note that there is a FEE to access the Tahoe Donner amenities and areas.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.

Parking Details:
Parking available onsite for 7 cars maximum.
No street parking.

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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / Two twin beds
Bedroom 3 (Loft) / Queen bed

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

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.

STR 21-00867

Property manager

AvantStay

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Golfing 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: 1,647 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Donner Lake - 6 min drive
  • Commercial Row - 7 min drive
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 7 min drive
  • Northstar California Resort - 24 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Emerald by AvantStay | ⛰️🌲Tahoe Donner Mountain Retreat w/ Large Patio pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Emerald by AvantStay | ⛰️🌲Tahoe Donner Mountain Retreat w/ Large Patio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emerald by AvantStay | ⛰️🌲Tahoe Donner Mountain Retreat w/ Large Patio?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Emerald by AvantStay | ⛰️🌲Tahoe Donner Mountain Retreat w/ Large Patio located?

This family-friendly Truckee cabin is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Coyote Moon Golf Course. KidZone Museum and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Emerald by AvantStay | ⛰️🌲Tahoe Donner Mountain Retreat w/ Large Patio Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and cozy
My wife and i had a comfortable stay. The property was as described and it met all of our expectations. The fireplace was great to get cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Truckee Vacation
We stayed here for 4 nights for an end of summer getaway. The cabin was very clean, I was impressed! It was located on a quiet street in a nice area. The communication with the property mgmt team was amazing- they responded right away to everything. We had everything we needed, including the hot tub which was wonderful! The only comment I have is the mattress in the upstairs loft was a bit uncomfortable, but we still slept pretty well. We stayed at a different place last summer but we all agreed we would definitely rather stay at this one again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Briana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect mountain getaway!
From the moment we stepped in we knew this was the right cabin for us! The classic A-frame architecture yet modern furnishings made it perfectly comfortable for our family of 5 over Thanksgiving. All of the bedrooms are spacious and the beds were very comfortable and warm. The house had plenty of dishes, kitchen and cleaning supplies which was nice. I only wish they had a frying pan and a cookie sheet. We only have two complaints: 1) The morning/midday sun coming through the top living room windows is blinding! Some sort of shade option should be considered. 2) The oven kept turning off and on. AvantStay was great and sent out a handyman (on Thanksgiving day) however when he arrived the oven was working. It went out again and sadly our turkey never cooked. Luckily, the cabin is located in close proximity to town so we grabbed a few pre cooked turkey breasts for our Thanksgiving dinner. Besides the oven hiccup, the cabin is cozy, the property grounds are gorgeous, and our kids had a great time playing in the snow in the front yard and sledding out back. Our stay was very close to perfect. I’d highly recommend this location to anyone looking for a relaxing mountain getaway in scenic Truckee, and would definitely book with AvantStay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Be Bear Aware
Property was a good fit for the family. Nice neighborhood and easy access to everything. The only problem was the bear/trash container door was broken so we could not use. Notified avantstay when we got there and the last night we put a bag of trash in there and sure enough it was strewn in the street in the morning. I guess the bear knew it was not working correctly. Otherwise, all was good with our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
We really enjoyed our stay with our dog. The neighborhood was quiet and the house had everything needed for a nice stay. I would definitely book this listing again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin, great location
Overall great cabin and great location. Would rent the place again. Just a few things that could use some fixing. 1. King size bed in downstairs bedroom was uncomfortable and lumpy. And was shorter than a regular king bed. Luckily there was just two of us and we moved to the upstairs queen size bed which was much more comfortable. I would recommend AvantStay replace that king size bed. 2. Be careful about using the items that look complimentary. It wasn’t until we used a few items that we read in fine print that stated by using the items in the box you will be charged for them. AvantStay should list the prices and make it clearer that the items aren’t free. 3. AvantStay should get rid of the rock hard pillows and get more of the softer pillows. 4. Other than that we had a lovely time and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick A., Walnut Creek, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in Truckee
Beautiful A-frame cabin in a great location! Very clean and nicely furnished. Kitchen was stocked with everything you need. Communication with the property management was easy and loved the little touches they provided checking in via text to see if we needed anything. We very much enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back soon
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Kyle I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with a few caveats
Nice space, but needs a few things fixed. King bed frame was broken and entirely unusable; looked like it had been repaired, and poorly. Fireplace timer wasn’t working, but fireplace would work manually. Bloody Mary fixings were left, but corporate office had no knowledge of this - and couldn’t tell us if it was complimentary or not. The place was clean and the kitchen was stocked with all the basics. Would stay again if bed was fixed. We had 4 people in our party, so the broken bed didn’t put anybody on the couch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Young Families
We had a lovely stay with 4 adults and 3 kids under 2.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family
Great little property for a weekend getaway we took our girls and my brother in-law for their birthdays and we had a great time there was 7 of us and it was perfect nice deck to relax and drink a cup of joy in the morning and the kids were able to explore around the property, we were also close enough to town to grab a bite to eat and visit the shops with the kids , truckee river park is also great place to take the kids and go for a hike its only about 10-15 mins from cabin , will definitely book again thanks again Mike family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roschelle A., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Owners were very responsive! Such good communication. Very beautiful and cozy house! It’s very close to Donner Lake and also the town. I also forgot something in the cabin and they were kind enough to mail it back to me. I truly truly enjoyed my stay in their lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020