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Stylish Truckee Retreat | Deck, Near Lake & Skiing | Moraine by AvantStay

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms113 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Stylish Truckee Retreat | Deck, Near Lake & Skiing | Moraine by AvantStay

Welcome to Moraine, a stylish Lake Tahoe hideaway designed with both comfort and convenience in mind. Tucked away in the coveted Donner Lake neighborhood of Truckee, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is the perfect year-round base for outdoor adventurers, family getaways, or friends looking to relax in the heart of the Sierra.

Inside, a spacious sectional anchors the open-concept living room, inviting your group to gather for game nights or movies after a day on the lake or slopes. The adjacent dining table seats everyone comfortably, while the fully equipped kitchen ensures that homemade meals are always on the menu. With thoughtful touches like in-home laundry and ample parking, longer stays are effortless.

The home’s layout includes a cozy bunk room ideal for kids or groups needing flexible sleeping arrangements, along with two serene bedrooms for restful nights. Step outside to the expansive deck, where loungers and an outdoor dining area create the perfect setting for al fresco breakfasts or sunset happy hours.

Located just minutes from the crystal-clear waters of Donner Lake, top-tier skiing at Sugar Bowl, and the historic charm of downtown Truckee, Moraine offers easy access to all the best of North Lake Tahoe. Whether you're paddleboarding in summer, skiing in winter, or simply soaking in the mountain air, Moraine is your gateway to it all.

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.

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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Donner Lake. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Tahoe National Forest and 3 minutes by foot from Donner Lake
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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: 1,216 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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 004900
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Stylish Truckee Retreat | Deck, Near Lake & Skiing | Moraine by AvantStay 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

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place for the week.

Perfect for our group.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental just a block from Donner Lake! Very comfortable house and well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great place in a quiet neighborhood, except for the construction going on next door and the house in front. But that noise was mild. We even saw a BEAR run from the side of the house to the next door house! My kids LOVED that!!!!My only recommendation, add grab bars in the bathrooms and non-slip mats in the bottom of the showers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot

We came up for a weekend with our three little ones (7, 5, and 3). The location was perfect. Very close to fun snow activities and in a picturesque setting right by Donner Lake. The layout worked perfectly for our family. The kids enjoyed the bunk beds and we were very pleased that all the bedrooms were on the same level. The house is cozy and well stocked. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Theodore L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

AnaChristina A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Lovely home in a great location, family friendly, a bit dated. communication with host was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

may c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

This house was in a great location, close to Donner Lake, 2 minutes off the freeway, 4 minutes from the grocery stores. It was clean and had everything we needed in the kitchen (cookware and plenty of dishes). There were plenty of games for us to play and the Wii was fun for the boys to play. The beds were comfy and there were plenty of blankets available to use. The towels were nice thick and good quality. Sandra was pleasant to communicate with and super easy to talk to. She answered any questions i had regarding the property. Overall, great experience and highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and comfortable stay

The check-in process was effortless. The house was clean and comfortable, although it felt small for two families and somewhat dated. A refresh of the duvet covers and basic condiments like sugar and salt in the kitchen would significantly enhance the overall feel of this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Przemyslaw Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, stress free stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Johanna and James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable Stay

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

8/10 Good

Lonnie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Low key lake weekend

Nice weekend of lake time. Would return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation Stay

We live in the Sacramento area but wanted to get away, so we chose to stay here as it was only an hour drive but felt like we were in Tahoe with the beautiful trees and Donner lake close by. It was a nice respite but only took one hour to get home! I highly recommend and would stay again! Great for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome father's day weekend

Had a great experience at Sandra's house. Communication was great and prompt. House was perfect location of lake, half way from both ends. The Donner party museum, and nature walk is amazing. Fishing on west end beach was great with many activities for the family. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Sandra was amazing and her home was perfect for our family of 4 on a ski trip, great proximity to skiing and town, the house was very cosy and fully stocked. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steffany W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We had a great stay here in February 2024. It was plenty of space for our family of four with two small kids and grandparents. There were plenty of towels and blankets as well as kitchen supplies. The pots and pans are old and very used, but we made it work. The driveway is very steep, but we managed even with snow throughout our stay. We loved being able to walk down to the lake, stay cozy on the couch, and share meals together.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Loved the modern updated and fully stocked home. We had a great time and will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful start to the new year

Lovely, clean and comfortable home. Located a block off Donner lake and close to downtown Truckee and skiing. Kitchen is well stocked and beds are very comfortable. Relaxing evenings for drinking wine, playing games ( there are quite a few oldies but goodies). Overnight snow but a plow came and cleared driveway in the morning! Nice to have a garage to park in and close enough to walk to a small market with a great wine selection and a breakfast joint next door. Looking forward to staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, great location, will be returning!

Loved the location, Lake Donner is beautiful and close to ski areas and Truckee. House was perfect for my family with young children, the kids loved the bunk bed room. Well stocked and lots of games etc for your use. Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

abdul afroz s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Donner lake stay

Apart from few hiccups, everything else was good. Sandra was a good host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim N., Roseville

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to celebrate my birthday

My girls weekend at Sandra’s house was wonderful. Everything we needed and great space for all of us. The only piece I would have added was a couple of extra mirrors- even full length. When 6 of us ladies were getting ready to go out to dinner it made it a little challenging with only the 2 vanity mirrors. But otherwise it was perfect and we didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house for us

Perfectly close to the lake for some swimming, and walking distance to Donner State Park. Also discovered the little grocery a couple blocks away which is handy if you just need a couple things. Hopefully we can go back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Friendly Cabin

Perfect cabin with kids. Walking distance to market, breakfast spot and public pier. Short drive to West End beach as well as Donner museum and hikes. We would love to rent from Sandra again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023