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Golden Summit by AvantStay | Stunning Secluded Cabin w/ Access to Tahoe Donner

House in Truckee, CA

8 guests·4 bedrooms·3 bathrooms
4.8 · 32 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Access private beach and HOA amenities for year-round outdoor fun.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Game room with foosball plus on-site pools and saunas.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Minutes from Northstar and Lake Tahoe adventures, easy mountain access.

What guests are saying

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4.8

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 32 reviews

Guests consistently highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the property, often mentioning the well-stocked amenities and spacious layout, making it ideal for families. Communication with the host is frequently praised for being prompt and helpful. Many visitors enjoy the gaming room and appreciate the quiet surroundings. However, a few guests noted challenges with snow-covered driveways and minor maintenance issues, which were addressed by the host. Overall, the property offers a pleasant stay for various group sizes.

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Property details

Welcome to Golden Summit, an home! Tucked between the pines and situated just minutes from downtown Truckee, this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is equipped with an open floor plan, comfortable furnishings, and a game room with foosball. Enjoy access to the HOA pools, saunas, tennis courts, and private beach on Donner Lake, along with nearby hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing trails. Just minutes to Northstar California Resort, Palisades Tahoe, and Lake Tahoe, this stunning 4-season retreat is ideal for large groups. Each home is provided with Short Term Tenant cards that allow access to Tahoe Donner amenities. Guests have access to public amenities, including the Downhill Ski Resort, Cross Country Ski Center, Snowplay area, Golf Course, Bikeworks, Equestrian Center, and on-site restaurants. Access to private amenities such as the Beach Club Marina, Trout Creek Recreation Center, Northwoods Pool, and Tennis and Pickleball Center requires a valid Short Term Tenant Card and payment of daily access fees at the time of entry. One card is required per person, per day, for guests age 3 and older. Tahoe Donner Private Amenity Access Update (2026): Private amenities require a valid Short Term Tenant Card and payment of daily access fees. Private amenities are not available to short-term rental guests during select peak and holiday blackout periods (public amenities remain available). 2026 Private Amenity Blackout Dates: • Jan 17 to 19 • Feb 14 to 16 • May 23 to 25 • July 1 to 5 • Sept 5 to 7 • Nov 26 to 29 • Dec 24 to Jan 3 (2027) 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 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. Home Truths: - The driveway is very steep. 4WD and/or snow chains are highly recommended in winter. - Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without approval there is a fine of $500 per pet. - 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 all outdoor furniture and amenities, including grills, are seasonal and available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. - Please note that outdoor decks may not be available during the winter due to snow. - 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 that we do not provide firewood. - Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request. - Please note that all Tahoe Donner short-term rental homes are subject to amenity blackout dates beginning January 1, 2026. During these blackout periods, short-term tenants will not have access to private Tahoe Donner amenities, including the recreation centers. Parking Details: - 4 cars maximum can park onsite. - No street parking allowed. - Violations result in fines of $1,000 and up, and revocation of the permit after three or more violations. --- The room configuration is as follows: Primary Bedroom / King bed Bedroom 2 / Queen bed Bedroom 3 / Queen bed Bedroom 4 / Full over full bunk bed --- This is a smoke-free property.. 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 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 Permit No. STR21-00870 Pets - not allowed

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Hot tub

    Hot tub

  • Pool

    Pool

  • Washer and dryer

    Washer and dryer

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Heating

    Heating

Guest reviews

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Laetitia

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June 2026

This place is perfect for a quiet weekend getaway. We stayed here for three days because it was only a 15 minute drive from Northstar. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful, the entire place was pristine and the living room and kitchen area is the perfect place to hang out. We will definitely be staying here again.

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Carly

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June 2026

Great place to stay. Close to downtown and Donner lake!

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Dezaray

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June 2026

Everything was as pictured/described the kids loved the bonus game room. The house has all kitchen amenities that you could possibly need and it’s close to everything in town.

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Jennifer

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June 2026

I was provided this home as an alternative option after my original booking was cancelled by AvantStay due to a double booking error they had internally. While this home was not fully upgraded, it is large and can accommodate many people if needed. It came fully stocked with bathroom, laundry, and kitchen supplies which was wonderful. The bathrooms and bedrooms were extremely clean however the rest of the house was not. There were crumbs all over the couch and floor which resulted in ants. After vacuuming the whole house and cleaning the floors and table tops, there were no more ants for the remainder of the trip. It definitely seemed like the cleaner forgot to vacuum and mop the floors along with wiping down tables. The first bathroom pocket door did not fully shut however there were 2 more full bathrooms to use. Outside of those issues, the stay was extremely comfortable and pleasant. Also the WiFi worked for multiple devices with no lag which was great for the kids.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 25

No smoking

No parties

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