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Rustic Cabin | Fireplace, Shared Pool & Hot Tub, 6 Mins to Donner Lake

Vacation home in Truckee with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Outdoor dining
Camp Howdy Vacation Rental, nestled in the Northstar neighborhood, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for those seeking a cozy mountain retreat. This three-bedroom home features tasteful Americana decor, a fully equipped kitchen and extensive dining table perfect for family meals.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8132 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rustic Cabin | Fireplace, Shared Pool & Hot Tub, 6 Mins to Donner Lake

🏡 Camp Howdy | 3BR | 2BA | Cozy Mountain Cabin Near Tahoe Donner Amenities | Sleeps 8

Welcome to Camp Howdy, your cozy and inviting home base in the heart of Tahoe Donner! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin-style retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort and is perfectly located near top Truckee attractions, ski resorts, lakes, trails, and Tahoe Donner’s world-class amenities. Whether you're seeking winter adventure, summer fun, or peaceful mountain relaxation—this is the place for you! 🏞️❄️☀️

We care for Tahoe as much as we care for our guests! With every stay, Tahoe Signature Properties plants a tree and provides eco-friendly supplies to help preserve our beautiful mountain environment. 🌲🌲🌲

🏡 Inside the Home

•🔥 Spacious living room with large stone fireplace and inviting Americana décor;
•🛋️ Leather sofas, easy chair, and flat-screen TV for cozy movie nights;
•🍽️ Fully equipped kitchen and large dining table for family meals;
•🌲 Bright windows revealing serene forest and deck views;
•🛏️ Primary bedroom with plush bedding, flatscreen TV, and peaceful pine views;
•🚿 Downstairs bathroom with double sinks and plenty of space for morning routines;

🛏️ Upper Floor

•🛌 Two additional bedrooms offering flexible sleeping arrangements;
•🛏️ One bedroom with a queen bed and another with two double beds;
•🧸 Soft Berber carpeting adds warmth and comfort throughout;
•🚿 Additional full bathroom upstairs for guest convenience;

🌲 Outdoor Space

•☕ Wrap-around deck surrounded by pines — ideal for morning coffee or evening wine;
•🔥 Peaceful wooded yard with room to relax and breathe in the mountain air;
•🏠 Classic Tahoe cabin exterior with charming rustic details;

📍 Location and Amenities

•🏞️ Nestled in the Northwoods neighborhood near Tahoe Donner Ski Resort and Golf Course;
•🏊 Includes 6 guest passes for access to Tahoe Donner Association amenities;
•💪 Enjoy pools, hot tubs, saunas, tennis courts, and fitness facilities;
•🚴‍♀️ Nearby hiking, biking, and cross-country trails for outdoor enthusiasts;
•🏖️ Access to private beach at Donner Lake for summer fun;
•🏙️ Short drive to downtown Truckee’s shops, cafés, and art galleries;

✅ Good to Know

•Maximum Occupancy: 8;
•Parking: 3 cars allowed. There are two parking spots in the garage and also room in the driveway;
•Town of Truckee: 027940;
•No pets (Family Allergies);
•Outdoor furniture and grills may not be available November–May;
•Winter travel requires snow tires and 4WD/AWD, or chains;
•Quiet hours are enforced from 10 PM to 7 AM per Town of Truckee regulations;
•Guest access fees apply per person, per day, and are subject to change. Children under the age of 3 are free. See the Tahoe Donner Association Amenities website for details;
•Each eligible property includes 6 Tahoe Donner guest cards for amenity access. A $100 fee applies for each card not returned after checkout;;
•Full Terms and Conditions supplied upon booking and completion of signatures on the Booking Confirmation;
•Rental Agreement contract required for booking to be confirmed, must be signed within 24 hours of creating the reservation;
•Agreement must be signed by Occupants aged 25 or older.
•Exterior security cameras on property.

📝 Important Notice: Tahoe Donner Amenities Blackout Period + Pools and Spas availability

Tahoe Donner Association has implemented access blackouts for Short-Term Tenant Access Cards. Guests staying at short-term rentals, including this property, will not have access to Tahoe Donner amenities during those blackout dates.

Please check the official Tahoe Donner Association website to confirm if the blackout schedule will affect your planned stay dates, as the schedule may change from time to time.

Kindly note that we do not have control over these blackout dates as they are set by the Tahoe Donner Association management, and we are unable to provide refunds for cancellations resulting from these blackout periods.

The Trout Creek Recreation Center pools and spas will be closed for renovations beginning September 2, 2025, for approximately 3.5 months. This closure is necessary to upgrade the pool and spa mechanical systems, deck hydronics, and pool deck pavers;

🛎️ Why Stay with Tahoe Signature Properties

Locally owned and operated with nearby staff support;
Easy self-check-in with a personal code;
3D walkthroughs available so you know exactly what to expect.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,416 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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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

Pets

Pets not 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tahoe Donner Tennis Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • KidZone Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 15 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 6 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Craft & Logic Taproom - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rustic Cabin | Fireplace, Shared Pool & Hot Tub, 6 Mins to Donner Lake have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Rustic Cabin | Fireplace, Shared Pool & Hot Tub, 6 Mins to Donner Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cabin | Fireplace, Shared Pool & Hot Tub, 6 Mins to Donner Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cabin | Fireplace, Shared Pool & Hot Tub, 6 Mins to Donner Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cabin | Fireplace, Shared Pool & Hot Tub, 6 Mins to Donner Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Coyote Moon Golf Course. Donner Memorial State Park and Tahoe Donner Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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