Ski A-Frame Escape: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Snow Play
Entire cabin in Truckee, California
- 5 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
Hosted by Peter
- Superhost
- 2 years hosting
Listing highlights
Top 10% of homes
This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.
On Donner Summit near ski and lake
A short drive to Sugar Bowl, Boreal, and Donner Ski Ranch, with Donner Lake about 10 minutes away
Private hot tub on the deck
A private hot tub on the deck for soaking after a day on the trails or slopes
Cozy and easy to settle into
Guests describe a cozy, well-stocked cabin that feels like home. Many have returned for a second stay.
Your cozy Donner Summit ski basecamp! Minutes to Sugar Bowl & Boreal, with Palisades and Northstar close by. Ski, board, snowshoe, or sled, then come home to snowy-night comfort.
- Soak in the hot tub as the snow falls
- Warm up by the fire + movie nights on the projector
- 2 queen beds + loft twin, heated mattress pads
- Full kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, laundry & essentials
From golden fall hikes to powder days, your mountain escape is here. Book your stay!
The space
🏔️ A cozy Donner Summit A-frame for powder days, snow play, and hot tub nights
Nestled in a peaceful alpine neighborhood on Donner Summit, Summit Blue Cabin is a comfortable mountain escape for families, couples, and small groups. Spend your days skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing — then come home to a private hot tub, fireplace, cozy living room, and fully stocked kitchen.
❄️ Winter on Donner Summit
When the snow falls, you're minutes from some of the best winter fun in Tahoe:
→ Ski or ride Sugar Bowl, Boreal, Donner Ski Ranch, and Soda Springs — all within 10 miles
→ Cross-country ski at Royal Gorge, North America's largest XC resort, minutes away
→ Palisades Tahoe or Northstar, both within a 30-minute drive
→ Sled, snowshoe, and play in the snow right in the neighborhood
→ Night skiing and tubing at Boreal, 6 minutes away
→ Warm up afterward in Truckee's restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries
After a day in the snow, soak in the hot tub as the flakes fall, dry your gear, and settle in for a movie night on the projector.
🍂 Fall & Summer Adventures
In the quieter shoulder seasons, the cabin is an ideal basecamp for classic mountain days:
→ Hike Donner Summit trails or sections of the Pacific Crest Trail through golden fall aspens
→ Swim, paddle, fish, or picnic at Donner Lake, about 15 minutes away
→ Explore granite viewpoints, climbing areas, and alpine scenery
→ Bike local roads and trails, or relax near the Yuba River
→ Visit Truckee for restaurants, coffee, shops, and family-friendly activities
→ Take a day trip to Lake Tahoe for beaches, boating, and sightseeing
🛋️ Relax in Comfort
The cabin is thoughtfully set up for an easy, stress-free stay in every season:
→ Outdoor Deck: Soak in the private hot tub (heated year-round), cook on the BBQ, or stargaze on crisp mountain nights.
→ Cozy Living Room: Warm up by the fireplace, read a book, or watch your favorite shows and movies on the 50" projector with Google TV.
→ Comfortable Sleeping: Two bedrooms with queen beds plus a loft with a twin bed. Heated mattress pads are provided for chilly mountain nights.
→ Fully Stocked Kitchen: Cook full meals with modern appliances, cookware, dishes, spices, coffee setup, and the basics you need for an easy stay — perfect for snowed-in comfort food.
→ Modern Amenities: Fast Wi-Fi, high-pressure shower, laundry, linens, hot tub towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and essentials.
📍 Location Highlights
→ Skiing: Within 10 miles of Sugar Bowl, Boreal, Donner Ski Ranch, Soda Springs, and Royal Gorge
→ Bigger Ski Days: Palisades Tahoe and Northstar within a 30-minute drive
→ Snow Play: Sledding and snowshoeing right from the neighborhood
→ Donner Lake: About 10 minutes away for fall picnics and summer swimming
→ Nearby Trails: Donner Summit hiking, biking, granite views, and Pacific Crest Trail access
→ Truckee: 16 miles to restaurants, shops, groceries, and activities
→ Lake Tahoe: 28 miles to beaches, boating, and sightseeing
⭐ Cabin Details
→ Sleeps 5
→ 3 beds: 2 queens + 1 loft twin
→ 1 bathroom
→ Private hot tub on the outdoor deck, heated year-round
→ Fireplace + heated mattress pads for cozy winter nights
→ BBQ grill
→ Fast Wi-Fi
→ Google TV projector; stream with your own login
→ Fully stocked kitchen
→ Washer, dryer, and detergent pods
→ Kid-friendly with Pack 'n Play and children's dishware
🧺 What's Provided
We've tried to make the cabin feel easy and well-stocked, so you can spend less time packing and more time enjoying the mountains.
→ Linens and hot tub towels
→ Dishes, cookware, utensils, spices, and basic kitchen supplies
→ Coffee setup with drip machine, grinder, sugar, and filters
→ Shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, body soap, and bathroom essentials
→ Laundry supplies
→ Snow shovels for winter stays
→ Family-friendly basics including Pack 'n Play and children's dishware
🌲 A Note on the Mountain Setting
Like many cabins on Donner Summit, the home is designed for true mountain living. Winter brings deep snow and unforgettable scenery — bring layers, plan for chain controls on I-80, and come ready for a real alpine getaway. We provide the comforts you need for a warm, relaxed stay.
Whether you're planning powder days, snow play with the kids, fall hikes through the pines, or a quiet escape in the trees, Summit Blue Cabin is a cozy home base for enjoying Donner Summit in every season.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the entire cabin, located in the peaceful PlaVada neighborhood. In winter, enjoy sledding and snow play just steps from your door, with five ski areas within 10 miles. In fall, scenic hiking trails and easy river access are all nearby.
Other things to note
→ Winter Travel: A 4WD/AWD vehicle and chains are essential during snowy conditions — CHP chain controls are common on I-80 over Donner Summit. Be prepared to shovel if snowfall occurs during your stay (shovels provided). Please plan to arrive before dark on storm days.
→ Severe Weather Flexibility: Weather on Donner Summit can be unpredictable. We're happy to adjust dates if snow impacts travel when/if possible, but bring enough groceries to stay cozy if you get snowed in!
→ House Rules: Failure to follow house rules will result in being asked to leave without a refund. This includes no pets, no smoking (inside or on deck), no additional guests, and no fires (candles included) due to wildfire risk. Outdoor security cameras monitor the deck and driveway for safety.
→ Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.
Feel free to contact us with any additional questions you might have.
- Soak in the hot tub as the snow falls
- Warm up by the fire + movie nights on the projector
- 2 queen beds + loft twin, heated mattress pads
- Full kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, laundry & essentials
From golden fall hikes to powder days, your mountain escape is here. Book your stay!
The space
🏔️ A cozy Donner Summit A-frame for powder days, snow play, and hot tub nights
Nestled in a peaceful alpine neighborhood on Donner Summit, Summit Blue Cabin is a comfortable mountain escape for families, couples, and small groups. Spend your days skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing — then come home to a private hot tub, fireplace, cozy living room, and fully stocked kitchen.
❄️ Winter on Donner Summit
When the snow falls, you're minutes from some of the best winter fun in Tahoe:
→ Ski or ride Sugar Bowl, Boreal, Donner Ski Ranch, and Soda Springs — all within 10 miles
→ Cross-country ski at Royal Gorge, North America's largest XC resort, minutes away
→ Palisades Tahoe or Northstar, both within a 30-minute drive
→ Sled, snowshoe, and play in the snow right in the neighborhood
→ Night skiing and tubing at Boreal, 6 minutes away
→ Warm up afterward in Truckee's restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries
After a day in the snow, soak in the hot tub as the flakes fall, dry your gear, and settle in for a movie night on the projector.
🍂 Fall & Summer Adventures
In the quieter shoulder seasons, the cabin is an ideal basecamp for classic mountain days:
→ Hike Donner Summit trails or sections of the Pacific Crest Trail through golden fall aspens
→ Swim, paddle, fish, or picnic at Donner Lake, about 15 minutes away
→ Explore granite viewpoints, climbing areas, and alpine scenery
→ Bike local roads and trails, or relax near the Yuba River
→ Visit Truckee for restaurants, coffee, shops, and family-friendly activities
→ Take a day trip to Lake Tahoe for beaches, boating, and sightseeing
🛋️ Relax in Comfort
The cabin is thoughtfully set up for an easy, stress-free stay in every season:
→ Outdoor Deck: Soak in the private hot tub (heated year-round), cook on the BBQ, or stargaze on crisp mountain nights.
→ Cozy Living Room: Warm up by the fireplace, read a book, or watch your favorite shows and movies on the 50" projector with Google TV.
→ Comfortable Sleeping: Two bedrooms with queen beds plus a loft with a twin bed. Heated mattress pads are provided for chilly mountain nights.
→ Fully Stocked Kitchen: Cook full meals with modern appliances, cookware, dishes, spices, coffee setup, and the basics you need for an easy stay — perfect for snowed-in comfort food.
→ Modern Amenities: Fast Wi-Fi, high-pressure shower, laundry, linens, hot tub towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and essentials.
📍 Location Highlights
→ Skiing: Within 10 miles of Sugar Bowl, Boreal, Donner Ski Ranch, Soda Springs, and Royal Gorge
→ Bigger Ski Days: Palisades Tahoe and Northstar within a 30-minute drive
→ Snow Play: Sledding and snowshoeing right from the neighborhood
→ Donner Lake: About 10 minutes away for fall picnics and summer swimming
→ Nearby Trails: Donner Summit hiking, biking, granite views, and Pacific Crest Trail access
→ Truckee: 16 miles to restaurants, shops, groceries, and activities
→ Lake Tahoe: 28 miles to beaches, boating, and sightseeing
⭐ Cabin Details
→ Sleeps 5
→ 3 beds: 2 queens + 1 loft twin
→ 1 bathroom
→ Private hot tub on the outdoor deck, heated year-round
→ Fireplace + heated mattress pads for cozy winter nights
→ BBQ grill
→ Fast Wi-Fi
→ Google TV projector; stream with your own login
→ Fully stocked kitchen
→ Washer, dryer, and detergent pods
→ Kid-friendly with Pack 'n Play and children's dishware
🧺 What's Provided
We've tried to make the cabin feel easy and well-stocked, so you can spend less time packing and more time enjoying the mountains.
→ Linens and hot tub towels
→ Dishes, cookware, utensils, spices, and basic kitchen supplies
→ Coffee setup with drip machine, grinder, sugar, and filters
→ Shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, body soap, and bathroom essentials
→ Laundry supplies
→ Snow shovels for winter stays
→ Family-friendly basics including Pack 'n Play and children's dishware
🌲 A Note on the Mountain Setting
Like many cabins on Donner Summit, the home is designed for true mountain living. Winter brings deep snow and unforgettable scenery — bring layers, plan for chain controls on I-80, and come ready for a real alpine getaway. We provide the comforts you need for a warm, relaxed stay.
Whether you're planning powder days, snow play with the kids, fall hikes through the pines, or a quiet escape in the trees, Summit Blue Cabin is a cozy home base for enjoying Donner Summit in every season.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the entire cabin, located in the peaceful PlaVada neighborhood. In winter, enjoy sledding and snow play just steps from your door, with five ski areas within 10 miles. In fall, scenic hiking trails and easy river access are all nearby.
Other things to note
→ Winter Travel: A 4WD/AWD vehicle and chains are essential during snowy conditions — CHP chain controls are common on I-80 over Donner Summit. Be prepared to shovel if snowfall occurs during your stay (shovels provided). Please plan to arrive before dark on storm days.
→ Severe Weather Flexibility: Weather on Donner Summit can be unpredictable. We're happy to adjust dates if snow impacts travel when/if possible, but bring enough groceries to stay cozy if you get snowed in!
→ House Rules: Failure to follow house rules will result in being asked to leave without a refund. This includes no pets, no smoking (inside or on deck), no additional guests, and no fires (candles included) due to wildfire risk. Outdoor security cameras monitor the deck and driveway for safety.
→ Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.
Feel free to contact us with any additional questions you might have.
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Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 106 reviews.
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Where you’ll be
Truckee, California, United States
Neighborhood highlights
Conveniently located off I-80 and just 15 minutes from Truckee, you’ll enjoy a secluded setting among granite outcrops and pine forests, with all the comforts of home.
Meet your host
Lives in San Francisco, California
Cabin lover and outdoor adventurer. Excited to help you make the most out of your stay in the mountains.
Peter is a Superhost
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