Title: #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 Cabin with a hot tub, near Donner Lake ## Photo gallery for #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 ![Exterior - #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933800/33933792/f5056e0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933800/33933792/b0daa36f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933800/33933792/1f4887bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933800/33933792/3b688aaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933800/33933792/cb62e2f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to this mountain retreat, nestled near the Pacific Crest Trail and Donner Lake State Park. Enjoy a warm fire pit on the back deck with Adirondack chairs, relax in the hot tub or cook up something delicious in your fully-stocked kitchen with gas stove and BBQ. With three bedrooms including an ensuite bathroom with walk-in closet, smart TVs throughout and plenty of space for workstations, this home is perfect for those who want to escape into nature. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Gym ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN Gas stove. Microwave. Large fridge. Dishwasher. Coffee maker. Kettle and tea pot. Toaster . Waffle iron. Gas BBQ. Washer & dryer. Iron. GREAT ROOM Three-seater leather couch. For extra seating: three leather bar chairs and two leather stools. Blankets for snuggling. Smart TV. Wi-fi. PRIMARY King-size herringbone wood bed ash-wood platform bed with foam mattress. Smart TV. Workstation. Night tables with lamps. Desk. Ensuite bath room. Walk-in closet. Walks out to back deck with hot tub, fire pit and Adirondak chairs. SECOND BEDROOM Queen-sized ash-wood platform bed with foam mattress. Smart TV. Workstation. Night tables with lamps. THIRD BEDROOM A large room divided in 2\. Each side of the room has a trundle bed. Workstation. Piano. SNOW CLEARING IN THE WINTER Our plow service clears 3 parking spots, 1 on the diagonal to the left and 2 in tandem. PETS Your well-behaved, house-trained dog is welcome. LINEN Fresh, fluffy towels and crisp, linens included. GUEST ACCESS There's a keypad lock-entry on the front door, so you don't have to fuss with a key when you're going in and out. We welcome people of all backgrounds: all races and religions, gay-friendly and more. RESORTS 10 min to Boreal & Sugar Bowl; 15 to Northstar & Squaw. Also close-by, Homewood. CUTE NEIGHBORHOOD Half residential, half vacation homes. Quiet street. Great for a little kid to bike ride or skateboard up and down. HIKING For starters, at the end of Thomas, the fire road goes up to miles of hiking in the woods between our neighborhood and Tahoe Donner. Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Donner Rim Trail. Truckee Legacy river trail. WATER Donner Lake State Park with it's channels, beaches and public docks. Big Blue, i.e., Lake Tahoe – Need I say more? OTHER RECREATION The community pool (at the high school a mile away) is open year-round for lap swim and the community center has a gym with a running track for workouts - just a $5 drop-in fee. Lots of places to buy and rent gear. Skiing. Snowboarding. Snowshoing. Skating. Road biking. Mountain biking. Paddleboarding. Kayaking. Angling. Fly-fishing. There's a fun-run, lake swim, triathlon, paddleboard race, car show or other fun event just about every weekend in the summer. DOGS Dogs roam free in the mountains, but they're all pretty friendly and used to the outdoors, people and cars. We keep our little guy on a leash, because he's a city dog. DINING Great restaurants. Old town Truckee is minutes away. GROCERIES Save-Mart (Where the locals go). Safeway (For tourists). New Moon Natural Foods (For organic/vegan specialties). RENO Casinos. Concerts. Shopping. Buffets. REGISTERED WITH TOWN OF TRUCKEE STR PROGRAM 005658 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Snow sports gear - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96560000/96559600/96559567/083bf3bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breath in Fresh Mt Spring Air from a Private Deck w/a River & Golf Course View Plumas Eureka Estates - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=96559567&PinnedHotelID=96559567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85350000/85346500/85346489/d4ff2ecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Mondrian Hole in One - An MCM Townhome in a Quiet Golf Course Community Graeagle - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 52 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=85346489&PinnedHotelID=85346489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103840000/103837900/103837879/5d2f0dda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Puttin' on the Pond⛳ Spectacular waterfront villa overlooking Plumas Pines Plumas Eureka Estates - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=103837879&PinnedHotelID=103837879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83310000/83300200/83300153/a48e5770.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Plumas Pines 2/2 + bonus room- Fireplace-Spa Tub - Remote Work- Weekly Discount Plumas Eureka Estates - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=83300153&PinnedHotelID=83300153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32820000/32812700/32812616/5e5e4786.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Timeless Lakefront Tahoe Cabin, Dog Friendly, Halfway Between Northstar and Palisades! 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Trash goes in the bear box. You must take extra trash/recycling that doesn't fit away. It cannot be left out due to bears. Please put the dishwasher on and wash any other dishes before leaving. Extra cleaning charges will apply for dishes that have to be washed. Please put all games away. Extra cleaning charges will apply for games that have to be sorted and put away. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Trash goes in bear box, recycling in blue bin. Pickup is Wed AM. Blue bin must go to street, wheels facing cabin. Fee for excess or extra pickup. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet) Note from host: Your well-behaved, house-trained dog is welcome. ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 Truckee #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 Cabin ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.32860%2C-120.23481&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=E0y0a4jKUAu5AFdFnmZ9EiOX1Ss=) Truckee, CA #### What's nearby - Donner Memorial State Park \- 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Emigrant Trail Museum \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Donner Lake \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - KidZone Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Coyote Moon Golf Course \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles #### 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 - ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬12 min drive - ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬16 min walk - ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵? ### What time is check-in at #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵? ### What time is check-out at #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵? ### Where is #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## #DonnerBliss⛰HotTub👙FirePit🔥PetFriendly🐶WoodStove🪵 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 31 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominic D. 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Snow getaway Excellent property with great amenities. Great way to enjoy a trip to the snow. ##### Dominic D. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jami R. 23 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Snow vacation We had a wonderful stay at Donnor Bliss. The house was great. My son loved playing in the snow on the property, and the adults loved the hot tub. Thanks for a great weekend getaway. ##### Jami R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristina L. 4 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Great place! Great location- easy to get to the ski areas. There was a bit of snow during our stay but luckily they had an awesome plow service! Clean, roomy, and awesome hosts, definitely would recommend to anyone! ##### Cristina L. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### katie r. 20 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location for our family adventure We had a great stay at your property. It was a perfect size house for our family. I enjoyed coffee on the back patio every morning and the kids enjoyed a hot tub dip at the end of the day. Location was a perfect starting point for our daily adventures. ##### katie r. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Van P. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cozy spot, very clean Our host was great. Very responsive and attentive. The house was very clean and fully stocked with everything. Felt newly remodeled and very comfortable. Super close to everything too. ##### Van P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie H. 15 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Checks Every Box! It's hard to find a house like this in Tahoe that provides all the amenities my family looks for, dog friendly, kid friendly, hot tub, fireplace and room for two families! We feel so fortunate to have found this gem and continue to re book with Mel because she is an excellent host and we think this is a perfect property!! ##### Carrie H. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim P. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it Loved the place, hot tub and fire pit was used each night. I also took advantage of the hammock. My husband loves to mountain bike ride so he did that each day. Took our bikes to the Truckee River and rode to Sunnyside . Beautiful ride. Yes we would rent this place again for sure. ##### Jim P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa F. 16 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal Truckee property This property was perfect for our visit to Truckee! The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals for our family, including a propane grill on the deck. The beds were super comfortable and the house was spotless. We loved that this property was pet friendly so that our son, who lives in Truckee, could visit us there with his dog. A nice bonus is the hot tub and fire pit on the back deck! Mel was super easy to communicate with and responded almost immediately to any questions. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Truckee and staying in Mel’s Donner Bliss home. Would highly recommend to anyone, including family and friends. We will definitely be back! ##### Lisa F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhianna H. 17 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Cabin We took are first family vacation with my niece. 5 adults, 1 kid and 2 dogs. It was a packed house but big enough that we had our space. I love that it had two backyard decl and one front porch. Super spacious. The neighbors were super friendly and so were their four legged fur babies. Mel was super nice and helpful. Always communicating. I would rent this again for another family vacation. ##### Rhianna H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin L. 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Trip to Truckee My daughter lives in Truckee. My husband and I, along with my other daughter and her family visited Truckee to spend time together. This house was great. We spent a lot of time there just hanging out. It accommodated us all. We will definitely look at booking this house again on our return trips to Truckee.The house offered plenty of beds, the kitchen was well-stocked and plenty of games to keep my 4 year old granddaugher occupied. My only comment was that the games were is such disarray that if we had wanted to use them as intended, it would have required hours to separate all the pieces. However, my granddaughter used them but made up her own rules as we went along. Kept her busy.We will definitely stay at this house again in the future. ##### Robin L. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley B. 24 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent & cozy property for all ages We booked Donner Bliss Cabin to get away the week of Thanksgiving and really wanted something close to things but away from the crowds of Tahoe. It was important for us to be able to bring our mini Goldendoodle Sadie. I chanced upon the Donner Bliss cabin hosted by Mel and Sal and it blew us away. It had EVERYTHING a family would need to get away and make memories. It’s cozy, inviting, clean and comfortable. Each person had space and the “kids” room comes fully equipped with tons of board games, fooseball, a Wii and a hit was the piano. The kitchen is FULLY stocked with utensils, pans, etc so much so that I was able to comfortably make a Thanksgiving dinner we all thoroughly enjoyed. If you are in need of groceries or drinks, Safeway is about a mile away. There are so many awesome things to mention but The Hot Tub, fenced in yard, Wood Burning Stove, full washer and dryer and ample supplies really made us feel at home. You only need to bring your clothes to this property, they provide everything else! Plus, it’s very easy to get to from any direction you’re coming from. We cannot wait to come back and explore in the summer time when we can roast marshmallows or use the BBQ. Mel was fantastic at communication and we felt at home every day. Thank you for trusting us to use your home and we really cannot wait to return! ##### Ashley B. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan N. 3 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Great house, close too town, good food and the lake. Melanie is wonderful! Would definitely stay again! ##### Megan N. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve A. 2 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is conveniently located and well equipped with the essentials. Mel, the owner, is super attentive. We would definitely stay again! ##### Steve A. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris S., Anaheim, CA 11 Jul 2018 #### Wonderful house in Truckee This is a great place in Truckee. The Armstrong Tract is a hidden secret, and it is high up on the hill, so there are great views. The house is spacious, the driveway is large enough for cars and to play cornhole, and the grill and spa are perfect in all seasons. Will definitely stay again. ##### Chris S. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Arunas K. 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy My son and I enjoyed our stay at the facility. The check-in was straightforward. It was clean and had all of the expected conveniences. The kitchen was spacious with a full array of cookware, dishware and condiments. The refrigerator was large enough to accommodate all of our food items. The outside jacuzzi was a huge bonus with strong jets and a hot water temperature. The only drawback was the lack of the facility’s wifi. The owner mentioned that the problem might have been due to a recent power outage. Regardless, our own wifi source was sufficient.Overall, the price was reasonable & the experience was well worth it. The owner was very responsive to my questions. I would highly recommend it to our friends. ![My son chillin’ on the outdoor hammock. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/da3668d0-ec49-41aa-9dda-9b0944ce3077-1755311778032.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Overview of Donner Lake](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ea8f31dc-7244-4c28-aa37-c1ccf701fbb7-1755311778025.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Arunas K. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie H. 17 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Cozy Setup We really enjoyed this cabin because two families with kids had plenty of space to be comfortable. The kids bunk room was a highlight for our little boys and the fireplace and hot tub we're our favorite amenities! Location was perfect for easy access to Truckee and multiple ski resorts. We're already booked to go back again and looking forward to it! ##### Carrie H. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### elizabeth h. 5 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cabin in the snow We had a great time staying here and it had everything we needed for our family of five. The kids loved all the games that were there and the beds were comfy and warm after full day of skiing and sledding. Apres ski in the hot tub while the snow was falling was especially great. Mel was responsive and helpful with any questions we had. Would definitely stay here again! ##### elizabeth h. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridget P. 27 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Truckee Home This was the perfect house for us( 2 adults, 1 son, and 1 4-legged son). Mel's house was had everything we needed. The fenced in back yard was perfect for our dog. It was centrally located to all of our favorite places: restaurants, hikes, and of course the Lake. I am currently at home already daydreaming of next years trip and booking our stay with Mel. ##### Bridget P. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adriane K. 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cabin Nice layout of rooms Clean Quiet neighborhood. Close to everything. We loved our stay. We did alert the owner that the surface of bathroom tub was very slippery. It was very easy to fall when wet and soapy. Use with caution or use a tub mat. That being said, I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Donner Lake is the place to be, and this place was terrific. ##### Adriane K. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill T. 30 Dec 2015 #### Wonderful Tahoe Home We had an absolutely great time staying in Mel and Sal's place. This is the fourth Tahoe-Donner rental we have stayed in and this was the best experience overall. The home is very comfortable and has all of the amenities you can think of. Mel and Sal texted us to ensure we had everything we needed. Location was extremely convenient, more so than other places we stayed. We hiked and sledded in a beautiful area about one block from the home, then enjoyed their wonderful hot tub while it snowed. We highly recommend it! ##### Bill T. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2015 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michaele M. 26 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mike The host was fabulous. She helped us out and we were really stuck because of the snow we couldn’t get out of the yard and we missed that but it was a wonderful wonderful stay under the circumstances. ##### Michaele M. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy V. 31 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family cabin We loved the cabin! Warm cozy and clean inside. Perfect for our family of 5\. The kids bunk room had a fun array of games for our teens. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. The hot tub was a great spot to relax after skiing! We really enjoyed snowshoeing and cross country skiing around Donner Lake Stare Park- just across the main road from the neighborhood that the cabin is in. Mel was so communicative and answered all my questions before and during our trip. Check in and out were easy! ##### Amy V. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy W. 3 Sept 2016 #### This was a wonderful home for a vacation with dogs. Great location and fully appointed. My husband and I spent the month of August at Bliss Cabin with our two golden retrievers, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Our goal was to escape the desert heat, and our mission was accomplished. The location is great; so close to Donner Lake, Downtown Truckee and an easy drive to Lake Tahoe. Our dogs loved the fenced backyard, and there was plenty of room to stay comfortably for an extended period. From nice, thick towels to super comfortable beds, we had no complaints about anything. We truly had all the comforts of home. I wouldn't think twice about staying here again. Thanks, Melanie! ##### Kathy W. Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth A. 24 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical snow escape We had a wonderful time at Donner Bliss. We came to show our 4-year-old snow for the first time and she had a ball. We loved frolicking in the snowy woods and sledding in the neighborhood, tubing at Soda Springs and making s’mores by the cozy fire. The house is lovely; very comfortable, clean, and roomy. There is a really cute kids’ bedroom with a piano and a variety of games. The neighborhood is beautiful and very convenient to downtown. We would absolutely come back. Thank you for a great stay, Mel! ##### Elizabeth A. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian M. 9 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving in Truckee Property was nice. Cabinets were well labeled which helped find things. Firewood was under snow and hard to retrieve. Also would suggest fire extinguishers or at least one near the wood stove for safety. Owner did not know where matches were when butane lighter ran out. Also, would suggest supply of firestarter bricks to make lighting the fire easier and not have to use paper bags. Unit was well heated and hot tub grand. Would stay again. ##### Brian M. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ---