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Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage

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A cabin surrounded by trees with yellow leaves, a grassy yard, and a stone structure.
A rustic cabin with a stone exterior and blue shutters, surrounded by a forest with yellow foliage and a stream with rocks.
A cabin with a snow-covered roof, surrounded by trees and a snowbank.
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden

    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Truckee River
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Tahoe City, CA
  • Place, Olympic Valley Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Palisades Tahoe
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage

Escape to a charming riverside sanctuary where the Truckee River rushes right past your door. Tucked away among the pines, this cottage offers the seclusion of a remote getaway with the unbeatable convenience of being 5–10 minutes from Palisades Tahoe and Lake Tahoe.

Please Note: To maintain a peaceful atmosphere, our retreat is an adults-only space (not suitable for children/infants) and is strictly pet-free.

The space
Our layout is unique and functional, featuring two distinct rooms connected by a "Jack and Jill" bathroom.

Main Bedroom: Features a plush Queen bed and a private entrance.

Secondary Room: Features a comfortable Queen sofa bed, a secondary private entrance, and a dedicated sitting area that doubles as an inspiring workspace.

Dining & Amenities:
While the cottage does not have a full kitchen, we’ve curated a convenient "Adventure Kitchenette" to fuel your days:

Essentials: Keurig coffee station, microwave, and mini-fridge with freezer. Outside in summer there is a barbecue.

Tableware: Plates, bowls, mugs, and silverware provided.

Après-Ski Ready: Wine glasses and a corkscrew are at the ready for your evening toast.

Guest access
Seamless Entry: Access the cottage via a secure electronic door lock.

Parking: Dedicated space for up to 2 vehicles. We share a driveway with a neighbor, so we kindly ask that you keep their access clear.

Winter-Ready Access: Forget the stress of snow! We are located directly across the river from Highway 89 (a high-priority plow zone). Our street and driveway are plowed first thing every morning by a local resident—meaning you’ll be the first ones at the resort while others are still digging out.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2072570vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tahoe City

Located in Tahoe City, this cottage is on a river. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake. Olympic Valley Park and Olympic Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Tahoe City, CA

What's nearby

  • Olympic Valley Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Spa at Everline - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Donner Lake - 17 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 30 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 13 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Savoie - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪River Ranch Lodge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rocker - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪22 Bistro - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage?

As of 13 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage on 3 October 2026 start from NZ$1,501, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Truckee River Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from Tahoe National Forest and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Palisades Tahoe. Truckee River and Olympic Valley Park are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Hans Wiest

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Hello and Welcome!

A little bit about us, we are life long Bay Area natives growing up across the street from each other in Oakland, CA. In the Bay Area we love hiking through Redwood Park in the Oakland Hills, wandering along the Embarcadero in SF, and exploring new restaurants in Berkeley. We are avid travelers with some of our favorite adventures being hiking the alps in Germany, crawling through the pyramids in Egypt, and taking a hot air balloon trip over the fairy chimneys in Turkey.

While we love the pace and the culture of the Bay Area, Squaw Valley is our oasis outside of the city. We love being able to share our little bit of paradise with you. We enjoy getting the day started with a pastry and coffee from Tahoe House Bakery, biking from the cottage down the Truckee River, Sunday Brunch at Sunnyside Restaurant on Lake Tahoe, and going to Little Truckee Ice Creamery on Donner Lake.

We hope that you enjoy your stay!

Hans & Karen

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English, German

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