The Shoes-Off Chalet | Tahoe Truckee Vacation Rentals

👑 Luxury Redefined: All-Inclusive Plan for Super Premium Dates
(Holidays • Prime Ski Season • Peak Summer)
2 feet of snow overnight! (12/25/25); in your request to book, please confirm you've read and agree to our house rules.

The ultimate in mountain indulgence: designed for guests who value thoughtful curation, cleanliness, comfort, and calm. Beautiful holiday tree currently in the great room!

Wake up among 🌲 towering pines in fresh mountain air and get ready for your next Tahoe adventure! Relax in soothing hues of copper and blue inside, complementing glorious nature outdoors. Our rustic sanctuary provides rare buffer from the street and neighbors for maximum serenity.

When you return from the slopes, savor ☕ hot cocoa at the après-ski station, warm up by the 🔥 fire, or soak in the 💦 Hot Spring spa in our shared backyard, surrounded by snow and wilderness.

🏡 INSIDE THE CHALET (2 Full Floors – No Shared Indoor Spaces)

* 🏡 Exclusive use of two full floors of the rustic Treehouse Chalet with no shared indoor spaces
* 🌲 Treehouse-like views from second- and third-floor windows
* 🚪 Keypad access to the home (two entries)
* 🧥 Mudroom for shoes & coats (outdoor shoes off and paws wiped before entry — our cleanliness secret!)
* 🛜 Free WiFi, usually reliable (occasional Tahoe outages possible)
* 📲 Responsive owner: just a message away if you need anything

🛌 Bedrooms & Bathrooms: Sleeps up to 8 guests across 3 bedrooms + 2 full baths
* 🛏️ Master suite: king bed + ensuite full bathroom with shower and soaking tub
* 🛏️ Main floor: two bedrooms:
* Queen Room (brand-new queen-size medium-firm memory foam mattress)
* Bunk Room (4 twin beds total - 1 bunk bed and 1 trundle bed)
* 🚿 Full bath on main floor near kitchen

🧺 Comfort & Essentials
* Linens, extra blankets, varied pillows
* Bath towels + travel-size shampoo, conditioner & soap
* Paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, sponge & dish towel
* 🌙 Hunter Douglas blackout shades for great sleep
* 👗 Closets & dressers in every bedroom

🎹 Loft lounge outside master with piano + cozy seating

💻 Work areas: small desk in bunk room + kitchen bar with USB charger

📺 Great room with cathedral ceilings, open floor plan, leather sofas, large flat-screen TV, DVD player, and wood-burning stove

🔥 Hearth & Kitchen Highlights
* 🪵 Wood-burning stove for ambiance only. We provide Duraflame Gold logs (one per night). No other wood, paper, or materials may be burned and nothing placed on top of or near the stove. Misuse may result in additional cleaning or repair fees or even eviction without refund.
* 🍳 Full kitchen with vintage appliances: oven, stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, drip coffee maker & dishwasher
* 🔶 Gorgeous hammered copper sink + hand-honed crema marfil marble counters
* 🩵 Hand-painted blue and copper cabinets
* 🍽️ Rustic Tienshan moose-design dishes + Oneida flatware
* ☕ NEW Après-ski station & coffee bar with LED lighting: complimentary coffee, cocoa, and fun extras (no alcohol)
* 🍫 NEW Nespresso Essenza espresso maker + starter capsules (bring or buy more as you like)
* 🥃 Cocktail glasses, shaker & shot glass

🪑 Dining table seats 6 + 2 at the bar; optional 8-person “cozy restaurant” setup with advance notice

💡 Dimmable lighting to set your perfect mood

🔥 Central heat + 🆒 A/C (summer only) and ceiling fans in great room & master

🐾 PETS WELCOME
• Maximum 2 pets per stay
• Pet fees are included in the price displayed if you book with pets included in your reservation
• Adding pets to your original reservation will result in additional pet fees collected after booking
• Signed pet agreement and pre-approval required

🌲 OUTDOORS & AMENITIES

* 🅿️ Free parking for up to 4 cars (please keep owner’s side clear)
* 🍖 Outdoor Weber BBQ grill (propane)
* 🛁 Hot Spring Vanguard 6-person spa: pristine, soothing, surrounded by snow & firs, glowing blue LED lights at night
* Exclusive use during your stay
* Located in shared backyard, visible from owner’s unit and some neighbors
* 🧺 Spa towels (one per guest)
* ☀️ Front deck seating for 4 (summer only)
* 🐻 Bear-proof garbage shed for trash/recycling
* 📹 Exterior cameras includes monitoring snow load, plowing & wildlife activity

✨ Brand NEW Premium Hot Spring Spa Coming Soon!
We’re thrilled to share that an EPIC brand-new Hot Spring Vanguard (Platinum/Brushed Nickel, 6-person) replacement spa is on order, featuring gorgeous multi-zone LED lighting that reflects beautifully off fresh winter snow to create a serene, almost ethereal light-therapy ambiance for evening soaks. We cannot guarantee the exact installation date. If your arrival is near and you'd like an update, please message us.

💁‍♀️ EXPERIENCE THE ADVANTAGES OF AN ONSITE OWNER (Owner Usually Stays in Separate Unit Downstairs)

👤 Owner often on premises in separate unit for reliable maintenance, prompt service, and peace of mind

* 🧽 Meticulous inspections & consistent cleanliness — owner personally oversees each stay
* 🌦️ Real-time local updates on storms & road conditions
* ❄️ Concierge snow removal & salting (including hot tub path, a rare luxury in Tahoe!)
* 🛎️ Responsive help: run out of supplies or need guidance? Message and it’s handled
* 🧺 Optional done-for-you laundry service (advance notice; 3+ night stays)
* 🪵 Backup firewood & emergency lanterns for power outages (Duraflame Gold only unless owner-approved)
* 🌲 Possible fresh-cut holiday tree (subject to season & availability)
* 🛎️ Special requests considered with advance notice (fees may apply)

📍 PRIME LOCATION FOR TAHOE TRUCKEE ADVENTURES

* 📍 Tahoe Donner — peaceful yet easy access from I-80
* 🥪 0.75 mi → Z Marketplace & Deli, The Lodge Restaurant & Bar
* 🏌️ 0.9 mi → Tahoe Donner Golf Course & Trout Creek Rec Center (gym, pools)
* ❄️ <1 mi → Tahoe Donner Snow Play Area (Sledding)
* 🎿 2.4 mi → Tahoe Donner Cross-Country Ski Center
* 🏂 2.6 mi → Tahoe Donner Ski Hill (perfect for learning!)
* ⛷️ 12–14 mi → Sugar Bowl, Palisades, Northstar (world class ski resorts)
* 🛒 4 mi → Safeway, SaveMart, Grocery Outlet, drug stores, banks, ACE Hardware, and more
* ⛽ 2 mi → Chevron or Shell gas stations
* 🛍️ 5 mi → Historic Downtown Truckee (restaurants, shopping, sightseeing, and more)
* 🌊 4.2 mi → Donner Lake (stunning views and water activities)
* 💙 18 mi → legendary Lake Tahoe
* ✈️ 10 mi → Truckee Airport • 42 mi → Reno–Tahoe International

🎟️ Access to Tahoe Donner Resort amenities (pools, gym, golf, tennis, trails) may be available with guest passes (advance notice & added fees)

💎 WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS CHALET

* 👤 Owner on premises = real service and care

* 🌲 Nearly half an acre of serenity and greenbelt privacy

* 🩵 Copper & blue interior design, curated and calming

* 👨‍👩‍👧 Perfect for families, couples, and small groups

* 🧽 Simplified, well-maintained amenities: everything you need, impeccably maintained, and responsive service if something breaks

❄️ WHY GUESTS LOVE THE ALL-INCLUSIVE PLAN

* The All-Inclusive experience handles almost everything for you.
* No unpleasant surprises like arriving to a cold cabin, dirty hot tub, or broken appliances.
* Arrive, settle in, and relax: The Chalet’s curated comforts are ready and waiting.
* Perfect for guests who value calm, care, and a new definition of mountain luxury.

💰 UNDERSTANDING TAXES, FEES, AND MOUNTAIN COSTS

We believe guests deserve full transparency about what they’re paying for. When you book The Chalet by Tahoe Truckee Vacation Rentals here, please note that nearly one-third of your total payment does not go to the host.

The booking platform collects two separate charges that we do not control or receive:

* A large service fee (typically around 15–16%) goes directly to the booking platform.

* Local transient occupancy tax (13.25%) goes to local authorities.

These mandatory fees and taxes are included in the total you see at checkout. The remainder — usually about two-thirds of the total — supports what truly defines your stay: meticulous maintenance, high-end amenities, and attentive on-site care that are rare in the Truckee-Tahoe region.

Please also note that operating costs in our high-altitude mountain area — for everything and everything, including cleaning, repairs, upgrades, snow removal, taxes, HOA fees, and labor — are significantly higher than in most vacation markets. Our rates reflect both those realities and our commitment to keeping The Chalet by Tahoe Truckee Vacation Rentals pristine, reliable, and truly special for every guest.

🌟 RULES AND RESPECT: Please Read Before Booking

This Chalet is a calm, quiet, curated retreat designed for guests who value respect, cleanliness, and consideration for others. We take pride in offering an exceptionally well-kept, peaceful environment, and we ask all guests to help us keep it that way.

Before booking, please read the House Rules carefully to ensure this home is the right fit for your stay.

We have zero tolerance for disruptive behavior, rule violations, damage, or disregard for the property or community standards. These policies aren’t just rules. They protect the comfort and experience of every guest who stays here, as well as our wonderful neighborhood.

If you appreciate calm, care, and courtesy, you’ll feel completely at home at The Chalet by Tahoe Truckee Vacation Rentals. 💙