[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Grand Vista Lodge by Tahoe Getaways - 5 BR Tahoe Donner w Pool Table, Hot Tub & HOA! Vacation home in Truckee with a fitness center and a hot tub ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44010000/44008100/44008053/9a2c48ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV, fireplace, foosball, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44010000/44008100/44008053/c37f66d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44010000/44008100/44008053/b5ccb241.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV, fireplace, foosball, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44010000/44008100/44008053/73b7f2e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44010000/44008100/44008053/cf2eafb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Immerse yourself in the splendor of Tahoe Donner at Grand Vista lodge, where expansive views of the Carson Range await. This 4,800-square-foot retreat features a real wood fireplace, a spacious back deck with hot tub access and five bedrooms accommodating up to thirteen guests. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 124739 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Gym - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grand Vista Lodge by Tahoe Getaways - 5 BR Tahoe Donner w Pool Table, Hot Tub & HOA! Designed for entertaining and providing one of the most expansive views of the Carson Range in Tahoe Donner, the Grand Vista lodge is the perfect retreat for a family gathering or a fun-filled holiday with friends. Spanning nearly 4,800 square feet, the Grand Vista lodge represents an eclectic mountain style that makes it sit stand out from the crowd. Upon entry, your guests will be appreciate it's scale with massive vaulted ceilings and large picture windows framing the views beyond. You can't help but feel inclined to venture out to the spacious back deck to take in that view and maybe catch a glimpse of wild deer passing through the back yard. If it's too chilly outside, return indoors to the warm glow of the real wood fireplace to enjoy a good book and a warm drink. Thick wooden beams and a stone fireplace fill the living room with natural texture, while leather sofas are soft and inviting. Not only does the fully equipped kitchen have a breakfast bar and high end stainless steel appliances, it features a double oven and six-burner gas cook top to make light work of meals. The farmhouse-inspired dining table will be the ideal locale for those memorable home-cooked deals. The five bedrooms at this luxury vacation rental can accommodate up to thirteen guests. On the main floor a plush Primary suite offers panoramic mountain views as well as its own fireplace and luxurious Primary bath. Above the main living area, an extra sleeping loft includes two twin beds while the majority of the sleeping quarters are located, downstairs on the ground floor. As you enter the lower level, it's clear that the common areas are set up for evening entertainment. The pool table room enjoys the grand vistas and gas fireplace while the family room offers a comfy place for moving watching with a surround system and convenient beverage fridge. Four guest rooms on this floor include two Primary suites with private ensuite bathrooms as well as direct access to the back deck and hot tub. The last two bedrooms share a full bath between them. GOLD LEVEL PROPERTY • 4739 Square Feet • Covered Hot Tub on Lower Deck • Wood Fireplace in Great Room • Gas Fireplace in Primary Bedroom and Pool Table Room ​​​​​​​• Gas BBQ (seasonal) • Family Room Downstairs with Flat-screen TV and Stereo Surround Sound • Access to Tahoe Donner amenities (See Details Below) • No Pets ABOUT THE AREA Tahoe Donner warmly embraces all who venture within its bounds, proudly standing as one of America's largest homeowner's associations. Spanning nearly 6,500 properties and boasting 25,000 members, this breathtaking haven encompasses over 7,000 acres in the breathtaking Sierra Nevada mountains. Immerse yourself in the splendor of Tahoe Donner, where pristine natural beauty reigns supreme, with its striking pine trees, glistening lakes, and majestic peaks, offering a year-round playground for outdoor enthusiasts. In the winter, Tahoe Donner transforms into a magical wonderland, enchanting visitors with an onsite family-friendly ski resort, a developed cross-country skiing area, and a snow play area where young adventurers can happily slide down the hillside. In the summer, take advantage of the championship golf course and clubhouse, or bring the family to one of the private swimming pool complexes. Don't miss the chance to visit the private beach club nestled along the shores of Donner Lake, where you can escape the crowds and engage in paddleboarding, kayaking, or simply luxuriate on provided beach chaise lounges. For delectable dining experiences, look no further than The Lodge Restaurant & Pub, a renowned neighborhood bistro that has garnered numerous accolades. Offering breathtaking views and an abundance of outdoor seating, this establishment is an ideal gathering spot for family and friends. For last-minute grocery essentials, Z Marketplace has a curated selection of wine and spirits, a delectable deli selection, and a daily BBQ. Additional dining options include: Pizza on the Hill, Alder Creek Cafe & Bar, Marco Polo Grill, and Ski Grill + Bar. For regular visitors, aka weekend warriors, Tahoe Donner provides a distinct advantage over other North Shore Tahoe locations, significantly reducing the travel time from the Bay Area by approximately 45 minutes. While others find themselves in traffic, you can settle in and savor your first cocktail in the comfort of this idyllic retreat. Tahoe Donner lies within a few minutes of Historic Downtown Truckee, 12 miles from Northstar California, and 16 miles from the renowned Palisades Tahoe ski resort. Included with your rental are six (6) guest cards providing access to the amenities available in Tahoe Donner. Each guest card allows access for one (1) guest over the age of 3. Daily/non-transferable fee for rental guest per person per day. Children under 3 are free. TAHOE DONNER AMENITIES INCLUDE: • Rec center with work-out facility • Swimming Pools and hot tub • Private Beach access • Fitness classes • Downhill ski area (great for kids!) • Cross country ski area • Equestrian center • Tennis center • 18-hole golf and driving range • Hiking, and so much more! POLICIES & DISCLOSURES: 1\. 1. Maximum daytime and nighttime occupancy is 8 adults and 4 additional children (under 12 years). 2\. Parking for 5 vehicles. Street parking is prohibited year-round. 3\. This home is located in an area with the potential for a very high snow load. 4WD/AWD with snow tires or chains are required during the winter months. 4\. The use of ANY outdoor firepit or outdoor fireplaces is strictly prohibited at all our rental properties. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping to keep our community safe from wildfires. Town of Truckee Certificate 021572 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available - Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces) - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 private bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Evening entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Yard ### 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 the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Gym - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing 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 - Winery tours 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 ### General - Unit size: 4,739 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19920000/19911700/19911661/5cb6769a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The LOG HOUSE in Truckee, CA - 5,250 sq.ft. of Awesome! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 021572 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property NEW Listing Grand Vista Luxury Tahoe Donner 5 BR With Hot Tub Grand Vista Luxury Tahoe Donner 5 BR With Stunning Views Hot Tub 420502 ## About the area Located in Truckee, this vacation home is in the mountains. 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. KidZone Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Truckee travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Truckee.dx10064) [View more Vacation homes in Truckee](https://www.expedia.ca/Truckee-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10064-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C39.34711%2C-120.26051&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FsL3qTi84K5EY-eAdYl1h-2vX3M=) Truckee, CA ### What's nearby - Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Coyote Moon Golf Course - 8 min drive - 5.4 km - Donner Lake - 12 min drive - 10.3 km - Donner Memorial State Park - 14 min drive - 10.0 km - Northstar California Resort - 26 min drive - 21.7 km ### Getting around - Truckee Station - 16 min drive - Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬11 min drive - ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬13 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grand Vista Lodge by Tahoe Getaways - 5 BR Tahoe Donner w Pool Table, Hot Tub & HOA! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Grand Vista Lodge by Tahoe Getaways - 5 BR Tahoe Donner w Pool Table, Hot Tub & HOA!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Grand Vista Lodge by Tahoe Getaways - 5 BR Tahoe Donner w Pool Table, Hot Tub & HOA!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Grand Vista Lodge by Tahoe Getaways - 5 BR Tahoe Donner w Pool Table, Hot Tub & HOA! located? > Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area and Tahoe National Forest. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grand Vista Lodge by Tahoe Getaways - 5 BR Tahoe Donner w Pool Table, Hot Tub & HOA! Reviews 9.4 ### 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 19 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve B. Jul 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Donner rental Breathtaking views from the top of Donner Mountains overlooking the forest. This lodge was great for multiple families under one roof. The bedrooms were spacious, the amenities were great, and the deck/view is a can’t miss. Would highly recommended this rental property. ##### Steve B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### suzanne b. Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Grand Vista is aptly named! Beautiful view. Plenty of room for everybody to be comfortable. Backyard snowplay was a big hit. Would definitely return. Thank you! ##### suzanne b. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lena S. Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome No complaints whatsoever ##### Lena S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet K. Dec 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular View Loved this house. So much room for a big family get together. The view was "breathtaking", which made watching the sun come up in the morning extremely calming. ##### Janet K. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anish M. May 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great location and views Good place. maintained well. ##### Anish M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. Feb 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a ski trip in north Tahoe Went here for a ski trip with friends and had an amazing time. The view is even more spectacular in person and the pool table was a great place to hang out after hitting the slopes! ##### John M. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa D. Sep 9, 2022 #### Grand Vista Lodge This beautiful home was our Thanksgiving getaway. Great layout, plenty of space for all. Great location and views. Would love to return when it's snowing! ##### Theresa D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bennett M. Aug 24, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the property The property and location was fantastic. Perfect for 4 couples/8 adults—the 4 large bedrooms, large kitchen and main and lower level family room areas . Loved the home. ##### Bennett M. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle T. Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing home with an amazing view We had an amazing stay! This home accommodated our group of 11 people perfectly. Plenty of bedrooms for everyone. The home was sparkling clean upon arrival. Can't beat the view from the upper deck. Definitely would like to come back in the future. ##### Kyle T. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. Jan 27, 2023 #### Insane View One of the best vacation house I visited. It has everything you need: heated floors, a lot of restroom, a lot of space, BBQ grill, hot tub outside, two hot tubs inside, pool table, fusbol table, internet, TVS. Without the view this place is a 5 star place already. Unfortunately I can't give more than 5 stars. I definitely recommend this place. ##### David S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Dawn L. Sep 9, 2022 #### just missing the mark Beautiful home with beautiful views but disappointingly not vacationer friendly at this price point to purposefully enjoy. The dining chairs were underwhelming and limited for an expansive home (2) of which we were afraid to use due to delicacy. The kitchen provisions to cook were minimal and low quality and how do you have 12 guests and only 11 knives to work with in total... equating to constantly wash tableware. The great room is beautiful but not furnished for a large gathering to be together (12 quests vs. 6 seating) These limitations in turn limited our enjoyment. With just a few minor upgrades, this rental could go from ok to fabulous and leave a guest filling they truly received value for the dreams they had spent $ for and had hoped to create. ##### Dawn L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Anthony D. Feb 2, 2023 #### 3 \-1 star for false advertisement -1 star for a leak The welcome book says we have access to amenities for $15 per person which was not true. “Included with your rental are two guest cards providing access to the amenities available in Tahoe Donner. Each guest card allows access for up to four guests over the age of 6. While this can change, guest access fees are currently $15 per person per day.” Included in this list of amenities are donner downhill ski resort so we planned our Sunday to get ready for a ski day. We're all geared up and when we get there they tell us the lift ticket is $86 per person even with the guest card. If we had known it was $86 we wouldn't have wasted our Sunday getting ready. We would have planned for something else. We turned around and went back to the house to play in the yard. Secondly there was a water leak coming from the ceiling in the downstairs tv room. ##### Anthony D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika D., Berkeley, CA Jan 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall a positive experience with some caveats The good: 1. The view! It is a spectacular setting. 2. This place is huge with generous common areas and easily accommodates multiple families. 3. The hot tub, pool table, and foosball were loved by all guests 4. The hill right outside our backdoor was perfect for sledding The less good 1. It seems like one day isn't enough time to turn a house this big around between guests--when we came there were linens in the dryer and a huge load of dishes in the dishwasher. It took us a day to figure out why there weren't enough towels or dishes. 2. This may seem minor, but we came in the evening ready to cook dinner and there wasn't any salt. This meant we had to spend 40 minutes (20 minutes there and back) in the snow driving to Truckee to buy salt. We left some for the next guests, but this seems an important item to provide for the price point of this place. Most guests would expect salt, sugar, maybe cooking oil? None of that was there, so come prepared for anything. 3. Although the kitchen had almost everything we needed, the organization was chaotic and it took us a while to get it all sorted out. Items are old and need updating (e.g., broken tea kettle) 4. This place feels like a rental without the special touches owners who visit frequently would consider or provide. 5. We were snowed in and snowed out (e.g., we couldn't get back home after skiing) because the street is the last to be snowplowed and then the snow in the driveway was too high to get out on New Year's Eve even after multiple guests shoveling on and off all day. All this is not the fault of the rental company, it's just something to know if you stay here--the location is a double edged sword in that it is spectacular, but can be hard to reach if there's a storm. I wish we'd paid more attention to the weather so we'd realized we wouldn't be able to get in or out for most of a day. That being said, we were there for a huge storm, so our circumstances were likely unusual! And again, I don't think I would have any of these complaints if the place weren't so expensive. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and we would recommend it. ##### Erika D. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David M. Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### David M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan O. Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual Snowboard trip The property and the view were incredible. The property management company were helpful and responsive. Great stay, definitely would come back! ##### Bryan O. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray M. Nov 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Went Smooth We had a great experience with the cabin. Great view, beautiful interior, and just very comfortable and relaxing. We loved it. ##### Ray M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy T. Sep 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious and great view We stayed there for 4 days. It had everything that we needed for our little getaway with our friends and family. Each of the couples had our own room with a nice full bathroom. The only complaint we have is the kitchen utensils which were quite disorganized and we couldn’t find one pair of scissors. 😊 ##### Cathy T. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Tom B., Reno/Tahoe NV Sep 9, 2022 #### 4 Star This was our second stay at this lovely home. Stayed here in 2019 too. Intend to stay here again. We have stayed in a number of premium vacation rentals across the western US, so when we spend 15K+ a week, we expect a premium home experience. Like the previous reviewer stated, it's the little things that matter. This home could use updating a bit. Not big cost items to remedy: - winter stays, more rugs for entry/exit (we used towels we brought) - closet hangers, they're cheap at Walmart (home had very little to none) - update kitchenware and cutlery (it's a beautiful luxury kitchen, why not have nice cookware, utensils, good cutlery, larger cook pots, etc..) - yr over yr, the kitchen table/chairs are wearing out .. - we added spices, cooking oil, TP and paper towels (premium home had none) - a couple more beach towels for jacuzzi - no fireplace grate Understand the prior storm impacted the ability for housekeeping to turn the home for our stay, but home was barely cleaned. Dryer also went out early in our stay so had to dry clothes in front of the fireplaces. I could list a number of positives about this awesome mountain home, just think the items above could be easily rectified if luxury home is the target. Particularly, for the premium rent required. If you have stayed in luxury rentals 15-20K+/week, than you can appreciate the little utility and comfort things upon an arrival. ##### Tom B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Tao J. Sep 9, 2022 #### Good stay at Grand Vista Lodge We had a good stay (3 families, 8 adults + a few children) at Grand Vista Lodge in Truckee. We made our way into the lodge right before winter storm started, and stayed for the whole week, so it gave us a unique experience among my 5 vacation rentals in the area. Good: the house is BIG and perfectly designed for our 3 families. One bedroom on the kitchen/living room level and 4 bedroom on the lower level and one kids room with 2 beds on the upper/attic level. We enjoyed all the bedrooms with our children around and two activity rooms, one with pool table and the other with foosball. The location of the house is gorgeous (up on a hill), giving us the great view of the snowy mountain, the plain, and the Donner lake. Kitchen is well equipped with appliances and utensils, so we don't have to bring any cookware. Driveway is easy to access the main road (no slope which could be a big issue during snow season). Things needed to improve: there is no refills for kitchen towel, bathroom garbage liners, no dish washer pod, which are little things for such a big house, but essential to deliver an amazing vacation experience and I wish they could be provided in the closet right in the kitchen. After a power outage on the 2nd day, the force air heating was not functioning for that night, that we only noticed the next day, and fixed it by switch the jumper in the electrical panel (was always giving cool air instead of hot air). Overall, it was a good stay and I wish those small things can be noticed and fixed. ##### Tao J. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sviatlana Y. Mar 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Huge house with amazing view! We loved our stay. Plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed hot tub, steam room and pool a lot. There is a lot of sun, especially in the morning. Please hang some blinds on the glass doors in the master bedroom! ##### Sviatlana Y. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pauline R. Mar 7, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Nice position Highly priced for amenities and cleanliness. Stripped of decor and rugs, kitchen pans were dirty as were dishes in dishwasher when we arrived. Small spoons had been down garbage disposal and injurious for use, smoke alarm going with no replacement batteries, jacuzzi water too hot and murky. We had to clean a foot of snow off the deck before our 10.00 am departure or face $150 fine every half hour thereafter. We had to tighten all wobbly dining chairs before daring to sit on them. No instructions for underfloor stone bathroom heating. For the exorbitant price and VRBO extra charge this was very disappointing. ##### Pauline R. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henry S. Feb 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and an overall amazing house! The view is amazing and the house feels new. The property management communicates really well. ##### Henry S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary S. Jul 29, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truckee Donner Lake Tahoe Great location for Lake Tahoe area activities. Home was perfect size for 6 adults and 5 kids (9 to 16). Great view from decks. Truckee Donner association activities were also great. ##### Gary S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sueann R. Jul 9, 2021 #### Grand Vista Lodge The place was great for our family needs. There were lots of bedrooms and bathrooms for all of us. There should be ceiling fans in the bedrooms as there is no air conditioning. The weather got warm and the house was very warm during the day. There should also be screens on all the windows that open so cool nights would be better for sleeping. The last item should be better blinds on windows so that early morning sun wouldn't wake you up at 5:30 every day. Sun rises were beautiful but not every morning. ##### Sueann R. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Chris B. Aug 20, 2020 #### Grand Vista Lodge Couple of helpful information to add. Be sure the cable plug located behind the nightstand in the downstairs bedroom by the hot tub is plugged in. The Wi-Fi was not operating until this was discovered. Possibly the cleaning service unplugged to vacuum since it was not working upon check-in. The trash was almost full since we arrived on Friday and the other guests checked out on Thursday. Trash pickup in the neighborhood is on Tuesday. We had to take some trash to a drop off on Monday. The refrigerator might need a service checkup. It could be running cooler. It is a wonderful home with a great layout and beautiful views. It was a wonderful few days to celebrate my 60th birthday. Chris Balestreri ##### Chris B. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hôtel L'Empress](https://www.expedia.ca/Rimouski-Hotels-Hotel-LEmpress.h8296773.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Curaçao](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Curacao-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6143269-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Montego-Bay-Hotels-Royalton-Blue-Waters-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h15437215.Hotel-Information) > > [Coral Sands Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Worthing-Hotels-Coral-Sands-Beach-Resort.h4024474.Hotel-Information) > > [Goldwynn Resort & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/Nassau-Hotels-Goldwynn-Resort-Residences.h79652137.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Bolivia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bolivia-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d21-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels near Burnaby Hospital](https://www.expedia.ca/Burnaby-Hospital-Hotels.0-l6192403-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Jasper](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels.d10578.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/del/toronto-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yyz/calgary-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Marseille (MRS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mrs/toronto-to-marseille) > > [Air Italy](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Italy-Flights.cIG.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyz/vancouver-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Mumbai (BOM) to Rajkot (RAJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bom/raj/mumbai-to-rajkot) > > [Flights from Sidney (YYJ) to Comox (YQQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyj/yqq/victoria-to-comox) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/yyc/regina-to-calgary) > > [Flights from London (YXU) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxu/las/london-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Bellingham (BLI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/las/bli/las-vegas-to-bellingham) > > [Flights from Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178314/flights-from-toronto) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Kelowna (YLW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/ylw/calgary-to-kelowna) ### Cruise > [Carnival Cruises](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnival-Cruise-Lines.cCV.Cruise-Line-Info) > > [Royal Caribbean Cruises](https://www.expedia.ca/Royal-Caribbean-International.cRC.Cruise-Line-Info) ### Packages > [Hawaii](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/213/Hawaii) > > [Alderwood Mall](https://www.expedia.ca/Alderwood-Mall-Seattle.d6093839.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Dominican Republic Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Dominican-Republic.d50.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Hawaii Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawaii.d213.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Vacation Rentals > [Rossland Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Rossland-Vacation-Rentals.d56979.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Holland Park](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Holland-Park.dx6144892)