Nestled in Truckee, Sparrow is a beautiful cabin where vintage charm meets contemporary elegance. Unwind by the roaring stone wall fireplace, whip up a whiskey sour at your wet bar or prepare après-ski snacks in the first-class kitchen with earthy tones and high wood-beamed ceilings.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10557 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Sparrow by AvantStay | Modern Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table & Games!
Welcome to Sparrow, an AvantStay home!
Welcome to Sparrow, where contemporary elegance and vintage mountain charm come together in this beautiful home in Truckee. The interior is fitted with high wood-beamed ceilings and earthy tones throughout, creating a warm, tranquil environment. The generous open floor plan offers plenty of space for family and friends to gather. After a day of outdoor adventures, prepare après-ski snacks in the first-class kitchen, mix a whiskey sour at the wet bar, and relax by the roaring stone wall fireplace.
For even more fun, head to the game room, where guests of all ages can enjoy friendly competition with a foosball table, pool table, and air hockey. It's the perfect space to unwind, laugh, and make lasting memories.
Nearby Attractions: Northstar Ski Resort, Historic Downtown Truckee, Dark Horse Coffee, Squeeze In (Breakfast), Tompkins Memorial Trail (hiking), Balance Holistic Health Spa, The Good Wolf Brewery, Moody’s Bistro, Coyote Moon Golf Course, Truckee Bike Park, Truckee River Winery, Boreal Mountain Resort, Donner Lake Watersports and Marina, Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center, Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum.
All AvantStay guests have access to our 24/7 guest experience line, a dedicated hospitality manager, and hotel-grade amenities.
Home Truths: - Please note that all outdoor furniture and amenities, including grills, are seasonal and available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. - Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet. -Due to extreme wildfire risk, any type of outdoor wood-burning fireplaces, fire pits, or charcoal grills are strictly prohibited. Violations will result in fines starting at $5,000 per Lake Tahoe short term rental regulations. - Please note that this home does not have access to Tahoe Donner Amenities. - Please note that we do not provide firewood. - Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
Parking Details: - Number of car spaces: 8 (2 car garage and driveway) - No street parking allowed. - Violations result in fines of $1,000 and up, and revocation of the permit after three or more violations.
This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and a high chair available.
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The bedroom configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed Bedroom 2 / King bed Bedroom 3 / Queen bed Bedroom 4 / Queen bed w/ Two twins 1 Sleeper Sofa + 2 twin size tri-fold sleeping mats
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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
STR21-00327
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails 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)
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Property Registration Number STR21-00327
About the area
Located in Truckee, this cabin is in the mountains. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe 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. Travelling with kids? Consider KidZone Museum, or check out an event or a game at Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Truckee travel guide
Is Sparrow by AvantStay | Modern Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table & Games! pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Sparrow by AvantStay | Modern Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table & Games!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sparrow by AvantStay | Modern Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table & Games!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sparrow by AvantStay | Modern Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table & Games!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sparrow by AvantStay | Modern Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table & Games! located?
This family-friendly Truckee cabin is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Tahoe Donner Golf Course. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Area and Tahoe Donner Tennis Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Sparrow by AvantStay | Modern Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Pool Table & Games! Reviews
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Exceptional
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This place is HUGE!! Spent 3 nights here and lived every minute. Definitely enough room for 10 plus to not feel canin fever. Location is perfect. Close to many ski resorts and amenities. Management company is very responsive to any guest inquires. Would definitely stay here again!
Our family ran the Truckee Half Marathon/5k. The location was perfect for being close to downtown Truckee. The house was great for a large family dinner and fun at the pool table and fuse ball table. We enjoyed the hot tub as well. We will definitely make this an annual event and look forward to staying in the house again.
This home was absolutely beautiful. The kitchen was one of the most amazing ones we have ever cooked in, and the living spaces were roomy and more than comfortable. The beds were absolutely divine to sleep on and the master bath was a work of art. The only 2 negatives i would say that are the games downstairs did not work properly and there was no way to hook up the cable. These two things would not prevent me from staying at the property in the future in the slightest. Amazing vacation home!
Only complaints would be that the property needs some maintenance: The deck needs major repairs....loose railings, screws sticking out above the wood, most of the paint is worn off, one support beam below the deck is split. One bedroom queen bed has a missing or broken support slat, and is unusable on one side. Carpet has multiple major stains. Everything else on the property worked well for us.
The house itself is spacious and very comfortable, especially for a 3 generation family with 2 remote-working parents. However, there were two major issues with the house. First, it does NOT come with Tahoe Donner member-guest amenity passes which means that the clubhouse pool,, the rec center and its pool and hot tubs,, the tennis center, and the Donner Lake beach site are NOT available for use! Only the golf course (which costs $65 more per person without a member-guest card) and the bike rental/equestrian center are open to the public. Although the current listing does say there is no access to the Tahoe Donner amenities, that statement was not in the description when we rented the house (only that there was "no pool" but given that private pools are extremely are rare if not non-existent in Tahoe Donner, that statement was simply not one that translated into to no access to the private amenities. After our complaint, Avantstay did provides us with amenity cards and has now included a statement that this house does not have amenity cards, the lack of these cards is a serious drawback to the house. In addition, there is no cable TV, only a Slingbox which, while it has multiple streaming shows, lacks many of the main channels; the TV system is a technological hell that required two visits from the Avantstay people to make operational. Also, the protection TV in the family room was not operational. In addition, some of the uprights on the deck railing were easily knocked loose by one of our grandchildren leaning against two of them--about 30 feet above the ground. Avantstay was immediately responsive when we called to report the problem, but the problem should not have occurred in the first place. The above issues were significant in lessening our enjoyment of the property to the extent that we will not rent this house again.
My family of 10+ stayed for a wonderful long weekend at this great little treasure in Truckee. We felt the photos did not do the place justice. From the beautiful kitchen, to the family game room there is much to enjoy. We all slept very comfortably. The house was super clean and provided everything we needed. We had every age from 8 to 98. Everyone had an amazing time and we even could bring our fur babies. If there are any "downsides" to consider, if you have anyone who can't manage stairs, all sleeping is a flight of stairs up or down. Also the televisions are all wifi vs standard cable which was a learning curve for some in the house and the bandwidth appeared to not support multiple televisions going at a time. That said, there is plenty to do without T.V. going. We highly recommend this house for families.
This place is amazing and definitely lived up to the beautiful photos. Was able to accommodate 15 adult men, with just 2 of us sleeping on a couch and an air mattress. The kitchen is the real deal and the hot tub/deck is a great place to spend an evening after a day on the lake.
Incredible House in Central Location Close to Slopes!
We had a fantastic stay at the house. It had everything we needed and incredible amenities! House is large, clean, and well stocked. Highly recommend :)