You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Alta House/Sierra Woods
Quiet Home in the Sierra Nevada Foothills. Enjoy your stay in this comfortable home, in the heavily wooded, small town of Alta, CA. Just a 5 minute drive, is a beautiful community pool in Dutch Flat. Fishing is great at near by lakes such as Fuller, Rollins and Spalding. Emerald Pools are a must visit, for hiking and swimming in the river. Ski resorts are just 30 min East on hwy 80. Tahoe is 60 minutes and Truckee is 35 minutes. Historic Colfax is also 15 minutes away on I80. Relax next to a cozy fire and read a book in this quiet home. We hope you will enjoy this peaceful mountain hideaway located on the edge of the Tahoe National Forrest.
********SNOW WARNING******** Seasonal unpredictable inclement weather would often require snow chains to get to this property. We are located above the snow line. MUD AND SNOW TIRES WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE OR 4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES ARE OFTEN REQUIRED BY CHP AND CALTRANS ON I80. BETWEEN THANKSGIVING AND MEMORIAL DAY UNPREDICTABLE AMOUNTS OF SNOW MAKE IT CHALLENGING TO GET TO THIS PROPERTY AND ALSO UP THE STEEP DRIVEWAY WITHOUT CHAINS. We will work with the proper equipment to remove snow on the driveway prior to and during your stay as necessary. Placer County works to clear the local roads during these conditions.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Sons of Norway Recreation Center. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the holiday home.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Just a 4-minute drive from Sons of Norway Recreation Center and 9 minutes from Tahoe National Forest
Property manager
John & Crystal
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
On a lake
Things to do
Snow sports gear
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 2859344
The Alta House/Sierra Woods Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Overall, excellent. We stayed 2 nights in winter. Roads were clear. A few other homes in sight but strong sense of privacy. Heating and cooking were good. Good tmobile data reception. Didnt try streaming. TV with DVD player and HDMI input. Driveway is between Bonnynook Rd intersection and american flag. Home is very clean and well equipped for your stay. Hosts are very accommodating and friendly. Top rating.
Milton F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrey P.
21 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent retreat, nice place to stay!
This house is awesome, has all the accomodations you could ask for. Close to snow play areas, we also had snow around the house. Sofa in the living room is super comfortable! Lots of parking and also there is a carport! My kids loved the house, especially looking for it at night!
Andrey P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Deepak M., Tracy, CA
12 Jan 2023
Nice place - Suggesting some amenities
Amazing place it is. Amazing people(humans) at heart & at action.
if you are looking for a digital detox, this is the place.
Strongly recommend.
We had a good time with familily. 4 Adults - 3 kids
Some suggestions.
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Picture of entrance view - will make it easy to identify once you enter the property.
Can have Wi-Fi/Internet - Not an option if anyone needs to connect to work as the Cell Phone reception at location doesn't help.
Can have an upgraded media player (not just a DVD player)
Beddings
- Beds can be Queen - not comfortable when you are 180 LBS - LOL.
- Additional mattresses & Pillows can help ad the couch is an amazing recliner and makes it uncomfortable to sleep.
Deepak M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jordan L.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
stayed in a rainstorm
Wasnt hard to find the address, inside was cute, cozy and clean, hosts were super nice and responsive.
Jordan L.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kari G.
31 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
We were mostly gone during the day, but found it to be very comfortable and clean. There was a pretty view of the forest from the front room.
Kari G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Ronald W.
28 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet house in Baxter
Quiet house 30 mins from Boreal. We stayed here and played in snow park next to Boreal.
Ronald W.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Steve M.
5 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect hideaway
I was here for a few days, enjoying the seclusion and beauty of the foothills. The house is very well appointed, super clean, and they have thought of just about everything. It was very nice to arrive and find a few essentials waiting for me such as coffee, snacks, and even fresh eggs in the fridge! Great hosts and a great property! Oh yeah, Johnny was incredibly responsive any time I had an issue whether big or small.
Steve M.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bansil V.
9 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Place was amazing. We really enjoyed our stay. Nice and calm place to stay.
We rented this property for a night for our two day trip to Lake Tahoe. It is little bit far from Lake Tahoe. But I would highly recommend this property for its locality, and cleanliness. It is little bit hard to find this property at night. Host was so supportive, she assisted us to find the property and check in process was very easy.
Bansil V.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Swati S.
20 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable stay, would love to come again.
Our hosts were very responsive about sharing check in and check out details. The house is nice and cozy with 2 small decks for peaceful morning coffee!
It was nice driving around watching the train run through the mountains!
Would love to see more information on nearby trails where we can go for a walk or other things to do.
Swati S.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nina B.
17 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, rustic cabin
We only stayed one short night but it was a
comfortable stay. The cabin was rustic and cozy, but also spacious and had everything we needed for our stop over. Communication with the host was very easy and he was super helpful with check in. The kitchen had everything we needed but if you are in need of spices, oil or a specific cooking item, check in with the host.
Nina B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Martina S.
5 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great adventure home-base
Ventured up to Tahoe for the holiday weekend and used this spot as a home-base for our daily trips to various crags near Truckee. Very cozy and a great place to come home to after a long day out. We had a hard time finding the place at night (the roads in that area are a little confusing) but our hosts John and Crystal were super helpful throughout the stay (and left us snacks!).