The house is very well maintained, and you can tell it is truly loved and cared for by the owner. Unlike many vacation homes in the area, the outdoor space behind the house is beautifully landscaped rather than simply being left as a patch of forest. There is green grass, a stone path, flowers, a fountain, a hammock, and several cozy benches and chairs tucked among the trees. The hammock looks charming, although unfortunately it isn't really comfortable enough to lie in.The patio is also very inviting, with comfortable outdoor furniture and a gas fire pit for warmth, not to mention the hot tub. I would love to come back in spring when more flowers are blooming, and I can imagine this house being wonderful in fall and winter as well.There was, however, one significant downside. The hot tub automatically starts a cleaning cycle at around 11:27 a.m. and 11:27 p.m. The regular cycle lasts at least half an hour, which wouldn't be a big issue on its own. However, several times during our stay it ran continuously for four or five hours. The hot tub is right next to the master bedroom, and when the system is running it is quite loud and there is a noticeable chlorine smell, making it very difficult to sleep in that bedroom. These longer cleaning cycles happened regardless of whether we had used the hot tub the previous day.Overall, it is a lovely, unusually well-cared-for mountain home with an outdoor space that clearly sets it apart from many other vacation rentals in Truckee.