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Gorgeous lakefront escape with fireplace, close to skiing

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Overview of Gorgeous lakefront escape with fireplace, close to skiing

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10244 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Truckee, CA
  • Popular LocationDonner Lake2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSugar Bowl Resort19 min drive
  • Popular LocationTahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area21 min drive
  • AirportReno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Other

+2
6 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Gorgeous lakefront escape with fireplace, close to skiing

Donner Lake House

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Permit #: 001676
Maximum occupancy: 10
Parking spaces: 6

This gorgeous and spacious four-bedroom Donner Lake vacation rental has an amazing location right across the street from the Donner Lake West End Beach State Park. Highlights include a cozy gas fireplace, WiFi, a rustically elegant aesthetic, and gorgeous lake views. Perfect for family getaways with a crowd - here, you'll have a comfortable home base for everyone to explore this beautiful section of Truckee and North Lake Tahoe!

West End Beach is a 10-acre day-use beach area on lovely Donner Lake with shaded picnic areas and barbecue sites. There is a daily, nominal admission fee for use of the West End Beach area. Amenities at the park include tennis courts, volleyball courts, kayak and paddleboat rentals, swimming and fishing areas, and boat parking. And if you want to hit Lake Tahoe, it's only a 30-minute drive to Lake Tahoe's North Shore. In winter, Northstar, Sugar Bowl, and Boreal Mountain ski resorts are all within 15 miles of this Truckee Donner Lake House!

This lovely lakeside getaway features a reverse floor plan with the main living area upstairs and all but one of the bedrooms on the lower level. The aesthetic here is comfortably rustic with arched walkways, timber post accents, and wood-beamed ceilings. The outdoor deck has plenty of furniture to enjoy a cool summer breeze or prepare some salmon steaks out on the gas grill. In the evenings, you can sit around the gas fireplace on the cushy couches as you make plans for the next day. There is a TV with cable, a DVD player, and a VCR. The open dining area shares this space and with two tables (and a counter bar), so you can seat many guests for meals and snacks.

When you do want to cook breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the full kitchen is loaded with all the major appliances (including a dishwasher) that you could possibly need. There is a lot of tiled counter space for cooking projects and a breakfast bar is an ideal spot for kitchen helpers to grate cheese or chop vegetables. And in the mornings, you'll even have two coffee makers so you can get everyone fueled up and ready to go.

With four bedrooms, you'll have room for up to 10 guests to stay at this great Donner Lake vacation rental. You'll find one king bed, three queen beds, and six twin beds, as well as a futon in the living room. All of the bedrooms have comfortable bedding, accessories like bedside tables and reading lamps, and plush carpeting. This Donner Lake House also has three full bathrooms, a laundry room with a washer and dryer, and a stereo.

In the summer, you won't find a more popular location in all of Truckee, than this West End Beach location. The Fourth of July is the height of the summer with an all-day celebration including live music, contests, and of course, fireworks at night (must purchase tickets in advance through Truckee Donner Parks & Recreation). The state park also has great swimming and boating out on Donner Lake (a small daily fee is required). This convenient location is also right near Donner Memorial State Park, hiking and biking trails, and golf courses - both Tahoe Donner Golf Course and Coyote Moon Golf Course are right nearby.

Skiers will find that this Truckee vacation rental is also a great home base for when you want to get out on the popular North Lake Tahoe slopes. Sugar Bowl and Boreal Mountain are both a 15-minute drive away and Northstar California Resort is just 22 minutes southeast.

There is really no bad time to visit this Donner Lake vacation rental! Year-round, Donner Lake offers an abundance of outdoor activities - swimming, hiking, skiing, even snowshoeing. Plan a family getaway to Truckee with a stay at this great Donner Lake House and create some wonderful vacation memories.

SHARED AMENITIES
-Tennis court
-Basketball court

THINGS TO KNOW
A 30-day minimum stay is required.
Streaming services are available, but guests must log in using their accounts.
This vacation rental is not equipped with air-conditioning.
RCN # 469 A damage waiver, covering up to $2,000 of accidental damage to the property or its contents, is included in the cost of your reservation.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.

Security camera details: at entry, and one camera on deck facing outward



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: 001676

City/town tax number: 001676

Property manager

Vacasa of California
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Truckee

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Donner Lake Woods, a neighbourhood in Truckee. 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 Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including cross-country skiing and snowboarding.
Map
Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 2 min walk
  • West End Beach - 5 min walk
  • Boreal Mountain Resort - 8 min drive
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 19 min drive
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 10 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 7 min drive
  • Wild Cherries Coffee House - 9 min drive
  • Tacos Jalisco - 9 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous lakefront escape with fireplace, close to skiing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous lakefront escape with fireplace, close to skiing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous lakefront escape with fireplace, close to skiing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous lakefront escape with fireplace, close to skiing located?

Located in Donner Lake Woods, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Donner Lake and West End Beach. Donner Memorial State Park and Donner Pass Summit Tunnels are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun @ Donner Lake
Large open living/kitchen/dining area was great! Lots of seating. Well stocked kitchen (But needs more than 2 kitchen towels and 4 dishwasher soap pods) Plenty of bathroom towels. Great location! Short walk to the lake/beach/playground etc. and close to good hiking. Enjoyed the photo albums telling the story of the home. WIfi was so-so. Overall it is a great home and large enough to accommodate our whole family. Will definitely come back again. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

Christine B.

Lots of space
The deck was fabulous, spent a lot of time out there. The kitchen was huge. Plenty of room for everything and everyone. The bedrooms need a little updating. Not all the windows worked. Plenty of bath towels. Very few washcloths or hand towel in bath or kitchen. Overall we had a great time
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10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Family snow vacation.
The house was really clean and if great shape. The openness of the upstairs makes it really nice and comfortable and easy for your family to hang out and not miss anything even while you're cooking in the kitchen or eating in the dining area. The way the bedrooms are set up accommodated my family really well. It's really close to town, the lake and ski resorts so it's perfect for all occasions. I would definitely rent this house again and recommend it to friends and family.

8/10 Good

Kjersti H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Winter weather
Wish Vacasa had been more accommodating. Due to severe weather we tried to alter our dates that we were staying. And they have a 7 day lock period. When you cannot alter dates or get refunded. So we had to pay for 2 nights and only stay one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
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8/10 Good

Veronica K.

Ideal for huge groups
I didn’t select this house off the bat. Our first choice was smaller (slept 8) but more current/updated and across from the lake. Something weird happened and Vacasa contacted me right before our trip saying our reservation was cancelled because the property owner decided to sell the house and would not honor any reservations even though they claim they (Vacasa) tried. What is weird is that was a few weeks ago but I still see that house being offered on Vacasa with dates reserved for rentals. Not sure why “we” were booted off our reservation...?Vacasa offered two alternate houses and this was one of them. The house has a majestic, vast and impressive living area all on the second level. Three huge log pillars between the dining and kitchen support the vaulted wood ceilings; a lot of big windows showcase the trees surrounding the property; a moderately sized wood balcony wraps around the outside of this second level. Furnishings and aesthetics are a little dated but not offensive or major. It is a HUGE living, dining, lounging, open entertainment area. 1 master bdrm and bathroom upstairs while 5 other bdrms and a full double bathroom are downstairs. There is no ‘backyard’- there is a frontyard grassy area. The fridge had a broken plastic guard rail thing on the bottom- it wouldn’t stay on at all so while that had no effect on our stay, it just gives the impression that the house isn’t as maintained as it should be. The window treatments were all either missing the plastic rod which enables you to control the amount of light so bdrms remained dark - or the cable drawstrings were non existent or stuck and not working. The master bdrm bathroom door lock was completely busted so there was absolutely no hardware in the door piece that connects to the groove in the frame- so yup, if you’re on the jon, the door is ajar so I shoved a bunch of towels on the ground to keep it closed hoping no one would accidentally push it open. Downstairs offers such ample sleeping quarters- u could and should rent this place if you have at least 10 people. Otherwise, downstairs is a little creepy because it is a very cold, long narrow hall set up almost like a dorm. The tv- we only used once to watch one thing. The last night, I wanted to chill out and watch a movie w the kids and the entire system was down- nothing we did w the router, connections would give back the signal. We called in and Vacasa repeatedly stated it was so late in the evening and she wasn’t sure if she could send anyone. It was 7:03 pm and that is a time when families might want to nestle in and watch a show together. The good thing is she did try and place a work order for it. Then a lady called me attempting to run down the list of stuff we already tried and said she was all the way in Tahoe City.... so clearly, she wasn’t thrilled about coming to help us so I let her off the hook because I am not a rude or selfish person. She said she would give me a small refund of some sort. I am not sure how she will plan on giving me that. The house is nice overall and the big selling point is its size and lofty, impressive space for huge parties. It is across from a lake park which is very nice but you have to pay to enter during vacay season. It was open and free for us as it is Oct. but there were no more rentals as they’re off season. Just minor stuff should be fixed and overall, a good place for a lot of people to relax and spend time.

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