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Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Balcony
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Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Donner Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Sugar Bowl Resort
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the area

Truckee

In Truckee .Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Tahoe National Forest and Donner Memorial State Park. Also, Donner Lake is within half a mile (1 km) and West End Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Donner Memorial State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Donner Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 22 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Sugar Bowl - 23 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 26 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 15 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Donner Lake Home

Family orientated home perfect for making lasting memories. On the quiet side of the lake nestled in its own private lot. 5 bedrooms with 2-kings, 2-queens and 3 twins. Additional sleeping bag slumbering available in the upstairs loft. Pool/Ping Pong Table, 3-TV's and apple tv. Indoor wood burning fireplace that is enjoyed from both the living and dining areas and an outdoor gas fire pit perfect for roasting marshmallows.

Property manager

Curtis Rowe

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets must be well behaved

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Beautiful Donner Lake Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dorene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
This is the second time we have stayed at this home. While the photos on VRBO website are a bit dark, the home is not. There are beautiful views from every window as well as a wide deck to step out onto to enjoy the morning freshness. The kitchen is well stocked. The hosts/owners are very responsive. We hope to go back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

william m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snow Trip w/ The FamBam 2025
Overall an Awesome stay, a few minor things relating to cleanliness (stuff/trash under beds in room with twin beds - my dog found it🤪); trouble upon arrival getting in (expeditiously remedied by host); discovered 3 unlocked windows, 2 of which could Not lock (mentioned to host & he said he would look into it to remedy issue)….overall we had an Excellent Stay & hope to book this property again. Curtis was a great host that addressed our entry issue right away & was attentive to any messages I sent. I would advise other winter renters to be sure to have your hubs locked in to 4wheel Low to get up the snowy/icy hill, but if you are used to driving in winter weather you’ll be good!!! The Fireplace is Gorgeous & kept the area downstairs nice and warm while we played cards & built puzzles Thank You Curtis for “Hosting” our family - oh yea and the extra pillow in the 2nd upstairs king bed bedroom is Bill’s he accidentally left it…Sorry (& we can come and get it on a clear roads day)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location perfect for families
Great spot for multiple families and friends. Really enjoyed the Christmas holiday! Kids LOVED the sledding and playhouse.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, comfortable home
We were a multigenerational family group ranging in age from 5-77, and the house was ideal for us. Great location close to Donner Lake, which has the best beach and playgrounds! We drove around the area and visited Lake Tahoe (25-30 min drive), Donner Pass (15 min, spectacular), local state park, Truckee etc. Everything was easy and uncrowded and stunning. The house is clean, well equipped and we were very comfortable and enjoyed the fabulous views and environment. Curtis was an excellent host too. We would love to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Richard O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend reunion
Very large house accommodated 6 easily with separate bedrooms and baths. Seniors should know that long stairways are a challenge. Great amenities and well equipped but needs a little TLC. On a hillside above lake in beautiful setting..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim W., PENNGROVE

Liked: Cleanliness
great Donner lake home for the family
We had eight adults and three little ones, and the house worked great-spacious and room for everyone. Big table where we all could eat together and a great fire pit for s'mores each night. Would highly recommend and would go back to.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Debbi T., Fort Collins, CO

Nice Getaway
We love the area and the location was what we were looking for, which is not always easy to find. The guests and especially kids enjoyed the property. A couple items in the home need some attention, as well as a deep clean. But the house served its purpose.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dave, san francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family get away, room for everyone
Our stay at this massive cabin was really enjoyable. Lots of space for everyone to have a comfy room/bed and the ping pong table was excellent. Staying in Truckee/Donner in the summer is all about the lake and access only takes about 5 minutes down the road to the state park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Quiet House Lovely Location
Our big family of 3 generations had a great 8 days at this lovely home. Very roomy and nicely laid out. Upstairs 2 bedrooms and bath had extra hall door to make them more quiet. Master bath and bedroom very large and quiet. Kitchen well stocked and appointed. Kids loved the playhouse and the sand pit where they built fairy villages. The gas fire pit on patio was lovely spot for us all to sit and visit in evening. Dining room table so big we all had a seat. For many years we stayed near Tahoe City but now we are Donner fans. Except for weekend it was not crowded. We had one truck with all the supplies pay $10 to enter Donner State Park and the rest of us parked for free at end of South Shore and walked 5 minutes into China Cove, nice beach. Also house is close enough for visiting Tahoe where we went to Meeks Bay, only a little over half hour drive. Some went to Alpine Meadows for horseback riding and others enjoyed golf at Northstar and Ponderosa. We also enjoyed the free sandless public piers on north side of Donner. And tunnel hike at Donner summit was fabulous!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
It was a wonderful house that accommodated my family perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S., Sacramento, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip to the Snow!
A very nice house with lots of space for our whole family. Kitchen is stocked with a lot of large pots and pans, plenty of cups, plates & utensils and a very large dining table. The adults and kids had a lot of fun at the house - ping pong, darts, games and lots of snow for sledding. It was so convenient for the kids to walk out the door and go sledding! It is very close to Donner Lake and we tried some fishing but had no luck. It's also close to Boreal and we made use of the $25 lift ticket day! We'd love to come back when the snow melts and use the fire pit and hopefully have better luck fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful House!
This house was beautiful! It was clean and very comfortable for our long weekend of skiing and sledding. Everything we needed was on hand. The owners appear to love their house and share it generously.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snow play getaway
This place is set up great for a large group. Our kids had a great time sledding, snow ball fights etc. Overall just a fun experience, weve stayed here a number of times over the years and will continue to come back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steffen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truckee Cabin
The house and location was better than expectations. We had a family union with 4 families and we all loved it. Wish we could have been there for a few more days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gil & Rachel N., Marin County, just north of San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly space
Everyone, ages 10 to 72 yrs old, had comfortable spaces to have time to themselves and gather together. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend house
We had a great trip to Donner lake. This house is so much bigger and nicer than the pictures make seem. Beautiful property and location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

Curtis Home
Donner lake was a midpoint for family members coming from California, Paris, and Utah. We had another house rented for the younger portions of our family, which was just down Judah. We could visit each other, play, hot tub, and chat. We found everything we needed. We even saw a bear above the house scratching around. Perfect place, love the fireplace, pool table, and three places to gather and catch up. Thank you so much for your help getting in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thaddeus J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot/ Great location
Overall this place is great! Very close to Donner Lake.. the firepit was great. The pool table and ping pong was what everyone needed. Very roomy.. we had 3 families and everyone had a room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
My 2 sons and their families joined for a very brief 2 night getaway.
The house had plenty of space for 8 of us and there could have been easily 4 more. Having 3 bathrooms was a huge plus for us and the pool/ping pong table was great fun for the kids. The kitchen was well stocked and the fire pit was a big plus. It is an older property and has some maintenance issues that need to be addressed. The property manager was responsive and our getaway was very pleasant !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti R., Redwood City, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Donner
Great house for a family trip! Lots of room and great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for a family gathering.
So much space for our family. Five bedrooms, large dining table, pool table, ping pong, and board games to play. Wonderful fire pit and patio area!! Perfect communication with the owner. Hope we can get our group here next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Q., Paso Robles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place to stay!!!
Lots of room, large dining table for family meals all together. 5 bedrooms was perfect for all adults and the kids. 12,10 and 4 played hours of pool and ping pong . We had lots of rain so the fireplace was a godsend. Donner lake is gorgeous and less crowded then Tahoe. We all had a great time. Sitting on the outdoor deck watching thunderstorms was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Anniversary
We had 11 adult family members together for our 50th anniversary. The house worked out great and there were plenty of things to do in the Truckee/Tahoe area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and clean
We really enjoy our stay. The house is clean and stylish. The neighborhood is quite and peaceful. We'd love to book it next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023