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Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck

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A hot tub on a wooden deck with a lake view. - Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck (Truckee)
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Located close to Donner Lake, Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck provides golfing on-site, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with babysitting service and a hot tub.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck

  • Pet friendly for a $150 per pet fee - Maximum 2 dogs

    Summer 2026 Construction Notice: Construction is taking place on a property across Reed Avenue behind the home. Because this work is managed by a third party, we are unable to predict the schedule, type of work, or noise levels during your stay. We've already applied the discounted nightly rates to the affected dates. Please let us know if you have any questions.

    This 3 bedroom, 3 bath plus two bonus game room and sleeping spaces vacation rental is ready for year-round fun! Located across from several public piers on Donner Lake, this property has 180 degree views of the lake and surrounding mountains from both floors and decks, with no structures between the home and the lake.
    Enter the home through the stone foyer on the main great room floor. The main living space offers an open and bright kitchen with granite counter tops, updated stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar for four, dining for eight and a roomy living room furnished with a TV with streaming options. French doors open to a spacious deck overlooking Donner Lake; with outdoor dining, umbrellas, gas grill, and sectional couch (summer only).

    Downstairs you'll find two queen bedrooms that share a bath and a main bedroom with an en suite bath with double sinks, a step in jetted tub and walk in dual head shower. The main bedroom boasts stunning lake views, a dedicated workspace, and reading lamps. Two separate entrances, one from the main bedroom and one from the hall head to a second deck; equipped with a hot tub and stairs down to street level for easy lake access. A parking pad is available at street level to park your trailer or boat.
    Journey upstairs from the main living floor to a game room and bonus room. The game room is furnished with two twin beds, a twin trundle, and a foosball table. The bonus rooms is equipped with a futon for kids under 13.

    Other highlights include a flat driveway off of Reed Ave and a two car garage (3 cars max).

    About the area: Paradise Awaits is located on the west end of Donner Lake, just east of the public boat launch. You'll be walking distance to several public piers, the boat launch, west end beach and Donner Lake Marina and a short drive from several amazing day hikes including the Donner Vista Trail and Mt. Judah Loop. During the winter, this property is conveniently located a short drive from the Interstate 80 freeway exit, for easy access to Sugar Bowl and Boreal ski mountains.

    We look forward to welcoming you to Paradise Waits at Donner Lake!

    There is no AC at this property. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day.
    This property has external security cameras by the front door, porch and the garage

    STR Registration Number: (RCN): 002350
    Number of Parking Spots: 3 (including a two car garage)

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Truckee, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Olympic Valley Park and Village Ice Skating Rink. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Truckee travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A mountain landscape with a bridge, a lake, and a sunset.
    Donner Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A Donner Memorial State Park sign with a bear, a cow, and a wagon.
    Donner Memorial State Park
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • A ski lift, a wooden structure, and a snowy mountain landscape.
    Sugar Bowl
    11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • A multi-story building with a ski lodge in the background.
    Northstar California Resort
    22 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • West End Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Coffeebar Bakery
    8 min drive
  • Starbucks
    9 min drive
  • Taco's Jalisco
    9 min drive
  • Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal)
    10 min drive
  • New Moon Natural Foods
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise Awaits: Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ & Big Deck located?

This family-friendly Truckee cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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