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A wooden cabin with a green roof, surrounded by snow-covered trees.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a ceiling fan.
A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a white furry rug, and a small white stool.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by tall pine trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, a coffee maker, a microwave, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is $459
$459 nightly
$459 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Tahoe National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 86 reviews
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The price is $177
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Donner Lake Inn

About the neighborhood

Truckee

When you stay at this cabin in Truckee, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Donner Lake and Tahoe National Forest. .This cabin is 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Palisades Tahoe and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Donner Memorial State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Tahoe National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Donner Lake - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • West End Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 28 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 15 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco's Jalisco - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cabin walking distance to Donner Lake

Nestled within walking distance from the tranquil shores of Donner Lake, our charming cabin offers a perfect retreat in the heart of the Sierra Nevada. Donner Lake, located in Truckee, California, is a stunning alpine lake known for its natural beauty and rich history. Surrounded by the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains, the lake spans about 2.7 miles long and 0.6 miles wide, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cabin features a stereo, snowboarding nearby, and sledding nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby and mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please make sure to close all windows.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Cabin walking distance to Donner Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have a great time staying, clean place,short walk to Donner lake West End beach. Wonderful, responsive and flexible host. Would highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay here. The cabin was very clean and cozy. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean place. Please let the owner know the fridge runs almost 24/7. It’s cold, but constantly running. Other that. The place is great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and cute
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it here! Very cozy and a great location. The home was welcoming and everything was easy to use. We enjoyed it so much and Tracey is great. We will DEFINITELY stay again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin Stay

The place had a beautiful backyard with the Horseshoes game and there were Tahoe Toffee candies on the kitchen counter for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin better than expected

The check-in was a breeze and they had heated steps to the door which was super awesome. The place was much more modern that the pics looked online and super clean. Kids went straight to backyard and started making snowmen.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tracy was super responsive!!! The Cabin is super nice! Tidy, compact, comfy & an extremely nice setting. Loved it thank you Tracy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family has a long-standing tradition of spending a week every summer on the west end of Donner Lake, where multiple generations gather to make memories together. This cabin was absolutely perfect for our family and made this year’s trip even more special.The cabin is warm, inviting, and incredibly comfortable. The beds were some of the coziest we’ve slept in, making it easy to relax after long days at the lake. We also appreciated the updated amenities, which gave the cabin all the modern conveniences while still maintaining its charming mountain feel.Everything was clean, well cared for, and thoughtfully equipped. Whether we were enjoying a quiet morning with coffee or coming back after a full day of swimming, paddleboarding, and family time, it always felt like home.We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would happily rent this cabin again. If you’re looking for a comfortable, well-appointed cabin near Donner Lake that feels both cozy and welcoming, this is it. Thank you for helping make another year of our family’s Donner Lake tradition so memorable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025