Notes from the host
Donner Lake Cottage
Discover cozy mountain lake living in our charming 3-bedroom + loft cottage, just a 5 minute walk to the beach and 20 minute drive to popular ski resorts!
Enjoy the brand new lake-themed decor, stylish furnishings, and an upgraded kitchen.
This cabin is perfect for living the mountain lake life, and we welcome one well-behaved dog.
Experience blissful mountain peace at Donner Lake Cottage—no parties, please!
While we won't be available in person, we're here for you every step of the way, from planning to post-stay! Tahoe Co Host Collective is our trusted partner in ensuring you have an amazing time at Donner Lake.. Reach out anytime for assistance—we're happy to help!
There is so much to do at Donner Lake! Enjoy paddle boarding, boating, picnics on the Donner Docks, hiking, biking, water activities, and the Donner Museum.
You are an 8 minute drive to Truckee, and a 10 minute drive to downtown Truckee. In Truckee, you will find a lot of restaurants, shopping, outdoor stores, and more. Just down the street from the home, there is a local market you can walk to in under 5 minutes.
West End beach is just up the road - about a 9 minute walk. Take your morning coffee and sit out and enjoy the peaceful lake. Bring a picnic down and spend the day swimming in the lake! You can also head to the public docks on the North side of the lake - about a 5 minute drive. We are also close to our favorite breakfast spot - Donner Lake Kitchen - only 3 miles away. You will also find a small market, Sticks Market, where you can find groceries and pre-made items.
Donner Lake is a wonderful spot for a family vacation throughout the year. Because our lot is flat, you don’t have to worry about getting up and down steep hills or driveways! We are very accessible.
Plus, you can escape the traffic of Tahoe and really enjoy a vacation on the lake without the hustle and bustle of being on Lake Tahoe.
Guests have access to the entire house with the exception of a few locked closets.
Welcome to Donner Lake Cottage!
Quaint yet sophisticated, our cabin is located on the West shore of gorgeous Donner Lake. Our 3-bedroom + loft home features a bright, updated kitchen, a full bath, a private backyard, and is close to tons of fun outdoor activities. We love furry friends and welcome one dog during your stay.
Recently redecorated, our home boasts stylish interior furnishings, including a farmhouse-style dining table, comfortable living room couch and chairs, cozy beds and bedding, and new kitchen appliances.
Guests have access to:
- The backyard with a BBQ and fire pit
- The front yard with a cute picnic table and hammock
- The porch, perfect for relaxing underneath the pines
Home Highlights:
- Pet-friendly: bring your pup!
- Open concept living area with new furniture
- Three outdoor areas for complete outdoor living
- Minutes from the beach
- Heating and air-conditioning
- 48” TV in the living room
- Close to hiking, biking, skiing, and historic Donner Summit Bridge
- Fully equipped kitchen
- 3 comfortable bedrooms accommodating up to 7 guests
Walk into this charming cottage and find a bright, open living, dining, and kitchen area that leads straight out to the private backyard, where you'll find a BBQ for afternoon cookouts and a fire pit for summer nights. The first bedroom with a queen-sized bed, access to the backyard, Biddeford blankets, AC, and more is on this level, along with a full bathroom and laundry room.
Upstairs, you'll find the master bedroom with a comfortable king-sized bed, another bedroom with a twin and a full, and an open loft with two twin beds.
Downstairs, enjoy a cozy porch with two rocking chairs and a front yard with a picnic table for outdoor dining.
During your stay, you will have access to our washer/dryer, WiFi, and room for three parked cars.
Come enjoy the best of mountain lake living at Donner Lake Cottage!
10-12 minutes from downtown Truckee
Close to multiple ski areas
Sugar Bowl: 6.5 miles
Squaw Alpine: 13 miles
Northstar: 11.7 miles
20 minute drive to Tahoe City/Lake Tahoe
Please let us know prior to booking if you are bringing 1 dog with you.
Outdoor furniture may not be available in the winter months (October - May).
STR Permit # 001682 | Maximum Overnight Occupancy (Adults 13+): 8 | 3 Parking Spaces | Truckee’s STR Rules Listed in House Rules/Rental Agreement | Anytime a pet/service animal/emotional support animal is outside of the home and is not in a fully fenced backyard, the pet/service animal/emotional service animal must be kept on a leash and accompanied by the owner.
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Hosted by Caterina & the Tahoe Cohost team
