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Pet-Friendly Lakeview Retreat | Desk, 2 Queens, Hot Tub, Game Room, Near Skiing

Family-friendly vacation home with a hot tub, steps from Donner Lake

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Deck Overlooking Donner Lake- Lake Vista Hideaway
Bluebird Days on the Mountain
Living Room- Lake Vista Hideaway
Morning at Donner Lake after a storm.
Game Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81559 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Main Floor Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Guest Queen

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Kids Bedroom

4 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Shared Bath

Upstairs Shared Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Pet-Friendly Lakeview Retreat | Desk, 2 Queens, Hot Tub, Game Room, Near Skiing

🌊 Lake Vista Hideaway is a bright 3BR/2BA retreat on the shores of Donner Lake, perfect for families and small groups. Enjoy stunning lake views, a wrap-around patio with hot tub, a game room, and easy access to hiking, skiing, and downtown Truckee. With stylish décor, modern amenities, and pet-friendly options, this home offers year-round comfort and unforgettable memories.

We care for Tahoe as much as we care for our guests! With every stay, Tahoe Signature Properties plants a tree and provides eco-friendly supplies to help preserve our beautiful mountain environment.

🏡 The Space

• 🌲 Open-concept living with vaulted ceilings, natural light, and elegant mountain decor;
• 🔥 Cozy fireplace and plush sectional perfect for relaxing movie nights;
• 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with new stainless-steel appliances and marble countertops;
• 🍽️ Dining table for six with panoramic lake views through large windows;
• 🌤️ Wrap-around patio with lounge area, dining set, and private year-round hot tub;

🛏️ Bedrooms and Bathrooms

• 🛌 Main-floor queen bedroom featuring calm tones and generous closet space;
• 🛏️ Upper-level queen suite with Juliette balcony and breathtaking sunrise views;
• 🛝 Twin trundle room (4 twins total) ideal for kids and young guests;
• 🚿 Two full bathrooms with modern fixtures and fresh, hotel-quality linens;

🎮 Entertainment and Relaxation

• 🕹️ Lower-level game room perfect for kids and teens to unwind;
• 📺 Smart TVs and high-speed WiFi for streaming and family movie nights;
• ♠️ Board games, books, and family-friendly entertainment throughout;

🌄 Outdoor Features

• 🪑 Patio seating ideal for morning coffee or sunset cocktails;
• 💦 Private covered hot tub with year-round lake and mountain views;

🗺️ Location and Nearby Attractions

• 🏖️ Steps from Donner Lake for swimming, boating, and paddleboarding;
• 🎿 Close to Sugar Bowl, Boreal, and Tahoe Donner ski resorts;
• 🚶‍♀️ Nearby hiking and biking trails through Donner Memorial State Park;
• 🍴 Minutes from local favorites — The Pub at Donner Lake and Donner Lake Kitchen;
• 🛍️ Short drive to historic Downtown Truckee’s shops, cafés, and art galleries;
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family fun nearby at KidZone Museum and scenic lakefront parks;
• 🚘 Day trips to world-famous Lake Tahoe for beaches, water sports, and dining;

✅ Good to Know

• Maximum Occupancy: 8
• Parking: There is room for 2 large cars in the driveway. Please note that this home has a steep driveway. During snowfall, street parking is not allowed due to snow removal. All vehicles must be parked off the street promptly so plows can operate.
• STR Permit: 23-7835;
• Maximum of 2 pets allowed; $85 fee per pet, due before check-in;
• Outdoor furniture and grills may not be available November–May;
• Winter travel requires snow tires and 4WD/AWD, or chains;
• Quiet hours are enforced from 9 PM to 7 AM per Placer county regulations;
• Full Terms & Conditions supplied upon booking and completion of signatures on the Booking Confirmation
•Rental Agreement contract required for booking to be confirmed, must be signed within 24 hours of creating the reservation;
•Agreement must be signed by Occupants aged 25 or older.
•Exterior security cameras on property.

🛎️ Why Stay with Tahoe Signature Properties

Locally owned and operated with nearby staff support;
Easy self-check-in with a personal code;
3D walkthroughs available so you know exactly what to expect.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number TOT- 83609

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Truckee

Located in Southside Highlands, a neighborhood in Truckee, this vacation home is in a rural area. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Olympic Valley Park and Village Ice Skating Rink. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West End Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Sugar Bowl - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 23 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter Lakeview Cabin | Desk, Hot Tub Nights, Games, Near Ski Resorts pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winter Lakeview Cabin | Desk, Hot Tub Nights, Games, Near Ski Resorts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winter Lakeview Cabin | Desk, Hot Tub Nights, Games, Near Ski Resorts?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Winter Lakeview Cabin | Desk, Hot Tub Nights, Games, Near Ski Resorts located?

This family-friendly Truckee vacation home is located in a rural location, just steps from Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pietro S.

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

Donner house

Great house great week lots of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Katie S.

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

Great Location

Nice place to stay in a great location. Deck is fantastic with a nice hot-tub and lounge chairs and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari C.

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

Ski Week Trip

We had an easy stay. The house was well appointed, including games and such for our kids, the jacuzzi was warm, the heat worked well and the manager was easy to reach. We’d stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Anniversary

Enjoyable stay. Relaxing. Nice place.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria R.

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

Lovely

Great view of the lake from a very lovely upper deck. Clean, modernized and fully equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sean B.

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

Nice house

The house was very clean and stocked with everything we needed. Beautiful view. Only reason we gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because it stated it’s a 1 minute walk to the Lake which is false. We had to drive or walk about 10-15 minutes which is fine but we wanted to be walking distance because of the kids. Other than that a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie P.

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

Great House!

We had a nice time staying at the house. I grew up in Truckee but have never lived at Donner Lake. It was nice to bring my husband and kids here and enjoy being so close. The house was plenty big enough for us and our 8 and 10 year old. My family same to visit and all the cousins had fun with the game room downstairs. The house is kind of right in the middle of China Cove and West End Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

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

Five star view and amenities

Went for a family get away with ages 89 to 11 for the Donner Triathlon. We sat in the hot tub and looked out over the lake it was very relaxing. We watched the sun come up and the birds awaken while laying in bed looking out over the lake. The kitchen had everything plus more. The cleanliness and details were better than described. We would ci
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas L.

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

Donner Lake getaway

Great little property on Donner Lake, nice views with a balcony and hot tub. Overall great experience but a few smaller issues. First, steep driveway that was very icy with the weather and I definitely needed to shovel/scrape it even with a AWD SUV on all-weather tires. Second floor power was out, (not sure if this wasn't checked beforehand?) but management was helpful in helping me find the circuit breaker to reset things. Ice making wasn't working. Dishwasher a little finicky getting started. But no significant major issues and the kids liked it. Again, overall great homebase on Donner Lake, easy access to Sugar Bowl and local trails/snowshoeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Tahoe Signature Properties

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Tahoe Signature Properties is North Lake Tahoe's Vacation Rentals company offering professionally managed properties by a local team that lives within 15-30 min away from your rental, we are a family-owned and operated company and our goal is for you to be treated like family.

Visit us online @TahoeSignatureProperties to view our 3D tours or call 530-562-4242!

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