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Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin

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A cabin with a balcony, wooden deck, and a stone foundation, surrounded by trees.
A cabin with a wooden deck, a covered outdoor seating area, and a grill.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a wooden bed, a nightstand, and a window with a view of the outside.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, wooden beams, and a loft space.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Donner Lake
Sleeps 8•2 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Loft Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin

Squirrel's Nest is the quintessential lake cabin with granite stonework, wood-burning stove, high-end linens and beds, and tree-shaded decks. Set on a corner across the street from the lake, the cabin is two blocks from the West End Beach.

It is comfortably, completely equipped for cooking, entertaining, and relaxing. The loft “master bedroom” has a queen bed, a day bed with trundle, and a private balcony. The second bedroom has a double (full size) bed. The living room sofa is a hide-a-bed.

The cabin is stocked with firewood, winter sleds and snow shovels, as well as summer hammocks and deck and beach furniture. Gas furnace and stove, washer and dryer, and Smart TV/DVD & Internet. Enjoy an extended retreat in this charming forest home that sleeps a maximum of 6 adults + 2 children.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Two smaller dogs may be approved. Ask me.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash all dishes - they can be drying in the rack.
Turn the thermostat down to 55 when you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number RCN 001506
Property # 193100vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

About the area

Truckee

Located in Donner Lake Woods, a neighbourhood in Truckee, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. 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.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West End Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sugar Bowl - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 27 min drive - 28.2 km

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 Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin on 1 Sept 2026 start from £524, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Donner Lake Charmer - West End Stone Cabin located?

This family-friendly Truckee cabin is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Mary Serrano

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We are the former owners of the Donner Lake Inn (2004-2012). We cherished our time living in Truckee, especially at Donner Lake. Now living in the Bay Area and Portland, Oregon, we share our cabin with you. While living at the Inn, we started renting Squirrel's Nest out and now have many guests who return year after year. Squirrel's Nest is our home as well as yours.

Why they chose this property

The "Nest" is directly across the street from Donner Lake, with only trees filtering your view. In the Summer it is a short walk to the beach. In the Winter our roads are some of the first to be cleared. Once inside, you will feel like you are home.

What makes this property unique

The most asked about feature of our cabin - the wooden floor. What is it? An old bowling alley? No it is a "reused" solid maple gym floor complete with stripes. The planks were installed in random order. The wood burning stove adds warmth and creates a cozy atmosphere. You can sit by the fire and gaze up into the trees through the large, west facing, dual glazed windows. Heaven on earth.

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