Overlooks Donner Lake

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A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a Christmas tree, and a television.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a refrigerator, and bar stools.
A room with large windows overlooking a snowy landscape with trees.
A cabin with a wooden exterior, a balcony, and a chimney.
A wooden deck overlooking a lake with trees and mountains in the background.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Donner Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Armstrong
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Sleeping loft

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Overlooks Donner Lake

PLEASE NOTE: The Town of Truckee has implemented new short-term rental guidelines that limit the number of guests to 2 per bedroom. Since the cabin has three bedrooms, plus the sleeping loft, that limits the number of guests allowed. However, the ordinance does allow for the addition of 2 children aged 12 and younger, which brings the total number of guests allowed to 8.

Enjoy the views of beautiful Donner Lake and Schallenberger Ridge in the Central Sierra Nevada Range from our cozy cabin's large deck or front windows. Our cabin is located in the middle of snow country. Northstar, Palisades Tahoe (Squaw Valley), Alpine Meadows, Donner Ski Ranch, Sugar Bowl, Royal Gorge and Tahoe Donner are all within 15-20 minutes from our door. Ice fishing up the hill at Prosser Lake. Donner State Park, which is just a mile and a half from us at the end of the lake, has trails for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
As our cabin has direct access to the lake; in summer, fish or swim off the dock in front of us, enjoy the many water sports possible on the lake, or take a 20 minute ride over to North Tahoe to enjoy the 'big lake' on the mountain. There are 7 golf courses within 15-18 minute drive, historic Truckee and the Transcontinental Railroad to explore. Rock climbing, hiking, shopping, live music /concerts, mountain biking in the area, are all possibilities. Gambling/Casinos in Reno about 35 minutes up Interstate 80.
Our cabin is approximately 1400 square feet in size with space for two cars to park right by the back door. The main entrance to the cabin is from the back. As you enter, you have the kitchen on your right and a door into the main level bedroom and bathroom on your left. This bedroom has a queen bed and the bathroom has a tub/shower combination. Beyond the eating bar is the living area with an 8 foot dining table on one side and a couch and loveseat facing the fireplace on the other. Downstairs there are two bedrooms and a small bath. One bedroom has two twins and the other bedroom has a queen bed. From the downstairs hallway, you can go into another hallway that has a washer and dryer, a wood room that houses the wood for the fireplace and a door to the outside to take steps down to the road and lake. The loft is open to the main level and has 4 twin beds. Three of these beds are very close to each other. There is another parking pad at lake level for one car.
THIS IS A NO SMOKING PROPERTY. NO PETS.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Occupancy allows up to 6 adults + 2 under 12 kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Odor detected, security deposit is forfeited..

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is a NO SMOKING/PETS property! If property contents are moved during your stay, please return them to their original location before you leave.
NO pets allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR001288
Property # 3657007
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
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

About the area

Truckee

Truckee is home to this cabin. 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. Olympic Valley Park and Village Ice Skating Rink are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Armstrong - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sugar Bowl - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 20 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 7 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco's Jalisco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Natural Foods - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Overlooks Donner Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Overlooks Donner Lake ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Overlooks Donner Lake ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Overlooks Donner Lake ?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Overlooks Donner Lake located?

Situated in Truckee, this cabin is steps away from Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Norma and Bill Markley

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We built this cabin as a young couple in 1977. It is our 'first child' and has continued to be updated throughout the years. Our two sons grew up knowing this place as an extension of home and now our grandkids do. When we first built this, we thought we would enjoy it mostly in winter but find we actually, like the summers even better.

Why they chose this property

Being skiers and outdoor enthusiasts, we fell in love with the area. Our goal was to build a cabin with a view and easy access to skiing, hiking, and water play. We were able to purchase the small piece of ground with the view of Donner Lake and direct access to the water and plowed roads in the winter. We then, 4 years later, built a cabin on it.

What makes this property unique

Location! Lake right below us where we can actual see our family on the dock. Northstar, Sugar Bowl and Squaw Valley just 15 minutes away. Historical Truckee and the major ski resorts have many scheduled events throughout the year.

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