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Cozy Donner Lake Cabin, Mountain Setting & Beach Access

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A wooden cabin with a deck, red and white chairs, and a table.
A wooden cabin-style bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a mirror.
A log cabin interior with a sofa, chairs, a table, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
A wooden log cabin interior with a hallway leading to a door, a mounted American flag, and a rustic wall decor.
A wooden cabin-style room with a bed, nightstands, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Donner Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

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
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy Donner Lake Cabin, Mountain Setting & Beach Access

Experience Truckee like a local in this charming 2-bedroom, 1 bath log cabin. Perfectly situated a few blocks from the West End Beach at Donner Lake, this family-friendly getaway provides endless outdoor recreation. Nestled among the trees, the cabin offers a cozy yet open floor plan where the living room flows into the kitchen, creating the perfect space for families and friends to gather. Relax by the gas fireplace after a day of adventure or curl up with a book while enjoying the peaceful views. During the summer months, step outside onto the spacious wood deck where you can ease into the day with your morning coffee, enjoy grilling/outdoor dining or simply relax on the Adirondack chairs. This cabin is the perfect base camp for all your Sierra Nevada adventures.




Adventure Awaits Nearby:

✓Paddleboarding and kayaking at Donner Memorial State Park

✓Soak up the sun at the West End Beach Park with lifeguarded swim zones, playgrounds and picnic areas

✓Rent an e-bike from Bike Truckee to ride around Donner Lake or along the scenic Centennial Trail

✓Self-guided family rafting trips down the Truckee River
✓ World-class fly fishing on the Truckee River and nearby lakes
✓ Hiking and mountain biking (ranging from paved river strolls to challenging alpine peaks in the Sierra Nevada mountains)

✓Championship golf courses including Old Greenwood, Gray’s Crossing and Coyote Moon
✓ Explore historic downtown Truckee with locally owned shops and a diverse mix of upscale eateries and casual mountain favorites

✓ 20-30 minute drive to North Lake Tahoe and 1 hour drive to South Lake Tahoe

West End Beach- 10 minute walk
Downtown Truckee-12 minute drive
Sugar Bowl Ski Resort- 9 minute drive
Palisades Tahoe- 24 minute drive
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash any dishes, cookware, utensils, and glasses used during your stay and leave in the drying rack to dry. Please note: the cabin does not have a dishwasher.
If a bed was slept in, please pull the comforter down to the foot of the bed. Please do not make the bed. If beach towels were used, please start a load of beach towels by themselves in the wash.
Place all trash in the designated bear-resistant bins outside and ensure the door is latched.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours are required between 10PM and 7AM. Guests are responsible for any costs incurred due to violations of house rules or local ordinances.
Limit of two cars in the driveway. No parking on the street or unpaved area is permitted.
Late checkout fee: $85 fee applies if guests delay the cleaning crew. If the property is not vacant within 30 minutes a fee of $225 will be charged.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 001070
Property # 5342904vb
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 next to a golf course and near the beach. 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. KidZone Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Tahoe National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Donner Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • West End Beach - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 27 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco's Jalisco - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Donner Lake Cabin, Mountain Setting & Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Donner Lake Cabin, Mountain Setting & Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Donner Lake Cabin, Mountain Setting & Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Donner Lake Cabin, Mountain Setting & Beach Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Donner Lake Cabin, Mountain Setting & Beach Access located?

Located in Donner Lake Woods, this golf cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. Donner Memorial State Park and West End Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a relaxing and super comfortable stay here! The cabin is spacious and super clean. All needed amenities provided and the host was friendly and helpful. Perfect location close to the beach. We hope to visit again soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2026
Thank you, Penny! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time at the cabin. It means a lot to hear that you found it comfortable, spacious, and stocked with everything you needed. We also love the easy walk to Donner Lake, so we’re happy you were able to take advantage of the location. Thank you for being such wonderful guests, and we’d be thrilled to welcome you back the next time you’re looking for a relaxing getaway in Truckee.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026

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Hosted by Thomas Wade

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