Lakefront Home at Donner Lake, Beautiful and Sunny

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The living room and dining room have an open floor plan.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Truckee, CA

Donner Lake

1 min walk

Donner Memorial State Park

4 min drive

Coyote Moon Golf Course

4 min drive

Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)

9 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

main

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This beautiful condo is located on the beautiful south-facing (sunny) side of historic Donner Lake. The condo is designed to take full advantage of the tremendous views. It looks directly across the lake at the open space of Donner State Park, and up the lake at the crest of the Sierra Nevada mountains, where the Pacific Crest Trail runs through five miles away.

There are eight alpine ski areas and three touring ski areas within 20 minutes of the condo, catering to the ability levels of all skiers. All kinds of water sports are available in the summer. Swimming is right outside the doors.

There is one space in the main parking area on the north side of the building for the tenant. A second Guest parking spot is on the east side of the building, as available. There is a garage, but we generally keep it full of water toys for our guests' use. Additional parking is available on Donner Pass Road.

Keywords: lakefront, beach front, sunny, deck, patio, donner lake, truckee, lake tahoe

Property manager

David and Sonya Huggins

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Mountain view

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 007054

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this condo is on the beach. Boreal Mountain Resort 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Truckee, CA

What's nearby

Donner Lake - 1 min walk
Coyote Moon Golf Course - 4 min drive
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 15 min drive
Sugar Bowl Resort - 21 min drive
Northstar California Resort - 33 min drive

Getting around

Truckee Station - 5 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home at Donner Lake, Beautiful and Sunny pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home at Donner Lake, Beautiful and Sunny?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home at Donner Lake, Beautiful and Sunny?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home at Donner Lake, Beautiful and Sunny located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Donner Lake and Emigrant Trail Museum. Donner Memorial State Park and KidZone Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

25 July 2024

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

Just beautiful!

Lake view and access are amazing!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

22 Sept 2023

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

Breathtaking!

This property is in a wonderful location on Donner Lake. Very peaceful, very beautiful. I was a little weary of the spiral staircase because my beloved has poor depth perception, however, it turned out to be perfectly fine. He took his time and managed fine - we all did. This home is very comfortable, clean, cozy, beautiful outdoor spaces. We used the grill for perfect tritip, made a birthday cake in the oven, made French toast, eggs, toast - all appliances work perfectly. This home feels like being in heaven.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay, Santa Cruz

5 Sept 2023

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

Lakefront

The view from the balcony is gorgeous and you are just steps from the lake. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen well appointed. Even though it rained, we had a great time: comfortable, cozy and right there to watch the lake in all weather.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

30 May 2023

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

Donner Perfection

Donner Lake is beautiful, and Dave & Sandra's place is fantastic. Breathtaking views, and well.. the place is right on the lake!! Their home is very clean, spacious, and organized. It is well-appointed with everything necessary for a great vacation. And, Dave and Sandra were very hospitable and communicative. Highest marks all around!! Thank you both!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

16 Oct 2022

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

Family trip

We had a fantastic time at Donner Lake. It was great to get the family together and make the teens get off their phones. We rode bikes went hiking played board games and spent lots of time in the water. It was the perfect family trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Mary D.

25 Aug 2022

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

Great little condo right on the lake.

We had a brief stay on Donner Lake at this property and really enjoyed ourselves. The lake in the morning is crystal clear and peaceful, perfect for a paddle.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

17 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Beautiful lake views.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ken e.

4 July 2022

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

All That and More

My wife and I have been using VRBO for years and this is by far the most well equipped unit we have ever stayed in. The condo has a great location, with great views and all kinds of water toys from noodles to a canoe. David and Sonya are great, friendly, responsive and they take pride in their unit. The view of Donner Lake is amazing; The area is private with a little beach which was great for our grandkids. I could go on but you get the idea. This is the ideal rental. It is a 5 squared.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen H., San Francisco

30 Nov 2021

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

Great place with AMAZING views!

We loved our stay at this condo. The owners, Dave and Sonya, were great hosts. Friendly and accommodating. The space was perfect for my husband and I along with our two teenage boys. Great amenities, awesome views, perfect location being right on the lake - secluded yet less than 10 minutes to town with major grocery stores and shops. I cannot say enough good things about our trip here. It was better than we could have hoped for. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

24 Nov 2021

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

Welcoming

This condo is very welcoming, clean and comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked. Owners are very nice and quick to respond to questions you might have. The views off the dining room deck and downstairs bedroom patios are awesome, especially when morning mist is floating on the water and through the trees across the lake. Very much looking forward to my next visit.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan K., Redwood City, CA

25 May 2021

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

Has It All

This is one of the most comfortable and well equipped rentals we’ve been in. The location on Donner Lake is steps away from the state park for walking and close to many biking areas. Shopping and dining are just a few minutes away as well. Love this rental and will be back again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

15 May 2021

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

Donner Lake Beauty

We had beautiful Spring days at this property! Gorgeous views and the owners were great! I'm not sure if it was for covid reasons that we ended up making our own beds ; but am assuming so and that was fine. I would most definitely update the electronic features such as the TV providing Chromecast or something similar for people with their own subscriptions to be able to access them and maybe have an accessible iHome for music. Very nice to have spices available so not to have to run out and buy everything. Thank you for a nice time at Donner Lake.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

joshua k.

10 Apr 2021

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

Amazing location and property/ very responsive hosts

Our whole family really enjoyed this peaceful and well cared for home and can’t wait to stay again. It is located on the lake at Donner lake and has a wonderful view of the lake inside and outside. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. Fantastic experience!

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

22 Sept 2020

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

Amazing hosts - relaxing stay

Thank you hosts!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn G., Pacific Grove, CA

21 Sept 2020

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

Great location

Property is comfortably furnished and well equipped with not only bedding, towels, kitchen and cleaning utensils but also nice lake “toys”.

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Livermore

4 Sept 2020

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

Family vacation

My family had a wonderful time

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

28 July 2020

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

Sherman Review

Very high, great place for any age of a family to attend, no matter their interests

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M., San Jose, CA

14 July 2020

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

Donner paradise

Even during covid this unit had everything. Amazing location and amenities and owners were friendly and attentive.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ralph R.

24 Sept 2019

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

Enjoyable and relaxing stay

Easy booking and check in. Condo is very comfy and beds very comfortable. Hosts are helpful and responsive. Next time we hope to have sunnier weather.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

11 Sept 2019

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

What a place!

A lovely place right on a fantastic lake. Loads of room and very peaceful even on Labor Day weekend. The condo has clearly been looked after and has lovely, quality furnishings and decor. The owners were quick to respond to queries and kindly let us use their kayak, canoe and paddle board. One of the many highlights of the stay were sitting on either deck soaking up the sensational view of Donner Lake and the surrounding mountains. When you venture out on the water you realise how amazingly quiet the condo is, as only when across the lake can you hear any noise from the interstate that runs nearby. Truckee is close and has a great old-west feel. Tahoe is a short drive and the ski resorts are even closer. Condos right on the lake are clearly very rare at Donner Lake and this is a great place to spend quality time. Our 8 day trip was amazing and we'd love to come back one day.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

23 Aug 2019

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

Wonderful lakefront property

Great location right on Donner Lake with a dock, beach, chairs, etc. Beautiful view from the unit. We appreciated being able to borrow the standup paddleboard, canoe, kayak, and life vests. It was wonderful to be able to go out the back door to the lake at any time.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

17 Aug 2019

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

Beautiful and relaxing!

This is a very clean, quiet beautiful home on Donner Lake. Check-in/out was easy and the owners were very easy to communicate with. We definitely will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N.

23 July 2019

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

Enjoyed our stay!!!

We really enjoyed our stay!!! The view was so beautiful. We enjoyed using the canoe, kayak and paddle board.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jose B.

28 June 2019

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

Lake Life!!

This place is absolutely amazing. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

31 May 2019

Home Away From Home

Very comfortable and quaint condo. The view was amazing, and the amenities were just right! the owners were very nice to work with and we truly felt like we were in a home away from home! Thank you again for everything!!

About the host

Hosted by David and Sonya Huggins

Our family has owned this condo for 38 years. We treasure the time we spend here, and you will too. We take great care of the condo because we love it.

Why they chose this property

The recreational opportunities, natural beauty, and wonderful climate make this area very special. Being a lakefront property provides tremendous views and recreation opportunities.