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Sierra Haven - Fun Dog Friendly Home in Lower Tahoe Donner, near Skiing and Truckee
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8132.3 sq m
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Explore the area

Truckee, CA
- Place, Tahoe Donner Tennis Center16 min walk
- Place, Coyote Moon Golf Course19 min walk
- Place, Northstar California Resort18 min drive
- Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1: Primary Suite
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1: Primary Ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Sierra Haven - Fun Dog Friendly Home in Lower Tahoe Donner, near Skiing and Truckee
Your mountain retreat awaits! This stunning, 3 bedroom, 2 bath property is located in Tahoe Donner, close to Northwoods Drive and Truckee on Lausanne Way. This home offers convenient access to Palisades Tahoe, Alpine, Northstar, Donner Lake (5 min) and Lake Tahoe (20 min). The Truckee-Tahoe area has a plethora of winter and summer activities - It truly is a year round playground! Enjoy world class hiking, mountain biking and golf, and water sports such as kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and wake boarding, all within 5-15 minutes distance from the home. Take advantage of the Tahoe Donner private beach on Donner Lake, which offers water sport rentals, pier use and a family friendly sandy beach for swimming with the kids.
Enter the home by walking up one flight of stairs to the front stone entry way and mud room-the front door leads to the main great room space. Highlights include new hardwood floors, a comfy L-shaped couch and open concept kitchen and dining space. Two sliding glass doors lead to a second floor deck, complete with gas bbq and outdoor dining furniture.
The bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the same floor in the back of the home. Queen and bunk bedrooms share a bath equipped with a bathtub shower combo. A primary suite with king sized comforts boasts double vanity sinks and a stand up shower with a built in bench. A back deck is accessible through a slider off the bedroom and offers Adirondack chairs to enjoy the greenbelt views.
Tahoe Donner is a premier mountain community near Truckee and Donner Lake, offering over 6,000 homes on 7,000 acres with diverse property options and first-rate amenities. Guests enjoy easy access to I-80, reduced Bay Area travel time, and exclusive privileges to pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, tennis courts, golf, a ski resort, and a private beach on Donner Lake. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and snow play in winter to golf, hiking, and water sports in summer, along with acclaimed dining at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub and other local eateries. Six guest cards per rental grant access to all amenities for a daily fee, with children two years old and under admitted free of charge. Tahoe Donner is minutes from historic Downtown Truckee and major ski resorts, making it the ideal family getaway for relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled value in North Lake Tahoe. Please note: amenity access may require seasonal fees; some amenities may be unavailable during renovations. For more information, please visit the Tahoe Donner website.
New in 2026: Daily fee amenities are not available to short-term rental guests during holiday blackout dates. The blackout dates are listed below:
Jan 17-19 (MLK Day)
Feb 14-16 (President's Day)
May 23-25 (Memorial Day)
July 1-5 (July 4th)
Sept 5-7 (Labor Day)
Nov 26-29 (Thanksgiving Day)
Dec 24-Jan 3, 2027 (Christmas/New Year's holiday)
We look forward to welcoming you to Tahoe Donner and Sierra Haven on your next Lake Tahoe vacation!
There is no AC at this home. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day.
The driveway is an uphill slope.
This property has an external security camera by the garage door.
STR Registration Number: 022476
Number of Parking Spots: 4 (3 driveway spots and garage parking for 1 car available)
Please remember that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are rare, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try to accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis.
Enter the home by walking up one flight of stairs to the front stone entry way and mud room-the front door leads to the main great room space. Highlights include new hardwood floors, a comfy L-shaped couch and open concept kitchen and dining space. Two sliding glass doors lead to a second floor deck, complete with gas bbq and outdoor dining furniture.
The bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the same floor in the back of the home. Queen and bunk bedrooms share a bath equipped with a bathtub shower combo. A primary suite with king sized comforts boasts double vanity sinks and a stand up shower with a built in bench. A back deck is accessible through a slider off the bedroom and offers Adirondack chairs to enjoy the greenbelt views.
Tahoe Donner is a premier mountain community near Truckee and Donner Lake, offering over 6,000 homes on 7,000 acres with diverse property options and first-rate amenities. Guests enjoy easy access to I-80, reduced Bay Area travel time, and exclusive privileges to pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, tennis courts, golf, a ski resort, and a private beach on Donner Lake. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and snow play in winter to golf, hiking, and water sports in summer, along with acclaimed dining at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub and other local eateries. Six guest cards per rental grant access to all amenities for a daily fee, with children two years old and under admitted free of charge. Tahoe Donner is minutes from historic Downtown Truckee and major ski resorts, making it the ideal family getaway for relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled value in North Lake Tahoe. Please note: amenity access may require seasonal fees; some amenities may be unavailable during renovations. For more information, please visit the Tahoe Donner website.
New in 2026: Daily fee amenities are not available to short-term rental guests during holiday blackout dates. The blackout dates are listed below:
Jan 17-19 (MLK Day)
Feb 14-16 (President's Day)
May 23-25 (Memorial Day)
July 1-5 (July 4th)
Sept 5-7 (Labor Day)
Nov 26-29 (Thanksgiving Day)
Dec 24-Jan 3, 2027 (Christmas/New Year's holiday)
We look forward to welcoming you to Tahoe Donner and Sierra Haven on your next Lake Tahoe vacation!
There is no AC at this home. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day.
The driveway is an uphill slope.
This property has an external security camera by the garage door.
STR Registration Number: 022476
Number of Parking Spots: 4 (3 driveway spots and garage parking for 1 car available)
Please remember that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are rare, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try to accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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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
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return recreation passes and leave on home book.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
About the area
Truckee
Located in Truckee, this cabin is in a rural area 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. 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
- Tahoe Donner Tennis Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Coyote Moon Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Donner Lake - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
- Northstar California Resort - 18 min drive - 13.1 km
- Sugar Bowl Resort - 18 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Coffeebar Bakery - 4 min drive
- Panda Express - 5 min drive
- Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - 8 min drive
- Wild Cherries Coffee House - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
4 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey D.
6 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Kelsey D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
britt b.
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Donner Stay
britt b.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie C.
24 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great last minute Thanksgiving getaway!
Julie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea M.
17 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!
Chelsea M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marisa F.
12 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for family time
Marisa F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jo W.
6 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Jo W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marta V.
11 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great for families with little children
Marta V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carlos R G.
25 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy winter stay
Carlos R G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason G.
15 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Little Cabin in Tahoe-Donner
Jason G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
End of summer get away
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Sarah B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd D.
10 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Truckee Getaway
Todd D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hamlin O.
23 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Truckee Getaway!
Hamlin O.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Don D.
8 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect snowplay getaway at Tahoe-Donner
Don D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kathleen V.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Pros and Cons
Kathleen V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meron W.
16 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Meron W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maria B.
8 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maria B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie R.
19 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Carrie R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda W.
11 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice comfortable place
Rhonda W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
STEVEN R.
17 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holly the manager and Jim were very responsive and helpful with a single issues that we had.
STEVEN R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and stay!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa S.
28 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family mountain getaway
Alyssa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colleen W.
21 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed with European aesthetics
Colleen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan V.
8 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great winter cabin for kids
Megan V.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
Hosted by Tahoe Mountain Properties
Tahoe Mt. Properties specializes in nightly rentals and ski leases in the North Tahoe, Truckee and surrounding resorts areas. We offer a proactive, smart and friendly approach to property management. When you stay at a TMP property, expect to arrive with the lights turned on and the heat turned up prior to your arrival. Extended office hours are offered, with an easy cell phone contact for after hours emergencies. We look forward to hosting you on your next Tahoe getaway!
Why they chose this property
Tahoe Donner is a premier mountain community near Truckee and Donner Lake, offering over 6,000 homes on 7,000 acres with diverse property options and first-rate amenities. Guests enjoy easy access to I-80, reduced Bay Area travel time, and exclusive privileges to pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, tennis courts, golf, a ski resort, and a private beach on Donner Lake. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and snow play in winter to golf, hiking, and water sports in summer, along with acclaimed dining at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub and other local eateries. Six guest cards per rental grant access to all amenities for a daily fee, with children under three years old admitted free of charge. Tahoe Donner is minutes from historic Downtown Truckee and major ski resorts, making it the ideal family getaway for relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled value in North Lake Tahoe. Please note: amenity access may require seasonal fees; some amenities may be unavailable during renovations. For more information, please visit the Tahoe Donner website.
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