Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Donner Lake
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Massages in spa
Balcony
Arcade/game room
Barbecue
Pet-friendly
Explore the area
Truckee, CA
Donner Lake
Place, Donner Lake
1 min walk
West End Beach
Place, West End Beach
16 min walk
Donner Memorial State Park
Place, Donner Memorial State Park
3 min drive
Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
59 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1: Primary Suite
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1: Primary Ensuite
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck
Pet friendly for a $150 per pet fee - Maximum 2 dogs
This 3 bedroom, 3 bath plus two bonus game room and sleeping spaces vacation rental is ready for year-round fun! Located across from several public piers on Donner Lake, this property has 180 degree views of the lake and surrounding mountains from both floors and decks, with no structures between the home and the lake. Enter the home through the stone foyer on the main great room floor. The main living space offers an open and bright kitchen with granite counter tops, updated stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar for four, dining for eight and a roomy living room furnished with a TV with streaming options. French doors open to a spacious deck overlooking Donner Lake; with outdoor dining, umbrellas, gas grill, and sectional couch (summer only).
Downstairs you'll find two queen bedrooms that share a bath and a main bedroom with an en suite bath with double sinks, a step in jetted tub and walk in dual head shower. The main bedroom boasts stunning lake views, a dedicated workspace, and reading lamps. Two separate entrances, one from the main bedroom and one from the hall head to a second deck; equipped with a hot tub and stairs down to street level for easy lake access. A parking pad is available at street level to park your trailer or boat. Journey upstairs from the main living floor to a game room and bonus room. The game room is furnished with two twin beds, a twin trundle, and a foosball table. The bonus rooms is equipped with a futon for kids under 13.
Other highlights include a flat driveway off of Reed Ave and a two car garage (3 cars max).
About the area: Paradise Awaits is located on the west end of Donner Lake, just east of the public boat launch. You'll be walking distance to several public piers, the boat launch, west end beach and Donner Lake Marina and a short drive from several amazing day hikes including the Donner Vista Trail and Mt. Judah Loop. During the winter, this property is conveniently located a short drive from the Interstate 80 freeway exit, for easy access to Sugar Bowl and Boreal ski mountains.
We look forward to welcoming you to Paradise Waits at Donner Lake!
There is no AC at this property. 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. This property has external security cameras by the front door, porch and the garage
STR Registration Number: (RCN): 002350 Number of Parking Spots: 3 (including a two car garage)
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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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 1699654vb
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
Located in Truckee, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe 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 KidZone Museum and Olympic Valley Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
Northstar California Resort - 22 min drive - 25.0 km
Palisades Tahoe - 29 min drive - 31.3 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 10 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Coffeebar Bakery - 8 min drive
Tahoe Donner - 17 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal) - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck on 13 October 2026 start from NZ$1,586, 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 Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Paradise Awaits - Updated Donner Lake Home, Private Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, BBQ and Big Deck located?
This family-friendly Truckee cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Everything was clean, communication was fantastic and property delightful. It was a great weekend trip with a great deal of relaxation. Hot tub met all expectations too!!!
Page E.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review, we really appreciate it!
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home on the lake for our family trip. Great location and great views from the large deck. I would definitely recommend this property.
Great place. Really clean. Great hosts. Very enjoyable.
Lori B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2023
Thank you for choosing this property for your recent stay! We would love your private feedback and to host you again. If you'd like to book a future vacation with us please visit our company website for Tahoe Mt. Properties and we can give you a $50 return guest discount for non-holiday stays.
We stayed at this home for a winter snow getaway. The location was great and the home had breathtaking views of Donner lake. The kitchen was well stocked and the kids enjoyed the kids room with 3 twin beds and a foosball table.
Perfect location for skiing Sugar Bowl. Amazing views of Donner Lake especially from the hot tub. Excellent communication with the host - prompt replies and good overall response. House is very clean and well maintained - especially appreciated the radiant heat An enjoyable space for 2 parents and 3 young adults.
The property is well kept, spacious, and endows the beautiful scene of Donner Lake across the street. The area is deliciously quiet, and most of the items you need to cook are available in the unit. We will definitely be back.
Beautiful home!!! Exceeded all expectations. We were skiing sugar bowl and the location was perfect. We went to boot fitters at palisades one day and felt that it was a good location to ski palisades as well. The view of the lake from the hot tub was amazing!! Wonderful vacation spot!
Great location overlooking Donner Lake. Very roomy and clean with views from the deck of the lake. Great amenities and nice gas grill on the deck allowing for fun BBQ and outdoor dining. We will be back. Thank you!
Our family loved our stay in this home and especially loved the view of the lake. Perfect location close to friends in Truckee and short drives to ski resorts and other fun places. Rivian charging station is less than 5 min away from the house. Hot tub was key and my girls loved staying in the game room. Would stay here again in the future!
The location was very good and the view of property was fantastic, closed to all restaurants skiing
Overall, we were happy stayed at this property and I, as a host recommend to my friends and others this place is very good , however when I booked this property the pictures and informations was exactly matched the same that I wanted, but one week before checking they mentioned that one of the shower of 3 bathrooms is out of order because of leaking, so one of my senior’s guest couldn’t use the other bath tub.
zari j.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2023
Thank you for choosing this property for your recent stay! We would love your private feedback and to host you again. If you'd like to book a future vacation with us please visit our company website for Tahoe Mt. Properties and we can give you a $50 return guest discount for non-holiday stays.
About the host
Hosted by Tahoe Mountain Properties
Tahoe Mountain Properties specializes in nightly rentals and ski leases in the north Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Donner Lake and surrounding resort areas. Rent with us and your memorable Tahoe vacation awaits! Arrive to your vacation home with the lights turned on and the heat turned up. Concierge services are available upon request and an after hours emergency cell phone number will be provided. We look forward to hosting you!
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