A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner

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A lakeside view from a balcony with a dock, boats, and a forested hill in the background.
A lakeside property with docked boats, a house with a balcony, and outdoor seating.
House and marina
A corridor with a sloped ceiling, large windows, and a metal grate floor.
A long dining table set for a meal with chairs, a kitchen area with a brick wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Donner Lake

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Gas barbecue

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Tahoe National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Hall Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Lakeside Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Unit 3 bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Unit #4 Bedroom

1 King Bed

Unit #4 Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

6 bathrooms

Bunk room Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Hallway Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Unit #3 en suite

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Unit #3 Living room

Toilet · Shower only

Unit #4 bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this holiday home is on 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. Olympic Valley Park and Village Ice Skating Rink are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Tahoe National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Donner Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Armstrong - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Emigrant Trail Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 5 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco's Jalisco - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$7,141, 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 A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A gorgeous lakefront property and marina on the sunny side of Donner located?

Nestled on the beach, this Truckee holiday home is just steps away from Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.2/10

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
Our group of 12 adults had a wonderful 3-night stay, with plenty of space to share or have privacy. We loved being right on the water on the "sunny side" of the lake. The house was well-equipped with much more than the average vacation rental. The hosts have put much love and and attention to detail into making it a home away from home. We hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed with 3 other families with young children. Even with the weather taking a turn we were able to have the best time because of this house. Awesome layout for multiple families. Docks and lake toys were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had plenty of room for our family of 10. The location of the house and the water toys (kayaks, canoe, paddleboards, trampoline, pedal boat, row boat, sail boat) that were available was absolutely amazing. It was a water toy Disneyland. The kids and adults had a fantastic time here. The interior of the house is a bit dated, but everything else this house offered more than made up for it. We would come back and stay here again in a second.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Management on 28 October 2026
Thank you for your review, Jerry. I'm happy to say that we are planning a full remodel of the first floor of our home (kitchen and living area) for next fall (2027). We are excited to remedy the "dated" appearance!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came from all over the USA, Mexico and Australia for a family reunion and celebration of my daughter’s engagement. We had 3 generations that had spent summers on Donner lake and we had a wonderful time. The dock, kitchen, watercraft, laundry room and outdoor gathering spaces were excellent!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was easy and quick. The house was really well laid out for adults and adults with families. Most bedrooms had attached bathrooms. The kitchen is extremely well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Supat 4th stay

Stay was wonderful just as our previous stays. Unfortunately, the paddle boat was not operable and in our previous stays that was fun for the wife and kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2024
Thank you Kelly, we are glad you enjoyed your stay and are sorry the paddle boat was not repairable after the last guest. We plan to purchase a new one for Summer 2025. Sadly, they don't build those things to last.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Family Cabin

Cabin was clean and very large; hosted our large family easily and comfortably. Very well stocked. Lots of water toys to enjoy the calmer end of the lake. Decks were sunny and spacious. The spa was a perfect treat after a day of playing on the water. We loved our stay and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Supat Winter Celebarations

This is our second visit to the property so we were familiar with it. We had a great time, but we are not much of winter folks so next visit will be in the summer again. Owners are very good to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very old cottage but very nice location

PRO’S: Amazing location on the lake Very nice owners Great kayaks and paddle boards CON’S: Very old and grimy Mouse problem Sailboat and motorboat were both broken and unusable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2026
Sorry for this delayed response! Happy to report that the sailboat and outboard are back in working order. The mouse problem is ubiquitous in homes on the lake, but we are continuously and aggressively working on this issue. The older apartment (#3) has been updated, and we are also planning an update/remodel of the main house in the next 2 years.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had an “excellent” adventure!

This fulfilled my dream and plan to celebrate my 75th birthday at Donner with my whole immediate family (14)!The house/cabin is interesting-a converted older motel! The lakeside location is the reason we chose this property- it’s perfect. Lots of water toys are offered, including a tutorial on the Hobie Cat ( which we did not need, but did use!) Spa looks new and was greatly appreciated by our tribe. Three owners were readily available, stopping by upon checkin, check out, and in between. The outboard was not working ( slight disappointment). There are a couple of flights of stairs to get to main kitchen and dining area, the upstairs bunk room, and over to the two living areas at street level. Access to pier and lake is fairly accessible with just slight steps down to lower patio. The kitchen is very well stocked with all kinds of appliances and there are two sets each of washers and dryers. I actually hate to recommend it too highly since that reduces my chances of it being available in the future for my family! But we created great memories once again and Donner will always have a very special place in our hearts! Thank you Hanns!
Looking down at the dock
From Donner summit
Bbquing on deck
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thank You Marci, We appreciate the review and look forward to hosting you and your family again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lakefront Location!

The house was perfectly sized for a group of us from work to spend a weekend in and enjoy the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family memories!

Our family gathered from Virginia, Illinois and CA to share a fantastic week of fun, adventure and relaxation! All 14 of us found this location, the weather and various "toys" provided to bind our family ever closer! What a beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Property & Location

Incredible water sports equipment. Owner was easy to deal with and communication was excellent. There were 14 of us: 8 adults and 6 children and we had plenty of room. Kitchen was very well stocked, definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot on the lake

We had a lovely long weekend at the lake house. There were plenty of beds for everyone -- and plenty of water sports to keep everyone entertained. I went in with medium expectations based on the pictures included on the listing but the pictures do not do the place justice. While it does have more of that cabin feel, it was spacious, clean, and much more updated than expected. We hope to return when the weather is a bit warmer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic vacation spit

Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

This place was so nice! Looks just like the pictures. Also the additional water amenities just topped it all off because we couldn’t stay out if the water.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique Opportunity - Fun for the whole family!

Bryon and Jay were great hosts and the property is simply amazing. The house is large and spacious with plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, multiple kitchens and lots of living space. But the greatest gem is the back yard sitting right on Donner Lake with private docks and included lake activities such as canoes, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, a peddle boat, sailboat and motor boat. We have an amazing time inside and out and cant wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Vacation!

The property is great and complete in amenities including paddleboards, boats. the water was perfect and safe for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing family get away

The location was the best. Our family enjoyed the hot tube and all the out door activity. Store close by. View is amazing. Neighbors were very nice.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream House

We had a fantastic week at Donner Lake. This house is beyond perfect. Plenty of space for our entire group, well equipped kitchen, and laundry room, and comfortable sleeping for all. But, the real highlight is the dock. We spent most of the week on the dock and on the lake. We had a blast using the paddle boards, pedal boats, and the canoe! Swimming and jumping off the dock was another highlight! We ate outside every night taking in the beautiful lake view! We hope to visit again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family gathering destination

Well stocked kitchens, wonderful docks and water equipment, location to park is excellent, home is comfortable with bedrooms and baths to serve a group or family. Perfect Donner Lake location.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Property for Large Family Events!

This property could not be more perfect for hosting a large family reunion. The house itself is laid out fantastic to sleep lots of people. There are separate living areas to keep earlier morning kids entertained and quiet while not disturbing those sleeping downstairs. 3 full functioning kitchens let us cook amazing group meals. The back yard, lake and marina allowed for so many different activities to happen simultaneously that we never left the property for 3 days straight and did not get bored! Byron was fantastic and so communicative and the cleaners were super helpful on arrival. Thank you for an amazing stay can't wait to do it again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful lake front property

This is a very comfortable house with incredible outdoor area. The variety of water craft provides water fun for all ages and skill. The kitchen is well stocked, there are plenty of towels and life jackets in every size. We had an incredible time and hope to come again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Family travel agent.

Three generations of our family stayed here for a week. We all enjoyed it tremendously. The water toys entertained all of us. We loved the decks and being right on the water., and the night views from there were fabulous. The trains across the lake fascinated us. The upstairs apartments were very nice. The downstairs kitchen shows its age more but the master bedroom was perfect for the "old folks" who wanted to be on the ground floor; the other three downstairs bedroom were small and less desirable. The kitchens were well stocked, and there are lots of games, puzzles and movie-access. Truckee is only a few miles away and Reno less than an hour. Everything was very clean when we arrived and we were greeted by both an owner and the housekeeper, both of them very welcoming.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Best vacation rental EVER!

My eight adult children agreed this was the best vacation rental of all previous summers. The house/location exceeded expectations! The sail boat, motor boat, kayak, canoe etc. were all used daily. The owner greeted us and was very cooperative. The main kitchen was well stocked with a myriad of cooking utensils, pots, pans, condiments etc., and the couples quartered in the other apartments were also well satisfied. The beds were comfortable, and the great room was a welcoming gathering place for everyone. Everything needed was supplied in abundance, including games, movies, books etc. The location is central and nearby state park, golf, parasailing, charter fishing, shopping were all great. We hope to include some grandchildren and great grandchildren next year.
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