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

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House and marina
Rental includes small motorboat, hobie cat sailboat, canoe, kayaks, SUPs & more
Lots of outodoor seating and beach lake access.
Gathering on lower deck
The main dock

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Emigrant Trail Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪55 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

About this property

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

A gorgeous lake front property and marina on the sunny side of Donner Lake, this property is the picture of serenity. If soaking up the warm sun on one of the many decks and docks, or splashing in the brisk clear Donner water appeals to you, this is the place for your vacation. The outdoor decks are perfect for sun bathing, reading your favorite book or watching grandkids play in the protected lagoon. Included in the rental are three SUPs (standup paddle boards), three kayaks, one canoe, one peddle boat, and a Hobie Cat sailboat. The main deck holds a large hot tub to complete your family recreation and relaxation options.

The house is separated into three areas. A main area downstairs at lake level with 4 bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen, 1 full+ 1 single, 4 singles) and 3 bathrooms. There is a large, well-supplied kitchen, dining table for 10, and a BBQ and two picnic tables on the deck for outdoor dining. Upstairs, two one bedroom apartments provide comfortable sleeping for 7 and three additional bathrooms. All units are connected by interior doors that can be closed for privacy if desired. Both apartments have private decks overlooking the water, state park and mountains.

There is ample parking with space for up to 9 cars.

Peaceful serenity meets summer activities as water skiing, sailing, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, biking and much more are right outside your door. Tennis and golf and the night life of Truckee are minutes away or make the 30 minute trip to Reno for shows and gambling. It is rare to find a location with such natural ambiance and so much to do so close by.

Additional features include: berthing room for a 26’ boat and mooring space for additional boats, large gas barbeque, wind blocked sun deck, laundry facilities, wet suit and towel hanging space, sandbox and toys and a small beach area. Walking distance to Donner State Park and campground and miles of trails, and a short drive to grocery stores, restaurants, and Old Town Truckee.

Make this summer vacation a memory you will cherish for a lifetime!

PLEASE NOTE: For health and safety reasons (high summer fire risk in this area) we DO NOT ALLOW SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY, INSIDE OR OUT

Town of Truckee Short Term Rental Registration Number: 004160

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Small gatherings and informal non-disrupting
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved pets with additional fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No confetti allowed.
Parking is provided for a maximum of 9 vehicles.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Small gatherings and informal non-disrupting
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, a first aid kit 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
Property Registration Number STR21-01101.

About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. 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 mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • 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
  • beach near Donner Pines Tract - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 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).

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?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 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. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

6/10 Okay

Julie G.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marci k.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark I.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic vacation spit

Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Elliot B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Levi B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosa O.

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

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

10/10 Excellent

maurine c.

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine W.

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

Jean B.

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

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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.

About the host

Hosted by Byron Hann

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We’re a group of four brothers who share a deep connection to this special Donner Lake home. It has been in our family for over 40 years, and we’ve taken great pride in caring for it and thoughtfully enhancing it over time. We’re committed to continually improving both the home and the guest experience, and we truly value the feedback of our renters as we strive to make every stay even more memorable.

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

What makes this property truly special is its perfect balance of togetherness and privacy—ideal for multi-generational families and memorable reunions. As the only home on the north shore of Donner Lake offering an expansive deck, hot tub, and private lounging docks, guests enjoy unparalleled lakefront access, stunning views, and a front-row seat to long, sun-filled days on the water. A variety of water toys adds to the fun, making it easy for everyone to relax or play at their own pace.

Inside, the home is thoughtfully designed for both connection and comfort, featuring a spacious lake-level living room for gathering, along with separate apartment-style spaces for added privacy. With three fully equipped kitchens, hosting large groups is effortless—whether you’re sharing meals together or enjoying quiet moments apart.
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