Donner Lake Cottage | Pet Friendly Cottage w/Yard | Cottage in Truckee

10.0 (32 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  7 Guests
Donner Lake Woods Cottage | Donner Lake Cottage | Pet Friendly Cottage w/Yard

3 Bedroom Cottage in Donner Lake Woods, Truckee

Discover cozy mountain lake living in our charming 3-bedroom + loft cottage, just a 5 minute walk to the beach and 20 minute drive to popular ski resorts!
Enjoy the brand new lake-themed decor, stylish furnishings, and an upgraded kitchen.
This cabin is perfect for living the mountain lake life, and we welcome one well-behaved dog.
Experience blissful mountain peace at Donner Lake Cottage—no parties, please!
While we won't be available in person, we're here for you every step of the way, from planning to post-stay! Tahoe Co Host Collective is our trusted partner in ensuring you have an amazing time at Donner Lake.. Reach out anytime for assistance—we're happy to help!
There is so much to do at Donner Lake! Enjoy paddle boarding, boating, picnics on the Donner Docks, hiking, biking, water activities, and the Donner Museum.
You are an 8 minute drive to Truckee, and a 10 minute drive to downtown Truckee. In Truckee, you will find a lot of restaurants, shopping, outdoor stores, and more. Just down the street from the home, there is a local market you can walk to in under 5 minutes.
West End beach is just up the road - about a 9 minute walk. Take your morning coffee and sit out and enjoy the peaceful lake. Bring a picnic down and spend the day swimming in the lake! You can also head to the public docks on the North side of the lake - about a 5 minute drive. We are also close to our favorite breakfast spot - Donner Lake Kitchen - only 3 miles away. You will also find a small market, Sticks Market, where you can find groceries and pre-made items.
Donner Lake is a wonderful spot for a family vacation throughout the year. Because our lot is flat, you don’t have to worry about getting up and down steep hills or driveways! We are very accessible.
Plus, you can escape the traffic of Tahoe and really enjoy a vacation on the lake without the hustle and bustle of being on Lake Tahoe.
Guests have access to the entire house with the exception of a few locked closets.
Welcome to Donner Lake Cottage!
Quaint yet sophisticated, our cabin is located on the West shore of gorgeous Donner Lake. Our 3-bedroom + loft home features a bright, updated kitchen, a full bath, a private backyard, and is close to tons of fun outdoor activities. We love furry friends and welcome one dog during your stay.
Recently redecorated, our home boasts stylish interior furnishings, including a farmhouse-style dining table, comfortable living room couch and chairs, cozy beds and bedding, and new kitchen appliances.
Guests have access to:
- The backyard with a BBQ and fire pit
- The front yard with a cute picnic table and hammock
- The porch, perfect for relaxing underneath the pines
Home Highlights:
- Pet-friendly: bring your pup!
- Open concept living area with new furniture
- Three outdoor areas for complete outdoor living
- Minutes from the beach
- Heating and air-conditioning
- 48” TV in the living room
- Close to hiking, biking, skiing, and historic Donner Summit Bridge
- Fully equipped kitchen
- 3 comfortable bedrooms accommodating up to 7 guests
Walk into this charming cottage and find a bright, open living, dining, and kitchen area that leads straight out to the private backyard, where you'll find a BBQ for afternoon cookouts and a fire pit for summer nights. The first bedroom with a queen-sized bed, access to the backyard, Biddeford blankets, AC, and more is on this level, along with a full bathroom and laundry room.
Upstairs, you'll find the master bedroom with a comfortable king-sized bed, another bedroom with a twin and a full, and an open loft with two twin beds.
Downstairs, enjoy a cozy porch with two rocking chairs and a front yard with a picnic table for outdoor dining.
During your stay, you will have access to our washer/dryer, WiFi, and room for three parked cars.
Come enjoy the best of mountain lake living at Donner Lake Cottage!
10-12 minutes from downtown Truckee
Close to multiple ski areas
Sugar Bowl: 6.5 miles
Squaw Alpine: 13 miles
Northstar: 11.7 miles
20 minute drive to Tahoe City/Lake Tahoe
Please let us know prior to booking if you are bringing 1 dog with you.
Outdoor furniture may not be available in the winter months (October - May).
STR Permit # 001682 | Maximum Overnight Occupancy (Adults 13+): 8 | 3 Parking Spaces | Truckee’s STR Rules Listed in House Rules/Rental Agreement | Anytime a pet/service animal is outside of the home and is not in a fully fenced backyard, the pet/service animal must be kept on a leash and accompanied by the owner.

Donner Lake Cottage | Pet Friendly Cottage w/Yard is located in Donner Lake Woods. Donner Lake Cottage | Pet Friendly Cottage w/Yard provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Ocean View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Cottage features Child Friendly, Ocean View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Donner Lake Cottage | Pet Friendly Cottage w/Yard has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Donner Lake Woods has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Donner Lake Woods, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 1120 sq ft (104 sq m)
  • English
  • French
  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 001682 property registration number str21-00018, 001682 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

License number: 001682

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Lindsay G.
Jul 7, 2025 11:35:26 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: So close to beach and great amenities! Will definitely be back
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