Overlooks Donner Lake

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9.9Outstanding
(189 Ratings)
Lovely cabin with beautiful lake views, cozy and well-equipped for a perfect family getaway.
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9.9 / 10
Outstanding(189 Ratings)

Cabin in Truckee, CA

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this cabin rental

PLEASE NOTE: The Town of Truckee has implemented new short-term rental guidelines that limit the number of guests to 2 per bedroom. Since the cabin has three bedrooms, plus the sleeping loft, that limits the number of guests allowed. However, the ordinance does allow for the addition of 2 children aged 12 and younger, which brings the total number of guests allowed to 8.

Enjoy the views of beautiful Donner Lake and Schallenberger Ridge in the Central Sierra Nevada Range from our cozy cabin's large deck or front windows. Our cabin is located in the middle of snow country. Northstar, Palisades Tahoe (Squaw Valley), Alpine Meadows, Donner Ski Ranch, Sugar Bowl, Royal Gorge and Tahoe Donner are all within 15-20 minutes from our door. Ice fishing up the hill at Prosser Lake. Donner State Park, which is just a mile and a half from us at the end of the lake, has trails for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
As our cabin has direct access to the lake; in summer, fish or swim off the dock in front of us, enjoy the many water sports possible on the lake, or take a 20 minute ride over to North Tahoe to enjoy the 'big lake' on the mountain. There are 7 golf courses within 15-18 minute drive, historic Truckee and the Transcontinental Railroad to explore. Rock climbing, hiking, shopping, live music /concerts, mountain biking in the area, are all possibilities. Gambling/Casinos in Reno about 35 minutes up Interstate 80.
Our cabin is approximately 1400 square feet in size with space for two cars to park right by the back door. The main entrance to the cabin is from the back. As you enter, you have the kitchen on your right and a door into the main level bedroom and bathroom on your left. This bedroom has a queen bed and the bathroom has a tub/shower combination. Beyond the eating bar is the living area with an 8 foot dining table on one side and a couch and loveseat facing the fireplace on the other. Downstairs there are two bedrooms and a small bath. One bedroom has two twins and the other bedroom has a queen bed. From the downstairs hallway, you can go into another hallway that has a washer and dryer, a wood room that houses the wood for the fireplace and a door to the outside to take steps down to the road and lake. The loft is open to the main level and has 4 twin beds. Three of these beds are very close to each other. There is another parking pad at lake level for one car.
THIS IS A NO SMOKING PROPERTY. NO PETS.

Amenities at Overlooks Donner Lake

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10
Outstanding(189 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Lovely cabin with beautiful lake views, cozy and well-equipped for a perfect family getaway.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Great location, super cozy cabin! Had the perfect winter log cabin on the lake vibe.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Cabin was well located, across from lake and close to many ski resorts
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Host was great and everything was very clean which we really appreciated!
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
The cabin was clean, beautiful, and extra cozy, with thoughtful touches like heated blankets on the beds.We had a small hiccup with the fireplace, but Norma and Bill were quick to respond, addressing our concerns and helping us resolve the issue right away.My boys loved having sleds to play with in the snow, and the cabin was incredibly comfortable for all of us.It was a wonderful snowed-in experience in a cozy cabin at beautiful Donner Lake.We look forward to staying again!—Nicole and family

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cabin?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Overlooks Donner Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Overlooks Donner Lake pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Overlooks Donner Lake?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.


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