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.
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
Map of Truckee, CA
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsLovely cabin with beautiful lake views, cozy and well-equipped for a perfect family getaway.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
We had a great stay in this wonderful home right across from Donner Lake. Clean and comfortable. Perfect location for skiing Sugar Bowl, with quick and easy access to Truckee. Nancy and Bill were communicative and helpful. We'd love to stay here again. Thanks!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
We loved the view of Donner Lake and the wonderful veranda. There were lots of very nice dishes and plenty of cook ware. We loved our stay. Highly recommend it.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
I rented the cabin to celebrate my 60th birthday with a group of girlfriends and had a wonderful time. Cute little cabin, great views, easy access, and lots to do in the vicinity.As a light sleeper, it was just a little tough sleeping downstairs because the floors are super creaky.
8 / 10Excellent·Feb 2026
Host was very welcoming and good communication and directions ahead of our stay. Beautiful view of the lake! Easy access to Truckee and the Donner Lake region.This was our first time ever having a departure checklist for a property - I understand why they want that accountability.Was a surprise that no beds had linens on them when we arrived. Maybe I missed that in the listing?Would have been good to have photos of the very steep stairs with open railing going to the loft area - definitely not safe for littles (which is why we appreciated the baby gates!)Would have been nice to have some kid-friendly plates/cups so as to not risk breaking anything (we didn't, but we were worried about it).
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9.9Outstanding
(195 Ratings)
Lovely cabin with beautiful lake views, cozy and well-equipped for a perfect family getaway.
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