10/10 Excellent
Paula A.
Dec 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin on the Lake and close to skiing!
Paula A.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Entire home
Rustic Pet Friendly Donner Lake Cottage
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7104 sq m
Popular amenities
- Pet friendlyPet friendly
- FireplaceFireplace
- Air conditioningAir conditioning
- Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
- WasherWasher
- DryerDryer
Check-in time
4:00 PM
Check-out time
11:00 AM
Explore the area
CA, Truckee
- Donner Lake3 min walk
- West End Beach13 min walk
- Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area22 min drive
- Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)48 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Rustic Pet Friendly Donner Lake Cottage
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!
*Note: Our neighbor is undergoing a remodel and they are doing their best to be respectful and gracious to all guests.*
*Furnishings and amenities will be furnished as described whenever possible. In the event that an item is damaged/broken/lost the owner will restock as soon as possible. All items in description/pictures are not guaranteed.*
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!
*Note: Our neighbor is undergoing a remodel and they are doing their best to be respectful and gracious to all guests.*
*Furnishings and amenities will be furnished as described whenever possible. In the event that an item is damaged/broken/lost the owner will restock as soon as possible. All items in description/pictures are not guaranteed.*
Property manager
Caterina & the Tahoe Cohost Collective team
Languages
English, French
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Concierge services
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
- Near a hospital
- On a lake
Things to do
- Snow sports gear on site
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- 1 unit
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,120 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number STR21-00018, 001682
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Truckee
This cottage is located in Donner Lake Woods, a neighborhood in Truckee, and is in the mountains and on a lake. 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. KidZone Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
What's nearby
- Donner Lake - 3 min walk
- Donner Memorial State Park - 4 min walk
- West End Beach - 13 min walk
- Sugar Bowl Resort - 20 min drive
- Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 22 min drive
Getting around
- Truckee Station - 11 min drive
- Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Taco Bell - 9 min drive
- Wild Cherries Coffee House - 10 min drive
- Tacos Jalisco - 10 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustic Pet Friendly Donner Lake Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Rustic Pet Friendly Donner Lake Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rustic Pet Friendly Donner Lake Cottage?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rustic Pet Friendly Donner Lake Cottage located?
Located in Donner Lake Woods, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Donner Lake and Donner Memorial State Park. West End Beach is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M., marin county, ca
Oct 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great neighborhood and great house!
This house has everything you need for your stay. The fenced backyard was perfect for the dogs. We also met so many friendly neighbors on our walks. The location is great for access to many trails and we also enjoyed time on the public piers along the lake! So much fun! Will return.
Michelle M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
W Scott K., San Francisco
Sep 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Bears
How awesome? I was sitting at the table next to a giant window when.... Shock and awe... a mama bear and three cubs passed between this and the neighbor's property, but for the window, they were 5 feet away at 6:30 AM. How cool is that? That's old Tahoe cool.
W Scott K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
cory p.
Jun 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family House
House was exactly what we expected. Walkable to the West End of the Lake. Perfect for toddlers (ages 3 and 2….we know we bring the danger lol) Host replies super quick. We will be back next Summer!
cory p.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay B., Scottsdale, USA
Jun 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family spot
Our family of 4 + dog had a wonderful stay at Caternia's cottage. It was very clean and well stocked, and we had plenty of room. Having stayed in a lot of rentals over the years, I appreciated the quality of the items- thick fluffy towels, a well stocked kitchen, and even a cordless vacuum for quick clean-ups. Overall a wonderful stay and we would definitely return!
Lindsay B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
jory a.
May 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cabin and Location
We continue to rent this cabin and enjoy every visit. The owner is amazing and so responsive and kind.
The property is well maintained and has an amazing backyard and a perfect location.
We are already talking about our next visit. Love this place!
jory a.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sarah L.
Nov 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and sweet cottage
We had the best stay at the Donner Lake cottage. So well decorated, cozy, the softest sheets and so close to the lake. It was a perfect stay for our family of 4! Thanks again!
Sarah L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
jory a.
Sep 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
We continue to come back - great cabin!
This is our third visit and we always have an amazing time. Great cottage, well maintained, easy and great communication with the owners. The location and enclosed yard makes it the perfect spot for us. We will be back again soon!
jory a.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Pat C.
Jul 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and comfortable cabin.
Very comfortable. Slept very well. Lots of room and nice yard with fire pit and lights.
Pat C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Amanda E.
Jul 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin Near the Lake
This cabin is incredibly clean and comfortable. The neighborhood is friendly and very fun to walk around. We brought our dog with us on the trip and the cabin was perfectly set up to accommodate pets.
Amanda E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021