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Lakefront Perfection in Truckee Guest favorite

Dog-friendly lakefront home with fast WiFi, private dock, & 180-degree views

  • 8 guests
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 5 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • Check in  after 4:00 PM
  • Check out  before 10:00 AM

Overview

Permit #: 005358
Occupancy: 8

Set right on the rippling, crystal clear waters of Donner Lake and boasting 180-degree panoramic views of the mountains to the south, this wonderful, two-story vacation rental offers an extremely comfortable and serene location for the perfect family vacation! Enjoy plentiful sunshine throughout the year both inside and out while you prepare your favorite recipes in the well-equipped, full kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a five-burner gas range. Dine together indoors at the breakfast bar, at the cozy kitchen table, or al fresco out on the deck complete with a gas grill for summertime cookouts. And in the evenings, settle into the inviting living area warmed by a wood-burning stove and stream your favorite shows and movies on the flatscreen TV. Back outside, discover 50-feet of easy access, a private waterfront and dock, perfect for swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding. Fireplace will be out of service as long as this message is on the listing. There is alternative heat in the home.

For your convenience, there is a market directly across the street for essentials as well as Donner Lake Kitchen, one of Truckee's most popular breakfast restaurants. Guests will also find community tennis and basketball courts at West End Beach, a 10-acre recreational park, just a little over two miles west.


Things to Know
Free high-speed WiFi
A sofabed in the living area provides an extra sleeping space
Beach towels provided
No lifeguard on duty.
Swimming is at own risk.
Use of dock is at own risk.
Two family dogs (up to 80 pounds) are welcome
While chains are required in all vehicles in winter, a 4x4 or similar is recommended
* Please remember to bring your own firewood for the wood stove
* Use of the dock is at your own risk. The dock is available for access to the waterfront only. Boats may not be kept or moored at the dock.

Please note: Guests must not swim to the right (west) side of the dock, as this is the designated swimming area for the neighboring property. We appreciate your cooperation in respecting our neighbors' private waterfront area.

Permit Number

005358

Other things to note

Pets are welcome at this property for an additional pet fee of $200 per stay. Please add your pet during the booking process or contact us prior to arrival so the fee can be applied.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen bed

Bedroom 3

1 queen bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed


Amenities

  • BBQ grill
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Beach
  • Beach front
  • Beach view
  • Beach access
  • Bed linens
  • Blender
  • Coffee maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer
  • Dryer in common space
  • Essentials
  • Free parking on premises
  • Garage
  • Hair dryer
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot water
  • Ice maker
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Internet
  • Iron
  • Kitchen
  • Lake
  • Lake Front
  • Lake access
  • Long term stays allowed
  • Mountain view
  • Oven
  • Patio or balcony
  • Pets allowed
  • Stove
  • TV
  • Towels provided
  • Washer
  • Washer in common space
  • Water view
  • Waterfront
  • Wireless internet

Your new corner of the world

Exact address will be provided after booking.

Home in Truckee, California


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Reviews

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Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

September 2026

The home was spacious, very clean, stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and absolutely amazing location on the lake. Our family and pup had a wonderful time enjoying the outdoor space on the dock. We're already planning our next visit. Highly recommend!

Avari response:

We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful time at our lakefront home! It sounds like you made the most of the outdoor space on the dock, which is truly a special spot for enjoying the beauty of Donner Lake. We take pride in providing a clean and comfortable environment, so it’s great to know the spacious layout and stocked kitchen met your needs.

We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit—there’s always more to explore and enjoy!

Anonymous Review from Airbnb

September 2026

Highly recommend! Gorgeous, cozy and comfortable property right on the lake with private dock. The process of renting this property was smooth and the management team was very responsive - fantastic communication. The beds were very comfortable and the property was well stocked - we had everything we needed. We cooked a lot and everything in the kitchen was high-end. I mean when on the lake who needs to go out for meals. The property was a quick drive to town for quaint shopping, wine tasting and live music. We will book again.

Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

September 2026

Great place. Nice dock and water access.We highly recommend parking your car in the garage. We parked in the driveway under the large pine trees, there were high winds which blew the young, dense, heavy pinne cones off the high branches, which caused significant damage to our car.

Avari response:

We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the dock and water access during your stay! It sounds like you made the most of the beautiful setting. We appreciate your recommendation about parking in the garage; those pine cones can definitely be a bit unpredictable, especially in windy conditions. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway by the lake soon!

Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

July 2026

This location is absolutely breathtaking and being right on the water with your own dock was amazing. The house is spacious and the views from every room are unbeatable. We especially loved seeing the train go across the mountain on the other side of the lake, which was clearly visible from the sitting area of the main deck. Of all the VRBOs we have stayed in, this is definitely one of our absolute favorites! Everything was very clean and there was everything we needed from a coffee maker to all kinds of pots, pans, baking materials, and weber grill. Our dog really enjoyed the stairs that lead directly into the lake and we all loved sitting out on the well appointed lower seating area. Honestly I cannot imagine a better location and a nicer house. We highly recommend staying here!

Avari response:

Thank you, Gregory, for sharing such a wonderful review of your stay with us. We're thrilled to hear that you found the location breathtaking and enjoyed the spaciousness of the house. It’s fantastic that you and your dog made the most of the direct access to the lake and the lovely seating areas.

We take great pride in ensuring our homes are clean and well-equipped, so it’s heartwarming to know you had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. The views and the train crossing the mountain really do add a unique charm to the experience, don’t they?

Your recommendation means the world to us, and we would love to welcome you back for another memorable getaway.

LUCAS S

September 2025

The views don’t get any better

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