Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake
Newly dog friendly, max dogs is 2, fee is $150 per dog per stay
Fall in love with The Wagon Wheel Lake House at Donner Lake. The Wagon Wheel Lake House is immersed in the solitude and beauty of nature with all the amenities and comforts of modern living. This home is steps away from the shores of Donner Lake, mountain comfort food restaurants, and Truckee's best ice cream! Cozy up near the wood burning stove in the winter, and enjoy summer sunsets among the trees or on Donner Lake. Golf courses, ski resorts, and hiking trails are at your fingertips! Exceptional mountain biking and lake activities are just out your front door. Arrive at the home off Donner Pass Rd. There 4 parking spaces in the parking lot (No street parking allowed).
Guests enjoy a full kitchen, spacious living and dining room area with a wood burning stove and comfortable couch. The second floor that includes two queen bedrooms, with a bathroom in between. The bathroom is equipped with a convenient tub and shower combo. There is a small loft that has a 2 twin trundle bed. Dining table has seats 4, with 2 barrel chairs with small coffee table to accommodate a dining space for 6. The newly remodeled deck has great forest views with patio furniture. Stay toasty warm in the winter and enjoy the relaxing Donner Lake breeze in the summer with beautiful forest views from deck. The full bathroom is on the second floor with tub and shower combo. There is a external laundry closet next to the front steps of the home with a washer and dryer.
Donner Lake's West End Beach is a two-minute walk away offering family beach play, swimming, and pickleball. Historic Downtown Truckee is 10-minutes away to access restaurants, boutique shopping, and town events and nightlife. Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, Donner Ski Ranch, and Donner Memorial State Park are less than 10-minute drive. Soda Spring Ski Area and Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Area are 15-minutes away. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar Ski Resorts are 20-minutes. Donner Memorial State Park is just down the road and offers a historical museum, hiking and snowshoe trails, and exceptional mountain biking. Legendary Lake Tahoe is a 25-minute drive!
There is no AC at most properties in Tahoe. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day.
Please remember that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are rare, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try to accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis.
STR 21-0146 Parking Spots: 4 Please note this property has no garage.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 4082031vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Truckee
Located in Donner Lake Woods, a neighbourhood in Truckee, this cabin is in a rural area 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Northstar California Resort - 25 min drive - 27.5 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 10 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Coffeebar Bakery - 7 min drive
Tahoe Donner - 16 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal) - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake on 4 June 2026 start from AU$322, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wagon Wheel Lake House - Cozy Donner Cabin, 2 Minute Walk To Donner Lake located?
Located in Donner Lake Woods, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of West End Beach and Donner Lake. Tahoe National Forest and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The cabin is clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. It has all the usual amenities. The only downside is there’s no place to walk your dog because Donner Pass Road is busy and there is no sidewalk or path.
David Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2026
Thank you for your review! For future guests, there is a large neighborhood right behind the home that is great for walking your dogs!
This is such a beautiful cabin. 5 adults and 1 kiddo were in our group and we had plenty of space, never feeling overcrowded. Location is perfect, right off of 80 and a 3 minute walk right to the entrance of West End Beach. Can't wait to go back this summer.
Host was very welcoming and communicative, cabin itself was perfect and wonderful price. The toaster was faulty and started smoking anytime we tried to use it, and additionally the fireplace wouldn't sustain a fire for us, despite having special firestarter kindling (we struck out two nights in a row despite great effort so gave up on the third night ). The good news is the central heating worked great, the cabin was very cozy and the host was very responsive anytime I reached out to communicate. Great customer service and we would definitely stay here again.
Nicole B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2026
Thank you for the review! For future guests, the toaster has been replaced.
The house is super retro cute and a great location, near the Pub, beach, and ice cream. The only downside is that I'm a sensitive sleeper and got woken up a few times in the night by loud trucks or motorcycles coming down from the Pass, but it was minimal (and just me affected!). Highly recommend this place for a group of 4.
Ashley R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback Ashley, we appreciate it and would love to host you again in the future!
Tahoe Mountain Properties specializes in nightly rentals and ski leases in the north Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Donner Lake and surrounding resort areas. Rent with us and your memorable Tahoe vacation awaits! Arrive to your vacation home with the lights turned on and the heat turned up. Concierge services are available upon request and an after hours emergency phone number will be provided. We look forward to hosting you!
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