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West End Donner Lake, Lake Side, Dog Friendly, Lake View.

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Master King Bedroom
Bathroom #1
Bedroom #2

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Bowl Resort
  • Place, Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

West End Donner Lake, Lake Side, Dog Friendly, Lake View.

The cabin sits where Lakeview Creek enters Donner Lake. Listen to the babbling creek and unwind on our deck as you look out over the lake. Take a walk, or bike ride on our cruiser bikes, to the beach. The deck area is the prime entertainment spot. It's a sunny little spot. Perfect for afternoon BBQ's and entertaining. Inside the pine log walls take you back in time, but there are modern finishes. The kitchen has all new stainless appliances. The living room has a 'smart' TV with internet capability. In fact, the entire cabin has wifi, and two of the three bedrooms have TV's as well. For longer stays you will appreciate the laundry room. And there is plenty of parking 'off street'. It's a level driveway that is plowed all winter, and there's a covered walkway, so no snow shoveling to access the cabin! Soooo close to Sugar Bowl :)

PLEASE NOTE: We manage requests, so weeklong reservations take precedent over short stay requests from June 7th to Sept 15th, and from December 20th-January 3rd. Three-day reservations take precedent on holiday weekends. To keep cleaning fees reasonable, we ask guests to launder towels and linens used during their stay, and if there is a concern, they bring their own towels to lessen departure procedures. Beds DO NOT need to be made. Please inquire before your stay, and we can have the cleaner do the forementioned cleaning for an additional $70.

Keywords: Renovated Log Cabin, Modern Conveniences, Beach, dog Friendly

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Observe private property signs Park only in our driveway Keep pets off beds and furniture, or extra cleaning fee may apply
Mess that requires extra cleaning, including steam or dry cleaning will result in extra fees. My cleaners inspect and take pictures after every stay.
No gas fire pits, or outdoor burning allowed on the property. Guests are asked to wash and dry towels, or they can pay $70 for this service.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Truckee

Located on the waterfront, this cabin is in Donner Lake Woods, a neighbourhood in Truckee. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West End Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Donner Ski Ranch - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 19 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 11 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West End Donner Lake, Lake Side, Dog Friendly, Lake View. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at West End Donner Lake, Lake Side, Dog Friendly, Lake View.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West End Donner Lake, Lake Side, Dog Friendly, Lake View.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West End Donner Lake, Lake Side, Dog Friendly, Lake View. located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cabin in Donner Lake Woods is within a 5-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Donner Memorial State Park and West End Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Great deck to relax ant and have meals. Comfy beds and seating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, beautiful views, short drive to skiing
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great mountain getaway!

We loved this house. Very cozy, plenty of space, well equipped. Great quiet neighborhood on Donner Lake, and close to lots of outdoor activities and downtown Truckee.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

I am in Truckee every week but wanted to stay for the weekend with my daughter. Communication with the property owner is fantastic. Home is warm and cozy. Gave us the perfect down time and downtown Truckee was about 15 minutes away. Great drive to Mountain Brew coffee at the other end of the lake in the early morning gives all the feels driving by the lake without people. If you want the easy, hide away low key rest weekend this is the place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autumn at Donner Lake

This was our second stay at Robert’s Roost. Perfect weather to enjoy the beautiful deck with a view of Donner Lake. The cabin was very clean and so cozy. Hope to come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Ski Weekend

This cabin was exactly what we were looking for. Came up for a long weekend for a family Ski weekend and it was perfect for our two kids (ages 6 and 8) and dog. The beds were comfortable, the cabin was clean and tidy and the owner was very accommodating. I would definitely recommend for a family to come stay and enjoy this cabin on dinner lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Donner Lake Cabin

We really enjoyed our Labor Day weekend at Jim’s cabin. The cabin was very comfortable and well-stocked. The layout of rooms is convenient. The deck was our favorite spot and we appreciated the fact that it’s fully enclosed, as we came with our pet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin for a “Girls” Trip

This cabin was perfect for my two lifelong friends and myself. It was clean, every bed and sofa was comfortable. Every item we reached for during meal prep was there. Quiet neighborhood, and no traffic noise. Within walking distance to the West entrance of Donner Lake Beach. Kayak and paddle boards available for rent, and there is pickle ball court.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Great cozy getaway for the family

I went to the cabin after some snow, and had a great time with the family. It was a nice clean cabin that had everything that we needed. A quiet and intimate location, that was right by the beach, and close to the snow parks. We really enjoyed our time at the cabin and we would go back again. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook, and the store was a few minutes away. We went to a free snow park by Boreal, which was about 10 minutes away. Our 2 year old son had a blast, and our dog had fun too.

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly setting in a wonderful cabin

Roberts Roost Cabin is equipped with everything including a canoe and bikes! As a cook, I was so pleased with all the cooking utensils, pots and pans plus. Really the only thing one needs to bring are food, clothes and toiletries. The very clean cabin is located next to a babbling water tributary into Donner Lake. Sitting on the deck listening to the water rolling over the rocks was the best for relaxing, and seeing the sunrise over Donner Lake from the deck was just wonderful. The host was responsive, accommodating and very nice. My family and I look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet rustic cabin

Had a great stay here. This cabin is unique — while it is more rustic than many of the cabins we have rented in the Donner area (e.g., old school with a single small common space, pellet stove for heat in single common room upstairs, old fixtures, etc) it is in an amazing location near the lake and right on the edge of the creek. The small kitchen has lots of cooking utensils, but no dishwasher. The bedrooms are small but the beds were comfy. Jim was an excellent and communicative host and the cabin is very well priced. A small heads up: you should be aware that Jim requests that guests wash all the linens before leaving (e.g. towels, bedding). This is not typical in my experience for rentals, and took a little coordination on our part. Overall terrific stay though, and grateful to Jim for sharing the home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Donner Lake Retreat

We spent a week at the lake over Christmas/New Years' Eve (we left the 30th). Cozy cabin, excellent location, good access even in snowstorm. Excellent communication from/with owner. As others have noted, though there are enough beds to sleep 7, the public spaces (living room/dining, kitchen) are a little tight—we were totally comfortable with 3, 4 or 5 would probably work fine, but more than that would be hard to manage at mealtimes. The kitchen is adequately supplied with equipment, though if you're much of a chef you might want to bring your own knife (or a sharpener), and we didn't find a coffee grinder, so if you drink coffee, grind it first. Combination of heater and pellet stove kept everyone warm. Upstairs bedroom with king bed is the coziest, though the mattress was a little too soft for our backs. Internet worked fine, but the TV controls were a bit mystifying and we had mixed success accessing what we were trying to find. Overall excellent stay, and we would consider booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a neat little old school cabin! We felt the love!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extreme attentiveness and great communication, before during and after the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was charming, very clean with comfy beds. My rating went from excellent to good only because the dryer took forever to complete as we were required to wash and dry linens and towels. Other than that, it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Donner Lake getaway

Cozy cabin near the lake. Loved the views, the deck, the quaint windows, beds were comfy. Very small kitchen with no dishwasher, it was amusing for a short stay but would get tiresome for longer stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The running creek beside the house is absolutely beautiful

Would definitely come to this place again we had a wonderful relaxing time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This place was in a great location on Donner Lake. 2 minute drive to the park nine minute drive to the store. The house was neat and tidy. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little spot

Quaint place right next to babbling brook. Everything we wanted!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin

Great cabin by the lake, easy access to larger towns. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

david v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Babbling Brook Blissful Donner Lake Uber Quaint Cabin

Our second stay here. We love walking the neighborhood and the lakeside park with Maestro. We have guests stop for dinner on the way in and out of Tahoe, and had great times with a full house. The feeling on the being on the lake beats any random cabin in Tahoe. Feels Very Private! Always happy to get to cabin sooner than fighting more traffic and the same on the way out!HIghly recommended!! 5 stars and Jim Roberts is super nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

annie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Donner Lake Cabin

Great property and location. We dropped something into one of the floor vents and had to remove the vent cover. It was very dirty in the vent, perhaps time for a clean. Otherwise allgood.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Dog Friendly Cabin

The cabin was adorable and very comfortable. The pellet stove keeps it nice and warm. Everything was well laid out and explained so the cabin was super user friendly as well. And it's only a 10 min drive to Sugar Bowl! I would highly recommend to anyone looking for that perfect old school ski cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin on Donner Lake

Super cute cabin, very well laid out. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roberts Roost

The cabin was very warm and cozy. The owner was very responsive and friendly. I’ll definitely be returning for another stay. Highly recommended this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jim Roberts

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This is our "cabin", and it's perfect for families and small groups of friends. We ski at Sugar Bowl, and boat and paddle board on the lake in the summer. We road and mtn bike as well. There are terrific mtn bike trails right down the street. And the hiking in the area is truly amazing.

Why they chose this property

The fact that the bike riding is so superb right from the property was a huge surprise. And Donner Lake is just our style of relaxation. We like Tahoe, but Donner has a mellower vibe, less hectic, and more alpine. We enjoy hosting BBQs on our deck and listening to the creek and looking out at the lake.

What makes this property unique

This is a cabin. Its fully renovated with modern conveniences, but the pine logs make it feel rustic and alpine. This is a great family spot. You can park the car and never use it again once you arrive. Everything is close by. If you brought your boat hit the lake. Morning pulls are the best, but evenings are awesome with the sun setting over Donner Peak. And the fishing around Lakeview Creek is the best on Donner Lake. Just don't tell anyone.
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