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Second-floor lakefront condo with scenic views & easy access to town & slopes

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, wooden coffee table, and a television.
A wooden dock extending into a body of water with a mountainous backdrop.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, and large windows overlooking a body of water.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a dishwasher, and a small island with bar stools.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with a red and white patterned bedspread, a wooden dresser with drawers, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with red curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Donner Lake

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Tahoe National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Truckee

Located in Truckee, this condo is in the mountains and on the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Olympic Valley Park, or check out an event or a game at Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Tahoe National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Donner Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Armstrong - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Emigrant Trail Museum - 1 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 5 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco's Jalisco - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Second-floor lakefront condo with scenic views & easy access to town & slopes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Second-floor lakefront condo with scenic views & easy access to town & slopes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Second-floor lakefront condo with scenic views & easy access to town & slopes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Second-floor lakefront condo with scenic views & easy access to town & slopes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Second-floor lakefront condo with scenic views & easy access to town & slopes located?

Nestled on the beach, this Truckee condo building is just steps away from Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Emigrant Trail Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well appointed, and beautiful lake view. We'd stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Donner Lake was great!

Property was great. Location was easy to find and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

The property was clean and comfortable. The view of the lake and location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Rental

Great rental in Tahoe. Beautiful location and great amenities. Clean and family friendly. Would definitely recommend this place for families.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Location, location, location - what a beautiful spot!

Our unit was conveniently located, comfortable and well appointed. It also had a wonderful view of the lake.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing retreat

I loved the proximity to the dock and beach. The place was big and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

great view

the location was perfect as we got married at donner on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing view

Perfect place to unwind looking at a serene lake
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tranquil lake getaway

Tremendous view! Loved the location, beach and dock. Clean and well stocked. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable condo with beautiful views of Donner Lake

This property could not have been more perfect for us. The views were lovely, the house well kept, and anything needed was supplied. We would definitely would rent this condo again.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Spacious condominium

I loved the view from our condominium. It had a wonderful view of Donner Lake. It has its own private beach and dock. Enjoyed just being near the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
So very glad you enjoyed !! Thank you for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walsh’s stay

It was more than we expected. Very happy and will use this one again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing lakefront condo

This charming lakefront condo is a great and central location to stay at. Close to downtown Truckee and ski slopes. We took the free bus that was only one block away to get around. The views alone will make you want to stay and you can also kayak or paddle board. My friends and I take annual trips here and it’s perfect for a girls weekend away. We can’t wait to go back this summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice quiet place on Donner Lake

A nice place on the lake with a nice view. Could use some new pots/pans and utensils. There were no spices at all, so bring them if you chose to stay here (we never found them if they are there). Otherwise a nice place on the lake and close to Trickle for food, etc., and snow resorts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful week on the lake

the wife and I spent 5 days at the home and truly enjoyed our time, the views are amazing and the area quiet and quaint. We teleworked for a few days and then took off into town, Reno, and Tahoe, all within reasonable driving times. You won't be disappointed when you go. Finally a shout out to the mgmt team, I left some valuables in the unit and realized when we got home, called and they went straight to the home and retrieved our things, what a honest team of professionals, thanks again, a wonderful trip and hope to return soon enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view was great. The condo was on Donner Pass Road with super easy access to Truckee and all the shops and restaurants. The small room upstairs had a very low slanted ceiling - it’s good for kids, but not great for adults. I kept bumping my head on the ceiling from standing up. Not sure there’s a good solution to that! The refrigerator is very old and has a slight stench when you first open it. The kitchen has adequate pots and pans and dishware. If you’re cooking, you’ll need to bring your own oil and salt and pepper.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback about your stay. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful lake view and the convenient location. We appreciate your honest comments about the small room upstairs and the refrigerator. We understand how the low slanted ceiling can be a bit challenging for adults, and we’ll be sure to pass along your feedback to our local team. Regarding the refrigerator, we are sorry for any inconvenience the initial odor caused. Your note about bringing your own cooking essentials like oil and seasonings is very helpful for future guests. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful condo by the lake

We are a family of 4 who stayed here for several days of skiing, and it was perfect. This is a beautiful, clean, well-cared for home, with what appear to be recently renovated kitchen and bathrooms. Everything we needed was there, and in good condition. I especially appreciated that the kitchen was fully stocked with cookware and dishes. It was warm, cozy, and quiet. Although it is a condo, we couldn't hear any noise from the units below or to either side. The main living room and dining area were spacious with attractive and comfortable furniture, as well as a great view right on to the lake. I especially liked the large tiled entry area with bench (with some handy pieces of heavy duty carpeting underneath) for taking off snowy boots, and the kids loved sleeping in the loft. It could also easily have fit a larger group, if needed.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great Location

Just returned today from a 4 day stay and rebooked for another stay in three weeks to do some bike riding. Good base camp to explore the Tahoe and Truckee area or even Reno. Lots of shops and restaurants to visit in Truckee . I can only imagine what a great location this is during the summer. The unit is on the top floor. It was clean, well maintained and welcoming. Nice to have a keyless entry so you don't have to worry about losing a key. The unit has a house binder of instructions which should be updated so you aren't getting conflicting information. Wanted to make a fire, there were ashes in the stove and a stack of wood, but the binder said do not use the stove. Also there are no spices in the place not even salt and pepper, so bring your own. I would definitely recommend this place for couples to families.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great condo

Clean, well equipped, beautiful lake views. Really enjoyed! Next door neighbors really do not like children and approached us to discuss expected noise levels before we had even entered the property. Kids wore slippers and were quiet but just getting up taking dishes to kitchen at 7pm produced knocks against wall from downstairs. Neighbors do vacuum at 5am and idle car at 6am - they ask for total quiet but are in turn inconsiderate. No reflection on our host but maybe expectations should be discussed within a HOA meeting at some point. 7 pm is not quiet time and it's also inappropriate to harass other unit's short term tenants without good cause.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient, very clean and well-appointed

Started our stay by walking in to the condo with the view out the balcony to Donner Lake. Found all linens, with lots of extras for our entire stay and then some. High quality too! Beds very comfy with Tempurpedic top mattresses. Easy-to understand heater control interface. Sat on the balcony in the sun before it set. Took lots of pictures of that beautiful view at different times of the day. Kitchen was well-equipped. Didn’t have to use the extra utensils we brought just in case. Stove top very clean. Bathrooms a little cramped but worked well for just the two of us. Likely wouldn’t want more people, eg up to the max of 4 in listing, due to the 1.5 bathrooms. However, the listing was indeed clear about the bathrooms- no surprises there. The only downside was the exit from the one-way drive-through driveway. The snow was piled so high that we couldn’t see oncoming traffic as we exited. Since cars tended to speed down Donner Pass Rd with the road cleared of snow, this represented a huge collision risk. A truck almost barreled into us on the 2nd day. Suggest the agency pay to have someone clear the snow on the left of the exit to avoid accidents with East-bound traffic or place a large convex traffic mirror to improve visibility. Other than that, our stay was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lovely lakeside apartment--with management quirks

This second-floor condo, right on Donner Lake, is lovely. The apartment itself is great—fully equipped, very comfortable, with large windows and a nice balcony overlooking the lake. However, the faceless management company does, let’s say, leave something to be desired. If you need to contact them, be prepared for phone holds. (I gave up the first time after 10 minutes.) The electronic door lock worked as promised on entry, but any way to re-lock it was baffling, and once reached by phone, the management representative couldn’t figure it out either. (I was then given the combination to a physical key lockbox). When we arrived, the kitchen still had some refuse: Open pet food in the refrigerator (ironic, as pets aren’t allowed), and coffee beans spilled (ironic, as they don’t leave any coffee for guests). A day later, someone came in without knocking—and this turned out to be a repairman who had been told the apartment was vacant (no: we still had two days to stay) and was there to fix a toilet (it wasn’t broken) and the electronic lock (which also wasn’t broken, but the repairman could now show me how to lock it!). As I say, this is indeed a lovely and great place to stay, but be prepared for oddities….
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
We apologize for the quirks this guest experienced. We have followed-up with housekeeping. We suggest guests call the provided local numbers while staying in their rental rather than the main line for Vacasa. Thank you!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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