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North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake

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Living area
Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8193.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake

Summary:

Fawn Haven



The Space:

Permit #: 001136

Occupancy: 8



In summer or winter (or anytime in-between), this 3BR/2.5BA chalet is convenient to the most exciting activities in Tahoe. Between water sports and fun 4th of July celebrations at Donner Lake and some of the best skiing in the Sierra, you'll never run short of things to do.



INSIDE THE CHALET



The open living space is just as fun and social as your vacation plans. It boasts vaulted ceilings and tons of natural light thanks to its magnificent floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as a gas fireplace for chilly nights, a big screen TV, sound bar, and a cozy seating area for five.



There's additional seating for three at the kitchen bar: perfect for keeping the cook company. And there are perks for the cook, too: granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, plus a wine rack.



Six can dine at the table -- or take your food outside onto the sprawling deck, complete with a table and seating for four in the shade of the surrounding pines. There's one more option in the living area: a unique console dining table that seats three.



You'll find an additional living area upstairs in the loft. This movie room is equipped with a 52-inch TV and DVD player. There's also lots of extra sleeping room up here, with both a queen and a twin pull-out couch, and a half bath.



There's plenty more sleeping space on the main floor. The primary bedroom has a queen bed and an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom is outfitted with a king bed and can easily use the half bath upstairs and shares access to the primary en-suite bathroom, or use a third en-suite bathroom downstairs on the lower floor near the third bedroom, which sleeps three between a queen bed and a twin sleeper sofa. Perfect for a family with young children, the third bedroom also boasts its own thermostat-controlled gas fireplace!



EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS



Park your vehicles in the two-car garage. Bringing your RV or boat? Park it right on the property!



Eight maximum number of occupants (excluding children under 13 years of age) permitted.



THE LOCATION



It's hard to get closer to the action than this. This chalet is only a 12-minute walk to West End Beach, a great spot for families. With a roped-off swimming area, volleyball nets, and watersports rentals, you'll find plenty to do. West End Beach is also home to Truckee's annual 4th of July celebrations!



Take the 18-minute drive up Historic Highway 40 to the hiking, biking, and rock climbing at Donner Summit.



For wintertime visitors, your home is central to Tahoe's best skiing. Sugar Bowl and Donner Ski Ranch are just a 10-minute drive away on Old Highway 40. Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, and Northstar are just a 30-minute drive away. Cross-country skiers will love the trails at Royal Gorge, a 17-minute drive, and Donner Memorial State Park, 8 minutes away by car.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Truckee

Located in Donner Lake Woods, a neighbourhood in Truckee, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby.
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Truckee, CA

What's nearby

  • Donner Memorial State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Donner Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • West End Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sugar Bowl - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 28 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 12 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal) - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake?

As of 30 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$709, 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.

What time is check-in at North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is North Tahoe Chalet with Private Garage - Walk to Donner Lake located?

Located in Donner Lake Woods, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Donner Memorial State Park and Donner Lake. Tahoe National Forest and West End Beach 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house - incredibly comfortable and well stocked with every amenity. We loved it and will be back! Highly recommend this spot for families.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie D.

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

Great Location

Walking distance from lake, good for 2 families with kids
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ramin V.

Wonderful ski vacation

We surely had great experience. The cabin was clean, with all the amenities for a comfortable stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene W.

Beautiful house, clean and comfortable!

Beautiful house! Well equipped, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much, highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

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

Great Location

Walking distance to the private Donner Beach. Kitchen had everything we needed. Very clean and spacious. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bonny J.

Donner Lake

The house was perfect for our visit to Donner Lake. It is on a quiet street and the neighborhood is great for walking. The public beach is a great way to spend the day and the Little Truckee ice cream shop is a must. The house had everything we needed for a great stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Donnor lake cabin

We stayed at this beautiful cabin on Donner Lake over the 4th of July weekend and couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The cabin was absolutely gorgeous—immaculately clean, beautifully decorated, and so well stocked with everything we needed. It truly felt like a home away from home. There were tons of fun activities in the area, from paddle boarding and kayaking to enjoying the festive fireworks over the lake. We loved having such a cozy place to come back to each evening. The kitchen had everything for cooking, there were games and comfy spaces for relaxing, and the hosts really thought of every detail. We can’t wait to come back—highly recommend for anyone looking for a perfect getaway on Donner Lake!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Summi K.

Great place!

Clean, well-apportioned spaces, and sufficiently stocked. Easy instructions and easy to get to. Would definitely stay again. Thanks.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brenna L.

Nice home in great location

The home was nice and comfortable. Walking distance to the lake (west end beach) and the pub. Short drive to the market and other restaurants. A short drive to downtown truckee and Tahoe Donner. The beds were super comfortable and the home had a nice, spacious layout. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

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

Fantastic Stay at Donner Lake

The house was spacious and a perfect "base camp" for our week in Tahoe/Donner. We hiked the 7 mile trail around Donner Lake and discovered the perfect beach to come back to later in the week - China Cove. Great kitchen where we cooked most nights; Truckee dining is impossible (restaurants are short-staffed and by reservation only). Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gina m.

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

Sparkling!

I have rented in the West End since I was a child with my parents and this was my first time at this particular cabin. It was exceptionally clean, comfortable and spacious. Look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Better than expected

Home was very clean - we thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay. Spacious deck off the dining and living room and a quiet yard with chairs, great for reaxing! Kitchen was well equipped, there were plenty of bath towels, soap, tp and shampoo. Darling neighborhood with friendly neighbors!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very well managed property. Clean and everything was as described.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Great place to stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice home. Well appointed with tons of sleeping and living space. Warm and cozy in winter. Had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

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

Perfect for the family!

In the past I have rented several cabins. This cabin was cleaned well. I would of liked to see another refrigerator in the garage to help with a weeks worth of food but overall I would recommend this cabin to any family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Donner Lake vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin was clean and the layout worked well for our family. There were 6 of us and it was very comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

"Epic cabin" (in the words of our guest)

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love this place - it is or second or third time there and every time we love it. Everything is clean and well maintained; the cabin is close to everything we need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

Clean and cozy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and house was very clean. Loved the non wood burning stove. Great for those with allergies.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Craig Z.

Great place

This was a great place with lots of room. The house was nice and clean, and Turnkey was very responsive and easy to deal with. The loft was very cozy - a great place to hang out and watch TV. Our only issue was that someone forgot to turn the hot water heater up, so we had a couple of cold showers before we solved the problem.
Archival

8/10 Good

Joanie H.

Lovely home

This home is fully stocked and very comfortable and clean (even the garage was immaculate). Beds were comfortable, and carpets were free from the plague of typical rental home stains. We were short towels in one bathroom, and Turnkey immediately called us back and pointed us in the direction of more towels. This home fit a family of 4 plus grandparents perfectly. We would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Perfect for families!

This amazing cabin was perfect for our two families (4 adults, 3 kids). It's located in a nice neighborhood near Donner Lake (we'd love to come back in the summer!) and just a short drive to Safeway and downtown Truckee. We skied at Boreal which was convenient - about 15 minutes away - and perfect for our kids. The living area is open and spacious and the kitchen is fully stocked so we were able to enjoy home cooked meals our entire stay. The kids all slept in the loft area which they loved. The backyard was nice and safe for playing in the snow also. The rental process was super easy. We'll definitely stay here again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Excellent well-appointed home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Terrific home in an optimal off-the-beaten-track location. We spent the last week of December here (with the rest of the Bay Area) and really appreciated the back door access to Sugar Bowl and Truckee. The house was filled with modern amenities and facilitated some good family time around the dinner table. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2015
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Wonderful house! Will stay again

We stayed at this house this past Labor Day weekend with 3 families, all who have young children. Each family had their own room with enough space to put a pack and play. The older children loved the upstairs tv room. Lots of room to play, fully stocked kitchen (with an abundance of wine glasses!), very clean accommodations. Only downfall is the stairs with the little ones running around but we will bring baby gates next time. It was a short 10 minute walk to the beach and we had such a fabulous time. Will stay here again in the future.
Archival

8/10 Good

Hydee B.

Lovely home!

The cabin was really nice! It accomodated my family and we were able to sleep comfortably. The loft was a good place for the kids to play and watch movies. My mom was able to whip up some good food in the nice kitchen. The only thing I didn't like about the place was the front door and the back door. It only had 1 lock and can easily be accessed by any employee who knows the lock code. It would be nice to have additional locks so the people who stay there will feel more secure. Over all it was a great place!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kirsten S.

Lovely house, extraordinary service

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Working with Turnkey was terrific. house was accessible when planned, late check out became available. Good instructions on household systems. And we loved the house--it worked perfectly for three families, three teens and five adults. Small maintenance issue was handled professionally and with limited interference with our stay. The Turnkey team seemed really on top of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

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