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Large Lake Home with STUNNING VIEWS - Sleeps 16
Great place especially for larger groups. We had 14 and everyone was comfortable. Just be aware that this house is 4 levels and the stairs are a consideration. Would go back again!

Lakefront Cabin | Beach-Deck-Epic Views | Sleep 10
The Lake Shore home was really lovely, and the location is right on the water, which is exactly what we were looking for. The pictures and reviews are accurate. It’s a nice, cabin-like, older home. That’s why it has such charm. We loved our stay, appreciated the clear instructions, and appreciated the management responsiveness. We hope to return!

Easy walk to lake and Sunnyside
one of the most beautiful AirBnB we visited till now. amazing location, closer to main road but still peaceful and serene. best part was access to private beach of the community, we enjoyed evening as well as morning walks around the area. highly recommended and really safe for the family with small kids as well.

Sensational Panoramic Views - Meeks Bay Bliss!
Beautiful cabin with an amazing view of Lake Tahoe. Cabin is spacious, clean and feels like home. We loved the pool table and of course the large deck. Definitely recommended!

Mid week summer deals! Steps to Lake & GarWoods!
We had such a great stay here with family and friends over the weekend! The cabin was beautiful, in a great location, and the host was super friendly and responsive. One thing that really stood out was how well-stocked everything was, which isn’t something we’ve typically seen at other Airbnbs. The kitchen had everything we needed, from pots and pans to coffee machines, spices, and seasonings, which was perfect since we did a lot of cooking. Just a heads-up if you’re a coffee person: they provide the machines but not the coffee, so be sure to bring your own! The place was also dog-friendly, which was a huge plus. We loved that there were tons of games, activities, and even outdoor gear to keep everyone entertained. You can tell the host really cares about the guest experience, and we’d definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!

Beach & Ski ~steps to Lake, 5 min to lifts. 4bd
The home was large and laid out well. Bedrooms were large, layout made for nice privacy with large common area. Deck quite large, privacy beach within walking distance. Views were beautiful

Tahoe House walk to lake and cafes
Lovely home with everything we needed. Lots of sweet touches - handmade soaps, fabulous blankets for cuddling on the couch, convenient firewood, incredible midcentury modern furniture (the couch!!!!), Great Wall art throughout. This place has personality, and you can tell it’s cherished.

Lake Views Dog Friendly Cabin w/ Hot Tub!
enjoy everything in this wonderful rental house. My family and friends love the fireplace and kitchen with the view
Donner Lake fishing vacation rentals

5* N Lake Tahoe location/beautiful private beach
excellent location including private beach excellent house conditions including best beds and dining room excellent kitchen including perfect utensil and dishes whole thing of this house is perfect

Romantic Cottage w/ Hot Tub, 5 Min. Walk to Beach
Loved our stay there! Not very many places allowed us to have all of our pups with us so we're very grateful that they were welcoming and accommodating. Their home was very clean and also included beds for the pups. Loved that there was a spacious yard for our pups to roam around in for potty breaks. Tom was very responsive and it was very easy to communicate with him. Would definitely love to come back one day for another pup trip

Cozy North Shore Lake Tahoe Cabin
Fantastic location! The cabin was a perfect base camp for seeing all of the beauty of Lake Tahoe. Glenn has it set up to make you feel right at home.

Lakeside Tahoe Cabin w/ Private Beach + Sleeps 8
Claire was always responsive and kind. The cabin was amazing for our family's Christmas trip. Beautiful surroundings and view! Kitchen accommodated cooking a full Christmas dinner, the dining area was perfect for family puzzles and board games, and the ping pong and foosball were a hit with everyone. A Christmas we are sure to cherish forever.
Tahoe City 3BR sleeps 8 boat slip and buoy
Kathleen's condo was perfect for us, a group of five women in town for a wedding. It's well-appointed and comfortable with beautiful views. Also, Kathleen is a wonderful host! She quickly answered questions about the area before we arrived, let us know about a few little condo quirks before we got there, and was immediately responsive to a couple of quirks we found once we arrived. All of us would love to return to the area and book with Kathleen again.

North Lake Tahoe Vacation Home
Mike’s place was great! Awesome value, very convenient location.

999 Lakeshore | Beachfront Ski Cabin | Tahoe (#47)
Cindy place was amazing! It’s located right next to the Hyatt which we did not take advance of (but wish we did)! It was very easy to get to Mt. Rose to ski every day. The place was very clean, and it had cable tv. We totally want to come back here next year for New Years and hope they will host us again!

Mid-Century Modern A-frame cabin by the lake
Laura was an incredible host. She responded promptly to texts and calls with the many questions I had. She was always very helpfull, very pleasant and accommodating. We were delighted with our stay.
House rentals in Donner Lake

Modern Luxury, Open & Spacious. Ideal for Families
Great modern Tahoe home in private neighborhood. Well stocked kitchen with everything one might need for cooking a meal. Nice dining table with room for everyone and comfortable living room space. King size bedroom does not have a private bathroom but rather the queen size bedroom has a private bathroom, so it’s a little confusing which room is considered the master bedroom.

Awesome House/ Near Casinos, Hiking, Skiing & Lake
Great place to stay at. House was clean and well stocked. Cathie was very responsive when we need to ask a question.

Midtown Modern 2 Master Bedrooms in Old Southwest
Really enjoyed our stay the place was clean and bright. We would definitely recommend it to others and would definitely stay there again.

Stunning Alpine Retreat in South Lake Tahoe
Comfy, coxy, clean. In a quite neighborhood and bigger in the inside! Didnt have to worry about anybody tripping over one another because there is plenty of space to spread out. Easy to find things and great for a pretty sizable group to make dinner and play cards without being squeezed together!

South Tahoe Home away from Home | Up to 9 Guests
Renzo's place is peaceful and quiet. Everything was as described. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was well made. It took a while for the hot water to come out, but it was not a big deal. The kitchen was modernly remodeled and very bright with the skylight. We did not go out to the backyard, but it was very large and bluebirds greeted us. I was surprised to see many spices in the kitchen. All the rooms were clean and the front door was easy to access. Thanks to Renzo, a kind host and artist.

2BR Charmer in Old Southwest Reno
The house had a lot of character. The check-in process was easy to follow and it was pretty close to downtown to walk. 10/10!

Cozy Bamboo Casita - Nestled in Downtown
I love the layout of the house—the rooms flow into each other. The beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed spending time together in the spacious living room and eating at the large dining room table. The porch and deck are quite nice. There is a good park just two blocks away. Great communication and helpfulness from James!

Cozy spacious pet friendly sleeps 13 W/ pool table
Gavin allowed me to view his place right after booking so I could make sure it would meet the needs of all my guests. He was very responsive throughout the process. The house was perfect for our event. It was very comfortable. It was also clean and well-stocked with necessities. The neighborhood is great. It was quiet and safe, yet close to restaurants and activities. We would definitely stay there again.
Your guide to Donner Lake
All About Donner Lake
Located on the eastern slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in northeastern California, Donner Lake sits less than half an hour northwest of Lake Tahoe, which straddles the Nevada border. With its cerulean water and stretches of sandy beach fringed by towering pine trees, Donner Lake is a haven of calm. The lake’s small size makes exploring by kayak or stand-up paddleboard popular activities, and these waters are home to some of the biggest lake trout in California, attracting anglers from far and wide.
The neighboring town of Truckee has a small, historic downtown dating from the 1840s, when travelers made their way along the Truckee Basin to settle on the California coast. Today, Main Street’s 19th-century brick buildings house a string of family-owned boutiques and local breweries. The lake also boasts easy access to the world-famous waters of Lake Tahoe, which are popular with sailors, hikers, and wildlife-spotters — the region is renowned for black bears and mountain lions.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Donner Lake
The ski season usually lasts from mid-November until early April, and there are plenty of nearby spots to try out your skills or just take in epic vistas from the lifts. Cross-country skiing is also a popular activity here. In the summer, people head to the Eldorado National Forest around an hour away to discover its miles of hiking trails with far-reaching views. The winter and summer seasons are the busiest times of the year, while spring and fall offer a quieter time to stay at rentals on Donner Lake — and the cottonwood and quaking aspens turn shades of ochre and gold before they shed their leaves. An annual triathlon draws athletes each July, while September brings the Truckee Tahoe Air Show and Family Festival with live music and acrobatic displays.
Top things to do in Donner Lake
Donner Memorial State Park
This tranquil alpine park extends along the eastern and southern end of the lake and offers eight miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, while the waters are home to kokanee trout. The 23-foot tall Pioneer Monument commemorates 19th-century emigrants who made the move west, and the Visitor Center provides an insight into the region’s Native American communities and construction of the transcontinental railroad.
Boreal Mountain
Less than 15 minutes’ drive from Donner Lake, year-round outdoor activities are on offer at Boreal Mountain. Skiers and snowboarders head here to explore over 350 acres of fresh powder and make the most of the only night skiing in the area, while mountain biking trails and renowned skate parks offer plenty of warm weather fun.
Lake Tahoe
Around 20 minutes southeast, Lake Tahoe is one of the most scenic spots in northern California and the largest alpine lake in the United States. Visitors line its sandy shores and head out on sailboats on summer days and marvel at the surrounding snow-capped peaks in winter. On the southwestern shore, Emerald Bay State Park features a granite cliff and jaw-dropping panoramic views, and there are miles of hiking trails to explore throughout the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
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