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Blue Jay Lane

Truckee, CA 96161
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Bed 1

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Bath 1

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SqFt780

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Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a treasured piece of Donner Lake history. Lovingly built by the original family in **1923** and cherished for more than a century, this remarkable mountain cabin has remained in the same family for generations. Rich with character, tradition, and timeless charm, this is more than a homeit's a legacy waiting for its next chapter. Inside, you'll discover the authentic warmth of a classic Sierra retreat, where rustic details and original craftsmanship have been preserved through the years. The iconic original wood-burning stove serves as both a stunning centerpiece and the home's hot water source, adding to the cabin's unique historical appeal. Offering a flexible **2-3 bedroom floor plan** and **2 bathrooms**, there's plenty of room for fam ily gatherings, weekend getaways, or creating your own lifelong traditions. Located within the highly coveted **Donner Tract Improvement Association**, ownership includes exclusive access to approximately **700 feet of private Donner Lake shoreline**, complete with **two private docks and a floating dock**. Spend your days swimming, boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, or simply relaxing while taking in the breathtaking Sierra scenery. Opportunities to enjoy this level of private lake access are exceptionally rare. Perfectly positioned just minutes from **Historic Downtown Truckee**, you'll enjoy boutique shopping, acclaimed restaurants, art galleries, breweries, and year-round community events while still experiencing the peaceful setting of one of Donner Lake's most beloved neighborhoods. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate immediate access to endless recreation including **Donner Memorial State Park**, the **Donner Lake Rim Trail**, scenic hiking and biking trails, world-class fishing, boating, and spectacular mountain adventures. During the winter months, premier ski resorts including **Sugar Bowl**, **Palisades Tahoe**, and **Northstar California** are all within a short drive, making this an ideal four-season mountain retreat. Whether you're gathering around the fire after a day on the slopes, enjoying summer sunsets from the private beach, or continuing traditions that have been built here for over 100 years, **10061 Blue Jay Lane** offers a lifestyle few properties can match. Homes with this level of history, character, private lake access, and generational significance rarely become available.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $695,000

AD Id : 88149093

MLS Id : 226090880

Beds : 1

Living Area Size : 780

Year Built : 1936

County : Nevada

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 1

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

    Water/Sewer

    Sewer: Public Sewer

    Room Information

    Total Bedroom: 1
  • Flooring Information

    Linoleum
  • Roofing Information

    Composition, Metal
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Composition, Metal Laundry Features: None
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Fireplace Insert, Wall Furnace Cooling: None WaterSource: Public, Water District
  • Fireplace

    Number of Fireplaces: 1 Fireplace Features: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1936 Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Roof: Composition,Metal Foundation Details: Other
  • Exterior Features

    Foundation Details: Other
  • Fencing

    None
  • Laundry Features

    None

    Fencing

    None

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Shape Irregular, Low Maintenance Lot Square Feet: 8,276 Stories: 2 Main Square Feet: 780 Topography: Lot Grade Varies

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Cabin,Rustic SQ ft (Living Area): 780 Construction Materials: Frame,Wood Property Age: 90 Cross Street: Donner Pass Source Neighborhood: 13213 Area: Truckee S: 96161 Zoning: Res Living Area Source: Appraiser Structure Type: Custom,Detached

    Farm Info

    Irrigation Source: None

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Id: 226090880 List Price: $695,000 List Price Tot SqFt: $891

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 017-420-023-000

  • Parking Information

    No Garage, Other
    Homeowners Association Information
    Association YN: Yes Included Amenities: Other Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: $$138.00 Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

  • Elementary School District: Tahoe-Truckee
    Junior High School District: Tahoe-Truckee
    Senior High School District: Tahoe-Truckee
  • Utility Information

    Public, Electric, Sewer In & Connected Electric: 220 Volts
  • Location Information

    Direction: From Donner Pass Road, head north on Blue Jay Lane, to property
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/19/2026 @ 17:31

MLS: 226090880 LISTED BY: Gary Meek, eXp Realty of California Inc SOURCE: MLS Metrolist

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