Donner Vista | Relaxing Lakefront Stay with Expansive Water Views and Private Deck

Truckee, California
$751 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Donner Vista!

This stunning and stylish lakefront two bedroom two story townhouse has been completely refinished and features a private beach and private boat dock on the desirable West End of Donner Lake. This is one of the only lakefront locations that offers a full unobstructed view of the entire length of Donner Lake! The townhouse was fully remodeled in 2015 with a brand new kitchen, top-of-the-line GE stainless appliances, all new furnishings, and a full size laundryroom with side-by-side washer and dryer.

Enter the home by traveling up one flight of stairs to the front door. Starting at the entryway, every inch of space has been put to use. As you walk in, there's a stone floor, bench and coat rack. A half bathroom leads to a full laundry room with extra storage space. Your eyes will be drawn across the space to the double sliding glass windows that open directly to beautiful Donner Lake. Just past the mudroom space, you're in the beautifully updated kitchen. Top line appliances compliment the dark wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and modern, pendant lighting. An island gives the cook a little extra room, with space for family to sit and chat. Sharing the open space, the large dining room table has room for all, and a skylight adds natural lighting. The living area, open to both the kitchen and dining area, completes the floor. A flat screen TV with Blu-Ray DVD player and a wood burning stove framed in river rock round out the great room space.

Off the living space a covered deck with Adirondack chairs are waiting for you overlooking your private beach and the crystal clear water of Donner Lake. On the deck you have the entire length of the lake in view - simply breathtaking! The deck and private beach also offer an incredible front row seat to the Donner Lake 4th of July fireworks!

Upstairs, you'll see additional entertainment options; including a loft space with flat screen TV and DVD player and an entire wall filled with books, DVDs, and games. A trundle bed converts to two twin beds for extra sleeping space. The first bedroom upstairs features a king bed and access to a balcony. The rustic wood furniture reminds you you're living the mountain life!

Sharing the upstairs balcony, the second bedroom offers a queen bed with one twin bunk bed for siblings or best buddies to share. The large upstairs bathroom features a shared vanity area with a full shower space and toilet that can close off for privacy. On the other side of the sink area, there's an oversized soaking tub surrounded by tile with room for toys or a book and a glass of wine; which can also be closed off.

The townhouse comes with a dedicated boat slip, lounge chairs, shared barbecues, picnic table areas and an on-site marina. The on-site marina offers a full selection of rentals from kayaks and paddle boards to jet-skis, ski boats and pontoon boats. Everything you need is right here!

Donner Lake is a year-round playground! Boating, skiing, and fishing are of course the top draws, but spring flower watching and fall hiking/biking are not to be missed. In the winter, enjoy easy freeway access and a few minute drive to Boreal and Sugar Bowl Ski Resorts. Northstar and Palisades Tahoe are easy 20 minute drives. All you need is steps away!

Enjoy the best Donner Lake has to offer at this beautifully appointed and updated vacation rental! We look forward to welcoming you to Donner Vista!

There is no AC at this home. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day.

STR Registration Number: STR21-01036
Number of Parking Spots: 2

Other things to note:
*The ice maker and water dispenser does not work and isn't fixable. There are ice trays available.
**If you are bringing a boat, you must check in at the on-site office between the hours of 9am-5pm daily to pick up your boat slip. You must bring a copy of your boat registration and insurance to use the boat slip. If you arrive after 5pm, park your boat and trailer in the Richards Motel parking lot across Donner Pass Rd. until the office opens the following morning.

Please remember that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are rare, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try to accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1113 Sq Ft (103 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 25+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock
  • POOL/SPA

    Massages
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Privileges Golfing On Site Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Sledding Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Babysitting Service Available Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Concierge Services Housekeeping (on Request)
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    17 Stairs To Reach Property If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Submitted Feb 3, 2020

    Stayed Jan 30, 2020

    Easy access to resorts, very well equiped and great views of the lake.

  • Kathleen G.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    This was our second time renting this property. The neighbors are friendly. The condo is clean and well appointed, the lakefront views are spectacular!

  • Todd F.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    Loved the view of the lake right off the deck and the wood burning stove in the mornings was a bonus. Short drive to the wonderful town of Truckee was very convenient for all that we needed.

  • Beth B.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Amazing view! Beyond expectations. We will be back!

  • Heather T.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    Loved the location and enjoyed the beautiful view!

  • Garrett S.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    We had an amazing time at the property. We brought up our boat, were able to keep it at the slip provided and they even had private parking to store our boat trailer for the duration of the stay. Beautiful views from the back deck, toys and childrens books for our little one. Couldn't have asked for anything more, can't wait to return. And communication with Holly was a breeze.

  • Liz L.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    It was exactly as pictured! The view was magnificent and the area was incredibly quiet. The beds were comfortable and there is nothing we would have changed! We would love to reserve it again.

  • Kathy H.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 11, 2024

    This is the 2nd time we stayed at this property. The thing that brought us back is the view from the deck of the lake. It is so beautiful in the morning and evening. During the day it is fun to watch the water skiers, kayakers, fishermen, etc. It's a great place to stay that is close to everything. There is a great beach within walking distance also. The condo has everything you need to have a wonderful stay.

  • Jeff D.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2024

    Stayed Aug 20, 2024

    Nice place. A couple of issues: 1) needs deep cleaning- place was dusty and the baseboards were dirty 2) Every door knob and lock needed repair or replacement- we had trouble locking and unlocking doors 3

  • Submitted Aug 15, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    This is a phenomenal condo. It was a perfect layout for our family. 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The location is wonderful. We walked to the boat/ paddle board rental company. Had a great day on the lake. Very relaxing vacation.

  • Jacqueline T.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2024

    Stayed Apr 4, 2024

    Loved our stay & will request a ground floor next time. Older folks 73 & 77.

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$751+
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