10/10 Excellent
Charlyn D.
28 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Charlyn D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Entire cabin
Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40!
Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio
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Escape to the serene surroundings of Donner Lake at The Wagon Wheel Lake House, where mountain comfort food restaurants and Truckee's best ice cream are just steps away. Unwind by the wood-burning stove, enjoy summer sunsets among the trees or on Donner Lake, and take advantage of a full kitchen, spacious living area with sleeping quarters on the second floor.
Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroom871 sq ft
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About this property
Property amenities
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- Outdoor space
- Parking available
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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 deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
873703
About the area
Located in Donner Lake Woods, a neighbourhood in Truckee, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Truckee, CA
What's nearby
- West End Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Donner Memorial State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Donner Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
- Donner Ski Ranch - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
- Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Tahoe Donner - 16 min drive
- Coffeebar Bakery - 7 min drive
- Taco Bell - 8 min drive
- Wild Cherries Coffee House - 8 min drive
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Reviews
Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40! Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David R.
20 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a family of 4
David R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diana O.
12 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & Great Location
Diana O.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Mahadev K.
28 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mahadev K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aprille R.
15 Sept 2024
Aprille R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024