[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40! Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106630000/106624000/106623995/34ba8647.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106630000/106624000/106623995/12b984a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106630000/106624000/106623995/39b9910d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106630000/106624000/106623995/c34dc457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106630000/106624000/106623995/2142c793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroom871 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40! 10/3/25\*The wood stove is under repair and will be fixed by mid November\* \*Newly dog friendly\*Max dogs is 2, fee is $150 per dog per stay\* Fall in love with The Wagon Wheel Lake House at Donner Lake. The Wagon Wheel Lake House is immersed in the solitude and beauty of nature with all the amenities and comforts of modern living. This home is steps away from the shores of Donner Lake, mountain comfort food restaurants, and Truckee's best ice cream! Cozy up near the wood burning stove in the winter, and enjoy summer sunsets among the trees or on Donner Lake. Golf courses, ski resorts, and hiking trails are at your fingertips! Exceptional mountain biking and lake activities are just out your front door. Arrive at the home off Donner Pass Rd. There 4 parking spaces in the parking lot (No street parking allowed). Guests enjoy a full kitchen, spacious living and dining room area with a wood burning stove, with sleeping areas on the second floor that include two queen beds and a comfortable couch. There is a small loft that has a 2 twin trundle bed. Dining table has seats 4, with 2 barrel chairs with small coffee table to accommodate a dining space for 6. The newly remodeled deck has great forest views with patio furniture. Stay toasty warm in the winter and enjoy the relaxing Donner Lake breeze in the summer with beautiful forest views from deck. The full bathroom is on the second floor with tub/shower combo. There is a external laundry closet next to the front steps of the home with a washer and dryer. Donner Lake's West End Beach is a two-minute walk away offering family beach play, swimming, and pickleball. Historic Downtown Truckee is 10-minutes away to access restaurants, boutique shopping, and town events and nightlife. Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, Donner Ski Ranch, and Donner Memorial State Park are less than 10-minute drive. Soda Spring Ski Area and Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Area are 15-minutes away. Palisades (formerly Squaw) and Northstar Ski Resorts are 20-minutes. Donner Memorial State Park is just down the road and offers a historical museum, hiking and snowshoe trails, and exceptional mountain biking. Legendary Lake Tahoe is a 25-minute drive! There is no AC in most homes in Tahoe. 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.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. TOT Occupancy Registration: STR 21-01468 Parking spots: 4 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 871 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22769000/22768906/305b655c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-friendly waterfront cabin w/ lake views & access - close to slopes Truckee - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.2 Very good 80 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=22768906&PinnedHotelID=22768906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104140000/104133600/104133505/ca566460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Village Camp Truckee Truckee - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 67 reviews CA $261 CA $534 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=104133505&PinnedHotelID=104133505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35580000/35576800/35576738/f483e1b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom and Loft, 2 bath, sleeps 6 adults. 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.32243%2C-120.29233&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Wefd20Z1864xzNJREnNenKWOsxU=) 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 - Truckee Station - 10 min drive - Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 13 min drive #### 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Donner Lake Cabin Near Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge on Old Hwy 40! located? > Located in Donner Lake Woods, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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