Donner Vista | Cozy Lake Getaway, Full Lake Views, Wood Stove, Near Skiing

Welcome to Donner Vista!

Watch the snow fall over Donner Lake from Donner Vista, a remodeled lakefront 2-bedroom townhouse on the West End with a full view down the entire lake. Boreal and Sugar Bowl are a few minutes' drive, and Northstar and Palisades Tahoe are about 20 minutes.

A stone-floored entry with a bench and coat rack handles wet gear. The kitchen has GE stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an island, and the dining table sits under a skylight. The living area centers on a river rock wood stove, the best seat for watching winter storms roll across the lake.

Upstairs, a loft with a TV and a wall of books, DVDs, and games doubles as extra sleeping space with a trundle. The king bedroom and a bunk room share a balcony, and the large bathroom has an oversized soaking tub for after the slopes.

Main Level:
Entry with stone floor, bench, and coat rack
Half bath
Laundry room with full-size side-by-side washer and dryer and extra storage
Kitchen with GE stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and island
Dining table with skylight
Living area with wood-burning stove and flat-screen TV with Blu-ray
Covered balcony with 180-degree views of Donner Lake

Upper Level:
Loft with flat-screen TV, DVD player, books, DVDs, games, and a trundle that converts to two twin beds
Bedroom 1: king bed and balcony access
Bedroom 2: queen-under-twin bunk bed and shared balcony
Bathroom with shower and separate oversized soaking tub (each area closes off for privacy)

Other Things to Note:
Kitchen: The ice maker and water dispenser do not work and can't be fixed. Ice trays are provided.

Boat slip (seasonal): If you bring a boat, check in at the on-site office between 9 am and 5 pm with your boat registration and insurance to pick up your slip. If you arrive after 5 pm, park your boat and trailer in the "Richards Motel" lot across Donner Pass Rd. until the office opens the next morning.

Parking: 2 vehicles.

Winter 2026/2027: Gas grills may not be accessible during the winter months, and fuel levels are not monitored from November 1 to May 1. Decks are shoveled for structural safety only and are not guaranteed to be clear of snow during winter.

Mountain living: Living in the mountains and staying in a private home means some things are outside our control. For example, severe weather has occasionally knocked out the Wi-Fi and power. While these instances are rare, we ask for your patience when they happen. We'll do our best to accommodate all requests, and situations like these (power outages, appliance issues, etc.) are handled on a case-by-case basis.

STR Registration Number: STR21-01036
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We look forward to welcoming you to Donner Vista!