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Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape

Vacation home near Donner Lake in Truckee

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.
A cozy living room with a wooden wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chessboard on a wooden table.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two windows with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small potted plant.
A hot tub on a wooden deck surrounded by trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Truckee, CA
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Truckee

Donner Lake Woods stay.At this Donner Lake Woods vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Donner Lake and Tahoe National Forest. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West End Beach - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 28 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 11 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal) - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Natural Foods - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape

Pet friendly private newly remodeled house 2 minutes from Donner Lake docks and beaches, perfect for family getaways. Centrally located for winter and summer fun! This is the place to be for tons of activities and possibilities. It’s a short drive to the best ski resorts, only 10 minutes to Sugar Bowl and 20 minutes to Squaw and Northstar, and 15 mins to downtown Truckee giving you access to restaurants, bars, and shopping. Come back from the slopes and relax in our private hot tub located on the front deck.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
If you don’t mind starting a load of laundry in each washer. Our cleaning crew is understaffed and have to travel in town for work every day so it would be much appreciated.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: We charge $25 per pet per night

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape Truckee

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape to the airport?

This vacation home is 11.4 mi (15-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 13-minute walk from West End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape to downtown Truckee?

This vacation home is 5.6 mi away from Truckee.

Lazy Bear Bungalow Pet Friendly Lake Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! The home was spotless, comfortable, and perfectly located for easy access to nearby hiking trails. It was the ideal base camp for exploring the area, and we’d love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyson L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVE this cabin. Such a lovely location. It’s comfortable and clean. The bedding and towels are a nice quality. This is our second time here and I will definitely come again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

This home was perfect for our family vacation up in Tahoe. We love the community and it was very dog friendly. The accommodations were great and we would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, a short walk to the lake. Quiet street. The hot tub was definitely a huge bonus! The layout worked for us because we put the four boys in the master bedroom, with the loft, and we took the guest room and the other bathroom. Would absolutely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

kathy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location about a block from the lake shore. The hot tub was a hit. Felt safe. Quiet at night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lazy bear

Great place and location!! GO!!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brook S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Donner Fan

Clean cabin. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice weekend getaway!

I stayed at Robert’s place for a weekend with my wife, 2 young kids, and some friends and their kids. The house was great and provided everything we wanted for a place to stay for the weekend. We really enjoyed our time there and wouldn’t hesitate to go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great place. Clean and up to date. Fully stocked, great location, very peaceful, dog friendly, lots of room. I loved the gas fireplace so I didn't have to deal with wood. The beaches were closed since it was fall but it was a quick walk to get there. I felt very safe since it was just me and my dog. I would definetely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in Donner Lake

The cabin is in a great location; close to everything and easy walking to the lake. Very comfy living room. Beds were comfy. There were only 4 of us and we could have used a few things; more washcloths, more dish towels, a toaster, a can opener,
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway!

Premium location on the southwest side of Donner Lake! Home was perfect down what we needed & the hot tub was an added bonus. Stairs/ladder to the loft was a little intimidating for our 3 & 5 year old, but they warmed up to it by the end of our stay. Highly recommend for a family looking for an amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in Donner

This is a lovely cabin, kitchen has great appliances. More than enough space for our family of 4. Prompt response from owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lazy Bear

There are a few things we would correct for next time but overall a great stay and we look forward to coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great spot!

The house was very spacious and a perfect spot for our summer weekend. Just a short (7min), flat walk to West End Beach. Robert was an excellent host— we only had one question but he was responsive and solved the problem quickly. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet location

Nice quiet area one block from Donner Lake yet is only a few minutes from Truckee. The house is user friendly for my wife who uses a walker to get around including a walk in shower. More than enough room for two and a dog. Well equipped kitchen and a bed that is supportive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

We had a lovely family weekend at the Lazy Bear Bungalow! Check in was super easy, the house is great with a gas fireplace, nice kitchen, comfy couches and beds. Plenty of TVs, which the kids were pumped about. Hot tub was definitely a plus! Loved being able to bring our dog. It is waking distance to the west end beach, but, unfortunately no dogs! Bummer. Overall, a great spot and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LUCY P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

We enjoyed our stay here and glad we found such a great pick. It was almost perfect for myself, my partner, our two friends, and two pups. One of the bedrooms had a loft that had two bedrooms in there (I didn't realize this until we got there). If we could give some constructive criticism, we would recommend a bath mat for both bathrooms and one for the back door (so people can dry their feet before entering after using the hot tub), trash cans in the bathroom, more kitchen towels and towels for the hot tub, and maybe use some WD-40 on the doors or help it get less sticky. Overall, a great stay with a fully equipped kitchen (had both stainless steel options and non-stick). We're glad we got to stay at this clean and well-furnished place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our cabin was very nice! Needs some good cleaning, including drawers in kitchen, and cobwebs in kitchen corners.The rooms were very nice size and beds very comfy. Two bathrooms and two washers and dryers made our stay even better with 4 adults and 2 children. Plenty of bath and beach towels.Some areas that could use attention- -As above, could use some better cleaning-Very little silverware, no teaspoons.-Could also be stocked a little better with start up coffee and sugar. Coffee filters not the correct size for coffee maker. -No washcloths available. -Grill would not light, no matches available (plenty of propane available).-Living room and hall carpet pretty worn.These things were minor to the overall comfort of this property. A relative lives nearby and after seeing this very nice cabin, would recommend to friends and relatives despite the few areas of concern cited.Thank you for allowing us to rent your lovely home. We certainly would consider renting again if we are in the area.
Met some neighbors Dow the road.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chiiluh C.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024