Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/HOA Amenity Access, and Close to Skiing! | Cabin in Truckee

9.8 (26 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Truckee Cabin | Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/HOA Amenity Access, and Close to Skiing!

4 Bedroom Cabin in Truckee

Year round fun awaits at Bernese's Bungalow! This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is located in the lower half of Tahoe Donner, only 10 minutes from downtown Truckee and Donner Lake, and 20 minutes to all major ski resorts and north Lake Tahoe.
Enter the home through the front door and mud room into the main living space. The great room area offers two sitting areas; one centered around the gas fireplace and another around the flat screen TV with a DVD player and streaming device. Other highlights include updated hardwood floors, a remodeled kitchen, a dining table that seats for 6, and a breakfast bar that seats 4. A back door from the dining space leads to a large a sunny deck, equipped with a gas BBQ and outdoor furniture (summer only for the deck). Down the hall on the main floor, a shared bath with bathtub/shower combo and a bedroom are offered. The bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed, desk and full size closet.
Upstairs you'll find the main bedroom floor and an additional bathroom. On opposite sides of the floor, you'll find one king and one queen bedroom, both offering lots of windows and vaulted ceilings, for plenty of natural light. In the middle of the floor is the shared bath with bathtub/shower combo and double sink vanity. Opposite the bathroom is a spacious bunk room with two twin bunks and plenty of space for kids to hang out. This floor is rounded out by a full sized washer and dryer in the laundry room. The garage fits one Subaru or similar size vehicle, and you can access the home with the key pad for easy access during storms.
Tahoe Donner is a premier mountain community near Truckee and Donner Lake, offering over 6,000 homes on 7,000 acres with diverse property options and first-rate amenities. Guests enjoy easy access to I-80, reduced Bay Area travel time, and exclusive privileges to pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, tennis courts, golf, a ski resort, and a private beach on Donner Lake. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and snow play in winter to golf, hiking, and water sports in summer, along with acclaimed dining at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub and other local eateries. Six guest cards per rental grant access to all amenities for a daily fee, with children under three years old admitted free of charge. Tahoe Donner is minutes from historic Downtown Truckee and major ski resorts, making it the ideal family getaway for relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled value in North Lake Tahoe. Please note: amenity access may require seasonal fees; some amenities may be unavailable during renovations. For more information, please visit the Tahoe Donner website.
Tahoe Donner has updated its amenity access policy. Starting January 1, 2025, 6 short-term rental guest cards will be available per house. Short-term guest cards grant one individual (ages 3+) access to private amenities with a paid daily access fee. The daily access fee for ages 3-6 is $10 per day, and for ages 7+ is $24 per day. For more information about the access policy, please visit the Tahoe Donner website.
The address of the Trout Creek Recreation Center is 12790 Northwoods Blvd.
***EFFECTIVE 10/14/25 Tahoe Donner HOA pools and hot tubs are currently closed through mid-December for renovations***
**In an effort to be more eco-friendly, we no longer supply hotel style amenities; 3 and 1 body wash/shampoo is provided. Please refer to the FAQ document for a detailed list of the supplies included in your stay.**
We look forward to welcoming you to Bernese's Bungalow!
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: (RCN): 027898
Number of Parking Spots: 3
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.

Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/HOA Amenity Access, and Close to Skiing! is located in Truckee. Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/HOA Amenity Access, and Close to Skiing! provides accommodation, featuring TV, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, among other amenities. This Cabin features TV, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/HOA Amenity Access, and Close to Skiing! has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Truckee has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Truckee, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Laura W.
Aug 25, 2025 08:22:42 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The home and area are lovely, and the process was very organized. Having access to Tahoe Donner Recreation Center and Marina was really great and worth the daily fee. Thank you!
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