Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/Workspace and Updated Kitchen, Close to Skiing! | Cabin in Truckee
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 two years old and under 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.
*New in 2026: Daily fee amenities are not available to short-term rental guests during holiday blackout dates. The blackout dates are listed below:
Jan 17-19 (MLK Day)
Feb 14-16 (President's Day)
May 23-25 (Memorial Day)
July 1-5 (July 4th)
Sept 5-7 (Labor Day)
Nov 26-29 (Thanksgiving Day)
Dec 24-Jan 3, 2027 (Christmas/New Year's holiday)
The address of the Trout Creek Recreation Center is 12790 Northwoods Blvd.
**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/Workspace and Updated Kitchen, Close to Skiing! is located in Truckee. Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/Workspace and Updated Kitchen, Close to Skiing! provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Internet, Laundry, among other amenities. This Cabin features Entertainment, Internet, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Bright & Dog Friendly in Lower Tahoe Donner w/Workspace and Updated Kitchen, 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
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Bathtub or shower
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2 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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4 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Dining room
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Living room
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Microwave
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Oven
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Toaster
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Dishwasher
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Stovetop
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Kitchen island
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Washing machine and dryer
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Near laundromat
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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Pet friendly
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Cobblestone flooring in public areas
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Sledding nearby
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Golf privileges
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Birdwatching nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Mountain climbing nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Golfing on site
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Swimming nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Tennis on site
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Winery tours nearby
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Basketball nearby
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Fitness center
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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DVD player
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Games
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Unit size: 1751 sq ft (163 sq m)
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English
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Near a health or beauty spa
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On the lake
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In the mountains
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In a rural location
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Near a hospital
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Desk chair
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Desk
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Chef
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Concierge services
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
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Barbecue grill
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Deadbolt lock
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Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
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Hot tub
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Sauna
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Heated pool
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Massages
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Shared/communal pool
Policies
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
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