Looking for a dog-friendly lakeside vacation home? This Donner Lake lodge is just the ticket, and also offers a cozy pellet stove, space for 14, and gorgeous wooded mountain views.

Just a half mile down the road is West End Beach of Donner Lake. There, you can rent watercraft to experience Donner Lake up close. Sugar Bowl Village is five miles away for skiing. To stock up on provisions, visit the supermarket just five miles east along the way to Truckee, where you can have a dinner out, shop for souvenirs, and learn about the rich history of Tahoe.

More than just a Tahoe getaway, this home provides extra amenities for your stay. Borrow the two adult bikes or the one child BMX bike for exploration on Sierra trails. There are a few exercise machines in the home so you can workout in privacy. The high wood-beam vaulted ceilings lend a true mountain lodge feel.

In warmer months, the weather calls for a cookout, and you'll have a gas grill outside on the wrap-around deck. Head in through the sliding glass doors to the main living room and kitchen space.

In winter, snuggle up on the cushioned benches surrounded the pellet stove. Choose a movie from the home's library to watch on the large flatscreen with DVD and Blu-ray. The kitchen is equipped with a gas stove and the tools you need to fix a meal on the grill or indoors. Plenty of seating is available for all guests to imbibe and dine casually.

This floor also has the master suite, complete with a king-size bed and a TV. An attached full bathroom gives you extra privacy. Upstairs are the remaining two bedrooms, each with a double-size bunk bet set. A sofabed and futon add to the bed count, allowing for 14 to sleep comfortably at this Donner Lake getaway. If you bring your dogs, there's just an additional pet fee.

On the other side of the upper floor is a second living room with a TV and deck access. Pretend like you're out at the pub with the wet bar, featuring an impressive natural wood surface. There are child-friendly toys and games, as well as board games for the whole family. Plus, a second full bathroom for your convenience.

Additionally, this Truckee vacation home has WiFi, a half bathroom, and private laundry so you can stay on top of the wash while you're relaxing on the deck or socializing around the bar. Your dog is invited to stay, too, just note that a pet fee applies.

Along with trout fishing, stand-up paddle boarding, and jet skiing on Donner Lake, this area is prime for snow sports. In addition to Sugar Bowl, this home is close to both Boreal and Soda Springs (six to nine miles away).

For a full day of luxury resort going, take the 17 miles drive south to Squaw Valley where you can snowshoe, go for a dogsled ride, and ski Olympic-famous slopes. See Lake Tahoe itself with a visit to Kings Beach, only 20 miles away.

With its many amenities and dog-friendly attitude, this Donner Lake vacation rental is ideal for your next big family getaway. Make sure to visit soon!