Charming Gambrel-style cabin nestled in Truckee’s desirable Tahoe Donner neighborhood. This mountain retreat strikes the perfect balance of rustic charm, comfort, and convenience. Set on a level 0.34-acre parcel at lower elevation and backing to greenbelt, the property offers a peaceful setting and easy year-round access. Inside, you’ll find 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a cozy loft—all centered around an open living area with soaring ceilings and a gas burning stove that invites you to relax and unwind. The warm wood interior and exposed beam ceilings create a welcoming, alpine-inspired atmosphere. An airlock entry adds a practical touch for snowy days, and the utility room with washer and dryer hookups provides extra convenience for mountain living. Step outside to a spacious deck with built-in bench seating—perfect for soaking in the peaceful, forested surroundings. Homeowners here enjoy an incredible lineup of amenities—Trout Creek fitness center and pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a championship golf course, downhill and cross-country ski areas, The Lodge Restaurant, Pizza on the Hill, plus exclusive access to a private beach and boat launch at Donner Lake. Just minutes from world-class ski resorts, this cabin is your gateway to the ultimate year-round mountain lifestyle.
Sold for $670,000
$670,000
11979 Bernese Ln, Truckee, CA 96161
2beds
1,336sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.34 Acres Lot
$674,800 Zestimate®
$501/sqft
$5,474 Estimated rent
Home value
$674,800
$594,000 - $763,000
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Gas burning stoveSoaring ceilingsSpacious deckUtility roomAirlock entryExposed beam ceilingsWarm wood interior
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Listed by:
Chris Carroll chris@tahoetruckee.com,
Dickson Realty,
Allyson G Raber 530-386-0847,
Dickson Realty
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Source: TSMLS,MLS#: 20250562
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Loft, Air Lock Entry
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: Woodstove: Living Room, Gas Woodstove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,336
- Total interior livable area: 1,336 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck(s): 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 65x188x86x204
- Features: Street
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 044110011
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Gambrel
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- Used
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Utility District
- Water: Utility District
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated: No
- Security: Audio Surveillance, Closed Circuit Camera(s)
- Subdivision: Tahoe Donner
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Golf Course, Equestrian Center, Cross Country Skiing, Down Hill Skiing, Exercise Equipment, Boat Ramp
- HOA fee: $3,300 annually
Location
- Region: Truckee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $501/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,615
- Annual tax amount: $2,837
- Price range: $670K - $670K
- Date on market: 4/12/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2025 | Sold | $670,000-2.2%$501/sqft |
Source:  TSMLS #20250562 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2025 | Pending sale | $685,000$513/sqft |
Source: TSMLS #20250562 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $685,000$513/sqft |
Source: TSMLS #20250562 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,231 -21.4% | -- |
| 2024 | $2,837 +3.6% | $105,615 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,738 +5.8% | $103,545 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,588 +10.1% | $101,516 +2.1% |
| 2021 | $2,351 +1.4% | $99,468 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,319 +1.9% | $98,449 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,277 +21% | $96,520 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,881 +4.4% | $94,628 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,802 +2% | $92,778 +2.9% |
| 2016 | $1,767 +2% | $90,191 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,732 +3.2% | $88,840 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,679 | $87,104 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $86,714 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $85,018 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $83,355 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $82,736 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $82,938 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $81,314 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $79,724 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $78,165 +2.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $76,188 +3.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $73,684 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $72,335 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $70,918 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $69,529 |
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Neighborhood: 96161
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