14440 South Shore Drive

Set directly on the lakefront shores of Donner Lake, this extraordinary Truckee retreat is a rare blend of architectural strength, refined design, and year-round mountain lifestyle. With expansive lake views, direct waterfront access, and close proximity to Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, the home offers a true four-season quality-of-life experience; whether enjoying powder days in winter, paddleboarding at sunrise in summer, or quiet shoulder-season escapes surrounded by alpine beauty.

Completed in 2011 after a meticulous multi-year build, the residence spans approximately 6,387 square feet of finished living space across six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, thoughtfully designed to maximize comfort, privacy, and indoor-outdoor living. The oversized 10,018-square-foot lot provides a rare lakefront footprint, complemented by a private waterfront deck with kayak storage, a stone shoreline platform with beach sand, and a natural pool filled directly by the lake, creating an immersive connection to the water rarely found on Donner Lake.

Engineered for longevity and performance, the home was constructed with steel I-beam framing, commercial-grade metal framing and flooring, and Rastra insulated concrete form walls. This advanced building system delivers exceptional structural strength, superior sound insulation, outstanding energy efficiency, and up to four hours of fire resistance, along with strong seismic performance, an ideal match for Truckee’s mountain climate and wildfire environment.

Hydronic radiant heating runs throughout the home, including the fitness room, and a heated driveway adds everyday convenience during winter months. Interior spaces are both dramatic and inviting, featuring reclaimed barnwood flooring, custom steel railings and pickets, and expansive custom-made windows throughout the central hallway corridor. High-quality Roto German tilt-and-turn windows provide excellent insulation, sound reduction, and flexible ventilation options, while the chef’s kitchen is outfitted with Monogram appliances and opens seamlessly to the main living areas designed for entertaining and gathering.

A private elevator serves all levels of the home and leads to a spectacular 1,200-square-foot rooftop deck with a fireplace, an exceptional outdoor living space and a true signature feature of the property. From this elevated vantage point, enjoy panoramic views over Donner Lake and the surrounding peaks, including a front-row seat to the annual Fourth of July fireworks show as it reflects across the water. It’s an unforgettable setting for summer evenings, holiday celebrations, and year-round entertaining above the lake.

Additional highlights include a dedicated media room, a fully equipped fitness room with radiant heat, a copper soaking tub in the primary suite, integrated interior speakers throughout the home with Bluetooth and AirPlay connectivity, CAT-5 Ethernet wiring for reliable hard-wired internet, and a comprehensive security system with 64 monitored zones, including fire and carbon monoxide detection.

Every element of the home was thoughtfully designed to balance comfort, durability, and modern functionality. Located just minutes from Sugar Bowl Ski Resort and within easy reach of Truckee amenities, this Donner Lake lakefront residence offers a rare combination of privacy, recreation, and architectural integrity designed not just as a home, but as a lasting mountain legacy and an all-season destination for generations to come.