Ripke Retreat, $149 P/N 2020 Summer Rate!, 2-6 Guests, Hot Tub , WIFI
- Condo1200 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min Stay: 2 nights
Condo, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Sleeps 6
Bedrooms
Property Manager
Greg
- Languages:
- english
About Greg
My wife and I spent our honeymoon in Tahoe in 1974 and we started renting homes in summer and winter. We soon realized it was time for us to purchase our own vacation home as our "getaway from L.A." . In 1978 we purchased an A-frame cabin and exchanged it for our condo in Bavarian Village in 1993. We have put our 'heart and soul' into making the "Ripke Retreat" just like home. Our latest addition is a new Master bedroom LCD HD 26" LG TV and new cellular blinds completing our picture window wall. We love the "extra touches like our 'cool' Limelite nite lights, car key hooks, and cable TV channel listing frames. We even installed an emergency 'power failure' light above the hallway entrance. You'll appreciate our hotel 'security safe' in our MB for securing your valuables. Clothing valet stands in each bedroom are are great for organizing your wardrobe. Relax by the warm (turns on with the flip of a switch) in our spacious living room. We are in our condo at least three times per year adding and upgrading amenities (like the giant 60" Samsung TV above our fireplace) assuring you enjoy your stay as much as we do. Please let us know if you have any suggestions to make the Ripke Retreat even more "guest-friendly".
Greg purchased this Condo in 1993
Why Greg chose South Lake Tahoe
We wanted to be close to all area attractions and not feel like we were "trapped" in a casino hotel room. The Ripke Retreat in Bavarian Village is three blocks from highway 50 and Ski Run Blvd. and the brand new "Whole Foods Marketplace" . Minutes and walking distance to the the Ski Run Marina, beaches, and Heavenly skiing! Bavarian Village is in the middle of all SLT venues which makes our RETREAT perfect for in-season biking. The South Lake Tahoe bike path runs by the BV entrance. We enjoy riding our bikes to breakfast to our favorite local restaurants like "Ernie's" and the "Bear Cafe". We boast a rental agency (Pinnacle) that carefully looks after our condo. You'll love our secluded location in the middle of a grove of pine trees. Enjoy the stunning skyward view while you are at the pool or lounging in the year-round complex hot tub. Summer dinners make the food taste better on our balcony table. Take in pine-scented fresh air while listening to the Blue Jays sing. In winter catch the Heavenly Ski Water Shuttle at the Ski Run Marina. The Ripke Retreat is located 50 minutes (depending on road conditions) from fifteen major ski areas like Sierra At Tahoe, Squaw Valley, Kirkwood, Northstar, and Alpine Meadows.
What makes this Condo unique
Our master bedroom picture window view of Heavenly is stunning! We are only one of only three BV buildings boasting this view! We take pride in all our room remodels, especially the kitchen and dining area. Granite countertops extending to the dining room window. Experience true "Tahoe ambiance" with golden pine cabinets trimmed in forest green. We placed an extra table on our balcony so you can enjoy some of your meals outside during warm summer evenings. When the weather turns cold flick the wall switch to light our gas-log fireplace. Then sit back and relax and enjoy DVD movies on our new living room 60" Samsung HD TV. For longer stays the BV community laundry is perfect. Unique to Bavarian Village is the luxurious, spacious heated pool (in season) and new 8-person, year round hot tub. Enjoy the hot tub while looking up at tall pines surrounding you. You cannot do this at stateline when you're stuck in a stuffy hotel room. Don't forget to bring the briquettes in summer to enjoy barbecues right in front of our condo on with adjacent picnic table.
Amenities
Featured
- No Smoking
- Satellite or cable
- Washer & Dryer
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Parking
- Hot Tub
- Heater
- Swimming pool
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
Safety features
- First-aid kitIn cabinet above kitchen sink.
- Smoke detectorPorch Light, emergency power failure light (hallway entrance) indigo night lites (various locations), three power failure lights (floor outlets in each bedroom).
- Exterior lighting
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisherKitchen counter.
- Carbon-monoxide detectorLocated in hallway at bedroom entrance doors.
Location Type
- ResortBavarian Villagte is located less than one mile from both Heavenly Ca. Base lodges. Enjoy all the comforts of home in a mountain setting Community hot tub, spacious heated pool and laundry facilities.
- Mountain ViewMaster bedroom picture window view of Heavenly Ski area's 'Gunbarrel' main run. View to the left in window features pine forest/meadow.
General
- HeatingGas. Forced air heat-all rooms
- Linens ProvidedBasic toiletries are also included such as hand soap. Starter supplies of toilet paper, shampoo and dish soap.
- Washing MachineLocated in central laundry room adjacent to pool area. Credit cards required to operate machines.
- Clothes DryerLocated in central laundry room adjacent to pool area.
- FireplaceGas, with fan. Fan operates for 20-minutes after flame shut-off.
- ParkingIn front of unit. Must display parking placards on dash or rear-view mirror.
- InternetCharter 100 mgs. high speed WIFI.
- Towels ProvidedTowels and linens provided for up to 8 guests.
- Safe
- Wireless InternetCharter High-speed
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Elevator
- Living RoomPine-log mountain furniture, 60" HD TV, DVD player, CD-AM-FM Stereo IPOD dock. Pull-out queen sleeper sofa, love seat, and green recliner. USE CAUTION WHEN RETRACTING SOFA BED TO NOT BEND FRAME!
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- RefrigeratorWhirlpool Fridge with self-serve ice bin with six ice trays.
- StoveElectric / four burner
- OvenFull oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster4-slice
- Dishes & UtensilsFull silverware, steak knives, wine glasses, coffee mugs, glasses (all sizes), wisk, wine bottle opener, ice cream scoop, pizza cutter, bowls (all sizes).
- Kitchen
Dining
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
- DiningDine under our wood-log chandelier. Dining room seats six with two more settings at the bar.
Entertainment
- TelevisionSamsung 60" HD TV in the living room. 26" HD in the master bedroom.
- Satellite / CableCharter Cable with 100+ channels.
- StereoSony AM/FM shelf stereo w/CD player, IPOD dock.
- DVD PlayerSamsung Blu-Ray player.
- BooksSmall paperback book library.
- Video LibrarySelect library of DVDs.
Outside
- BalconyLanai table seats 4 plus three Adirondack chairs.
- Kayak / CanoeKayak rentals at the Ski Run Marina and Regan Beach.
- Beach Chairs
- Outdoor Furniture
- Ski & SnowboardMulitple ski rental shops along Ski Run Blvd. one block east of the condo.
- GolfBijou Municipal Golf Course located two blocks west of the condo. Take Glenwood Ave. three blocks towards the Lake which turns into Fairway Drive.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Pool
- Heated Pool
- Communal PoolSpacious heated pool with plenty of sun lounges, chairs and three large covered umbrella tables (May-mid-September). Pool hours are 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Hot TubNewly installed seats six.
Notes
- Fireplace (glass enclosure), fully equipped kitchen, high chair, toaster, toaster-oven, blender, cooking utensils, kitchen condiments, linens provided, fans upon request, iron, ironing board, washer & dryer (shared in complex laundry room), picnic table & charcoal grill (in front), playground/park ADJACENT, casino/ski shuttles, Sierra Ski & Cycle Works 2 blocks west on Hwy, 50 for bike and ski rentals, Safeway market thee blocks & around the corner at he end of Fairway Drive just past the golf course.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets - Bavarian Village HOA....not pets allowed.Bavarian Village HOA....not pets allowed.
No parties/events
No smoking
Max guests: 6 (sleeps up to 6 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 21
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
78 Reviews
South Lake Tahoe short break
Very comfortable private home for rental.
Had a family get together and there were no complaints at all
Nice property. Centrally located
Property is as advertised. Nice, clean condo. Liked the electric fire place. Minutes to Heavenly and Lake Tahoe. An hour to Squaw Valley and Kirkwood
Comfortable beds. About an hour from Reno. Quiet neighborhood. Small Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, soap) and clean towels providedd and sufficient for a few days. Easy check-in and check out process. I would recommend property.
Great spot
Enjoyed the stay. Would reccomend.
Great little place
Really good accommodation for a break in Lake Tahoe
Perfect spot in S Lake Tahoe
What a perfect place! Everyone had their own space, we had everything we needed in the kitchen, and I left some items for the next guest too. This condo is close to everything, super quiet and I can't wait to stay here again next year.
Dear Yvonne; Thanks so much for taking the time to submit your review on the Ripke Retreat. So glad you found everything met your expectations. The only concerning issue is staying with us next year. We are hoping the City of South Lake Tahoe can reach an agreement with the City allowing condo complexes to be exempt from Proposition T--the ban on all vacation rentals outside of the "Tourist Core" including Bavarian Village!
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The heart of South lake Tahoe features a 'world of activities' including bicycling, roller blading, gaming, skiing, hiking, swimming, boating, Heavenly Gondola/restaurant, even hot air ballooning at Lake Tahoe Balloons (we recommend it!)