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Unique Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room!

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Game room and lounge area with access to hot tub deck
Elevated family/living room with hidden nook for the kids!
Additional living area with wood burning fireplace.
Living area
Fully stocked kitchen with a door out to the BBQ (in the summer months)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102108 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Spa at Everline
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • The Links at Everline Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Palisades Tahoe
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unique Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room!

Alpine Meadows Retreat is located in the heart of Alpine Meadows, tucked beneath the trees with beautiful mountain views. This three bedroom + bunk room/game room, three bathroom + hot tub home is perfect for your next Lake Tahoe vacation all year round. In the Summer, enjoy close access to bike paths & hiking. Year round, you are minutes to ski lifts, hiking trails & a short drive to Squaw Valley, Tahoe City, & Truckee.

No parties please.

We are always here to help before, during and after your stay. Tahoe Cohost Collective is our partner and co-host in helping you have the best Lake Tahoe experience. If you have any questions, both myself and TCC are happy to assist! Don't be shy!

Alpine Meadows is a quiet ski community tucked into the Sierras, but highly accessible via the 89 from either Truckee or Tahoe City. You are minutes away from the base of the mountain, and only a short drive to the bustling town of Truckee or the lake town of Tahoe City. Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley) Village is a short drive as well, which has a quaint little village with plenty of restaurants, shopping, bars, and things to do.

At the beginning of Alpine Meadows road, you will find the River Ranch, which is a great spot for dining, happy hour, live music, and watching people flow down the Truckee River in the summer time. You will also find a shopping center with a small cafe. The closest super market is either SaveMart in Tahoe City or Safeway in Truckee.

Downtown Truckee is 11 miles away and offers a ton of restaurants, shopping, bars, locale events, and more.

Alpine Meadows is the perfect spot for a peaceful Tahoe getaway year round.

The entire home is yours during your stay (besides some locked cabinets/closets and one of the 2 hot tubs).

Perfect anytime of year - welcome to the Alpine Meadows Retreat! This is a beautiful family home, great for those wanting to come enjoy time away in the great outdoors without compromising the comfort and feels of home. We are minutes from the slopes at Palisades Tahoe (Alpine Meadows)

Guests enjoy plenty of space for the whole family, including a family game room, hot tub, open living area, and plenty of deck space to enjoy that fresh mountain air. Because this is a family home, you have all of the amenities you would need for a comfortable stay, including all kitchen appliances, cooking essentials, and more.

This home has style. Bought in the 80s by a group of college ski buddies, this home is filled with history, memories, great times, and lots of laughs. You will get to enjoy the tons of skiing regalia that deck the walls of this awesome home. Now, owned by one of the original families, this home continues to provide amazing times for anyone who gets to call this home for a vacation!

HIGHLIGHTS:
☆ Comfortable bedding for a peaceful night’s sleep
☆ Fully stocked kitchen
☆ Family game room
☆ Hot tub
☆ Minutes to ski lifts and short drive to Squaw Valley Village
☆ Concierge services available through Tahoe Cohost Collective


On the mid-level (between upstairs and downstairs), you will find one bedroom with a queen-size bed! Continue on down the stairs to find two more additional bedrooms, plus a bunk room slash game room!

Find two more bedrooms (one king and one full) along with a massive game room/bunk room, foosball table included. Right off this room, you will find another deck with a hot tub! Kick back and take in the view from the tub after a long day of skiing, adventuring, or simply just relaxing*.

Upstairs:
Walk in to an open living area with a great view of the forest and two living spaces, including an elevated TV nook (plus, a hidden kid's nook) and comfortable couches to cozy up by the fireplace. Step down into the dining area with vaulted ceilings and a sliding glass door onto the first level deck. Watch the snow fall or enjoy the wind whirling through the trees. It truly is so peaceful! A few more steps down (visible from the living spaces and dining room), you will see a cozy kitchen will all of the necessities needed for a delicious home cooked meal!

Mid-Level:
On the mid-level (between upstairs and downstairs), you will find one bedroom with a full-size bed! You will also find a bathroom with a shower. This is the guest bathroom. Continue on down the stairs to find two more additional bedrooms, plus a bunk room / game room, another bathroom, the laundry, AND the hot tub deck!

Downstairs:
Find two more bedrooms (one king and one queen) along with a massive game room/bunk room, foosball table included. Right off this room, you will find another deck with a hot tub! Kick back and take in the view from the tub after a long day of skiing, adventuring, or simply just relaxing*.

The bunk room has two bunks, 1 queen bed, and 1 full bed. You will also find a hangout spot with chairs and a couch, along with a foosball table, Xbox, and more.

This is the perfect home for family and friends to gather, ski, hike, fish, swim, BBQ, cook, and relax! Alpine Meadows Stables is in the area if you are looking to enjoy the scenery on horseback. The River Ranch Lodge & Tavern is just a short drive away as well offering great food, drinks, happy hour, and raft watching. Bring your bikes and use the Truckee River Bike Trail to cruise up and down the Truckee River from Squaw Valley to Tahoe City!

This is truly a fun, funky, and comfortable home for a Lake Tahoe getaway. Don't miss your chance to stay at one of the most popular homes in Alpine Meadows!

Getting around is pretty simple in Alpine Meadows! We suggest that you do have a car (AWD or 4WD in the winter) to get the most out of the area. There is the TART, public transportation, which is a great option if you do not want to drive, and you can take this almost all over the valley and around Lake Tahoe. During the winter, we do have a local shuttle that can pick you up at the door and take you to the ski resort.

Propane for the BBQ is not included. Please bring your own propane or check if there is any leftover from a previous guest. *BBQ is not available for use in winter months.

Home truths:
- This home does not have AC
- The home is laid out on multiple levels
- The deck off the dining room may not be available due to snow levels.
- Outdoor furniture (including the BBQ) may not be available in the winter months (November - May).
- Professional driveway snow clearing provided
- Hot tub cleaning provided in your cleaning cost


*Furnishings and amenities will be furnished as described whenever possible. In the event that an item is damaged/broken/lost the owner will restock as soon as possible. All items in description/pictures are not guaranteed.*

One lesson we've learned about the great outdoors is the frequent requirement to wipe down the deck furniture. Despite our efforts to maintain the utmost cleanliness for your convenience, it seems that nature is working against us. You may need to wipe down the outdoor table, chairs, and any other outdoor seating. The dust and pollen accumulates within a matter of hours.

STR Permit #: STR22-5632 | Max Daytime Occupancy is 15 (excluding guests 12 and younger); Max Overnight Occupancy is 10 (excluding guests 12 and younger; 8 ADULTS MAX) | Parking: 4 Driveway Spaces - NO STREET PARKING NOV 1-MAY 1 | Quiet Hours are from 9pm - 8am | Placer County's Good Neighbor Policies Listed in Photos and House Rules.

Please note that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot always control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are far and few between, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try and accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis.

Tahoe Cohost Collective is not a property manager and is not liable for any injury or damages incurred while staying at the property. All reservations are between the booking platform, the property owner, and you, the guest.

Property manager

Stu & the Tahoe Cohost Collective team

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours are from 9pm-8am.
Placer County STR rules must be followed at all times.
We ask that the person booking the home is the primary guest staying in the home and is at least 25 years of age.

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STR22-5632

About the neighborhood

Olympic Valley

Located in Olympic Valley, this vacation home is in the mountains. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake. Olympic Valley Park and Olympic Museum are also worth visiting.
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Alpine Meadows, CA

What's nearby

  • Alpine Meadows Ski Resort - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hot Wheels Chair - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Spa at Everline - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • The Links at Everline Golf Course - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 18 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildflour Baking Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Chalet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bridgetender - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KT Base Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tahoe National Forest, Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, and Hot Wheels Chair. Hot Wheels Ski Lift and Roundhouse Express Ski Lift are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ski trip stay

Ideal location with a lot of charm. Plenty of space to hang out, beds, parking, and the hosts gave great instructions and communication. Thoroughly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristen n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and fun home

Loved this place!! Cannot wait to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spring Break Location

Our family had a great experience staying here over spring break. It is a perfect location for skiing Alpine and Squaw. The property owners were also very responsive and helpful during the entire process.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alpine Meadows stay

Great stay for our family. Loved the cozy feel of the house and all of the fun details around. The property managers were very responsive and friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. The only issue would be if you have anyone with mobility issues as there are a lot of levels separated by 2 or 3 steps each level.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun funky house close to Alpine Meadows skiing in a great quiet neighborhood.

The house was wonderful. The upstairs was great for games, reading by the fire with a nice view of the mountains. The downstairs was great for kids to be loud without being disturbed. The house was well stocked if you like to cook. It's a really cozy house with lots of amenities and the location is great.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, fun stay

We loved our stay at this funky cabin. The owners/managers are immediately responsive with any questions or issues, and the place itself is super cool. We were not able to ski (resorts closed with corona) but we had plenty of fun sledding right out the door and taking walks in the beautiful neighborhood. The house is well equipped with everything you could ever imagine and the layout allows for nice separation should you want it. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ezra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice ski house

Great location close to alpine. It was only a few minute drive to the mountain. The kitchen was very well stocked and it was nice that they had a nespresso machine. Would have been nice to be able to park in the garage because of the amount of snow while we were there, but the driveway had enough parking for 4 cars. The hot tub was really nice. The kids room had tons of beds in it. None of the bedrooms had a master suite bathroom, which wasn’t much of an issue, but it would have been nice. We will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giles D., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski weekend in March

As others have mentioned the pictures don't really do this place justice. It's beautifully decorated and laid out. Super cozy. Perfect for 2 families or one large family group. The playroom and hot tub are great. Kitchen was probably the most stocked vrbo kitchen I've been in. All the spices, oil etc. you'll need. Stuart the host is super responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaley S., Sacramento Valley, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book It!

My friends and I booked this home for our annual Tahoe trip to celebrate some birthdays and it was amazing!! The layout is very goofy, but it adds to the fun of the home. One of my friends described it best as a treehouse, with all the stairs to the bedrooms down below, and the living area up top. The kitchen is well stocked, parking was aplenty, hot tub was pure bliss and the view (albeit smoky) was gorgeous. It gets pretty warm, and there’s no AC but lots of fans to move around the air. All-in-all, we very much enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

House was great, exactly as described. Very convenient for the ski slopes. Communication with owners was excellent. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Funky and wonderful

Yes, there are lots of stairs, but the multiple levels of this home make for much delight! Cozy nooks, comfortable seating and lots of interesting posters and art pieces. Really super communication. Very convenient to Alpine Meadows ski resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane B., Iowa City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun times!

Great location. Game/bunk bed room was a hit for our kids. Hot tub was splendid after a day of hiking and river activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay

The group really enjoyed the stay. The property was amazing and communication was excellent. Highly recommend for anyone traveling to the Tahoe area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for multi family groups!

We loved this house! Super well oriented for multiple families and the kids *squealed* when they saw the bunk room! Great location easy access to alpine meadows and Tahoe city. Very responsive and kind manager!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My favorite house in Tahoe

This house is great for all kinds of trips. I really enjoy the layout. It can handle multiple families and still feel comfortable. The access to the mountains is incredible. I just love this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

J E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday ski trip

We absolutely loved staying here on our annual family ski trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and ideal layout for two families

We stayed here for a few days in between Christmas and New Year’s, in order to ski and hang out with extended family in the Squaw Creek Area as well as Tahoma. This location was ideal, close to skiing and Tahoe City shopping and dining. The kids room/game room was most impressive, with comfortable beds for 6+ and a lot of play space. My 3.5 year old daughter fell in love with the secret cubby off of the living room and even napped in there with all of her toys. Kitchen was decently equipped for cooking and entertaining. Would definitely stay here again! **There are a lot of steps/half-levels so I wouldn’t recommend it for elderly or stair-challenged folks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic vacation rental!

From all of the home's amenities to the small touches to the best communication with the hosts, this was by far one of our favorite vacation rentals. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Stu & the Tahoe Cohost Collective team

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Welcome to our Alpine Meadows home! I purchased it with 4 ski pals in 1996 when several rooms still had late 1970's shagadellic carpeting. 20+ years later, after lots of loving care and improvements, it has become the favorite retreat of my wife and two daughters when we need a break from the San Francisco fog. It's seen every kind of family holiday and celebration and we hope you will enjoy your time here as much as we have over the years.

To help us provide you the best Lake Tahoe experience, we partner with Tahoe Cohost Collective. As our cohosts, they will be available to you to answer any questions you may have and provide recommendations for you as you are planning your trip.

Why they chose this property

Welcome to the funk house! This is a traditional family ski house located in the heart of Alpine Meadows! It is minutes away (less than a mile) from the base of Alpine Meadows, which has some of the best skiing and riding in the area. We are also close to 89, with easy access to Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Squaw Valley, etc. This is a great home for a family looking to spend some quality time in a TRUE ski lodge! Don't forget to check out the fully stocked game closet!

What makes this property unique

This house has so much character. As a ski family, all the decor and art is based around skiing and mountain life. You are so close to the base of Alpine Meadows, and nestled under the beautiful Tahoe pines. We have three bedrooms and a huge game room/bunk room with tons of fun and games. Our hot tub is the perfect place to relax after a day on the slopes or adventuring around the lake.

Languages:

English, French, Italian