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5 Bedroom Mountain Retreat - Forest Location yet close to Beach, Skiing & Town

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Great room area Kitchen table
Looking out from back deck
Living area
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8239 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Popular LocationNorth Tahoe Marina3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKings Beach State Recreation Area5 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorthstar California Resort23 min drive
  • AirportReno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Master Bedroom Suite

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

5 Bedroom Mountain Retreat - Forest Location yet close to Beach, Skiing & Town

5 bedroom 3 bath retreat that backs up to the forest. Steps to beautiful hiking trails while only a 1/2 mile to the beach. Perfect for 2 families.

The home features an open kitchen and living room area, perfect for entertaining. Additionally, the third floor has two decks one facing the lake and the other the forest.

Two of the bedrooms on the main level are located in a in-law suite with an efficiency kitchen; perfect for two families.

The location is perfectly situated between major ski resorts and close to the beach and shopping.

In the winter, 4 wheel drive with snow tires or chains is strongly recommended. Sleds are available in the garage.

Please note that the minimum age to rent the house is 26 years old. We are looking for renters who will treat the home as their own. If you are looking for a party house, please explore other options. Pet's are not allowed.

The house offers the following:

* High speed wireless internet, home phone
* Gas BBQ grill on rear deck
* Gas Log heating stove in main living area
* Quiet Neighborhood
* Steps from hiking trail
* Cable with Flat Screen TV
* Washer/Dryer
* Well appointed Kitchen with new applicances
* Tons of Board games
* Two car Garage and plenty of parking on circular driveway
* Beach chairs and sand toys
* Sleds
* All new bed linens and towels
* Entertainment Kitchen
* In-law suite with efficiency kitchen and sitting room
* Home size 2800 sqft
* Stunning Kitchen with bar seating, granite counters, trash compactor, and stainless steel appliances.

Bike paths and trails are abundant in the area and are easily accessible . Hiking trails are endless and beautiful. Lake fishing companies operate out of Tahoe City. Kayaking, boating, jet skis, stand up paddle boarding, playgrounds, beach volleyball, fishing, river rafting are all located near by. Things to do in Tahoe during the summer: Tree Top Adventure Park (zipline and ropes obstacle courses), fly fishing, crawdad fishing, biking, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, boating, fishing, golfing, river rafting, horseback riding, swimming, mini golf, tennis, running Things to do in Tahoe during the winter: Snowboarding, Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Ice Skating, Sledding,

The house is less than 25 minutes away from major ski resorts:
-13 minutes to Northstar (8 miles)
-25 minutes to Squaw Valley (15 miles)
-25 minutes to Alpine Meadows Ski Resort (15 miles)
-25 minutes to Homewood Mountain Resort (14 miles)
-20 minutes to Diamond Peak Resort (10 miles)
-13 minutes to Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area

Other Neighborhood Location Highlights:
- 0.5 miles to beach/lake
-1.9 miles to Safeway
-2.0 miles to Brockway Golf course
- 2.0 miles to King's Beach shopping and restaurants.
- 3.8 miles to Crystal Bay Casino
- 9 miles minutes to Granlibakken / Tree Top Adventure Park
- 8 miles to Tahoe City, shopping and restaurants

[To support your stay we have added a local property manager, Stacey Hart. Stacey will be helping to make sure your stay is comfortable and safe]





Property manager

Jim and Julie Viola

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Sun-deck facing North Lake Tahoe at Twilight
Award-winning Alpine Lodge; Romantic Executive Estate
Hot tub
Tennis court
Microwave
Kitchen
9.8 out of 10, (48 reviews)
Award-winning Alpine Lodge; Romantic Executive Estate

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Note: the house is not baby-proofed

Events

No events allowed
Our county vacation rental permit 8 guests.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
See rental agreement for more rules. MUST HAVE 4-Wheel Drive in the winter(snow months)and experience driving in the snow. Chains highly recommended.
All trash goes in the bear box. There is a $200 trash removal fee for trash left in the garage or in the house (and not in the bear box )
Back door needs to remain locked. Bears could get in. NO FIRES outside. Do not leave gas stove on when no one home or put anything on or near stove.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Our county vacation rental permit 8 guests.
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

About the area

Tahoe Vista

Located in Tahoe Vista, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park and Sand Harbor. North Shore Parasail and Kings Beach Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tahoe Vista, CA

What's nearby

  • Agate Bay - 10 min walk
  • North Tahoe Marina - 3 min drive
  • Kings Beach State Recreation Area - 5 min drive
  • Cal Neva Casino - 8 min drive
  • Northstar California Resort - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 20 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gar Woods - 4 min drive
  • Crystal Bay Club Casino - 8 min drive
  • The Grid Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
  • Spindleshanks - 4 min drive
  • Lanza's Restaurant - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Tahoe Vista Cabin
Super clean, great queen beds in all rooms, and amazing deck to lounge on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a perfect weekend
We had the best stay at Jim and Julie’s house! They and their house manager, Stacey, made our stay so easy. This was the perfect house for our girls weekend. We loved relaxing on the porch to start and end the day. The location was perfect. We would definitely come stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katerina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Jim and Julie’s home is beautiful, we’ll kept and has everything you need to make for a great stay. The communication from prior to even renting was great and they had many recommendations for things to do in the area. The home was clean and in a great location. We were traveling with our pre-teen and teenager as well as grandparents and everyone has a great time. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place great amenities.
Jim and Julie were great. Very helpful with the check in process and great with communication. Their place is very nice and we really appreciated the good quality cookware, sharp knives, and proper bar accessories. Great house and great location. We will definitely be coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward (Ted) S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Long Holiday Weekend in Tahoe
We really enjoyed our time at Jim and Julie's property in Tahoe Vista. The house was perfect for our family of 4 plus a guest -- plenty of living and sleeping space, even for sprawling teenagers; the two-car garage was a bonus given the heavy snow that fell during our stay. The house is warm and inviting, and immediately encourages relaxation. We tend to cook in rather than eating restaurant food on our family trips (especially in the current environment), and the kitchen is incredibly well-appointed -- everything we could have wanted to make great family dinners. We had a short drive to the northwestern Tahoe ski resorts, making for a terrific vacation. We would definitely go back and enjoy Jim and Julie's home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Julie Viola

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Originally from Nutley NJ, we now live in the Bay Area.

Always wanting a mountain house, we found Tahoe to be the perfect location. The abundant amenities yet serenity of the mountains and a short car ride from the Bay Area all make for the ideal vacation spot.

Why they chose this property

We wanted a quiet setting in the mountains for the seclusion, but yet easy access to amenities and town. This home is the perfect combination, plus offers the privacy of the in-law suite - ideal for guests and open kitchen/great room - ideal for entertaining.

What makes this property unique

Hiking right out the back door and 100 yards from the front door to the forest, Frisbee golf, zipline and biking trails. Less than a mile to the beach and town. Close to major ski resorts, restaurants, shopping and golf. (12 minutes to Northstar :)
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