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Serene & Elegant; Sleeps 12, Private & Quiet; Private Homeowners Beach Club

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Great Room on top floor, front deck, steps leading to bottom floor
Conservancy lots on either side and in front
Kitchen adjoining Great Room, & Rear Deck. This Floor also has a 1/2 bath
Dining Room, adjoining Kitchen & Great Room on Top Floor
 Great Room with gas fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tahoe City, CA
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1, Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2, guest master

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Other (See Description)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Serene & Elegant; Sleeps 12, Private & Quiet; Private Homeowners Beach Club

Our preferred guests are families- we are NOT a party house! Multi-generational familiy- grandparents, children, and grandkids are great! Our allegiance is to our neighbors. We are very cognizant of our peaceful neighborhood ambiance (that's why we bought it and love it!) and respectful of our neighbors. Please note our House Rules with regard to this.

FYI- we are very qualified to achieve "Premier Partner" with VRBO, except for one thing: they will not grant this designation because we will not accept Instant Booking. We won't do this, as we want control over who rents our home.

We accept a maximum of 8 adults and 4 children in "The Kids' Bunkbed Room" for a total of 12.

Our general rule is to ask for a 4-night stay. However, there are two weeks in the year we ask for a 6-night stay. Those weeks surround New Years and 4th of July. These are by far the most popular times of the year.

This elegant mountain retreat is located on the colorful and traditional West Shore, near Tahoe City, in the serene Talmont area, with membership to the private homeowners Tahoe Park Beach Club. The idyllic setting offers tranquility and privacy, but as our home is only 2.5 miles west of Tahoe City, you will also appreciate the shopping and dining convenience it affords.

Surrounded by multiple forested conservancy lots on three sides, this welcoming 2500+ square foot home offers privacy, a filtered peek of the lake, and an expansive treetop view. It is very tastefully decorated, and fully and thoughtfully equipped, assuring your vacation relaxation.

Our home is lovingly furnished with comfort and quality in mind. We regard it as our beloved second home, as opposed to a rental income property! We gladly open our home to others and appreciate the fact that our guests will show it the same respect that we do.

We have furnished our mountain retreat with cherished antiques, family heirlooms, and warm hand-made and custom-made furniture, along with new beds and linens.

We offer 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, and a fold-out Queen-size sofa. Our home boasts knotty pine cathedral ceilings, knotty pine custom cabinets and trim throughout, and granite kitchen with new appliances, granite bath counters, along with wood and slate flooring throughout.

The entry is showcased by a wide staircase accented with hand-carved pine railings, leading up or down to either of the two living areas.

Upstairs, the open living/dining/kitchen area is airy and expansive, featuring two decks, overlooking the forest. The large, leather sectional is flanked by club chairs, providing a comfortable sitting area.

We have just installed brand new kitchen appliances and a washer and dryer.

You’ll enjoy a flat-screen, HD TV, which is highly maneuverable to allow for the utmost viewing options and has a Blue Ray DVD player. Unlimited free high-speed Internet access is provided.

The upper floor hosts the spacious and luxurious master bedroom featuring a Californian King bed and master bathroom, with a large Jacuzzi soaking tub and separate enclosed glass shower. A half bath is located off the living area and a charming ceiling fan provides a gentle, refreshing breeze on summer evenings.

Downstairs, the family room is a perfect gathering area for youngsters– young and old–a leather sectional faces a large TV, with DVD, and VCR. Leading off the family room are three bedrooms and one full bath: one bedroom features a queen bed, another has a *triple full-size bunk bed, with full-size trundle (this room can sleep a MAX of six small children- UP TO 175 lbs each level) the other bedroom has two twin beds, with and an antique desk. In addition, the sectional in the downstairs living area holds a queen-size foldout bed.

You’ll love our private beach club 1 mile down the road! Charming Tahoe Park is one of the most popular beaches on the lake, offering over three acres of beachfront living. It boasts a lovely beach, little nooks sheltering private sitting and dining areas, grass areas surrounded by gardens and shaded by towering pines, BBQs with tables and benches, piers, kayak access, shuffleboard, volleyball, horseshoes, basketball, bocce ball court, a children’s playground and restrooms. Relax in privacy and enjoy a lakefront BBQ! Google their website for photos and more info- 'Lake Tahoe Park Association'.

Next door to Tahoe Park Beach, sip cocktails on the lakeside deck of festive Sunnyside Resort, while watching the sunset over the lake and boaters pull in after a day on the lake. You’ll savor the breakfasts at the nearby Firesign Café.

Paige Meadows, with its huge network of superb hiking, walking and biking trails, is only steps away from our mountain home. Lake Tahoe is renowned for its natural beauty and numerous outdoor activities including river rafting, extensive hiking and biking (on both paved and dirt paths), fishing, swimming, boating, and all manner of water sports.

Best of all is just relaxing on the beach or reading a good book while lounging on our decks, enjoying the pine-scented mountain air!

Our kitchen is very well-equipped; the dining table expands to seat eight with additional seating for three at the kitchen island. You’ll enjoy a gas Webber BBQ, clothes washer and dryer, and garage parking for one car. Additional outdoor parking is also available.

We welcome you to our tree-top mountain home!

Property manager

Janine Dickenson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not baby-proofed , safety concerns
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Events

No events allowed
The sheriff may be called and you may be evicted
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke outside, but deposit safely (Fire!)
Quiet hours after 10:00 pm. House parties are NOT tolerated! Excessive noise will result in a $150 fee, per incident, deducted from your deposit.
Excessive trash and/or cleaning will result in an additional fee deducted from your deposit-utilize the trash compactor (no glass).
Total combined weight of the bunkbeds is 175 per level. No fires outside No music outside No events No Firearms

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: The sheriff may be called and you may be evicted
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tahoe City

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Talmont, a neighbourhood in Tahoe City. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Travelling with kids? Consider Tahoe Maritime Museum, or check out an event or a game at North Tahoe Regional Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Tahoe City, CA

What's nearby

  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Commons Beach Park - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • North Tahoe Regional Park - 11 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 27 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chalet - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bridgetender - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Crest Cafe and Catering - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene & Elegant; Sleeps 12, Private & Quiet; Private Homeowners Beach Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene & Elegant; Sleeps 12, Private & Quiet; Private Homeowners Beach Club?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene & Elegant; Sleeps 12, Private & Quiet; Private Homeowners Beach Club?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene & Elegant; Sleeps 12, Private & Quiet; Private Homeowners Beach Club located?

This family-friendly Tahoe City holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park and Granlibakken Resort Ski Area. St. Nicholas Episcopal Church and Hurricane Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roger M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice Cabin

We had a problem when we arrived at the cabin but the owner made it right.This was a family gathering we try to do to keep in touch and build a stronger bond between are growing family.If you have problems with stairs this is not the place for you.The kitchen was well supplied with everything you normally need. The grill on the back porch worked great.The ground still had snow so we were not able to visit the beach.Dealing with the owner was very refreshing because they responded right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian S.

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

Great stay

Very nice home. My family and i enjoyed staying at this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

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

Super Family Home

What a wonderful week we spent at this beautiful home. The setting is lovely and the private beach is fantastic. We were there with our family and there was space for everyone. The kitchen is very well equipped. The owner, Janine, is extremely responsive to any questions at the house. For example, when I asked her about a large roasting pan to cook a turkey, she ordered an electric roaster for us to use. I highly recommend this property and we hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

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

Spacious, beautiful home

The stay was fantastic. Great host communication, sleeping and common areas excellent. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey O.

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

Perfect for groups

It was such a wonderful stay. Very spacious and well situated for large groups. Excellent communication and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Total Tahoe Retreat

We've been renting in the Talmont/ Sunnyside area for over 10 years and this home fits the bill! Very private, had everything organized and easy to find (utencils, etc.). Well-priced and simple to communicate with the owners with any questions! Loved the cabin feel, cozy and spacious. Lower level perfect for teens and additional family. Had mroe than enough extras like beach chairs, crawdad traps, fans. Love it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Great location for a family getaway.

Annually my family shares the New Year with my brother in-law and his family. This was a wonderful home and the host was extremely gracious. She communicated well and the home was as advertised. Great host and great home. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhona O., San Francisco

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

Excellent house for a large group or 2 families

A lovely house in a great location, well appointed with a very accommodating and responsive host. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Comfortable and Spacious

We are a family of 5 and had two additional guests with us. This was the perfect spot. Plenty of room and a very spacious common space for all of us to enjoy. Location is great. Easy drive into Tahoe City for shopping and groceries. Janine is a great host. She was very helpful and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Tahoe City Cabin

Overall, the cabin was a great experience. It was as advertised. It really can sleep a large group. The kitchen is also well equipped with pots, pans, etc. All the appliances work well. It is also close to many conveniences and Lake Tahoe. The HOA private beach that you can access is really nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia A.

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

4th of July

We had a wonderful 4th of July at the home! Loved the beach access and close proximity to hikes, restaurants and more! House worked perfectly- we grilled many nights and family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicole k.

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

Absolutely amazing

This was a wonderful property, incredible location, private beach access, terrific property manager. Could not have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Great place

Awesome house. Very responsive host. Very clean. Great for families and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

tomasz w.

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

family vacations

we could not had a better place to to fit our family needs
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jane H.

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

Thanksgiving Tahoe Getaway

Host was easy to work with, very accommodating. Our only complaint was getting inside the house was difficult, we were supposed to have 2 remotes to garage which we couldn’t find and the extra door key didn’t work. Also bed mattresses need to be replaced. And the kitchen isn’t stocked with all your needs make sure you bring what you need to cook with. We loved the house and all the property. Beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Charles H.

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

Was a great trip

The property was really nice. Had a good time on the lake. Spent most of our time out rather then in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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

Beautiful house

Beautiful house and close to the lake. We really enjoyed the private beach area. The only change we would add is newer patio furniture. We had a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sughey M.

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

Amazing house, I would recommend!

The house was AMAZING! The area was quiet, the kids were able to enjoy the snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Stay/Place

Thank you for the nice stay. The home setup was nice for two families with small children with two kids rooms and two master suites. Location was perfect for us near a home of some other friends. There are some maintenance issues that would make this place even better, mainly the appliances and televisions. The fridge light was out and needs to be replaced. The dishwasher has a broken tray and latch and looks to be 20 years old. The downstairs tv is in a great place for the little kids to hang at but the TV is from 20 years ago as well with only a vhs player and a DVD player that I couldn't find a working remote for...plus we didn't bring kids DVDs (or VHS tapes..haha). Upstairs tv setup was pretty poor as well. Apple TV remote was dead so we didn't spend time replacing batteries and trying that either. Granted TV is not the reason we came to Tahoe but with little kids and snowy day downtime, it can be a necessity. Anyways, no trip altering complaints but for expensive beautifully advertised vacation homes, we generally hope for top line amenities/appliances.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chinmay T.

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

Amazing Stay/Hospitality

we had an amazing experience at this cabin from check in through the time we left. Janine is an absolute gem and was very cordial from the time we booked to letting us have late departure. The private beach access is a great plus, we’ll definitely be back in the summer to take advantage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

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

Great Spot near back of Alpine

Great property, great instructions, great location - what more could you want? We had a great stay and the house was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., Walnut Creek

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

Holiday weekend with long time friends.

Very comfortable, spacious home, wonderful view and convenient location to any activities you may need. Would recommend to all that enjoy the Tahoe experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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

Great location and comfortable home!

Our family enjoyed our stay
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Joanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Snow removal

We loved the house. But a recent storm left 5’ of snow on decks and stairs. The key pad to open the garage did not work and it was really difficult to walk up the stairs laden with snow to reach the key lock box. In the future I would suggest having snow removed prior to guest arrival. One other issue was lack of closet in the master bedroom. It would help to have a stand for clothes in the room plus a chair and a bench at the end of bed to put blankets not needed rather than putting on floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Janine Dickenson

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We have owned a cabin in Tahoe for over 25years- an older cabin and now this new one. Owning a cabin has provided us with a delightful venue, allowing us to spend quality time with our family and each other.

Why they chose this property

We have looked on the West Shore for years in search of a more private cabin than our first one. This particular aspect is an overwhelming priority for us, perhaps simply because our primary residence is also very private, and it is what we are accustomed to. Of course, along with privacy, everything thing else about it had to be just what we wanted- if not, we were plenty happy with our older cabin. When we discovered this property, we knew it was prefect for us!

What makes this property unique

Located in an upscale neighborhood, our mountain home is private, quiet, and surrounded by forested conservancy lots, and offers a filtered, treetop lake view. Of quality construction only several years old, it is thoughtfully and tastefully furnished, appointed and maintained. Families will appreciate the downstairs family room when entertainment tastes differ among varying age groups. You'll experience great walking, hiking and biking year round at nearby Paige Meadows. Our private beach is delightful for all age groups- stake out your little nook on the shady lawn, reserve a table for a barbeque, or opt for tanning on the beach. Tahoe Beach Park activities include horseshoes, volleyball, basketball and a playground for the tots. The private beach will prove to be an even more valuable asset, should our nearby state parks close for public use. Our location allows for your choice of vacation options- nonstop outdoor activities and convenient dining, or cozy cocooning.

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English

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