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Marla Bay Homeowners Beach
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Living Room
Dinning Area
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Zephyr Cove, NV
  • Zephyr Cove Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Heavenly Gondola
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lakeside Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 Guest bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Make Memories in Marla Bay, Private Homeowners Beach, 8 Guests

Located in the private, exclusive waterfront community of Marla Bay, established in the 1920’s, this custom Tahoe style home offers you an unforgettable Lake Tahoe experience. Marla Bay offers one of the few private homeowners’ beaches within walking distance from this home. This 2,600 sq.ft. two story home has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, great room with a fireplace, and spacious kitchen. Upstairs offers an open floor plan that flows from the kitchen through dining room, to large great room with soaring vaulted ceilings and granite rock gas fireplace. The primary bedroom, bathroom, and half bath is also upstairs. Downstairs has 3 guest rooms, guest bathroom and laundry room.

• AMENITIES: 2,600 sq.ft. with 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, deck with patio furniture and BBQ (normally put away Oct. 1st for winter), Private Homeowners Beach within walking distance, television with cable, WiFi, fully equipped kitchen with utensils and cookware. Full size washer and dryer. Linens and towels provided. Various board and card games. No garage use is included in the rental. No hot tub.

• Bedroom Arrangement: #1: Upstairs Bedroom has king bed with private bath. #2: Downstairs bedroom next to laundry room has queen bed. #3: Next to hall bathroom has twin beds. #4: Bedroom has a king bed.

• Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms plus a half bathroom.

• LOCATION: Marla Bay/Zephyr Cove. 30 minutes from Incline, 45 minutes Reno Airport, 15 minutes to the Nevada side of Heavenly Valley, 15 minutes from Heavenly California Lodge, 10 minutes from Round Hill shopping mall which has Safeway, Starbucks, Anytime Fitness, Wells Fargo Bank, Zephyr Cove post office and many restaurants, 10 minutes to Nevada Beach, 10 minutes from Edgewood Golf Course, 5 minutes to Zephyr Cove Beach and Restaurant, 5 minutes from Round Hill Pines Beach, 15 minutes to the Tahoe Rim Trail on Spooner Summit. 15 minutes to Stateline to the Casinos. Subject to weather and traffic conditions. Round Hill Pines and Zephyr Cove Beach both offer boat rentals, jet ski rentals, etc.

• RULES: Must be 25 years to book the stay. NO Smoking or vaping of any kind. NO Pets allowed. NO Weddings or Parties. No sub-leasing. 8 guests maximum. Designated parking in driveway for 2 vehicles in summer and 2 additional vehicles can park between “no parking” signs. Winter 2 vehicles in drive way only. NO street parking in all of Marla Bay. Failure to use designated parking spaces can result in $500 County fine. Must display parking pass on dash. Call for discounted rate if only 2 people. 6-night minimum stay in July and August.

NO PARTY CLAUSE: This states that “Failure to comply with the event/party policy (an additional document), will result in the loss of deposit and all tenants and guests will be required to immediately leave the property. PARTIES are defined as any combination of the follow: ANY loud noise and/or excessive drinking that is disruptive to neighboring houses. A party, as defined in this agreement, will result in loss of entire damaged deposit and an immediate eviction from the property with no refund given under any circumstance.”

Douglas County, Nevada New VHR Rules Now Include:
QUITE HOURS: 9:00pm-8:00am

If you wish to book this property please make sure do mark inquiry so your credit card will not be charged until you and I have made contact prior to the booking. As a property owner I want to make sure all your questions are answered.
PLEASE NOTE we have a firm cancellation policy but in extreme emergencies we will always work with you.
VHR permit #DSTR1048P

Property manager

Judi Ahern ( VHRP09517)(VhRP 07411, VHRP 05006)
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This house is not child proof
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Events

No events allowed
Large gatherings are not allowed - NO EXCEPTIONS!!
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed on the entire property-Fire
*Senate Bill NV 461=$5.00 per nt County tourism charge *NOT ALLOWED lg groups, family reunions, wedding parties, any parties Marla Bay private beach
Cannabis activities, including:smoking, trimming, packaging, or processing are NOT PERMITTED on this property. BBQ not available Oct until Spring
A reservation confirmation will sent to be filled out and returned to owner. *Driveway parking only. 3 cars in summer ? 4, ***2 cars in winter

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: Large gatherings are not allowed - NO EXCEPTIONS!!
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
Property Registration Number VHR account #08400640 VHR Permit DST1048P

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Zephyr Cove

Located in Zephyr Cove, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Zephyr Cove Beach and Lakeside Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tahoe Blue Event Center or South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Zephyr Cove, NV

What's nearby

  • Zephyr Cove Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Nevada Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lakeside Beach - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Beaver Bar and Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Center Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Audible's Sports Bar and Gaming - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make Memories in Marla Bay, Private Homeowners Beach, 8 Guests pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Make Memories in Marla Bay, Private Homeowners Beach, 8 Guests?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make Memories in Marla Bay, Private Homeowners Beach, 8 Guests?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Make Memories in Marla Bay, Private Homeowners Beach, 8 Guests located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Marla Bay and Zephyr Cove. Zephyr Cove Beach and Nevada Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 62 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tagi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Great place, great communication.We were grateful for the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation for Snowboarding and Beautiful Zypher Cove.
The whole process was easy and the house was very clean. No complaints. It was our first VRBO and the actual cabin was better in person than the pics. Very cozy and the fireplace was icing on the cake. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot right by the lake!
We loved our stay in Marla Bay! We were delighted the place is even better than the photos— we loved having our coffee on the balcony with a view of the lake! It’s an amazing location and a short 5 min drive to Zephyr Cove. Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Easy access and communication with the owner, Judi! Only disappointment was that we couldn’t use the BBQ when there wasn’t any snow. Thanks Judi!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tahoe beach time
Totally excellent home- immaculate & fresh - Nice peak of the lake from upstairs & deck!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location!
My family and I had a wonderful stay. The house was spacious, impeccably clean, and very comfortably fit 5 adults, 1 toddler and 2 babies. The neighborhood was a perfect location. The owner was very responsive and helpful. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay!
I want to say thank you to Judi for the beautiful hospitality. Great location and cabin! Thank you again Judi!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred G., Calabasas, CA 91302

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - nice experience
The house is a good size and very well maintained. Definitely going back this summer. Host is very communicative and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful lake view
Thank you for sharing your home with us ! Great location! Beautiful lake view
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norma, Clearwater

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
The location of the property was amazing. Right near all the beautiful scenic views. we were able to walk down to the lake and enjoy a nice quiet sunrise and sunset! 100% recommend the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it
Property was well kept and in a nice neighborhood. Even though the lake was at full capacity with not much beachfront, we still had access and made use of the lake. It was beautiful and the home is only a short walk from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Record Snow Season
Great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with plenty of space!
Felt like home, we could all fit at the table for meals & games. The filtered view of the lake and bird song in the morning were spectacular! The vaulted wood panel ceilings were incredible and the kitchen, bedroom restroom situations were more than adequate. The management was perfect and we would definitely recommend this amazing home. We wish we knew and were disappointed the lake was too full for our fam to access the private beach. Also, the grandkids didn’t like the feathers poking out of the couch. Great family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
We had an amazing time at Lake Tahoe. This house was the perfect home base as it is situated near everything including an amazing private beach a short 2-3min walk down the road. Seriously, the lake is visible from the drive way and is only a short downhill walk. There was more than enough space for 4 adults. The house was incredibly clean, quiet, and cozy. Well stocked kitchen and spacious rooms. The view from the dinning room/patio deck was a wonderful surprise. Judi was extremely responsive, friendly, and helpful when it came to house questions. I can not say enough good things about the overall experience and home. 10/10!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Archana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanest and nicest maintained house we have ever stayed in
We (family of 4 with 2 boys) had a wonderful time. We have stayed at VRBOs for over a decade in multiple countries and all over the US and I can say with absolute certainty this is the cleanest and most well maintained house we've ever stayed at. The devil is in the details and even things like the blinds were in great shape and did not have a speck of dust on them. Also, the house had everything you could need. And the owner was really nice and contacted us several times to see if we needed anything. Location was also great. We skiied at Heavenly, and both the CA and NV side were less than 15 min away. You can walk down to the beach in 3-5 min, which was really nice one afternoon. All in all, a great week!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Thanksgiving Stay
Very beautiful and spacious home. Short drive to the grocery store and casino area. Easy walk to a private beach area that is very nice. Comfy beds and a nice little deck to sit out on. The fireplace in the front room is also very nice. Owner is very attentive and responsive. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall weekend
We had a wonderful stay at this perfect house. It is exactly as described, well equipped and comfortable, with a beautiful view of the lake through the trees. It's a short walk to a beautiful sandy beach and there's easy access to restaurants and hiking nearby. The owner checked in to make sure we had everything we needed and communication throughout the process was seamless. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N., Woodland Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and Spacious in Great Location
Perfect location walking distance to the lake. House had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. We had a great stay and can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

LouD L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & functional property 5 minute walk from Lake Tahoe
This Marla Bay home is a gem - it is nice & liveable... There is ample living space, & the deck off the dining room is delightful. Lots of amenities included in the home & it's only a 5 minute walk from Lake Tahoe & the private (accessible to guests) beach. Rooms are spacious, beds are comfortable. We would definitely want to come back to this beautiful spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie M., Honolulu, Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place to Stay!
Absolutely loved this place. The pictiures don't do it justice as it seemed even better in person. It was so easy to reserve and all the instructions were well thought out and simple. The location was perfect - close enough to get everywhere and quiet & peaceful enough to chill. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need. The private beach was a definite plus as we saw other beaches that were way too crowded. Neighbors are friendly and we had no issues or concerns while we stayed. Host was very responsive when I asked about trash day (I just wanted to make sure I got the instructions correct). I would definitely book here again when we make it back to Tahoe!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and location
We were in town for a family wedding at Genoa Golf course: Loved the house and location with a short walk to the beach. The house was very clean with a beautiful view of the lake from the upstairs deck to enjoy our morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. We had plenty of room for our group of 6 adults and 2 children. The kitchen was well equipped. It was nice to have a large dining room table and living area that was comfortable for the whole family. . Judi was wonderful from the initial reservation and made sure we had everything we needed once we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect vacation home
This property was exactly as advertised. We visited during late Spring (after the snow) and it was the perfect location for us. We immediately felt "at home" in this spacious, well appointed and meticulously clean home. Marla Bay is lovely for strolls and feels secluded with its private beach access. The owner promptly answered our questions and even arranged for a late check-out which we immensely appreciated. Will definitely book again should we find ourselves visiting Tahoe in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita B., Santa Fe, New Mexico, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, beautiful view, great beach
We very much enjoyed our stay in this Marla Bay home. One thing to know is bring everything you will need to cook with you, including coffee, oil, salt and pepper. Otherwise the kitchen has everything you need to make great meals. The beach is absolutely lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

steve d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solid
A very accurately listed property on VRBO. Well-maintained and very clean. There are more "house rules" than the usual stay, but the property is better for it. Located on the lake and convenient to the town of South Lake Tahoe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with Friends!
Loved this house. It was very comfortable, clean, cozy and a great location! It would be helpful to have a bench inside the front door to put on and take off shoes.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Judi Ahern ( VHRP09517)(VhRP 07411, VHRP 05006)

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Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

Situated in the wonderful "Old Tahoe" beachfront community of Marla Bay, Nevada. One of the best sandy private, homeowners' beaches on all of Lake Tahoe.
Beach has fantastic panoramic views. Wonderful place to enjoy the sunset with a glass of wine. Or sit on the deck and enjoy the filtered lake and mountain views in any season.

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English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests