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Cheerful Lake Cottage with Community Fire Pit; close to skiing
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
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Homewood, CA
- Homewood Mountain Resort10 min drive
- Granlibakken Resort Ski Area11 min drive
- Palisades Tahoe23 min drive
- Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Cheerful Lake Cottage with Community Fire Pit; close to skiing
Bask in the tranquil mountain atmosphere of the West Shore at Mallard Cottage, a newly updated 2-bedroom cottage nestled a short walk from the beach and a one-minute drive from Homewood Mountain Resort. Ideal for a family or small group, the home is part of Cedar Crest Cottages, a historic vacation retreat attracting visitors since the 1930s.
*Please be advised that this home does not have air conditioning.
Mallard is located just above the community fire pit, offering filtered lake and mountain views. The convenient, open layout features living space on the upper level and two bedrooms on the lower level. The living area, cheerfully styled in lodge decor with wood-paneled walls and hardwood floors, is designed to comfortably accommodate longer stays, including working vacations. A full-length leather sofa faces a wide desk with storage, which sits seamlessly beneath the large-screen TV. With a smart soundbar, cable, and streaming capabilities, you’ll have plenty of entertainment options.
Two well-proportioned bedrooms offer king-sized beds with flexible accommodation option to convert to two extra-long twin beds upon request, making this home well-suited for families or a small group of friends.
Small children are easily accommodated with a crib or floor futon. Styled in cheerful, mid-century inspired decor with patterned wallpaper and lime green accents, both bedrooms feature plush bedding, twin nightstands, picture windows and wall-mounted TVs.
Guests share a newly remodeled bathroom with a step-in shower on the lower level and a separate powder room on the main level.
A private washer and dryer adds convenience, complete with complimentary laundry pods. Black-out and sheer window coverings throughout allow for maximum privacy and a peaceful night’s sleep.
As a guest of Cedar Crest Cottages, you’ll enjoy access to a community BBQ grill and oversized fire pit with lake and mountain views. In the summer, stroll to the beach across the street for swimming, sailing and boating on the lake; or hike through the surrounding mountains. In the winter, drive less than two minutes to the family-friendly Homewood Mountain Resort, or just 25 minutes to the varied terrain of Olympic Valley.
From its prime location on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore, Mallard Cottage offers a modern, comfortable place to call home while you explore the area’s state parks, trails, slopes and beaches. The restaurants, shopping and entertainment of Tahoe City is just 10 minutes away.
Please be advised that the firepit is seasonal and is not operational during the winter months due to the heavy snowfall.
Placer County STVR Compliance Requirements.
Daytime Occupancy: 6
Nighttime Occupancy (begins at 9pm): 4
Parking: 1 assigned parking spot
TOT # 84629
*Please be advised that this home does not have air conditioning.
Mallard is located just above the community fire pit, offering filtered lake and mountain views. The convenient, open layout features living space on the upper level and two bedrooms on the lower level. The living area, cheerfully styled in lodge decor with wood-paneled walls and hardwood floors, is designed to comfortably accommodate longer stays, including working vacations. A full-length leather sofa faces a wide desk with storage, which sits seamlessly beneath the large-screen TV. With a smart soundbar, cable, and streaming capabilities, you’ll have plenty of entertainment options.
Two well-proportioned bedrooms offer king-sized beds with flexible accommodation option to convert to two extra-long twin beds upon request, making this home well-suited for families or a small group of friends.
Small children are easily accommodated with a crib or floor futon. Styled in cheerful, mid-century inspired decor with patterned wallpaper and lime green accents, both bedrooms feature plush bedding, twin nightstands, picture windows and wall-mounted TVs.
Guests share a newly remodeled bathroom with a step-in shower on the lower level and a separate powder room on the main level.
A private washer and dryer adds convenience, complete with complimentary laundry pods. Black-out and sheer window coverings throughout allow for maximum privacy and a peaceful night’s sleep.
As a guest of Cedar Crest Cottages, you’ll enjoy access to a community BBQ grill and oversized fire pit with lake and mountain views. In the summer, stroll to the beach across the street for swimming, sailing and boating on the lake; or hike through the surrounding mountains. In the winter, drive less than two minutes to the family-friendly Homewood Mountain Resort, or just 25 minutes to the varied terrain of Olympic Valley.
From its prime location on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore, Mallard Cottage offers a modern, comfortable place to call home while you explore the area’s state parks, trails, slopes and beaches. The restaurants, shopping and entertainment of Tahoe City is just 10 minutes away.
Please be advised that the firepit is seasonal and is not operational during the winter months due to the heavy snowfall.
Placer County STVR Compliance Requirements.
Daytime Occupancy: 6
Nighttime Occupancy (begins at 9pm): 4
Parking: 1 assigned parking spot
TOT # 84629
Property manager
Natural Retreats
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Languages
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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
About the area
Homewood
Located in Homewood, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. 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 Emerald Bay State Park. Tahoe Maritime Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding.

Homewood, CA
What's nearby
- Homewood Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 3.3 km
- Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
- Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
- Alpine Meadows Ski Resort - 18 min drive - 11.6 km
- Palisades Tahoe - 23 min drive - 21.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Chalet - 24 min drive
- Bridgetender - 10 min drive
- Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet - 9 min drive
- West Shore Market - 6 min drive
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