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Award-winning Alpine Lodge; Romantic Executive Estate

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Agate Bay
    12 min walk
  • The Rustic Lounge
    10 min walk
  • Hwy 28 at Estates Dr Bus Stop
    8 min walk
  • Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    54 min drive

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About the area

Tahoe Vista

When you stay at this lodge in Tahoe Vista, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Agate Bay and North Tahoe Marina. .This lodge is 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Northstar California Resort and 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Palisades Tahoe.
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What's nearby

  • North Tahoe Marina - 3 min drive
  • Kings Beach State Recreation Area - 5 min drive
  • Crystal Bay Casino - 8 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

  • ‪The Lodge at Big Springs - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gar Woods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crystal Bay Club Casino - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Award-winning Alpine Lodge; Romantic Executive Estate

Garnered most votes for BEST DESIGNED HOME IN N. CALIFORNIA, from the California Chapter of American Institute of Building Design, FOR 2009.

This ROMANTIC Award Winning North Lake Tahoe EXECUTIVE RETREAT is for those who desire themselves and their family & friends to be in a palatial and delightfully splendid home both inside and outdoors! Imagine immersing yourself in all of the finest that life has to offer and you'll find yourself in our home. . . .

We are within 2 MINUTES TO A BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN SANDY BEACH that's great for the kids! The shallow water makes it warmer & safer than other areas around the lake.We are WITHIN 20 MINUTES OF virtually EVERYTHING!!! All snow sports - motorized and human powered, restaurants and gaming, and the Truckee-Tahoe Airport (45 minutes from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport). NORTHSTAR - THE BEST FAMILY SKI RESORT IN TAHOE - IS LESS THAN 9 MILES AWAY! The REGIONAL PARK is just a few minute's walk away, on a trial through the woods. It's great for kids & adults! Tennis (lighted), Handball, Soccer, Baseball, Mtn. Biking, hiking, par course, disk golf & BBQ's. In the winter, there is cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling & sledding.

SPACIOUSLY BEAUTIFUL! Our *2,850+/- sq. ft. lake-view, 3 bedroom/3 bath and loft home is available FOR THOSE WHO DESIRE ONLY THE BEST FOR THEIR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
(SPECIAL NOTE: THE GARAGE, OFFICE (Bedroom #4), AND SEPARATE STUDIO QUARTERS ARE NOT PART OF THE RENTAL, AND ARE NOT REFLECTED IN THE SQ.FT. CALCULATIONS OF THE HOME, AS LISTED ABOVE. The studio quarters are usually occupied by the owner or a tenant and has a separate entrance to the left of the garage.
An overview of the home provides 2 master suites (One master has a king bed with a Jacuzzi tub having filtered lake views, One master has a queen bed); the 3rd. bedroom has a full size bed, with a claw-foot tub in the bathroom. Each bedroom has its own attached bath. The loft has a reading nook which is very comfortable, extra long & wide. There is another special bed in the loft, as well, which sleeps someone 5'-7' and smaller.

There are 2 touch start beautifully romantic deer-creek green slate fireplaces with full hearths and rock surrounds.
Throughout the home there exists various hand-crafted furniture & a log bed, all designed and built by the owner.

The home's GOURMET KITCHEN is a cook's delight, replete with 6 burner stove-top, spice drawer (with all the spices), oven bank with warming drawer, dedicated wine storage, spalted maple cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless-steel appliances, pullout pantry and recycle drawers. Our home is WELL STOCKED WITH spices, sweeteners, teas, baking goods & pans, flour, cooking oil, Ziploc bags, etc - VIRTUALLY ALL THE INCIDENTALS!

We know your vacation is precious, so we courteously supply the small things - SAVING YOU TIME - so you can enjoy being with your family and friends, instead of running around doing errands!

Log accents abound throughout the home; most logs are harvested directly from the site, complimenting the vertical grain Doug-Fir and Peach travertine floors.
Wi-Fi, High-Def TV w/DVD, (no cable or satellite).

We offer our home to those who can and will appreciate it, while caring for it in the spirit of how we designed and built it. This is a SHOE-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, DRUG-FREE & PET-FREE HOME. (NO EXCEPTIONS) means just that. Don't ask. I have allergies.

Keywords: North Lake Tahoe Vacation Rental, Lake Tahoe Vacation Rental, Tahoe Vista Vacation Rental, Romantic Executive Estate, Award Winning Alpine Lodge
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a spa tub and a sauna.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

David Hopp

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Boating
  • Golf
  • Kayaking
  • Sauna
  • A hot tub
  • Tennis

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Snow sports gear

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Books
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Games
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING. ANYWHERE.

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Jetted bath
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 8857

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Award Winning Alpine Lodge Romantic Executive Estate Tahoe Vista
Award Winning Alpine Romantic Executive Estate Tahoe Vista
Award Winning Alpine Romantic
Award Winning Alpine Lodge; Romantic Executive Estate Lodge

Award-winning Alpine Lodge; Romantic Executive Estate Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a great location!
What an absolutely beautiful home! The owner, David, was very responsive and helpful in providing suggestions on restaurants and activities. It was an unusually hot week in Lake Tahoe and we didn’t realize the home didn’t have air conditioning, but with the windows open at night and a couple fans, it all worked out! The outdoor deck was perfect for bbq and family games. The nearby beaches, shopping and restaurants were great. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home and stay.
Well located, very nice ambience, nice and attendant owner. Property has some minor maintenance issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
I have used VRBO many times and this was the first time I was met by the owner. I prefer a lockbox on the door and a key code to gain access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Ski Trip
Majestically built, comfortable log home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann L., Needham, MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We loved the house and location. Instructions easy to follow.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
We had an amazing time in Lake Tahoe and truly enjoyed our stay at David’s place. We will stay there again if it’s available next time we are in Tahoe. Great property manager, beautiful house, central location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B., St. Pete, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and home in Tahoe Vista
The home and David (builder/owner) were both amazing! Once we figured out that the downstairs bedroom in floor plan on listing was actually the office that was identified elsewhere as not part of rental we were able to comfortably fit myself and wife in master and baby in adjacent room with crib (owner had pack & play, toys, bath toys and indoor toddler slide for kids). Master has amazing bath with large tub and large glass shower with steam feature. Nanny in downstairs BR w/ensuite and 17 year old and 12 year old comfortable in amazing loft over kitchen/great room with built ins. Internet everywhere in Tahoe Vista is slow. We will be back to water plants... Thank you Dave for great restaurant suggestions as well. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

estella c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and welcoming!
We loved David’s house. It’s gorgeously rustic and welcoming. The kitchen was open and well equipped, and allowed multiple cooks to prepare food simultaneously while socializing with others nearby. There was ample space for everyone to spread out as well in the privacy of bedrooms/loft. A huge plus also is that the house is located really close to a network for park trails, so parts of our party enjoyed hikes with amazing views of the lake. To top it all, David was very hospitable. When he learned that we were coffee lovers, he brought a grinder, beans and french press for us to use. He also shoveled the driveway early in the morning when it snowed and even shared his boot warmer with us after our skiing/snowboarding. We are looking forward to returning and staying again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
a memorable trip to Lake Tahoe
The house is a comfortable place to spend our winter vacation in Lake Tahoe. It is clean and convenient to shopping and ski area. I believe that the view would be even better in summer. We still have some lake view on some clear winter days. The owner is very helpful. We couldn't survive the biggest snowstorm of last two decades without his tips and help. overall, it is an great place to come back in the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in COVID
Here are the Pros: it’s a beautifully designed home with incredible woodwork throughout the home. The Master bathroom has a lovely jacuzzi and steam shower. The Kitchen was well supplied and an Outdoor deck was a nice to have. The Washer and dryer were a plus too. We didn’t mind the No shoe rule as it helped to keep the house clean. David is extremely available via text message and seen throughout the property for immediate questions and needs. The Cons: the Owner lives on the property though this is not in the listing. Though it may say this in the rental agreement, this should be mentioned on the listing when filtering for an entire place. The WiFi is acceptable for 1 person if you have video calls or want to stream. There are no curtains to keep out sunrise and house lights that are close by. We were asked to water the owners 5+ plants which we did, but weren’t told would be a responsibility of ours for a vacation rental until arrival. Lastly, the living room was under furnished and not a space to use. Another couch and coffee table (as shown in the picture was not present) would make the room more usable. In the end, we still had a lovely time. Though, the owner is on the property, it did not feel as private as we hoped, especially during COVID-19, and not as much a vacation home including a lot of nuances to maintain the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
This home is Beautiful, great location with plenty to do in the area. We took David's recommendation on restaurants and hikes and were so happy we did.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Devon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families
Beautiful cabin for a snowy day, short walk to a public sledding hill. Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family!
We had a wonderful stay! There were so many delightful details that made it an absolute pleasure to stay with kids (extra toys, cups, bath toys etc).

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Kansas City, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home for a family stay
Our family of 8 stayed (2 adult couples and 4 teenage kids) here for post Christmas getaway and it met all our needs. The 3 levels (3 bdrms, 3 ba, loft) provided sufficient privacy and room for everyone to be comfortable while the layout of the kitchen, living room, and dining room allows us common space to share and have create some fun memories. David personally greeted us and toured us through his home and provided good input on the area and tips for skiing and enjoying the Tahoe area - definitely a gracious host (also very easy to communicate with him during our stay as needed). This is a very beautiful home in a great location that accommodate our needs. Would definitely stay here again! Many thanks David for sharing your home with us and your hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

john w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great architecture
If you like high end homes with a hint of log cabin you will love. Much of the interior nicely done with raw debarked pine. Great construction with a lot of use of local wood.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joe F., Winter Park, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectactular property
Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome House
We had a great time at this beautiful Tahoe cabin style home. The pictures are accurate. Once there our preference was to primarily stay in, cook and play games with the kids/grand kids. It was a blessing to get the kids away from cable TV, video games and such. Our family spent hours playing table games which I would say the teenagers enjoyed as much or more than the adults. They talk about what a joy it was as do we. The kitchen is well appointed and stocked. David provided a great orientation to his home. I recommend this rental to anyone that appreciates and respects a well designed and clean place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele R., Windsor CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Beautiful house and shows pride of ownership. We were a little surprised at the situation with the stairs as we had an older person with us. The main living areas are on second floor up a 10or 12 steps. But there are also bedrooms on this floor so She really only had to climb up or down when we left to go out. Not too bad. One other comment - the house has gorgeous windows but lacks shades on a few. Would suggest adding curtains in the bedrooms. Overall nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Perfect spot that was private yet so close to everything we wanted to do. The park just a few steps away was a great place to play soccer and baseball and the lake was just down the hill. David was very nice and communicated very well with us, even letting us know about a few local happenings when we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation!
We enjoyed our time in this beautiful home. It had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Beautiful woodwork, great kitchen with all the supplies we needed for cooking. The back deck is a wonderful place to sit and read or enjoy a meal. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Derek B., San Francisco

Extremely clean, great location, toys for kids
This was a great place to stay over the Christmas holiday. We were traveling with 5 adults and 3 young toddlers. The location was great - Safeway is just down the street, Northstar is only a 15 min drive, and a sledding hill is 5 minutes away. The house is very clean and fully stocked with everything we needed to cook up some great meals. The children had plenty of toys to play with in the loft area. I'd highly recommend staying at this place if you're traveling with a group that enjoys nice homes and respects someone else's space.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kellie B.

Amazing Home
This was an incredible home in Lake Tahoe. The floor plan was open and offered gorgeous windows and sliding glass doors to take in the beautiful scenery. It was so peaceful to wake up in the morning with a fire place in the master suite looking out to bright clear blue skies. The home had a gourmet kitchen and had all of the cookware anyone could need. The owner had spices, flour, tea etc. for us to use. It was great to not have to stop and pick up these items. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone. The owner was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

karin b., Nyc ny

beautiful exactly as described
We had a wonderful stay in this home. It was extremely comfortable and was not missing a thing. The kitchen was well stocked with all top end appliances and very easy to work in. The bedrooms were all large and comfortable with adjoining bathrooms that were equally well appointed. David was very accommodating with coffee already there and waiting. He takes great pride in his home as the designer and builder. He is very specific about exactly how to use things but that ensures that this home is perfect for all. I found this home really comfortable and beautiful and a great vacation home in Tahoe. The pictures are very accurate and it is exactly as described. A great fun place. Thank you David for being a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jaspreet S., Saratoga, California

Very well maintained house
Great location, nice views and very comfortable stay. The kitchen is well stocked, great amities and Dave is super helpful !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Steve S.

No Shoe Rule Taints a Good Time
Let me begin by saying I & family have stayed in numerous VRBO / HomeAway / other vacation properties, have experienced an array of owners & their particulars. We've had all positive experiences in our stays, never lost deposits & always left on good terms. David owns a nice property and we were excited to spend some quality, family time in the property. My first impression of the 'high' (in excess of four figures) deposit & no-shoe rule should have deterred me from booking with this owner. My wife & I also have a no shoe rule in our home; as did our other guests. We all believe this is best way to easily maintain one's home & avoid damage & tracking-in unwanted debris into our homes. Essentially, we all easily complied with the no shoe rule...for 99% of our stay. Our 20 month-old had pushed a plastic LEGO box (provided by the owner) on the floor & scuffed the finish in a few places. These are scuff marks to the finish & not scratches to the finish or wood. The owner's reaction is to withhold our entire 'four-figure' deposit. This is an EXTREME reaction to some scuff marks which can easily be buffed-out of a small area of a 2850 sq foot property. The owner is stating the ENTIRE floors need refinished due to these scuff marks and 4 sets shoe prints...REALLY!? Further, while the floors are nice they are far from perfect! Lastly, are these floors even appropriate for a vacation rental? The owner also doesn't appropriately / sufficiently supply the property. For example, there was no shampoo / conditioners in bathrooms, few linens & we ran out of dishwashing detergent on our 2nd day. Sticky notes on drawers directed us not to use certain drawers. We had no access to the garage, which would have been 'nice' for a winter rental given snow & unpacking one's vehicles. Especially given the no shoe rule. This property is advertised as a 'premier' lodge and the price is reflective. However, mattresses, linens, bedding, glassware, flatware etc., were reflective of much inferior lodging. The owner isn't forthcoming about the property either; he doesn't clearly state you have no access to the garage. Further, he didn't advise, until arrival, that he'd be staying on-site in adjoining area. In summary, we won't be staying at this property in the future & won't refer to friends / family. I don't believe this owner should have this property in the vacation rental pool nor the owner because of unrealistic expectations, strange habits & tired facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018