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Cabin & Spa - Luxurious & Private 2 blocks from the lake and conservancy

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102600 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cabin & Spa - Luxurious & Private 2 blocks from the lake and conservancy

We hope we have the opportunity to host you at our awesome Tahoe Bear Cabin. It's located in a truly private spectacular setting with our backyard bordering The Tahoe National Forest. Our pictures of the cabin and surrounding property and forest acreage don't do it justice.

The 'Tahoe Bear Cabin' offers tumbled marble in the bathrooms, slab granite, and maple cabinets throughout, state-of-the-art stainless appliances, four televisions, four of which are high definition (60-inch and 42-inch), satellite TV, home theater surround-sound, a grand copper wood burning fireplace, beautiful gas fireplaces in upper and lower bedrooms, central heat, and hardwood floors. Several decks make for wonderful outside entertaining, as does the Jacuzzi hot tub, which offers total privacy. Bose speakers complement the Jacuzzi and decks.

Approximately 2600 square feet, this unique and elegant three-bedroom, three-bath, incredible Tri Level Cabin promises to make your stay in Tahoe unforgettable. Come for the Weekend and make memories that will last a Lifetime. Make no mistake, this cabin will truly bring the Lake Tahoe experience to life.

Surrounded by acres of conservancy land with The Tahoe National Forest and only two long blocks from the lake lies our Tahoe Bear Cabin, offering both privacy and convenience. For the security of our guests and the safety of our home, there are external security cameras located on our deck, the exterior doors into the house, and the parking lot area. One of the greatest features is the opportunity to watch neighborhood bears, but they can be little rascals if there are no guests at the property. We monitor the outside to ensure everything is safe for our authorized guests. There are no surveillance cameras inside the house.

Located just minutes from Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows ski resorts, and only 10 minutes from the Coast Guard boat launch at Lake Forest Road, our Tahoe Bear Cabin will allow you to experience Tahoe to its fullest - access to the Tahoe Rim trail, snowmobiling, cross country skiing at Paige Meadow, sledding on our private road or at Granlibakken Resort, quad & ATV, and hiking are conveniently located right out our back door.

Bedroom One: King-size bed
Bedroom Two: King-size bed, Queen Sofabed
Bedroom Three: Queen-size bed, Sofabed, and Twin
Living Room: Sofas sleep up to 6

Property manager

Cheryl Green

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Portable crib available

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: No more than 10 pp at property at any time
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Map
Tahoe City, CA

What's nearby

  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Commons Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tahoe City Marina - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 27 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chalet - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bridgetender - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crest Cafe and Catering - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin & Spa - Luxurious & Private 2 blocks from the lake and conservancy pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin & Spa - Luxurious & Private 2 blocks from the lake and conservancy ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin & Spa - Luxurious & Private 2 blocks from the lake and conservancy ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin & Spa - Luxurious & Private 2 blocks from the lake and conservancy located?

This family-friendly Tahoe City vacation home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Nicholas Episcopal Church, Truckee River, and Granlibakken Resort Ski Area. Tahoe City Farmers' Market and Commons Beach Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Cabin & Spa - Luxurious & Private 2 blocks from the lake and conservancy Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Girls Trip

Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

50 year Concourse Boat show

Easy, spacious and pleasant home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

C Brian C.

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

Tahoe Getaway

A beautiful stay with family in Lake Tahoe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richelle T.

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

Fun cabin

Super cute house with lots of charm!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Beautiful cabin in woods

We had a great stay in the Bear Cabin. Plenty of room for the 5 of us with comfortable beds. Everything just as posted. Quiet neighborhood away from the crowds, yet very close to all Tahoe City has to offer. Would love to return - Thank you Cheryl!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne c.

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

Great house and experience

We had a wonderful stay, great communication with the host, location was perfect and accommodated our group size and pups! The unique rooms and large deck gave us different spaces to hang out and enjoy the beauty of Tahoe.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Tahoe trip

good times
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place for a group!

We had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas here. The house was much larger than we anticipated, lots of space to hang out together, and also plenty of space for quiet alone time as well. Great location, super clean, a well loved and cared for home...we would definitely go back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin W.

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

Guys Trip in Tahoe

I'm one of five college friends who like to reunite every couple of years in a new place to reminisce about old times and create new memories. This cabin was perfect for our long weekend and gave everyone plenty of separate space while providing sizeable common areas where we could be together. The deck, especially, was outstanding and allowed us to enjoy each other's company and the loveliness of Tahoe at the same time. The home was clean and well-appointed, and our host was available to answer questions whenever needed. The location was also ideal; it was close to hiking and the lake. The next time we are in the Tahoe area, we will definitely book this lovely cabin in the woods again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Annual Ski Trip

We had a fantastic stay at Cheryl’s Cabin & Spa in Tahoe City. It was a wonderful place and a few minute drive to everything from mountains, store, shopping etc. We enjoyed our stay at the cabin with hot tub, big living room and fireplace. We will be sure to be back next time we visit Tahoe. Thank you Cheryl!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C., Sacramento, ca

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

Great cabin

Cute bear themed cabin. Comfortable beds and couches. Well appointed. We enjoyed our stayed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

jim h.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was great. Great location unique beautiful house

See above
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Nancy P.

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

Bears. Bears. Bears.

This home was quintessential Tahoe, in a good location. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean. Plenty of towels. Our group was overwhelmed by the amount of clutter (decorations) throughout the home. Removing at least half of it would make the space more livable, more welcoming and be much easier to clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

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

Great location and cozy features

Our group had a great time at the Bear Cabin - we were close to driving to Palisades while also being close enough to restaurants to walk without a car. The fireplace was a wonderful addition to helping us warm up and hang out in the large living room...as well as the hot tub, which was a delight to sit in while the snow fell. Cheryl was very communicative although we had no problems!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE H.

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

Lovely Home, Beautifully Decorated

Would gladly stay again; charming, spacious, well-stocked and private. Adjacent woods have enough clearing for nice walks. Deck is huge. The larger beds are all fantastic. As of early 2024, the two smaller beds were shorter than twin size (but still manageable for shorter occupants), and the sofa pullout in lowest-level room near fireplace needed "mattress" replaced (20-year-old slept in living room instead).
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

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

Tahoe City Snow Adventure

This property is very fun - super large, with lots of accommodations and privacy if you want it, but also large gathering spaces. The kitchen was decked out with awesome appliances, spices, cookware and all that you would need. The bathrooms are very modern and nice as well. The property is situated in a way that allows for privacy in the neighborhood, and the snowbanks helped that as well! There was a tremendous amount of snow but Cheryl made a point to call us ahead of our check-in and help with directions if needed, as the street signs were all buried under the snow! We had a bit of confusion with regard to wi-fi directions, but again Cheryl was very responsive and we got this resolved. Hopefully the check-in instructions regarding this part can be made a little more clear for future guests. We would definitely book this property again - so close to Alpine and Palisades, which was the main reason for our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Memorable rustic relaxation with the comforts of home

Bear Cabin was a dream! We had 10 people that met there to celebrate a milestone birthday and it far exceeded our expectations for the rustic, but lush getaway cabin in the woods. The house itself was quaint, but spacious. Everywhere you turned was a cute detail you hadn't noticed before. The accommodations were very comfortable. We were able to spread out without everyone being on top of each other. There were several different outdoor locations and living spaces inside that afforded us the opportunity to congregate in several places. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we could need. The available storage had me shocked and jealous. The kitchen offered itself to wonderful open conversation and a great space to prepare and enjoy a large family style meal. And three full bathrooms were amazing for a large group. Every square inch was used to it's best capacity. The attention to detail across the board was a high point, for sure. But what we enjoyed the most was the outdoor space. As you drive through the area, you notice that properties around Lake Tahoe, and Tahoe City specifically, are mostly right on top of each other. Not Bear Cabin. The house sits back on a large parcel of land and while you could see neighbors in the distance from the front of the house, the majority of the living space is secluded and private. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and impeccably maintained. The deck surrounding the house is massive. There were at least 5 separate sitting areas outside, including the wonderful fire pit and hot tub. Indoor lighting had dimmers. Outdoor lighting was ample. Seating was abundant. The only downside to our stay was we never quite figured out the outdoor speakers. One suggestion I would make would be to have a master house binder or notebook for guests that includes all of the house instructions, guidelines, rules, wifi and nearby attractions, such as trails or local hangouts. Cheryl was available and offered a great deal of guidance. Thank you Cheryl and your family for sharing your lovely home! Your hospitality and warm regard made it so special. It was the perfect base for our dream Tahoe vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Julia D.

Liked: Check-in, location

Great Location

Very Cute Home and Lots of "Tahoe" Decor. Property was clean and very comfortable. Not a lot of counter space though due to the excessive decor. After paying top dollar for this place, I wasn't aware that we weren't supposed to sleep in some of the beds. Whaaaa? Kinda weird. Cheryl is a lovely person but kept calling all weekend to see how we were doing and instructing me on how to use the hot tub because all the jets were not working properly. Tub drained and I found myself crawling under the deck outside, in snow, to turn on the water, then waiting for the water to heat up. Light switches everywhere and hard to find, Tv also way too much of a struggle. I have rented homes in Tahoe for the past 25 years, and this, was definitely an odd experience. We left the place clean and on time, key in lock box.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Great Cabin at North Lake Tahoe

Our stay was fantastic! You can tell you are renting someone’s personal vacation home instead of the usually business operated rental, but the cabin was very comfortable! My only complaint was the internet was so slow it’s mostly not usable. I think that would be an easy fix for the property owner. Sadly, some travelers still have to remain connected for family and work reasons. But we loved it and would go back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis S., Simi Valley ,CA

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

Another Fabulous Stay!

This is our second time at Cheryl’s wonderful cabin and it certainly won’t be our last! The cabin is just a perfect retreat for us, I always feel the stress melt off once we open the door! VERY well apportioned kitchen, comfortable beds, amazing family room, and outside is like your own private forest. Cheryl was incredibly communicative and very accessible if we ever needed anything. I seriously cannot think of anything negative to say about the property or communication. We want to make this our family tradition at least once a year. THANK YOU, Cheryl for every!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

sandra g.

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

Is this a VRBO property or not?

A couple of issues with access to the property. After we reserved and paid, we found this was no longer listed with VRBO. One of our party dropped out due to this because she sensed something was wrong. When we arrived we followed the instructions on how to get inside, but they were all incorrect. We called the property manager who was listed in the VRBO communications who said she has not been managing this property for a long time. She said she has requested the owner correct the error, but hasn’t gotten anywhere. She did give us the owners name and number. Luckily, we reached her and was able to access the house, but this took about 45 min to figure all this out which was pretty stressful. There were several issues with the house, the most annoying being poor to no internet which made me feel there was something buggy going on.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

hillary z.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worst rental experience

Beware of staying here. On the whole, the house is nice, but our group has had a terrible time dealing with the host before and after our stay and the house is not worth the aggravation that comes with renting this property. In terms of the house: The house isn’t located in town as the listing suggests - it’s a 10 minute drive/40 minute walk away. We tried to cancel our booking when it came to our attention that the location was misrepresented but we were told 'we should have googled that the property is where it said it was on the listing.' The third “bedroom” is actually a basement, so it offers no privacy. There are cameras watching you. The house is full of items that people have left there over the years - half eaten condiments, used toiletries - creating a lot of clutter and requiring a good clean. Regarding the host: The host is unhelpful and unresponsive. Prior to our rental it would take days or sometimes more than a week for her to respond to us. She's listed the house as sleeping 10 - though it will comfortably sleep 12! - but if you add any more than 4 guests, the cost goes up astronomically. There are cameras outside (and maybe inside?) the house that she doesn’t disclose, which is a huge violation of privacy. We are a group of 30-year-old+ accountants and other business professionals with an affinity for travelling - between us we've stayed in dozens of vacation rental home stays and none of us have experienced a host like Cheryl. Following our stay she was swift in notifying us that she had "proof" - likely the aforementioned cameras for monitoring guests - that we had additional guests at the property (we admit we had some friends over, but they did not stay the night). She has tried to charge us for additional overnight guests (that did not exist) and has said we damaged the property despite the house being left in the same condition as when we arrived. Cheryl's property is beautiful, but her actions have been vindictive in nature and we encourage anyone to find accommodations elsewhere in Tahoe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

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

Simply Amazing! The Bear Cabin!

This cabin is everything in the listing, AND MORE! When first driving up to the property, one can't miss the beautiful neighborhood and forest. Then walking around the cabin, on the outside, its unique decks and entrances are simply stunning. Then enter... absolutely beautiful. The family room is very large and was where we found ourselves every night watching a movie or talking about our day. The bedrooms, the kitchen, the dining room, everything about this cabin is what you dream of when visiting Tahoe!! We spent hours walking around the cabin and looking at all the items, art, lights, everything that the family has collected over the years and shared with everyone. And if the cabin wasn't awesome enough, Cheryl (the owner) was the most wonderful person to work with. We shared stories and photos from our stay, as she shared history and stories as well. Whenever we had a question, she was quick to reply or call with help. She truly made the trip so much more enjoyable and comfortable. Simply put, when our family visits Tahoe again, this is where we will stay!! Thank you Cheryl for EVERYTHING and sharing your stories and beautiful cabin with us!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Bear Cabin Delivered!

What a fantastic and interesting cabin. Great decks and outdoor area. Comfortable and clean!! Great location in a quiet and pretty neighborhood. We will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022