Rest and Relaxation...Steps from the Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
4.8
Outstanding(34 Reviews)

Cabin in Tahoe Vista, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cabin rental

Hi and welcome to The Little Gray Cabin!

We're very glad you'll soon be arriving, and we are very humbled you've chosen our family home to create some fabulous Lake Tahoe memories!

Now for the arrival and departure stuff.

ARRIVAL:
A lock box behind the silver bucket on the front porch adjacent to the front door holds the key. The combination is XXXX

WINTER-SEASON WATER DETAILS:
The cold temperatures during the winter require the water to be turned on upon arrival and turned off upon departure.

This is accomplished with a quick turn of a floor-mounted handled underneath the kitchen dining booth. It takes just a quarter turn of the handle. When the water is on you will hear the pipes activate and water will begin immediately flowing from the faucets.

HEATING :
The thermostat is mounted on the short stairwell wall adjacent to the TV. This controls the gas floor furnace in the entry. Please make yourself comfortable and thank you for turning the heat down when outside enjoying the beautiful surroundings. It's very helpful to simultaneously turn on the ceiling fan. The heat (that has a tendency to rise up into the loft) is pulled down and better circulates in the downstairs area. The control knob for the fan is next to the wall-mounted coat rack.

Additionally, there are two heater fans that also pull down and circulate heat into the downstairs bedroom and kitchen. One knob is on the wall to the right side of the refrigerator. One knob is on the wall to the right side of the washer/dryer closet.

During Winter it's also helpful to keep the bathroom door closed and keep the bedroom door open for circulation benefits.

Please ignore BOTH the thermostat in the downstairs bedroom by the small, iron coat rack AND the small wall-mounted heater below the bedroom window. These have been deactivated for safety reasons.

If the wood burning stove is used please DO NOT clean out hot ashes. Housekeeping will handle.

VERY IMPORTANT....DO NOT LEAVE ANY CLOTHING, FOOTWEAR OR TOWELS NEARTHE FLOOR FURNACE. IF SOMETHING FALLS AND IS UNATTENDED A FIRE IS A SURE BET. PLEASE ALSO KEEP LITTLE BARE FEET AWAY FROM THE FLOOR FURNACE GRILL :)

OTHER STUFF
Backing into the driveway is easier and safer when exiting. A private plow service routinely and automatically services the driveway. The County maintains neighborhood streets.

The snow shovel can be used for any small berms needing removal. A small canister of "ice melt" is also available and can be sprinkled by hand like birdseed on the front door path if snow is anticipated or snow is actually coming down to help with slipping or sliding.

SEASONAL THINGS TO DO:

MOVIES AND FUN
Theatres in Incline, Tahoe City (Cobblestone) and Northstar Village.

Might want to take a drive to the Northstar Village...kind of like a little Aspen. Shops, bars, skating rink. If you're up for a drive to Squaw Valley the day could be incredible. Take the gondola to the top of the mountain and have lunch while watching folks ice skate. It's like being in Austria up there.

King' Beach...Mini golf, beaches, golf, watersports +++
Incline... Bowling, golf, pool tables, beaches, Diamond Peak Ski Resort
Carnelian Bay...Mini-golf, beaches, SUP i
Northstar...skiing, Northstar Village shopping and dining, golf


WINTER:
Cross-Country, Hiking, Snow Shoeing Trails and Sledding Hill...

There is a great hiking/snow shoe trail you can get to without a car.
Go out the front door and turn right when at the top of the driveway. Go right at the first street. It's called Pino. This street dead ends in an approximate length equaling a city block or two. You'll see a small frozen creek. On the other side of this creek you'll see a trail that goes back up into the mountain. Very nice trail only used by locals.

There is also a formal trail at the North Tahoe Regional Park. This too is very close but requires a short car drive. Here you can find hiking trails and a fun sledding hill.

Go back out on to the main lake road.
Go right at the lake.
Take the second right on to National Ave.
At the end of this road you'll see the park entrance.
Nearby Ski Resorts Include: Northstar, Incline and Mt. Rose

RESTAURANTS
Jason's...Casual American Fare with nice outdoor dining area in King's Beach. Kid's menu, too.
Steamers...Casual pizza, salads and sandwiches...indoor and outdoor seating in King's Beach.
Spindelshank's...on the Brockway golf course in King's Beach.
Las Panchitas...casual Mexican food in King's Beach.
Char-Pit...Iconic burgers, fries and soft serve
The Eagle Grill in Incline...super nice yet comfortable. Great for a special meal or just cocktails and appetizers on the stone patio overlooking the beach and lake.
The Burrito Window...Funky little cafe serving an abbreviated menu of Mexican classics & kids' portions from a counter.


GARBAGE
Please place all garbage in the metal bear box at the top of driveway. The garbage service comes very early each Tuesday morning. PLEASE DO NOT leave any garbage outside. The notices and warnings about bears tearing into open garbage are true.

DEPARTURE

Please..., AND THANK YOU!

*Strip beds of sheets and pillowcases and pile on the floor in front of washer/dryer and start load of towel.
*Please wash and put away all dishes
*Turn heat to the lowest setting
*Take all kitchen and bathroom trash to Bear Box at the top of the driveway


TURNING OFF WATER DURING WINTER SEASON
*Turn on all faucets and shower head in kitchen and bath
*Turn off the water by turning the handle protruding from the floor underneath the kitchen bench a 1/4 turn in the opposite direction. Basically do the opposite of what was done to turn the water on upon arrival.
*The faucets will run dry, and this process has been complete.
*Return key to lockbox and drive carefully!

Please, please call if you have any questions before or during your stay.

Have fun!!
Kelly
916-799-3049

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Family friendly

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Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(34 Reviews)
5.0
Apr 2024
This is one of our favorite places period. The cottage is clean, warm, and cozy. We love using this as home base when we come to Tahoe to ski. The kitchen has everything you need to fix a big meal and we love having laundry facilities so that we can thrown in a load when we come home from skiing.
5.0
Aug 2023
The cabin was absolutely perfect for us. My family and I enjoyed staying here. It was super clean and it had everything we needed. Plenty of beds and even some board games that we had fun playing.The host was really nice and helpful. The beach is only about 5 mins away walking which was awesome. Thank you!
5.0
Jul 2023
Great time for our family! Walk to a great beach or drive just a few miles to a few others. The cabin is quaint and had everything we needed. Fun and relaxing time!
5.0
Jun 2023
My daughters, friend, and I had an amazing Girls' Weekend. The cabin is adorable and provided the perfect setting for all of us to catch up and relax. We enjoyed a hike right from the cabin and were only minutes from Kings Beach and restaurants. I can't wait to stay again!
5.0
Apr 2023
What a great ski getaway for our family. The cottage was a close drive to both Diamond Peak and Homewood. After a day of skiing, we enjoyed making a hearty meal in the well-equipped kitchen and spending the evening watching shows and playing games. The cottage is super clean and we loved the decor! Communicating with the owner was easy and quick. We would definitely come back again!
5.0
Dec 2022
Really great! The cottage is extremely charming!
5.0
Nov 2022
Perfect!!!
5.0
Sep 2022
Super cool little house with great decor and a fantastic location! Loved the neighborhood and found a trail super close. Very close to the lake, dining etc. Wonderful get away in Lake Tahoe!

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Tahoe Vista?

The average price for a rental in Tahoe Vista is £290 per night. This rental is £59 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rest and Relaxation...Steps from the Beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Rest and Relaxation...Steps from the Beach pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Rest and Relaxation...Steps from the Beach?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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