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Classic "Old Tahoe" Lakefront Estate with Buoy

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On the beach
On the beach
TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9182 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Classic "Old Tahoe" Lakefront Estate with Buoy

If you crave a simpler time, when good times with family and friends were paramount, then this is the home for you. The property is completely amazing with over an acre of pure Tahoe fun. You know you are in for something special as you enter the gates to this private compound and you are greeted by a sports court with paddle tennis, and basketball. The entire full yard is landscaped with Tahoe perennial flowers and soaring ponderosa pines. Outside is set up to truly enjoy the outdoors with hammocks, table tennis and horse shoe pit.

Once inside, Lucky Dons is a spacious 1919 square feet, built in the 1920's. The living room harkens back to a different era with a big wood burning fireplace to enjoy on cool Tahoe evenings. There is a newer flatscreen TV and cable with internet. As with many older homes, you do have to go through the downstairs bedroom to get to the kitchen. The kitchen will bring you back great memories of creating meals without all the fuss. It's basic, but has what you need, including a dishwasher. There is a full bath with shower off the kitchen. Upstairs are two "garret" style bedrooms that are perfect for kids with three twin beds in the larger loft area, and two twin beds in the smaller loft area.

The centerpiece of this home is the wonderful lake view deck with a dining table and patio furnishings to enjoy dining in the fresh Tahoe air. There is also a guest house that makes a perfect place for extra family members. There is a king size bed and a full bathroom. The bathroom can be accessed from the bedroom or by an outside entrance, so can be used by guests of the main house. The bath has separate areas for the sink, shower, and toilet so can be used by several people.
A path leads the way down to the private water front. There is a buoy available for your boat at no additional charge.

Perfect for families with pets. Whether relaxing on the deck of the fully-equipped cabin, playing ball on the sports court, or swimming or boating from the 100' private water front, you'll experience a memorable "old Tahoe" home vacation at Lucky Don's. Please consider that this is a 100-year old, truly rustic, classic home and is priced accordingly. On-site laundry room is available to all guests as well.

This property also offers a ping pong table, horseshoes, cornhole, darts, sport court (could be used for pickleball), basketball hoops and a hammock to rest up in after sporting. Lakeside, there are two kayaks and a row boat along with lakeside chairs in the shade.

This lake front home rents with a Sat. to Sat. arrival-departure only from June 27 to September 26. Only Sat. to Sat. stays will be accepted during this time frame.

There will be a $100 pet fee plus tax for maximum 2 dogs. Pet fee is charged for each pet.

Cancellation Policy / Cancellation fee: If cancellation is made more than 60 days of arrival, a cancellation fee of $100 plus the 4% booking fee will be applied.
If the cancellation is made within 60 (or less) days of arrival, the entire rent will be retained unless Wells and Bennett Realtors is able to re-rent the specified property.
If the property is re-rented, a cancellation fee of $100 plus the 4% booking fee will still apply, but the remainder of rent will be refunded after the replacement guests have checked out.

PLEASE NOTE: This home may be equipped with outdoor surveillance cameras and electric bear fencing that are utilized for security and bear activity in the area. These cameras in no way infringe upon guests' privacy, and monitor exterior portions of the home exclusively. This home is not equipped with AC. Per Placer County Short term rental laws, quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am, and no street parking is permitted at any time, including boats and trailers. We recommend purchasing 3rd party trip insurance if you have concerns about canceling your reservation.

Wells and Bennett will be charging separately a $500 down payment at time of booking to hold your reservation that will go towards your final balance.

STR23-6846

Property manager

Your Wells & Bennett Team

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1956 sq ft (182 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 is also known as

51019

About the neighborhood

Map
Tahoma, CA

What's nearby

  • Homewood Mountain Resort - 3 min drive
  • Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park - 3 min drive
  • Meeks Bay Beach - 4 min drive
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 15 min drive
  • Palisades Tahoe - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 33 min drive
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪West Shore Market - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chambers Landing Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fire Sign Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic "Old Tahoe" Lakefront Estate with Buoy pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic "Old Tahoe" Lakefront Estate with Buoy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic "Old Tahoe" Lakefront Estate with Buoy?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic "Old Tahoe" Lakefront Estate with Buoy located?

Nestled on the beach, this Homewood cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Homewood Mountain Resort and Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park. Meeks Bay Beach and Tahoe Maritime Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Classic "Old Tahoe" Lakefront Estate with Buoy Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews" "

6.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Brian H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not what I expected
Be careful with this one. When we opened the front door, the first thing we were hit with was the smell of mold. I am allergic to many molds and my sinuses went crazy. There was mold on the walls and stains on the bedspread of the downstairs bedroom. The kitchen was “extremely” dated. Going up the stairs to the remaining bedroom was very hazardous if you had a drink on the beautiful deck( Best part of the property). Not sure how the stairs made it through a short term rental inspection. The third bedroom was in the garage building. Bedspread also stained upon arrival. The picture of the dock belonged to the neighbors. Lakefront access was very limited due to the high level of the lake and the railroad ties ( i am guessing they were supposed to be stairs) that were more hazardous than helpful. The best part of this rental was that the property manager was very helpful with us getting our reservation reversed minus a couple of fees. Would have been a nice lakefront stay except for the mold smell from the deck. Could not even air out the house as there were no screens on the windows. Again, the property management company was great. The owners need to spend some money for a more pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Ann K.

Safety hazards and Toilets backed up
First day 1 toilet backed up & overflowed. 2nd day the other toilet backed up. We all had to go find restrooms in town. Upstairs the entry to the two "rooms" is not lit, complete darkness. One has to stoop and feel with your hand so you do not hit your head. Complete safety issue. There are spiders tucked away in all corners. The cabin has multiple holes in the roof / ceiling of upper rooms. The worst safety hazard is the stairs leading to the water. The bottom stairs are washed away leaving the large railroad ties exposed and in the way. You have to carefully climb over each one, carrying the dingy while maneuvering over the railroad ties & large loose rocks. While navigating this area, you also have to avoid the rebar and wire sticking up out of the area. There is a hazard of not just falling but also being impaled by rebar. This is the only way to get the kayak and dingy into the water. Ppty mang response to me. I Asked for partial refund "Hi,I just spoke with the owner and they are not going to give you a refund. We understand that the toilet was a major inconvenience, and we dealt with that as promptly as we could. For the wifi issues, I tried to reach out multiple times in order to see if it was working or not after giving you the new network info, and I never heard back from you. (not true) As for the safety hazards that you mentioned, we feel that the property is accurately represented in the pictures and the description. Best, Jack"
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
We have been staying in Tahoma every year for over twenty five years and this was the best place we have stayed at.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Camille L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
The location is amazing right on the lake. Spent our hours kayaking and floating. The house is a bit rustic and the main room is in the middle of the house which can make things awkward for the teens trying to get back and forth to the living room but it worked out. Property management was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Perfect location!!
The house had everything we needed for a relaxing week in the lake. What a beautiful piece of property.