Welcome to West Shore Lake House, your ultimate retreat across the street from Lake Tahoe. This charming property offers a blend of rustic charm and modern comforts, featuring large windows with lake views, a cozy stone fireplace for unwinding by the fire or game night gatherings. Enjoy meals in the sleek kitchen and take advantage of its barstool counter or dining table for both convenience and togetherness.
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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10169 sq m
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
West Shore Lake House by AvantStay | Ski Cabin w/ Backyard Sledding Hill!
★ Recognized as one of our best. This home was a finalist in the 2025 AvantStay Awards, our annual celebration of top-tier stays.
Welcome to West Shore Lake House, your ultimate ski and lake retreat right across the street from Lake Tahoe! This charming property, consisting of a main house and a guest house, offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comforts, making it ideal for a memorable mountain getaway.
Inside, the main house features an inviting atmosphere. Large windows span the front of the house, complementing the space with natural light and views of the lake. Get cozy and unwind by the stone fireplace, or gather around for the ultimate group game night. The sleek, fully-equipped kitchen is a delight for home cooks, featuring stainless steel appliances and ample counter space. Whether you're grabbing a quick snack at the barstool counter or enjoying a family meal at the dining table, this space is designed for both convenience and togetherness.
Upstairs in the main house, three bedrooms await for a restful night of sleep. The primary bedroom features a queen bed and an ensuite bathroom, and Bedroom 2 also offers a queen bed. The third bedroom features two bunk beds and two twin trundles, perfect for the kids.
The guest house offers additional space and privacy, with a main floor featuring a cozy living area, dining nook, and a convenient kitchenette. Upstairs, you'll find a fourth bedroom with 2 full beds, 2 twin beds, and 2 twin trundles, providing plenty of space for larger groups or families traveling together.
Step outside to the spacious front patio, where the lakefront views will take your breath away. Gather around the comfortable seating area for an evening cocktail, dine alfresco at the outdoor dining table under the large umbrella, and soak in the stunning views of the lake.
West Shore Lake House is perfectly located to explore all that Lake Tahoe has to offer. Enjoy the serene beauty of the lake, just steps from your door, or venture out to nearby attractions. In winter months, hit the slopes at Homewood Ski Resort, just 5 minutes away, or Palisades Ski Resort, 15 minutes away. The forest behind the house provides the perfect setting for winter fun - sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and building snowmen! Grandilbaaken ski and sledding area is within a 5-minute drive as well. Whether you're here for summer lake days or winter skiing, this home provides the perfect base for your adventures.
Book your stay at West Shore Lake House and experience the best of Lake Tahoe living with comfort, style, and unbeatable views!
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Situated in the snowy Sierra Nevada Mountain range straddling the border between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe offers stunning panoramic scenery and year-round adventure. Visitors flock here especially to ski and snowboard on dramatic slopes that seem to fall into the abyss of the lake’s blackish blue water, with the Sherwood Lift at Alpine Meadows just a 10-minute drive via Ward Creek Road, making it easy to hit the slopes in no time. Whether you’re looking for a day in the mountains or a cruise on the lake, it’s all here in Tahoe.
Local Attractions: Homewood Ski Resort, Palisades Tahoe, Eagle Falls Trail (hiking), Eagle Rock (hiking and lookout point), Emerald Bay, Sugar Pine Point State Park (Nordic events of 1960 Winter Olympics), Inspiration Point Vista, Chambers Landing Bar & Grill (American), Meeks Bay Marina and Beach, Tahoma Market, and the Rubicon (world-famous 4x4 trail).
Home Truths: - Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet. - There are two bear mats by the side and back doors. - Due to extreme wildfire risk, any type of outdoor wood-burning fireplaces, fire pits, or charcoal grills are strictly prohibited. Violations will result in fines starting at $5,000 per Lake Tahoe short-term rental regulations. - Please note this home does not have AC. Fans are provided in every closet to help you stay cool. - The beach across the street is semi-private. Guests have access to it, but it is not exclusive and neighbors often use the small frontage. - There is a private buoy available for guests to rent for $125 per night (rules and regulations apply). - Please note that during the winter months, all outdoor furniture, including the grills, will be unavailable. - There’s no parking at the Sherwood lift, but it’s a convenient drop-off spot just minutes from the house. You can also take the free Sunnyside shuttle, which is often quicker than driving to the main Alpine Meadows entrance.
Parking Details: - Long tandem four-car driveway. - No street parking allowed. - Violations result in fines of $1,000 and up, and revocation of the permit after three or more violations.
This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and high chair available.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / Queen bed Bedroom 2 / Queen bed Bedroom 3 / 2 twin over twin bunk beds, 2 trundle beds Bedroom 4 (Guest House) / 2 twin beds, 2 full beds, 2 trundles
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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
STR Permit Registration: STR22-6795
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Location highlights
In the mountains
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a first aid kit, 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 is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Homewood, CA
What's nearby
Homewood Mountain Resort - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
North Tahoe Regional Park - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
Getting around
Truckee Station - 26 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Sunnyside - 2 min drive
Shadyside Lounge - 2 min drive
Chambers Landing Bar - 7 min drive
The Bridgetender - 6 min drive
Front Street Station Pizza - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is West Shore Lake House by AvantStay | Ski Cabin w/ Backyard Sledding Hill! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at West Shore Lake House by AvantStay | Ski Cabin w/ Backyard Sledding Hill!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at West Shore Lake House by AvantStay | Ski Cabin w/ Backyard Sledding Hill!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is West Shore Lake House by AvantStay | Ski Cabin w/ Backyard Sledding Hill! located?
This family-friendly Homewood vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hurricane Bay, Tahoe Maritime Museum and St. Nicholas Episcopal Church. Tahoe City Farmers' Market and Commons Beach Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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