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Upgraded, alpine retreat close to golf, skiing & lakeside fun

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8166 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Upgraded, alpine retreat close to golf, skiing & lakeside fun

Lazy Bear Retreat

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VHR Permit: 073461
Transient Occupancy Tax: 064539
Max occupancy: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Occupancy is limited during quiet hours between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

Fill your days with long hikes through tree-lined paths, shredding fresh powder on the mountain, or diving into the crystal blue waters of the lake when you book this South Lake Tahoe home. With upgrades throughout and enough room for everyone, this home is perfect for your next family retreat. Seven miles from both the shores of Lake Tahoe as well as the downhill runs at Heavenly Mountain Resort, this home gives you easy access to all the best of Lake Tahoe. During the winter months, we recommend using a 4x4 vehicle to access the home safely.

Open and bright, everyone will be able to gather in the main living area to take advantage of the gas fireplace, DVD library, Netflix streaming, and free WiFi. Featuring convenience amenities like a private washer/dryer, family games, and a deck to enjoy your forest views, this home will let you unwind in style while being close to all the fun. No matter what time of year you visit, this Lake Tahoe home is waiting to host your next mountain getaway!

Things to Know
WiFi and cable may be spotty in the mountains.
Tahoe is home to many animals. You may experience bears, raccoons, mice, ants, spiders, and other animals. Meadows are home to many rodents. When these areas are filled with water or snow, these animals move to homes in the area. You may experience these animals in or near the home.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Security camera details: There are two active exterior security cameras on-site:
one mounted above the garage door facing the driveway to the street and a Ring doorbell that looks across the front porch.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,789 square feet

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Check-in

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

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 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
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 and a first aid kit
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 073461

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Upgraded Family-friendly Alpine Retreat Golf Skiing Lakeside fun
Upgraded Family-friendly Alpine Retreat Golf Skiing Lakeside fun
10018

About the neighborhood

Map
South Lake Tahoe, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Tahoe Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pope Beach - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Fallen Leaf Lake - 15 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Verde Mexican Rotisserie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cuppa Tahoe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upgraded, alpine retreat close to golf, skiing & lakeside fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upgraded, alpine retreat close to golf, skiing & lakeside fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upgraded, alpine retreat close to golf, skiing & lakeside fun?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upgraded, alpine retreat close to golf, skiing & lakeside fun located?

Located in Tahoe Paradise, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tahoe Paradise Golf Course, Lake Tahoe Golf Course, and Lake Valley State Recreation Area. Washoe Meadows State Park is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Upgraded, alpine retreat close to golf, skiing & lakeside fun Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

This was a nice property located in a quiet neighborhood just off the beaten path, very easy to get to Heavenly, Casinos and many local restaurants. Place was also very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10

Easy access to all fun activities in South Tahoe. Cozy cabin with cute bear theme. Full kitchen, lots of beds. Only thing that kept it from being a 5 was that the indoor fireplace did not work.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10

Good rental but does need a few repairs/upgrades (ie; carpet needs repair/replacement in living room, sliding screen is broken and outdoor paint is chipping away). The management company was very responsive to our concerns,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

2/10

it was very clear to us cleanliness is not on par with what we are paying ... do not think I will every visit this property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10

While the house was fine, there were some quirky things that are bringing my rating down. There were not any directions for the fireplace so we had to call for assistance. Pilot light was out, so host lit it. However, still no directions and so we could never turn it off. Also, you could not use the recliners on the couch. Prior to check in, I received 2 different codes for the front door. I used the first one and it worked… until 3 nights into our stay. We returned from being out and upon our return (when it was dark and cold) the original code didn’t work but the second one did. The kitchen was pretty well stocked with gadgets but you’ll need to bring your own extra towels. The only pantry items that were there were salt and pepper.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

This was actually our second choice when looking for a vacation property, but the other didn't have our dates. Well to our wonderful surprise, this is now our first choice for property. It is clean, nice neighborhood, updated, fully stocked with anything you would need. The fire pit on the deck was so nice on a cool summer evening and the new couch is very comfortable and several naps were taken on it during the week! 2 other items that I don't consider a reason to change the good rating - the master bedroom bed is VERY high. I learned a not very graceful way of getting on the bed, and once on it, it was very comfortable The other is the shower in the master bedroom is very weak. I get the reason as I also live in CA and know water conservation, but it took awhile to rinse out my hair. The only thing that I put a 4 instead of a 5 is that I don't like having to drive somewhere to check in, but it was pretty close by. I will look forward in the future to renting this property again. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10

Home was perfect size for our little family. Location was perfect. Plenty of space, well stocked cabinets and very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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4/10

I was very disappointed. Holes in carpet with nails sticking up! Broken kitchen utensils. A couch that has recliners and none work. Broken coffee table. The queen bedroom bedspread had stains and needed to be washed. Whiskers on the shelf in one bathroom. All none Stick pans need to be replaced. And to top it all off, the person that was telling me the rules was rude and almost sounded like she thought me and my children were planning to have a house party. I was offended with how I was treated for no reason. This place should have been priced for 100 less a day. Not worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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6/10

This home was warm and cozy. Clean and had all amenities needed to make beautiful memories. Rooms and beds were comfortable. Plenty of towels in bathrooms. Kitchen has all the supplies - pots, pans, etc. (FYI- you will need to bring your own spices- salt, etc) Backyard is a gem! Gorgeous view of trees and plenty of room for our kids to explore and play. Cons: 1) Recliner sectional, which is motorized, does NOT recline due to owners removing power cords. I reached out before booking to ask specifically about this issue, but never received an answer. This was disappointing, because when we saw the recliner sectional, we assumed it would actually recline. 2) Family room TV was not set up to show anything upon arrival. No channels, videos, and would not connect to the internet. A maintenance man came and tried to fix it, but was not able to get it to work. Even though, the manager said they would assist with these issues, they never followed up while we were there and were not resolved. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would consider renting this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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6/10

The master bedroom deck was nice, out in the trees. The house seems dated, and overpriced as a result.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10

Didn’t like that I had to go to an office to get my code and sign forms to check in The location was good. The neighborhood was quiet. The home was spacious, and we got to see a bear. and the TV which the last night we tried to use and could not get the volume turned down and I called but no one was able to assist so instructions on the TV need to be specified that would be very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Todo muy bien
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10

The decks were the highlight -enjoying breakfast& later cocktails! Appreciated the light that comes on the garage as we pulled into the driveway. Water in the fridge was nice. Bed in master was comfortable.

2/10

This experience was terrible.this property has 4 power recliners and not 1 of them worked because it was not plugged in.when i told the front desk they said look under the sectional and i looked under each piece and no cord was there except the cord that is attached to each section of the couch witch has not outlet plug to go in the wall.all i found was dirt,candy wrappers,potato chips,peanuts and other stuff,which attracted something because i had several bug bites.when I tried calling the front desk to explain what I found they refused to call me back and I even left text messages and all I got back was "it's there under the couch". No one would help me at all or even at least return my calls or text. Buy the way this all happened within 10 minutes of check in time.also there is no curtin or blinds on the large main window that covers the interior of the living room.there we're many other things wrong with this property but to much to list.the only thing good was whoever decorated this place deserves an A+.very beautiful.to bad about the rest of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10

This was our 5th stay here, and we just keep coming back. Main reason? The living area has a beautiful full view of the quiet forest behind the house. It’s so pleasant for early morning coffee, and the deck with the same view for afternoon cocktails. This is a house for total relaxation.
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10/10

Main deck needs to be brought up to code. Accident waiting to happen
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10/10

The cabin was well maintained. All kitchen utensils were there. Plenty of room. I loved the bear room!
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10/10

The cabin was perfect for our family. Had everything we needed. The front yard provided plenty of place for the kids to play in the snow. However while we were there the snow started melting and revealed trash and lots of cigarettes left by previous renters I am assuming. Overall a very quiet and clean place to enjoy with the family.
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8/10

Spacious clean nice back yard only negative was durinh our stay dishwasher did not work they probably newd to replace it
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

We had a great time for a girls weekend. Plenty of seating for games and meals. One room has a triple bunk bed, so just be sure you are aware of that if you're planning a trip for adults. Parking was a little tricky due to ice, but all in all a great stay with beautiful forest views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10

Love this place. This was our 3rd stay at Lazy Bear, and it never disappoints. It says something when there are just the 2 of us and we rent a 3-bedroom house. Why? Because it just has everything we need: great view, peace and quiet, and comfort galore. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else!
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4/10

Dirty dishes, kitchen supplies were extremely old and most unusable, cleaning supplies weren’t available, left one roll of paper towels for a week for 7 people, towels were sparse, sink sprays you if you try to use the hose, and the toiletries were minimal. We went in the off season so the price was discounted. If I paid the going rate of $450 a night I would not be okay with the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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8/10

Very beautiful, clean and comfortable. We had problems connecting to DVD player and turning on fireplaces. Someone came to help a few hours later and got us all set up. We would have liked to have the couches plugged into the power source so they could recline. I would recommend this place and ai would stay again.

10/10

Cute and roomy property for our family. Very hot water and heater worked well. Loved the fireplace indoor and out (fire pit was nice with comfy seating). Place is not baby proofed, but our little toddler roamed around without issues. Property managers were helpful and helped troubleshoot in a timely manner. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10

Our stay at this lovely Tahoe Paradise was super comfortable. My husband, his parents and our nine year old son enjoyed a laid back, relaxing week in Tahoe at this VRBO. It was spacious, clean and well stocked with all the essentials we needed. We will definitely choose this location to stay at in our future trips to Tahoe.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020