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Bear's Den: 2 BR, 1 BA Cabin or Bungalow in Tahoma, Sleeps 4

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear's Den: 2 BR, 1 BA Cabin or Bungalow in Tahoma, Sleeps 4

1 King Bed
1 Queen Bed
Wood burning fireplace
Wifi

Many Lake Tahoe activities and sights are right at your doorstep!

Bear's Den is close to Meeks Bay, which has a terrific sandy beach, and Chambers Landing, which also has a nice beach. Sugar Pine Point State Park is close enough to reach via a nice walk or bike ride. You won’t want to miss the icon of Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay, a short drive away. Emerald Bay State Park boasts 360-degree picturesque views that encompass Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, Eagle Falls, and Vikingsholm Castle.

For winter activities, just a few miles down the road you’ll find Homewood, Alpine Meadows, and Squaw Valley Ski Resorts. The Magical West Shore has great options for whatever you fancy: snowshoeing, snowboarding, downhill or cross-country skiing, sledding, and more!

To experience all the gambling and nightlife that the Lake Tahoe area offers, South Lake Tahoe/Stateline is about a 30-minute drive.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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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

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 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

Marty's Cabin 2 BR 1 BA Cabin / Bungalow in Tahoma Sleeps 6
1158-223119

About the area

Map
Tahoma, California

What's nearby

  • Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Meeks Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Homewood Mountain Resort - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Rubicon Bay - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Emerald Bay State Park - 12 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 36 min drive
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪West Shore Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chambers Landing Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fire Sign Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Spoon - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear's Den: 2 BR, 1 BA Cabin or Bungalow in Tahoma, Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear's Den: 2 BR, 1 BA Cabin or Bungalow in Tahoma, Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear's Den: 2 BR, 1 BA Cabin or Bungalow in Tahoma, Sleeps 4?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear's Den: 2 BR, 1 BA Cabin or Bungalow in Tahoma, Sleeps 4 located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hellman-Ehrman Mansion and Homewood Mountain Resort. Meeks Bay Beach and Meeks Bay Trailhead are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Bear's Den: 2 BR, 1 BA Cabin or Bungalow in Tahoma, Sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vince G.

Nice place
Clean. Well taken care of

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Cozy Bungalow
We enjoyed our stay at Bear's Den! Great cozy bungalow, easy drive to Homewood, property manager was great! We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Shamra

we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Great for 2-4 people
Very nice cabin. Had all the amenities. Nicely decorated. would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kali P.

Great value near homewood
This was a good value for the price as the location is very convenient to homewood. Our only complaint is the lack of a dishwasher, the loud noises from the heating unit, and the lack of two twins for kids (as opposed to one double in the 2nd bedroom). Otherwise it was clean and nice and I appreciate the quality of the cookware and dishes compared to other units
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn H.

Cute Tahoe cabin
This was a great place to stay for a long weekend in Tahoe. The proximity to hiking trails and beaches made it easy to maximize on outdoor activities. The location is also very close to a market if you wish to cook for yourself rather than go out to eat. The property was very clean and cozy and stocked with the essentials to allow for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Tahoma Cottage
Very nice, clean, quiet and close to so much. But, bring a better light bulb or small reading lamp for the living room. Otherwise great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan p.

Family trip to Tahoe
We gather in Homewood with our family every year. We stayed in the Bear's Den in Tahoma which was only 4 miles from our gathering. It is also very close to Meeks Bay, where we met our adult kids and grandkids for the day. The Cabin was perfect for the two of us but would also accomondate another couple or kids if needed. Everything was clean and well stocked with the basics. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lewis

Had everything you needed. Needed a bit of work on the property, following the winter, couple of broken fence panels and the winter shutters still up on one window. Inside the property was fantastic, had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. Kitchen was well equipped with all the pans you would need.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nisa M.

Great for two couples
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was perfect for two couples. The kitchen was large enough for four people preparing meals together.
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8/10 Good

LeAndra A.

Cozy and Clean - A few amenities missing
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House is very clean and super comfortable. I had the king bed and it was incredibly comfortable. Had some nice perks like a really good blender and plenty of towels. House is managed by a property management firm. They are response but only during regular business hours and more by email rather than phone or Airbnb app. A few cons: -No wood, matches, kindling, or newspapers were provided -No ice melt provided (bucket was empty) -No non-stick plans and very few pans/pots overall -Driveway was partially plowed but we had to shovel a lot ourselves and our neighbor kindly cleared some power lines that were under snow -No dishwasher (even though listing references one) or standard coffee maker. -Bring your own staples like oil, sugar, coffee, etc. -Without the heat up and fire in wood stove, house is pretty cold because the windows are not double paned and are aluminum.-Check-in was on the later side (4pm) and Checkout on the earlier side (10am)

8/10 Good

Greg M.

Good but could be better
Lovely cottage in a great neighborhood close to Homewood Ski Mountain, local restaurants/markets and a short drive to Tahoe City. Beds were comfortable , bathroom was well stocked with towels etc. Driveway was plowed and could easily accommodate 2 or 3 cars. Checking in was a breeze. A few things that would make the experience better: The kitchen / great room is a great space with soaring soaring ceilings. The challenge is that there was only one heat vent in the ceiling above the cabinets (that we could find) to heat the largest open space in the home. To get adequate heat in that area the back half of the house was too warm. The listing advertised a “coffee maker”, well there is indeed a coffee maker however it is an old school stovetop percolator that I had to Google how to operate. I would have expected a “Cuisinart coffee maker” that is more modern and easily operable. The kitchen also lacked glassware but there were an abundance of spices etc in the cabinets (go figure). Overall a good stay but definitely not worth the price compared to others homes we’ve stayed at in the area this year.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Amanda G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication
Customer Service and Winter Safety Issues
While we have enjoyed this property in the past, customer service and winter safety issues have made it so I will not rent from this property management company again. Our anticipated arrival coincided with a severe winter weather warning. We called to ask if we could arrive just one hour earlier so as to avoid being on the summit or on the road in severe weather. The company said they would have to follow protocol and eventually emailed us well after a time that would have allowed us to leave early, meaning we ended up on the road at the worst of the storm. Later, the neighbor informed me that the property had been empty that day, so this was not an issue of cleaning - just disregard for our situation. Second, on arrival at the house we found that no firewood. The house has a heat system, but it was inadequate for the conditions and power was flickering regularly in the storm. Luckily, a kind neighbor provided us with firewood. While I am sure the company will say that it was our decision to travel at such a time and we should have inquired about firewood, a company that manages remote properties in severe winter conditions certainly could demonstrate more care for the safety of its customers. If a severe weather refund is not available, more specific guidance and support to navigate the conditions would have simply been kind and humane. I hope the owners of this lovely property will consider finding a different management company.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Perfect stay!
We had a great time in this cozy home! It was perfectly situated between all of the things we wanted to do while in Lake Tahoe. Everything was very clean and the fireplace was the PERFECT touch for the first snow day of the season! The neighborhood is quiet and quaint. Would definitely recommend for a couples trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Great Cabin
Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice and comfortable cabin. Only complaint is that the toilet is very noisy when you flush it and a lightbulb on the ceiling beam needs replacement. We would stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Great place for enjoying the lake.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great experience at the rental. Met our needs. Although, there were some light bulbs that were not working and needed replacement. Close to alot of activities: bike riding, beaches, Emerald Bay, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Tahoe
This is a great spot to stay to enjoy the lake, trails and Truckee river. Being in Tahoma it is away from the crowds in Tahoe City.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve A.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Tranqulity
Fantastic location and loved the property. The only slight complaint is that there are only two uncomfortable outside chairs on the deck. We would liked to have more comfortable outside seating to accommodate all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Corvallis, OR

Spring Fishing Trip
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was kept up and clean.Limited kitchen cook wear.Location was fine.There are problems with driving the roads around the lake, major road repair, long waits at flaging stations. So don't be in a hurry to get anywhere.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfect mountain hideaway!
We loved this property so much! The house was nice and clean and up to date. Full kitchen with all the bells and whistles. Close to nice coffee shops and restaurants. Neighbors were friendly and waived or smiled whenever we passed by. Booking/ Check in was a breeze. We would definitely book here again next time we visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Great property!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved our stay at the Bear's Den! The home was clean, cozy, and well-decorated. Check in/out was a breeze. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need (heads up, the coffee maker is a French press so plan accordingly). The bed was soooo comfortable and I slept like an angel. The neighborhood is quaint and super close to the lake and all the best hiking. The restaurant around the corner (Dog and the Bear) is awesome and we walked here for dinner twice during our stay. We are already planning our return to this property!

8/10 Good

Jedidiah C.

Weekend away
Great little house. Very cozy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Tahoe
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Super cute and comfy stay for fall Tahoe visit. Can walk to nice market in Tahoma and great pizza spot, the Dog & the Bear. Quick drive to many other places. Didn't use kitchen but seemed well equipped. Water pressure great and plenty of hot water. Would rec and stay again!
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8/10 Good

DANIELLE C.

Wonderful except for the false lock
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental property was exactly as pictured and very clean. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay including extra cozy blankets and storage Tupperware for leftovers. It is in a great location with plenty to do in Tahoma itself and just 20-40 minute drive to north or south shore if desired. You’ll need to bring your own firewood if you’d like to utilize the fireplace. If you’re planning to dispose of trash frequently, be aware that the outside garbage has a false lock. The street backs up to the national forest and there were bear crossing signs in the neighborhood which made us a bit apprehensive. The garbage is located on the driveway just a stones throw away from the front gate and directly across from our parked car. We were very impressed with the professionalism and responsiveness of the property management group. We felt we could communicate any needs and were met with timely responses.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022