River Cottage at Olympic Valley

Summary:
This charming riverside cottage is perfect for families or couples who are looking to enjoy the great outdoors of Lake Tahoe. The newly renovated cottage features an open format kitchen/living room and two cozy bedrooms providing everything you need for a comfortable stay. In the summer months relax at the private river access the cottage shares with one other home, and in the wintertime enjoy being right at the entrance to Olympic Valley and its incredible ski runs.

The Space:
This cozy cottage has an open kitchen and living area ideal for socializing with your group before heading to the private bedrooms for a good night’s sleep. Adding to the comfort of this charming cottage is the unbeatable location. Located just off the main road you will feel as if you are tucked away in the mountains while still enjoying the quick access to all Tahoe has to offer.

When you enter the home from the outdoor patio you will come to a light-filled open space featuring the living room and kitchen. The living room has seating for four with a couch and chair situated around the wood fireplace located in a stone hearth. Warm up by the fire, or watch a movie on the 40” smart TV. Tucked into a corner with windows all around is the dining area which includes a dining table with seating for four. Enjoy a meal while taking in the peaceful views of surrounding nature from this space. Connected to the living room/dining area is the fully equipped kitchen where you will find everything you need to prepare a meal for your group.

Just off the kitchen is a hallway that will lead you to the two bedrooms and full bathroom. The first bedroom located on the left side of the hallway features a full-size bed with views out the large window. The second bedroom is located at the end of the hallway on the right-hand side and includes a comfortable queen-size bed in a log frame and a large closet with ample storage space and fans. Directly across from the second bedroom is the full bathroom, a bright and clean space with a single-sink vanity and a shower/bathtub combo.

During the summer months enjoy the patio furniture and bbq located on the outside deck. Or make a short walk down the quiet path to reach the river where you can enjoy private access that is shared with only one other home.

STR License Number: STR22-5450
Max Occupancy: 4
Parking Info: 2 spaces are available

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire house, private riverside access, and two parking places in the driveway in front of the house.

The Neighborhood:
This centrally located home situated just off HWY 89 is a short 5-minute drive to Olympic Valley Ski resort, and just a 10-minute drive to Alpine Meadows, placing you nearby some of the best ski runs in the area. During the summer months enjoy a quiet day at the river running by the home where you will have private access shared with just one other home. Enjoy a walk or bike ride on the Truckee River bike path located just off the home. A mile away is a bike rental location where you can rent bikes in the summer, or tune your skis and snowboards in the winter. With HWY 89 just minutes away, you can easily make day trips to many of the stunning surrounding areas such as Truckee just 15 minutes away. Or head into Tahoe City is less than a 10-minute drive where you will find many cute boutique shops, a wide variety of bars and restaurants, farmers' markets, live music, and a big sandy beach with a great park and lakeside walkway. With its easy access to ski resorts, bike paths, and the river, this cabin is a great home base for the ultimate Tahoe getaway any time of the year.

Getting Around:
Centrally located just off HWY 89 and within walking distance of a public transportation stop you can get by without having a vehicle is needed. A five-minute walk will take you to the public transportation TART stop at Olympic Valley RD at New Park. This bus will take you to Tahoe City with a short bus ride where you can connect to locations such as Northstar California Resort. Being close to HWY 89 provides quick access to the beautiful surrounding areas with just a 15-minute drive to Truckee and an 8-minute drive to Tahoe City. In the winter time enjoy being only 5 minutes from the Olympic Valley Ski resort and less than 10 minutes from Alpine Meadows.

Tahoe has UBER, Lyft, and many taxi companies.

Other Things to Note:
Please note that, like most homes in the area, this home does not have A/C. However, there are fans located in every room.

If you are renting this home from November through March, please remember that there may be winter driving conditions, and a 4-wheel drive with all-terrain tires or snow chains for your 2-wheel drive tires might be necessary for safe travel. Even if it hasn’t snowed in a few days, side roads can still be icy and have snow on them. Please also be aware of long travel times and pass closures due to winter weather conditions.

If you are renting this home from April until the first snowfall, there are NO fires allowed in Lake Tahoe.

Please keep in mind that if you plan to ski, you are responsible for verifying the ski resorts' opening and closing dates.

Interaction with Guests:
We are offsite but available when needed. Please message us through the app or booking platform for the quickest response.

House Rules:
• No smoking
• Pets are only allowed with prior approval. Pet fees may apply.
• No parties or events
• Check-in is anytime after 4PM
• 50% of payment is due upfront and the rest of the payment is due (14) days before arrival.
• Booking Fee: We charge an additional, non-refundable fee of 2% of the total payment to cover the cost of booking processing.
• The credit card holder must provide a picture of the back and front of their ID via a secure and encrypted portal upon confirmation for fraud protection.
• Please promptly respond to any inquiries or requests for additional information to ensure the confirmation of your booking; failure to respond in a sufficient manner may lead to cancellation of the reservation.