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Your BRAND NEW Tahoe basecamp, with Hot tub and Massive Bunkroom!

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Front View, garage fits 1 car and driveway fits 2 small cars.
Livingroom with convertible couch to queen bed and family games
Post hallway, entry to bright and spacious great room to gather & make memories.
Outdoor entertainment patio
New kitchen! Refinished cabinets, appliances, furniture. Counters replaced next!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Lake Tahoe Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Heavenly Gondola
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Family BunkRoom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Massive BUNKROOM!

+4
8 Queen Bunk Beds

Primary

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bunkroom Rain Shower

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your BRAND NEW Tahoe basecamp, with Hot tub and Massive Bunkroom!

***QUITE NIEGHBORHOOD: If you are looking for a party pad, need not inquire***

PLEASE SUBMIT DETAILS ABOUT YOUR GROUP & PETS WITHIN 24hrs OF BOOKING REQUEST. BOOKING WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF DETAILS NOT RECIEVED. PERMIT #s: VHR 072440 & ToT 070107 (4 adults MAX allowed-VRBO shows more due to bed count and children under 6 not counted towards total occupancy)

Villa Nola completed renovations in August 2024 to double the size now! Newly built garage, 2nd floor, entry, and renewal of existing spaces down to the studs for most of the existing structure. Added a garage and huge bunkroom with it's own designer bathroom and more entry space.

Absolutely no smoking, drugs (even recreational and legal kind) inside or outside on property grounds.

Enjoy our spacious yet cozy feeling of home away from home with all its comforts & utilities you could need, and more. Whilst maintaining its original charm the cabin has been updated, the entire home is brand new. Keeping with the magical aesthetic of being in Tahoe without too much overBEARing décor ;-)

Highlights:
1- AMAZING Location, 2 blocks to miles of trails and only 5-10mins drive to the "Y", skiing, restaurants and shops, lake fun or casinos!
2- All the comforts of home, board games and more, ready for your use.
3- Fully updated, almost every inch and all furnishings are brand new!
4- High speed WiFi, Smart Technology doors and utilities throughout.
5- Hot tub (4 adults, could fit 6 tightly if petite) for relaxing after a long day of adventure!
6- Pet Friendly with big secure yard (2 max, size/breed must be preapproved to book)
7- Although plenty of beds and space, permit only allows for 4 Adults, plus additional children (age restrictions apply to total occupancy allowed by county). Please inquire 1st to confirm VHR compliance before booking.
NOTE: "Host Fee" is merely pass through cleaning cost.

The 3 Bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are fully appointed with smart TVs and well appointed kitchen for cooking a gourmet meal, bake with kiddos or preparing for your next day of adventure! Note the usables, are starters so please plan to replenish for your use.

We provide 5 beach chairs, an umbrella, various sized coolers, and many outdoor sports (badminton, volleyball, frisbee, snow shoes for winter).

Zoom on your meetings from vacation with fast WiFi, log into your streaming services to Netflix and Chill, or cozy up in front of the warm wall mount fireplace... watch your streaming apps on smart TVs or play the board games, even have a poker set for use. So much to do, so little time...

The Cabin sits at the edge of a state park, just a short 2 blocks from the front door, do an easy or hard hike or bike (2 adult, 1 youth bike provided) to the Truckee river (depending on trail taken) where you could wade/kayak/tube/SUP down to Lake Tahoe in the spring when water levels allow, snowshoe (3 pairs provided), sled, fish and so much more.

We are 10mins to the Nevada Stateline for all the Casino shows, action and famous South Lake eats and amenities. World Class Mnt Biking all around, Flume Trail being the best of the best rated in the world just minutes away!

For winter fun you are also minutes away from world class Ski Resorts like Heavenly, Sierra at Tahoe and Kirkwood, the most purest water lake in all of the United States, Lake Tahoe! In Summer, Spring and Fall Kayak, Cruise, Swim, Boat, SUP, Fish, Wake, Jet Ski and more. The activities are endless any time of year!

In the backyard at Villa Nola you will find a big private, fully fenced in untouched yard to play and run around in, easy open/close bear proof hot tub for 4, plenty of outdoor seating and a brand new paver patio w/ string lights and gas grill (OPEN FIRES are absolutely PROHIBITED year round).

Inside is a spacious great room with 25ft vaulted ceilings & floor to ceiling windows making it open, airy & full of natural light feeling much larger that it actually measures! Brand new HVAC and ducting, no AC, but fans and whole house swamp fans keep space comfortable.

We are home to world famous Family of Bears featured on ABC among many other global news outlets, have a look!
https://www.abc10.com/article/life/heartwarming/woman-catches-family-of-bears-on-her-cabin-doorbell/103-12b0cdfd-dd46-4f30-ba4c-5ffcb92935f1

Our furry friends love it here just as much as the people! We are pet friendly, however we will have to approve each reservation on case by case basis, pet cleaning fee apply. Please include size, breed and temperament in your inquiry. No more than 2 well behaved, mid-size pups permitted. If left unsupervised, MUST be crated. They are absolutely not allowed on any of the furniture, inside our outside.

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT NOTES:
By Inquiring or requesting booking you are agreeing to fully understand and uphold the following:

1- Rates based on occupancy of 4 max adults, and reasonable use of utilities. Additional fees may apply for excess use of utilities, more guests, excessive use of beds not occupied or pets upon our discretion. If house rules are violated, there will be a fine.

2- NOISE COMPAINTS ARE STRICTLY INFORCED. We are committed to rent responsibly ensuring you have a peaceful, safe & memorable stay with us. This is a family friendly, quite and fun neighborhood. We want to honor our neighbors and the neighborhood and ask you do the same.

3- We are dedicated to protecting our guests & neighbors from bothersome levels of noise and/or too many vehicles. This home is equipped with Arlo video doorbell, noise/traffic monitoring technology that's 100% privacy compliant & monitors parking requirements outside. We have recording video/audio surveillance camera in the following areas: Front door, driveway/garage side, North end and backyard fence. Set to night mode 10pm-8am after check in for noise compliance only.
This helps avoid any noise complaints, liabilities and to ensure parking & occupancy does not exceed legal requirements. We care about your privacy, safety & security. We do not permit any video security devices inside.

4- You must bring and crate your pet if you plan to leave them unattended. Dog(s) are not allowed in or on beds/couches or outdoor seating. Any barking or behavior that bothers neighbors is prohibited. You will be responsible for extra cleaning charges for hair on furniture/beds, pet stains, dog droppings & any damage caused by pets.

Tahoe VHR Strict Ordinances:
Please understand that South Lake Tahoe has a reputation as one of the strictest towns in the nation in regards to Vacation Home Rental Ordinance Enforcement. We don't have anything to do with the creation and/or enforcement of laws by County Police and Sheriffs. We are here to help provide guidance to all our guests. If you follow the house rules, you should have no problem.

The following are heavily enforced rules by the City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County. Our PERMIT # is VHR 072440. The short term rental ordinances with fines starting at $1,500 will be enforced by County of El Dorado.

By booking a home, guest agrees to abide by these ordinances, if broken is subject to immediate eviction:

1. Strict limitations on number of guests & noise complaints: Do not exceed maximum 4 adults total, and 2 cars allowed in the driveway at any time. Absolutely no street parking in front of home in dirt area/non-paved area is allowed due to Vacation Home Rental Permit Compliance. Each violation is subject to a mandatory citation of $1,500 to guest, and $1,500 to property owner. If guest receives a citation by City or County, they agree to pay both citation fees. Cars may only be parked in designated parking areas on driveway and garage only.

2. Understand and respect our highly noise sensitive community. No loud parties/special events or loud noises outside/inside ANYTIME. No noise of any kind allowed during city mandated quiet hours of 10pm-8am. Please enjoy the home by remaining respectful being quiet while outside or enjoy a public place offsite that allows noise.

3. No visible trash may be left outside due to wild animals. All trash should be deposited inside our approved bear resistant trash bin. Please DO NOT LEAVE FOOD OR DRINKS in your car or bears can break through the door and car windows. We will not be held liable for any damages caused by wildlife.

4. No use of Hot Tub use or any noise after 10pm or before 8am. You will be held liable for fines of up to $1,500.

5. If host in any way feels uncomfortable with guests or details were misrepresented at booking, your booking may be cancelled or you may be evicted effective immediately at our sole discretion.

6. Rebooking outside 30 day cancelation window can only be pushed out 13 days max.

Guest understands and agrees that South Lake Tahoe is in a highly noise sensitive area with heavy code enforcement patrols by the City of SLT Police and El Dorado Sheriff’s 24/7/365. Guest understands that the City of South Lake Tahoe Code Enforcement officers and El Dorado County have a zero tolerance policy to the above rules.

By agreeing to our house rules, the person entering the property, or allowing entry into the property, acknowledges that they have read, understand, voluntarily agrees to the foregoing.

By agreeing to this electronic document, the signer acknowledges they are 25 or older and is legally responsible for compliance of all occupants of the VHR with all applicable laws, house rules, and regulations pertaining to the use and occupancy of the VHR, and that should any violation of this ordinance occur, that fines may be imposed in accordance with sections 5.56.150 and 5.56.200. No campfires or outdoor fires allowed.

Property manager

Azadeh Nolan

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
2 max, pre-approved & housebroken dog(s) allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Final Instant booking pending owner approval. Traveler MUST contact owner within 24hrs with party/pet description or booking will be voided.
No Noise or hottub use between 10pm-8am per County Rules, Large groups or parties anytime prohibited.
Rebooking outside 30 day cancelation window can only be pushed out 2 weeks max.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number VHR21-0363

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

South Lake Tahoe

Located in Pioneer Trail, a neighbourhood in South Lake Tahoe, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lakeside Beach and Zephyr Cove Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Carpet Golf, or check out an event or a game at South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Lake Tahoe, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Tahoe Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Lakeside Beach - 12 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Verde Mexican Rotisserie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cuppa Tahoe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your BRAND NEW Tahoe basecamp, with Hot tub and Massive Bunkroom! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Your BRAND NEW Tahoe basecamp, with Hot tub and Massive Bunkroom!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your BRAND NEW Tahoe basecamp, with Hot tub and Massive Bunkroom!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your BRAND NEW Tahoe basecamp, with Hot tub and Massive Bunkroom! located?

This family-friendly South Lake Tahoe cabin is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Valley State Recreation Area, Magic Carpet Golf and Lake Tahoe Golf Course. Heavenly Valley Creek and Heavenly Valley are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snow House 2025

Great stay with plenty of space. Kids enjoys the bunk room and slight hill in backyard for sledding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Stay

This house was clean, well furnished and overall a cozy place for fun in the snow. It's close to the best Tahoe attractions. The owners were so welcoming quick to respond to any questions we had. I would definitely recommend this place to friends and family, and would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Responsive host, awesome cabin

Great location and clean house. Host was very responsive and we definitely had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for the whole family!

We had an excellent stay at this newly remodeled home off pioneer trail. The house was warm and comfortable with great couches, beds, and smart TVs in every room. Our dog appreciated being able to play in the fully fenced in back yard. The hot tub right off the back door was great for relaxing after the ski days. The garage was great for keeping the car warmer and out of the elements. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

RJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cabin quiet neighborhood

Nice cabin quiet neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home away from home!

Clean and well furnished with easy access — perfect for a family get away! The host communication was great. Kids loved the large bunkbed room. Kitchen was stocked up well, and there were ample towels and toiletries provided in the baths. We had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rae S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family stay!

We had an awesome time staying at this property. Great communication, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and cozy

We had a very relaxing stay. The house is comfy and cozy. Great location. Would definitely stay there again. Owners were very present to make sure our stay was going well
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin!

Cozy cabin located 15-20 minutes away from downtown South Lake Tahoe! This cabin was perfect for us and our dog, Kona. Stocked with everything you would need for your getaway! Highly recommend, will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Cabin

This was a clean and cozy cabin to stay at. It was nicely decorated and was in a great neighborhood. The host was very responsive and a pleasure to deal with. I would stay here again and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura E., Folsom, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Neighborhood

We enjoyed our Thanksgiving holiday at the home, and really appreciated the open kitchen and dining area. The kitchen had everything needed for our meal which was great! Our favorite part of the stay was walking the neighborhood trails, which were very convenient. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute and quiet Tahoe location

We had a wonderful Tahoe experience at this cabin. We had friends from out of town come to the lake for the first time and it was such a wonderful experience! also having a hot tub never hurts :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mirko H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really enjoyed our stay.

Easy. Clean. You get exactly what is promised.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin with a great backyard for pets!

My family and I went up for Christmas and had a wonderful time in the snow. Cozy place with plenty of games to play. Friendly hosts that were very communicative which helped us enjoy the stay. Great neighborhood minutes away from trails on foot and the basic stores are not too far by car as well. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Torsten F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house close to South Lake Tahoe

for me the location close to Pioneer Trail half way between Meyers and SLT was perfect for hiking excursions and bike riding. The house is very nice and the beds are comfortable. Only issue was the heat in the late afternoon. But it cooled down in the evening and fans in the bedrooms helped to cool the rooms down before bedtime.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Cozy Cabin

It was easy to book and great communication with property owner. Perfect for a small family, one room had 3 beds in it Perfect for kids, then the master for parents. Great living room and kitchen in one space but pretty big. Don't forget about the hot tub perfect for 2 adults. Finally we really enjoyed the location, 10-15 mins from anywhere you want to go and awesome trail at the end of the street where we sled for free and walked the dog! Overall super satisfied!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chialin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific cabin

My family and I went there during the summer. Great location. 10 min drive to the beach. 11 min drive to the casino. 24 min drive to Emerald Bay. Big enough for our family of 4. Probably can accommodate a family of 6 comfortably too. They have beach umbrella, chairs, jacuzzi, TV in every room. Really a terrific cabin. Making the reservation was easy and they were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin with some fun extras!

Cozy cabin in a quiet neighborhood that is away from the more crowded spots in South Lake Tahoe, but only about 10 min away so no big deal to drive to whatever we wanted to do. We enjoyed some of the extra touches....hot tub on back patio, corn hole to name a few. Great communication with hosts as well! This was our first time to Tahoe and we loved it! Wouldn't hesitate to book this cabin when we return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim B., So Cal, U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place

Good value place to stay in a quiet residential neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe. Great wi-fi, very clean, and pet friendly with a dish for your dog’s water a dog bed and a big back yard with a squirrel. Loved the hot tub, and well stocked kitchen. You need to have a hulu account, or a portable Roku to watch TV. Only issue is beds are “full” size or smaller, and being accustomed to a “king” size bed, my wife and I chose to sleep in separate beds, which were in separate bedrooms, but if there were 2 couples, someone may not get a good nights sleep. We will rent again when in Tahoe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pallavi M., Union City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great winter vacation at Villa Nola

My family and our dog had a great stay at Villa Nola. We stayed there in the middle of a snow storm but Oz was really helpful in ensuring we got all the help and support to make it a comfortable stay for me & my family. Appreciate her accepting our last minute request to extend the stay due to non-drivable weather conditions. We enjoyed the cute cottage feel within the quiet residential neighborhood. It’s quite close to Heavenly and South of the lake but we couldn’t explore local areas due to the weather advisories. The kitchen was well stocked. Internet and entertainment options were great. If coming with large groups or families, please carry toilet paper, kitchen towels and trash bags. Overall, we had a great experience and look forward to staying at Villa Nola in the summers
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing white Christmas

We stayed here for Christmas and truly had a wonderful time. It is a bit small as I anticipated but everyone has been so kind, the neighbors are friendly, and the owner is exceptional with communication. Nice calming and quiet location. Please beware if you bring your dog there are many coyotes nearby so please please keep all animals on leashes. However, there is a beautiful area at the end of the road and plenty of games to play with family or friends. The surround sound was pretty cool. The hot tub is amazing for relaxing, the shower gets really hot, the dryer squeaks a bit but dries extremely effectively. The beds are very comfy too! Bring trash bags, toilet paper and paper towels! They literally have everything else to make your stay enjoyable:) well worth the trip and the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARINA N., Sonoma County, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, clean, comfortable, relaxing.

This property is a real gem. I have a very specific list of what I like in a vacation property and this one hit all the marks, start to finish: excellent communication, great neighborhood, easy access, tidy, property as described. Interior was clean, beds had high quality mattresses and fresh linens, with a good number of pillows on each bed,. Nice, new, fresh towels. Fans available in each room, on-site washer and dryer. Fantastic WiFi, numerous charging stations in each room. Nice supply of cookware and pantry items, nice sharp knives, plenty of dishware and silverware. Fantastic deck in roomy backyard. Nice neighbors, seemed to be mostly full-time residents so it was mellow. Location is great, not only because it is away from the crowds at the lake, but specifically because it is far enough off of Pioneer Trail so that there is no traffic noise besides the odd car on the small street. Our own kids are all grown, but there were a lot of amenities that young parents would enjoy, such as safety gates, games, etc. We had a lovely, relaxing time. Super thoughtful hosts. Highly recommend, book with confidence. [Wish I could keep this place a secret so it will be available when I want to return ;-) ]
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Erin D., Fort Lauderdale, USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice enough for a hiking trip, but not for young families when hot

Travel is all about expectations and unfortunately, we had a bit of a bust experience. We were unaware that air conditioning is not standard in Tahoe. I looked through many places to select this one specifically because it did not mention "no A/C" in the listing description and many reviews said it would be a great place for families. Knowing we had a toddler that needed to nap in the afternoons and that I was pregnant and didn't want to rough it too much, I was sure this would be the perfect spot. I wish I had known to ask explicitly. The owners were responsive and helpful as possible about directing us to some fans and the cabin was well stocked with beach toys, blankets, infant crib, and cookware as many reviews have stated. The location is quiet and very convenient to South Lake Tahoe hiking and Heavenly resort. We enjoyed a lot of the parks, gondola ride, some hikes right around the house and more. Truthfully though, our stay was almost unbearable due to it being so hot inside the cabin in the afternoons and evenings--especially trying to nap with a toddler at mid-day. We ended up doing a lot of short or on the go naps which left us a crabby toddler, and going to sleep much later than we would have liked (the cabin fully cooled down by 12/1AM) which made us crabby parents. If the weather had been different, this would have been a much better experience overall. The owners did update the listing to my knowledge for future renters. With temps overall getting hotter in the area, it would make a huge difference to put small A/C units in the bedrooms for the couple weeks a year it is hot. For some families, that is the only time they get to experience Tahoe. For us, it had a hugely negative impact on our experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Brianna B.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Azadeh Nolan

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We are the Nolans, a Biotech Mom, three teens and family pup!

Tahoe has always meant a lot to us, I married the kids' Dad in South Lake in 2003 and ever since, as our family grew and as we visited Tahoe around the same time every year & a few more times in-between Tahoe became even more special. Initially it was hotels, then when VRBO came around we booked a VRBO and we loved that folks would trust us with their homes and share their special local spaces with us! We got to know the area and neighborhoods well!

Finally in 2021 the universe put VillaNola-SLT in our lap and we jumped at the chance to transform this beat down fixer upper in absolute despair into the cutest charming spacious base camp for all that South Lake Tahoe has to offer. It's gone through a couple phases of renovations and addition, but then in 2023 the county approval finally came through with our building permit approval, I started building an addition to add a garage, bunkroom, bathroom and doubled the living space to accommodate more people for more memory making. We are an active family and enjoy the outdoors year round in Tahoe, along with all the festivals and special events held in South Shore.

Since completing Villa Nola-SLT's updates and addition with full gut job in August 2024 we have enjoyed making more memories, but now in a new and larger space! We would like to pay if forward and share space with others too!

Why they chose this property

Villa Nola is located just about 5-10 minutes to the "Y" that takes you to East or West (Emerald bay is just a 25mins away!) as it's the major intersection of shops, restaurants, amenities, brewers and more that also leads up to North Shores via strip of Casinos. In Winter the Ski activities such as Sierra at Tahoe, heavenly & Mnt Adventure Park are all within 10-15 minutes...

What makes this property unique

All of the amazing things to do and see, with conveniences of a town, yet we are away from the cords of the town of South Lake Tahoe, in a peaceful, family friendly and warm neighborhood with amazing neighbors. The Bunkroom was built with the intention of creating life long memories in it! The whole house actually... that was my dream and now it's come true after construction has completed.

The National Park Trailhead is 2 blocks away and an easy hike/walk to the Truckee river is only 10 mins away.