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Entire home

Main rental on the left. Apartment right. Note bridge linking units

Street Approach North Side, note bridge linking main and apartment unit

South Side rear of property, note main unit deck and hot tub on upper right

Enter left into the main unit. Park at deck entry for easy loading/ unloading

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Tahoe City, CA

North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center5 min drive
Granlibakken Resort Ski Area9 min drive
Northstar California Resort42 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location, fabulous hot tub, lovely home. We would be delighted to come back in the summer!

Rachel M.

Jan 31, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Modern House Ski Lease or short term, New Hot Tub&Gas Insert, by Nordic Center

This is a great location, just 2 miles north of Tahoe City. The Alpine center is just up the street for cross country skiing and fantastic summer mountain bike trails.

Within 6-11 miles of 4 world class ski resorts, yet close enough to town for easy grocery shopping or fine dining. A convenience store with Redbox DVD rentals is just 7 houses away on North Lake Blvd. Paved bike trails to town, resorts and along Truckee River.
The house is broken into three distinct units. Shown rates are for main unit only. Inquire about renting apartment above garage/great room available for the holiday season at an additional cost of $175 per night and $60 additional cleaning. The lower unit has full time renters respectful, friendly and helpful to many renters.
A filtered lake view through tree foliage, really not much to see, but elevated living spaces provide lots of light and privacy for hot tub. Good view of mountains off above garage deck.
Pet Friendly. Primary renters must be 25 years or older.

You'll want to come back.

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Property manager

Jim Kunkel

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 25

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pet fee additional $65 per stay for each pet.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Tahoe

This holiday home is located in Lake Tahoe. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park and Sand Harbor. North Shore Parasail and Kings Beach Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tahoe City, CA

What's nearby

Tahoe City Marina - 5 min drive
North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 5 min drive
Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 9 min drive
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 10 min drive
Northstar California Resort - 42 min drive

Getting around

Truckee Station - 25 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gar Woods - ‬5 min drive
‪Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet - ‬7 min drive
‪Bridgetender Tavern And Grill - ‬6 min drive
‪Rosie's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Bridgetender - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern House Ski Lease or short term, New Hot Tub&Gas Insert, by Nordic Center pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Modern House Ski Lease or short term, New Hot Tub&Gas Insert, by Nordic Center located?

Situated in Lake Tahoe, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Skylandia Park, Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Tahoe City Field Station. Burton Creek State Park and Tahoe State Recreation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

31 Jan 2024

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

We would return

Excellent location, fabulous hot tub, lovely home. We would be delighted to come back in the summer!

Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth s.

27 Sept 2022

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

Relaxing vacation home

A much needed vacation for the week! The property was just as advertised. Convenient to many local attractions and except for the summer heat wave, was a perfect week. Jim was a great host!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

3 Aug 2022

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

Great home!

This home was comfortable and inviting. My family and I loved the location and home amenities. The hot tub was wonderful!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy C., Escondido

13 July 2022

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

Great place

We loved our stay in Tahoe! The location is perfect, close to activities without being in the middle of everyone. It's very comfy and spacious, and the hot tub was the absolute highlight. The house had everything we needed. We were able to cook meals in the well-stocked kitchen, which saved us from having to deal with crowds at the restaurants. The beds were very comfortable, bathrooms were clean, and there was nice space in the living room to lounge and watch movies at night. We also loved being able to have our dog with us. There's a trailhead a short walk up the street that gave her space to run and explore. We all loved the big balcony to sit and read in the afternoon and of course soak in the hot tub each night. Jim was an excellent host and gave us great suggestions around the area. Can't wait to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

7 July 2022

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

Dollar Point

Great host and enjoyable stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik O.

15 Jan 2022

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

Perfect Tahoe Getaway

Everything was to expectations or beyond based on property description and other favorable reviews. We enjoyed being close to the Tahoe cross country center. Owner was very friendly and checked in with us when the Christmas blizzard was forecasted. Unfortunately we decided to leave earlier than planned due to potential for weather related travel problems. We would definitely like to return in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

2 Aug 2021

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

Perfect!

We had a great stay! House was exactly as described. Jim was fantastic letting us borrow his beach chairs and available for questions! We were completely comfortable

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

28 July 2021

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

Great family rental

My husband, two teenagers and I had a great stay at Jim’s place. The house was great for hanging out and relaxing. We loved eating on the deck, reading on the comfortable living room furniture and spending time in the hot tub. We were a 5-minute drive to town and could get anywhere in Lake Tahoe within an hour or so (depending on traffic). Jim was an excellent host, providing access to beach chairs and inflatable tubes as well as good recommendations for nearby activites and restaurants. We hope to come back someday!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

McKenna W., New York, New York

25 July 2021

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

Hostest with the mostest!

We had the absolute best stay with Jim. Incredible hospitality and communication. The property was very spacious and Jim made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

21 July 2021

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

Great location

The property is in a great location, a few miles from Tahoe City and Kings Beach. It’s also very close to Skylandia State Park Beach. Jim is a great host, very communicative and help with local advice and suggestions. The house is well equipped and comfortably accommodated 6 adults.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

24 Dec 2020

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

All-around Amazing!

Jim's Tahoe City castle is the perfect place to stay. Miles of hiking/biking/snowshoeing right up the street, all the amenities of Tahoe City a short drive away, and the public lake access less than a 20 min walk. The house is also outfitted with a killer sound system and a great library of books/movies. Even more impressive was Jim's hospitality! He made us feel at home and gave us help when we needed, offering all kinds of tips, and left us plenty of privacy. We stayed for a month, but I'd recommend it for any duration!

10/10 Excellent

LYNN W.

1 Nov 2020

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

Woodsy neighborhood, modern, roomy, comfortable and HOT tub

Larger than we needed (this place could easily handle 6-8) but finding rental with a nice outdoor hot tub always limits our searches. All nice, clean, comfortable and nice outdoor grille which we used. Also close to Tahoe City, where we had three nice dine IN dinners, and we toured many spots all along Tahoe North coast, from West to East side.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

24 Sept 2020

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

Great place

Nice home. Comfortable patio with Jacuzzi. Jim the property owner was very friendly and always available for questions or assistance.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carra B.

2 Aug 2020

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

Excellent Summer Getaway

My husband and I, along with our two pups, had an amazing stay here and will be back! The property was very nice and the location was perfect. Very close to downtown Tahoe City and only minutes away from the beach and great hiking options. We enjoyed using the BBQ grill on the property and loved having use of the hot tub after a long day of hiking. Jim was a great host, always available to answer any questions and was very welcoming. We can't to come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

kelly m.

30 July 2020

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

Great location and host

We really enjoyed our time here. It was the perfect getaway from the city during this pandemic and we were able to work and enjoy all that North Lake has to offer. Jim was a great host!

10/10 Excellent

Cara H.

27 May 2020

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

Great Spot!

Cute space with tremendous location. So close to awesome network of trails on Dollar Point, close to Tahoe City today n peaceful neighborhood.

10/10 Excellent

Maggie Z.

23 Mar 2020

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

The perfect snowy retreat!

This is a great property and Jim was a wonderful host! We thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub, grill, and comfy reclining couches during our stay. Jim was very responsive to all our needs and made us feel at home. We look forward to staying here again!

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andre P. P.

13 Jan 2020

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

Great stay & location

Had a fabulous time here over New Year's! We're a family with a toddler, and it was fantastic being a <10-minute drive away to the grocery store and Tahoe City. The house is clean and the kitchen was stocked with convenient goods, and the owner was highly communicative and checked in with us to make sure that we had everything with needed. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

5 Dec 2019

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

Fabulous place to stay. Would highly recommend the property and the owner

Went as a family of 6 for Thanksgiving. The property was spacious enough that we had our own time. It was very warm and cosy especially with all the snow outside. The hot tub was great too. Will definitely be back again

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Eduardo M.

6 Aug 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great Location. Loved the hot tub. Jim was available to answer any questions. Beds were comfortable.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

24 July 2019

Fun week in Tahoe!

Great location! Jim was a super host.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

7 Jan 2019

Great place for our family.

Our kids loved the extra large bunk beds and hot tub. Great place to sit in the hot tub after a full day of skiing. Nice quiet neighborhood and still close to all downtown shops and stores. We’ll go back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Mattoon, IL USA

17 Aug 2018

Great Family Gathering Home!

Our family came in from Illinois, Philadelphia and Berlin to enjoy a week together of relaxation and birthday celebrations. Initially disappointed that we were unable to go to Yosemite due to forest fires, we chose Tahoe as our 2nd choice and we are glad that we did. When we arrived Jim greeted us and gave us a quick overview of the electronics, lighting internet etc. as well as a few area activities and bikes and rafts etc. We found the home to very clean, with up to date appliances and furnishings. The deck with gas grill, slate topped dining table, lounge chairs and spacious hottub were a definate plus. Though the the air quality and visibility were a bit rough the first couple of days, it eventually returned to normal levels, Great week, we highly recommend it.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

16 Jan 2018

Great place

We really enjoyed our stay. I have nothing negative to say!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., San Jose

1 Sept 2017

Great Location!

The overall experience was great .The hot tub was awesome. The house had everything the family needed. The only negative was the upstairs queen bed not a fan! Would recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Jim Kunkel

I reside in Tahoe area now. I had a great career, and decided this was a great place to work from. Thus, it's well set up for an office or two for those that can't escape. I enjoy golfing, biking, rafting and fly-fishing...all things to do in this area and can share my toys to make for a more enjoyable, complete vacation. Would be happy to join in to your group should you want some interaction, helping with food and transportation.

Why they chose this property

Years ago, this simple house was bought as an investment by single roommates looking for a ski lease. It has evolved to a much larger place with all season benefits.

What makes this property unique

Sitting in the hot tub watching the stars or being snowed on. Sitting with a drink, listening to good music. Wine tasting and BBQing on the main upper deck, entertaining old friends and new. Mountains bike rides at the Nordic Center, just up the hill, is great especially in the evenings. The bike lake/river trail is a couple hundred yards away...paved to Squaw Valley, 8 miles away, mostly riding along the Truckee River where rafting can be a great summer adventure.