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West shore is the best shore! Charming cabin in quiet Tahoma neighborhood.

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NEW covered front patio - great for coffee in the morning or wine at night!
Enjoy the heaters on the front porch, while you watch the snow fall!
Front porch
View from the front porch
Come enjoy this peaceful and quiet neighborhood in the summer or winter!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tahoma, CA
  • Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Homewood Mountain Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Meeks Bay Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

West shore is the best shore! Charming cabin in quiet Tahoma neighborhood.

This 3-bedroom, 2-full bath cabin on the West Shore is the perfect place to come and relax in the summer or winter! Walking distance to Chambers Landing and the Rubicon Trail, this quiet street will provide the perfect get-away for you and your family.
Walk or ride right out of the cabin onto great hiking trails or sit and enjoy the large deck while you BBQ in the summer or the NEWLY added covered front porch and watch the snowfall under the patio heaters. Play one of the many games provided and enjoy the sounds of the great outdoors, including McKinney Creek flowing right around the corner.
The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for those who enjoy cooking or BBQing! Don't feel like cooking, venture out and enjoy a meal at Chambers, Swiss Restaurant, West Shore Cafe, Dog and Bear Tavern (voted One of Tahoe's Best places to eat), and Shadyside Tavern - or grab burgers to-go from Cult Burger all just a short drive from the cabin. Explore a bit further and head into Tahoe City, a 15min drive where you'll finds a myriad of shops, restaurants, ice cream and activities.
Head to West Shore Sports rentals for all your outdoor activity needs, explore the bike trail up to Tahoe City or down to Meek's bay. Or hit the slopes at Homewood just a 5-minute drive. The cabin even has a small desk for those interested in escaping their 'home office' and looking for a change of scenery.
Tahoma market is just around the corner, where you can grab gourmet sandwiches and all sorts of goodies for a day at Meek's Bay! Head north to Tahoe City and raft down the Truckee River, visit some of the many shops and restaurants, or venture south to Emerald Bay and hike any of the vast hikes with breathtaking views! This cabin is perfectly situated right between them both.
When the weather gets cold, you'll love the convenience of the gas stove with a flip of a switch you'll have the perfect spot to cozy up. Sit under the covered porch with your favorite book, coffee or glass of wine - where you can escape the sun in the summer or watch the snow fall in the winter!

Sleds provided in the winter and beach/sand toys in the summer.

Come see why the West Shore really is the Best Shore! You won't regret staying at this cabin.

Property manager

Chad

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Homewood

McKinney Estates, a neighbourhood in Homewood, is home to this cabin. While the natural beauty of Emerald Bay State Park and Zephyr Cove Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Palisades Tahoe. Tahoe Maritime Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting.
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Tahoma, CA

What's nearby

  • Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Homewood Mountain Resort - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Meeks Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Meeks Bay Trailhead - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Emerald Bay State Park - 15 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 38 min drive
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 45 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 West shore is the best shore! Charming cabin in quiet Tahoma neighborhood. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at West shore is the best shore! Charming cabin in quiet Tahoma neighborhood. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West shore is the best shore! Charming cabin in quiet Tahoma neighborhood. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West shore is the best shore! Charming cabin in quiet Tahoma neighborhood. located?

Located in McKinney Estates, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tahoe Maritime Museum and Hellman-Ehrman Mansion. Homewood Mountain Resort and Meeks Bay Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

We loved our stay!

This is such as nice, clean little cabin/house that fit our two small families perfectly! We enjoyed the back deck for dinner which had plenty of seating options. My only “complaint” is that the front door did not have any latch or lock from the inside so it got tricky with a toddler trying to escape. Other than the door issue, this is a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Comfy, cozy and clean

We loved our stay at this adorable cabin in Tahoma!! The kitchen was well stocked, the common space was super cozy and just the right size for our family of five to stretch out and enjoy a movie night and most importantly (to us) the beds were all SO comfortable and clean feeling. An added bonus was that the bunk room beds were full size and built in so even our 12 year old had plenty of room to lounge and the set-up did not feel wobbly or unstable - perfect for all ages. Would highly recommend this cabin!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Wonderful Place!

We stayed here over Christmas break and had a wonderful time. Everything in the cabin is so thoughtfully arranged and it has everything you need for a cozy family getaway. The host is lovely and we hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Super comfy, great location!

This house was so comfy and welcoming! We visited during the winter and it warmed up nicely using just the gas fireplace. The central heating system also worked great when we needed it. The beds were super comfortable with a perfect variety of pillows and luscious layers of blankets! A well-stocked and spacious kitchen made meal prep seamless. The bar and dining area were laid out nicely, as was the living room, making a very comfortable gathering area for our party of five. The owner was very communicative and easy to reach when we had questions. The location was great; it was an easy drive to Emerald Bay and Tahoe City. This was our first time on the west side and we loved that it was so much less crowded than other parts of the lake. I highly recommend this property! The next time we come to Tahoe, this will definitely be our first choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W., Reno, Nv

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

West shore relaxation

Super clean and well supplied house, perfect size for our family of two adults, our college age son and high school daughter. Kitchen had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable, kitchen table was good size for game nights, sectional couch was inviting for hanging out. Deck was wonderful for morning coffee and looks great for evenings too but we were inside mostly at night due to it being a buggier year. Quiet neighborhood with ample size yard that gave privacy from surrounding homes (not always the case in Tahoe). Bunk room has full size beds and looks brand new along with the attached bathroom- beautiful. My teen daughter very much enjoyed this space. Plan to return to this home again as it met all our needs.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Relaxing vacation

Very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Rocklin

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

Tahoe Hidden Gem

We hadn't ever stayed in the Tahoma area as we are usually closer to Sunnyside/West Shore Market and were going out of our comfort zone...and boy are we glad we did! Cabin is in what I would call a "hidden gem" neighborhood not far from Chambers. Very well appointed, don't think pictures do it justice. Even got to see a bear which was fun for all of us! Look forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Debi M.

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

Clean out stuff

Cabinets and refrigerator could be cleaned out a bit. Not much room for our stuff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paz P.

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

Beautiful snowy stay

We rented the cabin during winter school break, coinciding with a huge snow storm. Even if temperature was freezing, the cabin was warm and cozy and had everything we needed to cook at home and was very clean. We had a fantastic time, will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Timothy N.

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

fantastic

This place was amazing. It felt like a brand new house! Everything was perfect. I have stayed in lots of VRBO's over the last 5 years, mostly for long term deployments as a general contractor. This particular cabin far exceeded all other VRBO's by miles. It is only a few minutes drive to Homewood ski area, one of the best kept secrets on the West Shore, if you like uncrowded groomers of powder after a fresh snowfall.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Great Tahoe Cabin

My family really enjoyed our stay. We would be happy to stay there again. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily Q., San Francisco, CA

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

Can’t wait to stay again!

This property is even more charming than pictures show, the hosts are responsive and wonderful, and we had the absolute best time. We most definitely will stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S., Mountain View CA

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

Pleasurable stay in the pines

This is a well-appointed, comfortable home in McKinney Estates, a development in Tahoma not far from the Rubicon Trail. Quiet neighborhood; very safe. No problems with bears due to bear wires (easy to use) surrounding the whole house. Easy drive to great state parks and beaches on the West Side.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chad

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We bought this cabin in 2021 and have absolutely enjoyed our time spent here. We've put a lot of love into this place to refresh it with updated furniture, bedding, a new bunk room and bathroom and everything you could need in the kitchen! We've created a relaxing place on the back deck, for BBQing or playing games and added a gorgeous covered front patio where you can sip your morning coffee or enjoy a cocktail at night - turn on the patio heaters and stay warm all year round!
We absolutely love this area, it is quiet and peaceful and the cabin is quite private. We love walking or biking up the Rubicon trail, or walking down to Chambers Landing for a punch or nice dinner. The bike trails out of the cabin and along Hwy89 are fantastic! West Short Sports rentals provides anything you could need to enjoy the great outdoors: bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, ski/snow board equipment, snow shoes ... and more!
Tahoma market is a short drive from the cabin and offers anything you may have left behind, visit their deli for delicious sandwiches and more!
We love how close we are to so many amenities: Obexer's where we easily launch our boat to enjoy a day at the lake; Meek's Bay where you can set up shop on the sandy beach, paddle board, play beach volleyball and enjoy the sun.
Our family loves to head into Tahoe City and raft the Truckee river every summer, either renting rafts from one of the couple companies or bringing our own tubes where you can drop off and park a car at the lot across from Fanny Bridge, just past BridgeTender restaurant (then park a 2nd car down near River Ranch Lodge where you can grab lunch and drinks afterwards).
In the winter, you can't beat the short drive to Homewood to hit the slopes at a small family ski resort with some of the BEST views of the lake. Don't miss a drink at Big Blue View Bar in the middle of the mountain - and soak in the breathtaking views.

Why they chose this property

We absolutely love how quiet this area is relative to other parts of Tahoe, and the 'old tahoe' feel you get while here. Unlike many lots in Tahoe, ours is quite private with no direct neighbors given the Tahoe Conservancy land to the right and behind us, and the vacant lot on the left that's owned by our neighbor to the left.
There are plenty of restaurants nearby without having to go into Tahoe City, but that's just a short drive further and offers quite a few more activities including mini golf, ice skating, restaurants, movie theatre, ice cream, shopping, museums ... and more!
While we always enjoy a night out, we also savor a quiet evening in grilling on the back deck or cooking as the kitchen has everything you could need to fix the best meals! We provide a cabinet full of games, darts on the back deck, with yard games, beach toys, sleds in the winter - and have a Christmas tree up Thanksgiving through New Year's. There are so many great hikes you can do right out of the cabin and can snowshoe in thew inter ... we love taking our quad up into the Rubicon and exploring while taking in the amazing views.
Obexer's is just a 5 minute drive away and provides one of the few places to launch a boat on the lake, we love spending a day buzzing around the lake. Homewood is across the street from Obexer's and our favorite place to ski in Tahoe, as it's so easy to pull right in and park and you rarely wait in lines at the lifts throughout the day. Plus, you can't beat the views from Big Blue Bar up on the mountain.
We hope you'll enjoy our cabin as much as we do ... we've made so many fun memories there, and know you'll do the same!

What makes this property unique

Our cabin has newer furnishings and bedding throughout, lots of fun games and best of all a quiet and private lot where you can enjoy the outdoors either on the back deck or NEW covered front porch ... and hardly see another person.
We continue to improve this property and hope you'll appreciate all it has to offer!
The family room has a smart TV where you can enjoy movies, and sufficient space to play games around the sectional sofa or at the dining nook.
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