Magical Westshore Retreat

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Entire home

Space between Main house and Guest Space Above Garage

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Tahoma, CA

Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park

19 min walk

Homewood Mountain Resort

3 min drive

Meeks Bay Beach

4 min drive

Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)

41 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Pet Friendly Guest Quarters above our detached garage with private entrance is a 900 sq ft One Bedroom with Queen size Bed plus loft with 2 twin beds/ ladder slides out for easy access to Loft/vaulted ceilings/views of trees/lots of sun/fenced pet friendly yard/walk to Chambers Landing Beach/one block to bike path and trolley bus stop/2 miles to Sugar Pine Point State Park/3 miles to Meeks Bay Resort/40 minutes to South Shore and casinos.

We live on site in the main house and are very considerate of our guests privacy however we are available for any questions or special needs.

This is a pet friendly property upon approval - we have 4 dogs of our own - 2 - 9 yr old labs and 2 smaller terrier mixes 9 and 8 yr old - our dogs use the fenced area behind the garage/apt a few times a day plus walks they are never left in the yard without one of us out there with them.

Winter months we may need to come up to shovel upper deck unless you are up for a work out - we will coordinate as needed (snow falls).

Property manager

Sarina Kriston

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Miscellaneous: Housekeeping supplies bar soap and a roll of toilet paper in the bath for your arrival. Dish soap and some basic cleaning supplies ar

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 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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tahoma

Located in Tahoma, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Palisades Tahoe and Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Emerald Bay State Park and Zephyr Cove Beach. Tahoe Maritime Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tahoma, CA

What's nearby

Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park - 19 min walk
Homewood Mountain Resort - 3 min drive
Meeks Bay Beach - 4 min drive
Emerald Bay State Park - 13 min drive
Palisades Tahoe - 27 min drive

Getting around

Truckee Station - 33 min drive
Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪West Shore Market - ‬10 min drive
‪Chambers Landing Bar - ‬12 min walk
‪Fire Sign Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Spoon - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Westshore Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magical Westshore Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Westshore Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical Westshore Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park, Homewood Mountain Resort and Tahoe Maritime Museum. Hellman-Ehrman Mansion and Meeks Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Vicki R.

2 Aug 2024

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

Cozy retreat

Enjoyed our stay. Great location, clean, comfortable, dog friendly. Our dog enjoyed exploring the fenced in play area. Hope to stay again soon. Thanks Sarina and Ed!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

29 June 2024

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

Great stay!

My girlfriend, chihuahua, and I enjoyed our stay in Tahoma! The cabin above the garage is in a quiet location and well-stocked for cooking your own meals or BBQing on the deck. Nice sized bathroom and comfy bed. There's a huge dog yard that our pup enjoyed sniffing around. We would stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat K., Pleasanton, CA

19 June 2023

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

Clean, cozy, and comfortable

We thought from the ad, this was only an apartment above a garage. Instead it was a whole house! The owner thought of everything you could possibly need. It was all good.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

13 Jan 2022

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

nice place

We had a good time at the property.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fleur F.

25 Dec 2021

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

Wonderful little cabin

We had a great time at Sarina’s place. The cabin is very clean and everything is well organized and labeled. It’s a 3 minute drive to Homewood, 25 min to Palisades Tahoe and 15 min to Tahoe City. It was spacious enough for our family of 4 + one dog. Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindi B., Freeland

25 July 2021

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

Summer Lake Tahoe family trip

Sarina made us feel very welcome with all of the special touches that showed that she really anticipates the needs of her guests. The kitchen was well organized and labeled. There were a lot of towels and hotel type toiletries in case you forgot your toothbrush or shower essentials. There are a lot of comfortable couches and a nice table. We didn't have a dog with us, but there was a dog crate, dog treats and a nice area out back to play. A couple notes for older visitors: There are steep stairs going to the unit since it is above the garage. The bed is very firm. Since we were spending a lot of time with family at a bigger place, we didn't spend a lot of time here. It was a nice retreat from all of the family activity to be able to come back and enjoy a slower-paced evening and morning.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

18 July 2021

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Cute Tahoe Getaway

Great place, perfect getaway for our family of four! Thanks Sarina!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey B.

27 June 2021

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

Great quiet location close to everything!

Our family of three had a great stay in Tahoma! The town itself is quiet and not touristy, is a 10-minute walk away from a great beach where we paddle boarded and watched several sunsets, is only 15 minutes away from Tahoe City to the north, and 15 minutes away from DL Bliss State Park, Emerald Bay, and a beautiful sand beach to the south. Pet friendly accommodations made bringing our pugs with us a breeze. The host had even put out a large kennel and treats they loved. The cabin was very clean, had everything stocked that we needed, and we knew the host was just a call/knock away. We didn’t quite master a technique that cooled off the entire cabin at night. The living room and loft (that our son LOVED!) cooled off, but the bedroom remained very warm. Luckily, the sheets were nice and cool and fans did help! We will definitely return as we all fell in love with Tahoe, the accommodations, and the variety of towns and scenery that surround the lake. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mario M.

29 Jan 2021

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Great place and location

We loved how clean the place was, how thoughtful the landlord was. You can tell they go out of their way to make the stay feel like a home away from home. We will definitely come back and recommend it to our friends and family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

20 Oct 2020

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

Wonderful accommodations!

Really lovely property and super dog-friendly experience! Great location, comfortable and cozy. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie Y.

18 Oct 2020

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Wonderful stay

We loved our stay! It was a perfect size for our family of 3 plus our dog, and we so appreciated all the little extras and amenities that made it feel like home. The layout is spacious and smartly done, with enough room to have a feeling of separation, even in the same open space. The loft was my son’s favorite part of course, he called it his “lair” lol. Sarina was so gracious to provide a dog crate for us to use, as well as bowls and a jar of treats! The large gated yard space for dogs was also wonderful, plus it’s so easy to go for a nature full walk just outside the door. All in all we were so happy and comfortable here, we hope to stay again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shaun J.

29 Sept 2020

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Cozy and Spacious

This large apartment has the feeling of a cabin, with a nice high ceiling. We lacked for nothing and found the location perfect for lakeside and mountain walks. Our hosts were friendly and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

17 Sept 2020

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Clean, clean, clean...perfect stay!

My 15 year old son, poodle and I had a great three day stay at Sarina's place! The rental was immaculately clean and had every amenity possible. You can tell that Sarina has put a lot of thought into making her guest's stay extra special. I loved the dog run and there are lots of hiking trails within walking distance of the rental. We would definitely love to stay here again. Thank you for making our getaway extra special! Jennifer, Hunter and Sunny

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 July 2020

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Wonderful stay at Magical West Shore Retreat

I had a wonderful stay! Owners SUPER nice !! So many little touches and details in the house to accommodate guests. Fully stocked. As listed online. Great location for a west shore stay. Plenty of room for just one person, but also spacious for a larger party. Garage opening is loud when owners park car, but I knew the unit was above the garage so not complaining. Rental was immaculately clean. Would definitely recommend and would stay again. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N., Redwood City, CA

9 July 2020

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One of our best “hotel” experiences in Tahoe!

The cabin was fantastic. It was cozy, clean, and had every amenity you can think of, plus more. The location is perfect too. You can walk to Chambers, and it’s not too far from Tahoe City or Emerald Bay. Sarina and her family were very accommodating and welcoming, and we definitely plan to stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Claire N.

30 June 2020

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Wonderful Weekend Away

My fiance and I decided to get away for an extended weekend, since it was originally supposed to be our wedding weekend. This location was absolutely perfect for us and our pup!! The location was walking distance to Chambers Landing Beach and Bar/Grill as well as West Shore Pizza. Quiet neighborhood. Wonderful property manager. Very accommodating for our dog. Several hiking options nearby. The loft was a bit warm the first night without A/C, but opening all the windows and turning on the fans helped keep everything cool the rest of the weekend. Overall fantastic, memorable trip!

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

23 June 2020

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beautiful home

Loved the little touches. Excellent location. Would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian L., Mountain View, CA

25 Feb 2020

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Exceeded our expectations

The Magical Westshore Retreat was perfect for our family of 4 with two boys, 9 and 12. The boys loved sleeping up in the loft and also playing chess and the other games there. They remarked a few times how much they liked staying there. The beds were very comfortable. The crate available for our dog and wonderful fenced in back yard helped our dog celebrate his 6th birthday there in style! They even had extra cleanup bags available for us to use. My pro tips are as follows: if you're like me and used to your coffee maker turning itself off after a couple of hours remember they don't all do that! I almost forgot to turn off the coffee a couple of times. If you're close to 6 feet tall or taller watch your head entering the back yard. I bumped my head on the top of the fence a couple of times. You would think I would have learned after the first time but nope. :) If we stay in this area again we will definitely stay here again. It was great!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

francis c.

19 Feb 2020

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cozy and clean

we had a wonderful 3 days in tahoe at sarina’s cabin. just a few minutes away from homewood, it was super convenient for our annual february ski weekend. the cabin is bigger than we expected, and very comfortable for our family of 4. the kids’ loft was cute, but the beds were too small for our *long* 11 and 16 year olds ;) but they enjoyed the upstairs. the kitchen is fine, but i wouldn’t cook a proper meal there. the place is fabulously CLEAN. i have a high standard for cleanliness, and it was on par! hard to come by, very much appreciated. good water pressure in shower, and plenty of linens. thank you, sarina! we’ll definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen and Nate H., San Diego, CA USA

3 Feb 2020

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Homewood Trip

Great property for a small group or family. Close to Homewood and restaurants. Friendly and accommodating owner.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W., Palos Verdes, CA. USA

6 Jan 2020

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Cozy Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was super cozy and more spacious than you would think. The property is dog friendly and our pup certainly enjoyed his stay and the yard too. The boys loved the loft which is great for older kids because it’s pretty steep. Kitchen is well equipped and beds are super comfy. Good central locations for various ski resorts. Would love to try in the summer as there are some great beach spots on the west shore. Perfect place for a family of up to five. Highly recommend. Sarina was wonderful to work with and a great host.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M., Bay Area CA

6 Jan 2020

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Comfortable and beautiful location

We enjoyed our stay at the Westshore Reatreat very much. The accommodation is very comfortable for 4 people, and has everything needed in the kitchen to cook meals.We enjoyed playing the games that were availalble too. The location is quiet and beautiful yet close to Tahoe City. Our dogs loved the fenced dog run in the back yard and walking around the neighborhood. Sarina was very helpful with the rental unit, and very knowledgeable the Tahoe area. We would definitely like to stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

26 Dec 2019

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The best!

The most comfortable place...we felt right at home and our pup felt it too. Sarina is a very thoughtful host and we enjoyed our stay in Tahoe very much. We were warm, there was always plenty of linens and towels, and we just had the best time. Super clean place too. Thank you for the memories and we look forward to staying with you next time!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Lynn G., Folsom, Ca

6 Sept 2019

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Nice place, hot bedroom

The place was very nice and had lots of small items. ie dog treats,coffee,etc. However the bedroom was hot and fans supplied did not cool it off . A simple window air conditioner would probably fix the situation.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B., Oakland, CA

29 July 2019

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Clean, Quiet Cabin

Had a nice stay with a friend of mine and it worked out with the loft and one bedroom. Had everything we needed to cook and BBQ on the deck. It was perfect to be able to bring a dog and a great area for enjoying the lake!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sarina Kriston

RE Broker/Property Manager/MOM managing property in Tahoe since 1988 in between raising my 2 boys and my nephew love taking hikes with our dogs and walks to the beach, gardening , skiing, snow shoe, cross country skiing, boating, biking and more and we do it all right here.

What makes this property unique

Open great room with vaulted ceilings views of trees gives you feeling of being in a eagle nest. Dog Friendly fenced play yard, quiet lighted garden with fountain, sunny upper deck with table and gas BBQ. Walk to bike path, trolley/bus stop or historic Chambers Landing Beach. Numerous hiking trails close by.