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A modern living room with white sofas, orange cushions, and a wooden coffee table.
A spacious living room with a large window, a stone wall, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and white cabinetry.
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, white sofas, a glass dining table, and a kitchen with white cabinets and a marble backsplash.
An outdoor patio area with a hot tub, red chairs, and a covered seating area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 12 guests, this vacation home features 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It includes 1 hot tub and access to nearby skiing and nearby golf. Enjoy mountain views from the patio, and take part in nearby adventure activities like Ski Cross Country and motorboating. The property is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Olympic Valley, CA
  • Place, Palisades Tahoe
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Olympic Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Palisades Tahoe Aerial Tram
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Red Dog Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Redwood Bedroom

1 King Bed

Silverado Bedroom

1 King Bed

Solitude Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Squaw Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat

RELAX. LIVE. ENJOY.

This is a perfect home for Family Reunions with an exceptional state-of-the-art hot tub.

This home sleeps up to 12 adults which includes to bunk rooms for kids and/or adults.

Enjoy luxurious, contemporary, living in the heart of historic Olympic Valley!! Home of Legendary Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort where memories are made ;-)

This, recently renovated, legendary, ranch style home is an architecturally and historically important property with views of Olympic Valley. The property has a rich athletic history. Coaches and members of the U.S. Olympic and World Cup Ski and Cycling Teams built and customized this home to comfortably accommodate large groups.

If you enjoy relaxing in style, there are plenty of rooms, bedrooms and seating areas, inside and out.

Relax in one of the many lounge chairs or have a barbecue on the 1500 square foot patio (one of the largest in Olympic Valley). Whether you're having a family get together, entertaining friends, a sports team learning or talking about the big event or having a business retreat, This home is ideal for you!

REWARD YOURSELF. This home has all the comfort and amenities you could wish for, including a very large, new, luxury outdoor hot tub (seats 6), and an indoor dry sauna.

Cozy up in a large comfortable audio/video area with a reclining sofa where you can listen to music or watch your favorite shows together on a 70" HDTV.

WALKING DISTANCE OR A 2 MINUTE DRIVE TO THE VILLAGE AT PALISADES TAHOE OR THE RESORT AT SQUAW CREEK. 8 MINUTE DRIVE TO LAKE TAHOE AND TAHOE CITY. 40 MINUTES FROM RENO/TAHOE AIRPORT.

An outdoor paradise. There is even a bike/pedestrian path -- with world class views -- several hundred feet from the house that runs the length of the Olympic Valley to the Truckee River and on into Lake Tahoe.

5 bedroom/4 bath - SLEEPS 12 Adults

BEDROOM CONFIGURATION:

#1 King Bed - ultra high end pillow-top

#2 King Bed - ultra high end pillow-top

#3 Queen Suite - Queen Bed ultra high end pillow-top. *** In addition there is a top quality true QUEEN size sofa bed. It has no springs so it will not sag.

#4 Bunk room - Two exceptionally comfortable bunk beds - new double pillow-top mattress on bottom and single with mattress on top.

#5 Bunk room - Two exceptionally comfortable bunk beds - new double pillow-top mattress on bottom and single with mattress on top.

**** THE BUNK BEDS DO NOT SAG!

ALL NECESSITIES INCLUDED: linens, towels, hand soap, dish soap, paper towels, shampoo, toilet paper, laundry detergent and propane and fire wood (for short-term rentals).

KITCHEN FULLY EQUIPPED - new luxury stove/microwave/refrigerator/washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee makers, and all of the servings and utensils you need for large groups.

*DIRECTV

*HI SPEED WIRELESS INTERNET

*2 BOSE STEREO SYSTEMS

*NEW HOTSPRING GRANDEE OUTDOOR HOTUB - SEATS 6

*INDOOR DRY SAUNA

*STONE FIREPLACE

*EXCELLENT PARKING for 5 to 6 vehicles.

NEARBY ACTIVITIES:

Golf, Hiking, Bike Riding, Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding, Snow Mobile, Snow Shoe, Cross Country, Skate Skiing.

Golf at The Resort at Squaw Creek. (2 min. drive)

Scenic Tram Rides to High Camp located at the top of Squaw Valley

Swimming Lagoon, Spa and restaurants

Roller Skating Rink

Hiking

Olympic Museum

Restaurant & Bars

Shopping

Sky Jump

Zip Line

Climbing Wall

Ropes Course

Flying Trapeze

Horseback Riding

Miniature Golf

Keywords: house, home, rental property, luxury, large, olympic valley, vacation rental, rental, sandy way, tahoe, lake tahoe, lodge, short term rental, getaway

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Kids love the bunk rooms. Each has it's own bath.

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Events

No events allowed

Please contact Bob to discuss small events

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Pet Friendly Home: $100 cleaning fee

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outside only. PLEASE pick-up your butts!!

Placer County has a very strict Short Term Rental Policy. Noise, parking and trash fines are $1500 for first offense. Guests pay the fine if issued.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 127921vb
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
Note from host: Please contact Bob to discuss small events
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Olympic Valley

Located in Olympic Valley, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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 Donner Lake. Olympic Museum and Olympic Valley Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Olympic Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Palisades Tahoe - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Olympic Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palisades Tahoe Aerial Tram - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Gold Coast Funitel - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Olympic Valley Adventure Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 15 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gold Coast Complex - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪River Ranch Lodge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks at Gold Coast Lodge - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Rocker - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat?

As of 17 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat on 20 October 2026 start from NZ$3,653, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Tahoe’s Ultimate Family & Friends Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tahoe National Forest and Palisades Tahoe. Far East Express Ski Lift and Olympic Village Inn Bus Stop are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bob Knotek

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I am a retired entertainment industry executive (film and tv) and a major sports enthusiast ;-)

Why they chose this property

I'm a skier, cyclist, mountain biker, hiker and runner. I also enjoy the water. Squaw Valley is a skiers paradise with a world class mountain and there are plenty of mtn. biking, running and hiking trails right out the front door.

And if you fish or play golf there's plenty of that too ;)

Squaw and Tahoe are ideal for a great vacation there is something for everyone!

What makes this property unique

Skiing, boarding hiking, cycling, mtn. biking, fly fishing, kayaking, swimming, walking, climbing and just about any other outdoor activity you can think of.

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English

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