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Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Tahoe City, CA
  • Place, Olympic Valley Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Palisades Tahoe
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe

Charming riverfront cottage that offers adventures for all seasons, whether it's hitting the slopes of Squaw Valley or heading to the crystal blue waters of Lake Tahoe -- both are only 10 minutes away! Nestled among the trees, with the river rushing by, this cottage lends an atmosphere of a remote getaway, while being close to it all.

This cottage offers 2 bedrooms, with a jack and jill full bathroom (w/ shower) in between. The main bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom has a queen sofa bed. Each bedroom has its own, separate entrance for privacy. The cottage was updated November 2022, with new floors, bed and furniture.

Please note there is NO KITCHEN, but coffee maker, mini fridge (with freezer), and microwave are provided. Plates, bowls, mugs, and silverware are also provided for your convenience. Celebrating a special event? Champagne glasses and corkscrew at the ready!

WE HAVE WIFI!!! For the most part, WIFI is reliable. Please just keep in mind that it may be finicky dependent upon weather conditions. There is a sitting area in the 2nd bedroom that works great as a workspace, if needed.

Guest access
Guests will access the home via Lockbox. Guest parking is limited to 2 vehicles. It should also be noted that you share a driveway with another house so please be respectful and do not block their access.

The cottage is EASILY ACCESSIBLE DURING SNOW SEASON!!! It is directly across the Truckee River from Highway 89 – which gets top priority with the snowplows. During snow season, our entire street (and driveway) is plowed first thing each morning – it is plowed by a resident of our street, so no waiting for the snowplow to arrive! You'll be the first to hit the slopes!

Other things to note
Just up the road from our cottage is the Truckee River Bike Path to Tahoe City and Squaw Valley Village. The Village has wonderful shops and delicious restaurants.

Our cottage is a skiing and snowboarding dream, we are located 5 minutes from Squaw Valley Ski Resort, Alpine Meadows only 10 minutes away. During snow season, our entire street is plowed first thing each morning – it is plowed by a resident of our street, so no waiting for the snowplow to arrive! You'll be the first to hit the slopes!

The North Tahoe Area has so much to offer in terms of hiking, biking, fishing, golf and delicious restaurants. All of which are easily within reach from this location!

In keeping with the quiet tranquility of this setting, we ask that guests be respectful of neighbors and keep noise to a minimum. Parties and large gatherings are not allowed.

-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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

About the area

Tahoe City

Located in Tahoe City, this cottage is on a river. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at North Tahoe Regional Park or Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Tahoe City, CA

What's nearby

  • Olympic Valley Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Spa at Everline - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Donner Lake - 17 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 30 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 13 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KT Base Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olympic House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Auld Dubliner Tahoe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wildflour Baking Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe?

As of 30 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$391, 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 Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from Tahoe National Forest and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Palisades Tahoe. Truckee River and Olympic Valley Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely tiny cottage. We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

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

Wonderful stay - magic location

Everything you could want and more in the cabin - peaceful and friendly location away from the hustle of Tahoe but only a quick 5-10 min drive to the center of Taho. Such a great place we will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis A.

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

Weekend trip

Nice rustic cabin in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, peaceful cottage by the Truckee River. We were less than 15 minutes from Tahoe City, shopping, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

cottage stay

perfect getaway spot for the weekend for a family of 4!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect cabin for four (2 bedrooms with a shared bathroom)!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

J R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location by the river with easy check-in and comfortable. Small, cozy with no kitchen, so not set-up for easy cooking of meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to spend my birthday weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shon H.

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

Sounds of the rushing river!

Loved this little historic cabin with an outstanding location to enjoy the Truckee River and Tahoe nearby. We appreciated the cabin decor and the comfortable seating outside next to the gorgeous rushing river. Communication and check-in was super easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

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

Cute little cabin by the river

Excellent cabin close to Palisades on the river and in the woods. Great for a couple, small family or group. Great for a winter or summer getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect little cottage for a weekend getaway.

Very easy check in and check out! Super clean and organized.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mollyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the sound of the river just outside. Peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Gem in N Tahoe

Stayed for 3 Nights with my son and best friend. Was a lovely spot on the river. Close to the lake and incredible hiking. Clean and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay! Small cottage, just what we were looking for. And the Truckee River is Right There!! Had my morning tea watching the sun rise over the trees and river every morning.Very clean and well cared for. The weather turned in us from summer warm to thunderstorms at night. We were warm & cozy listening to it. Great location - close to the river walk, rafting and Tahoe City. Yet not to close. Quiet peaceful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Great location and wonderful cottage!

Hans the property owner was an excellent communicator—he went above and beyond to answer my questions. There was record snowfall prior to our arrival and the snow removal and attention to the property was top notch. The bed was the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in for a vrbo. Highly recommend you book any of the properties Hans owns. We hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Wonderful Place

Loved it. Modernized and very comfortable, with enough “Old Tahoe” touches remaining to be great fun. Very responsive and conscientious hosts. Quiet and relaxing with the river next door. Never had a better Tahoe stay. Convenient location to all that Tahoe offers.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

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

Cottage

Any more than two people would be crowded!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

John R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on Truckee River .Cottage extremely dated.Could use bathroom upgrade to plumbing.And exterior sealing for bug prevention.Maybe add a sink for doing dishes.With some minor upgrades could really be good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

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

Perfect Location

You can’t beat this location for both beauty and convenience and not crazy crowded. We enjoyed 2 nights prior to the 4th of July and we were so glad we were staying here vs by the lake. It was quiet and convenient to restaurants. The Truckee River runs in the backyard and it’s so nice to sit by it for drinks and food. The 2 main rooms ( bedroom and family room) are ample size, modern and have everything you need. I will agree with other reviews that the bathroom could use an upgrade. The shower is extremely small but there is plenty of counter space. Hans, the owner, was very easy to work with and super communicative. He was staying in the area so we had a chance to chat with him. He was helpful with our biking path and restaurant questions. I definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alan K.

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

Old and no kitchen

This place has a grill, but doesn’t have a kitchen to prepare the food. Washing dishes or cooking anything else that’s not grill able is difficult. The bathroom is old and needs work. Lots of spiders inside and no thermostat to control the temperature, just a portable heater
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

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

Can’t wait to come back!

We had the best time! The location was perfect for getting to the mountain and Tahoe City. The cabin was adorable and exactly as described. It was the perfect getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hailey M.

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

Cute cottage

Cute old little cottage with a convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Collette W.

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

A weekend that we’llNe

This charming cottage is in a quiet and peaceful setting, surrounded by aspen trees and a front view seat of the Truckee River. It has that feeling of nature that immediately puts you at ease, at least it did for us. The cottage is a perfect place for a couple. Their second rental property allows you to invite loved ones and have plenty of space between the two properties. If you have a California fishing license, it’s just a few steps and you’re right on the river and we even caught fish! This was everything we were looking for when planning an elopement. Hans and Karen were kind enough to let us elope on the property, and we married on the lawn right in front of river. It was everything we could have hoped for and more for our special day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa H.

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

Beautiful surroundings

We truly enjoyed our stay here. Everything was clean, the host was responsive and the surroundings were beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Rustic & Cozy

Love the sound of the river. Very quite - none of the houses around us had anybody there when we were there. It was a very sweet anniversary for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Hans Wiest

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Hello and Welcome!

A little bit about us, we are life long Bay Area natives growing up across the street from each other in Oakland, CA. In the Bay Area we love hiking through Redwood Park in the Oakland Hills, wandering along the Embarcadero in SF, and exploring new restaurants in Berkeley. We are avid travelers with some of our favorite adventures being hiking the alps in Germany, crawling through the pyramids in Egypt, and taking a hot air balloon trip over the fairy chimneys in Turkey.

While we love the pace and the culture of the Bay Area, Squaw Valley is our oasis outside of the city. We love being able to share our little bit of paradise with you. We enjoy getting the day started with a pastry and coffee from Tahoe House Bakery, biking from the cottage down the Truckee River, Sunday Brunch at Sunnyside Restaurant on Lake Tahoe, and going to Little Truckee Ice Creamery on Donner Lake.

We hope that you enjoy your stay!

Hans & Karen

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English, German

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