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Mountain Rustic Ski House Tahoe-Reno Mt Rose-Snow Resort 1.5 Miles
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Open Den with Double Bed
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Mountain Rustic Ski House Tahoe-Reno Mt Rose-Snow Resort 1.5 Miles
We have come Skiing from San Diego, CA to Mt Rose for many years and loved it. So, when we learned of the opportunity to buy this home so close to the Mt Rose Ski Resort, we jumped at it. This is a one of a kind Home hidden in the Mountains above Lake Tahoe off the Mt Rose Hwy 431 with views to Reno, a short distance up an unpaved road about 200 yards from Main Hwy and only 1.5 miles to Mt Rose Ski Area. At about 7600 feet, it is almost always a nice temperature on the hot Reno Summer Days. Besides being a wonderful vintage home, the views are incredible. Did I say the Views from this home are incredible. Well it is certainly worth mentioning more than once. This house was built in 1950 by the first Ski Area Developer in all of the Sierras. Everyone who lives in the area tells us that this is the best built house anywhere around. We love it and want to share it. The first renters said they loved it and felt like they were in a museum. I would not call this a Luxury Home, but a very comfortable place to stay. One really feels at home at our home in the mountains. The Home is located right next to Sky Tavern Ski Area, which the builder of this home also Built. There is so much history for the area and Ski resort. Sky Tavern was the first Ski resort in all of the Sierras. We Love to speak to future guests. During and right after winter storms you may need 4 wheel drive and/or chains to reach our parking area. There is parking available at the Sky Tavern parking below about 200 yards near the main highway where you can park and walk up. Our private road is not always cleared regularly after a large snow storm, and many of the people who live on the road ( just 10 houses) leave their cars below by the main highway during large storms. Situated halfway between Incline Village, Lake Tahoe and downtown Reno, NV is Sky Tavern. A unique mountain top community that’s surrounded by wilderness and is only 1.5 miles from Mount Rose Ski Area.
Our home is a comfortable and spacious home designed for those looking to enjoy a mountain home with easy access to skiing, hiking, mountain biking or everything Reno and Tahoe have to offer.
The home has a dramatic fireplace in the living room on the main level, along with the kitchen, master bedroom, a full bathroom, and a bedroom with a great Queen platform bed with the newest type memory foam Mattress.
Downstairs, you will find 2 bedrooms & the Den bedroom plus a full Bathroom.
The house is very comfortable but not “fancy”. Its warm and cozy during the winter and is the perfect home base for ski days at Mt Rose or exploring the greater Reno/Tahoe area.
The house is less than a 25 minute drive from Reno-Tahoe International Airport and downtown Reno. It’s 20 minutes to Incline Village and Lake Tahoe .
Also, our house is just a few blocks to what I feel is the best rental equipment store, MountainTop Sports. They rent Skis, Boards, sleds, clothes, and just about anything you will need for the winter at very fair prices. Also in the summer months they have rented out E-Bikes. Their phone number is 775-852-1300.
Our home is a comfortable and spacious home designed for those looking to enjoy a mountain home with easy access to skiing, hiking, mountain biking or everything Reno and Tahoe have to offer.
The home has a dramatic fireplace in the living room on the main level, along with the kitchen, master bedroom, a full bathroom, and a bedroom with a great Queen platform bed with the newest type memory foam Mattress.
Downstairs, you will find 2 bedrooms & the Den bedroom plus a full Bathroom.
The house is very comfortable but not “fancy”. Its warm and cozy during the winter and is the perfect home base for ski days at Mt Rose or exploring the greater Reno/Tahoe area.
The house is less than a 25 minute drive from Reno-Tahoe International Airport and downtown Reno. It’s 20 minutes to Incline Village and Lake Tahoe .
Also, our house is just a few blocks to what I feel is the best rental equipment store, MountainTop Sports. They rent Skis, Boards, sleds, clothes, and just about anything you will need for the winter at very fair prices. Also in the summer months they have rented out E-Bikes. Their phone number is 775-852-1300.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please only outside!
Important information
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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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Reno
Located in Reno, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park and Sand Harbor. Tahoe Institute for Natural Science and Diamond Peak Ski School are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Reno, NV
What's nearby
- Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Incline Beach - 24 min drive - 21.5 km
- Grand Sierra Resort Casino - 26 min drive - 37.2 km
- Sand Harbor - 29 min drive - 27.9 km
- Northstar California Resort - 45 min drive - 44.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Lodge | Coffee + Wine - 9 min drive
- Montreux Clubhouse - 17 min drive
- Timbers Bar at Mount Rose - 4 min drive
- Krispy Krunchy Chicken - 13 min drive
- Nevada Lynn Emporium - 26 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
3 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sonja K.
16 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Sonja K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristi M.
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
2 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeehae L.
14 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeehae L.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Lee S.
9 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Lee S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
George F.
1 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
George F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne T.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time in a beautiful area!
Jeanne T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Illimani F.
5 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Illimani F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joy GyuHyi L.
16 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay!
Joy GyuHyi L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
6 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved!
Amanda C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura Lee E.
16 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Laura Lee E.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ken J.
20 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome rental
Ken J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
17 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Laura B.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Staci L.
2 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property, fantastic stay!
Staci L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie R.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic Ski House
Debbie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly A.
14 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat in the mountains near Mt. Rose
Kelly A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rodney M.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Skiiing
Rodney M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura H.
25 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
snow weeken
Laura H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
15 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic and relaxing
Michael S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica K.
29 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
XMas Holiday Stay
Jessica K.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah C.
16 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views
Sarah C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James K.
28 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun family stay in the snow
James K.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom C.
20 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you!
Tom C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Frank K.
11 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun in the snow
Frank K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
About the host
Hosted by I. Mark Hoffing
I am a Retired Realtor and Attorney in San Diego. I have loved Skiing for over 50 years. We have been coming to Mt Rose Ski Area all the way from San Diego, CA for over 20 years. We had the wonderful opportunity to purchase this Rustic Mountain Home just around the curve from the Ski Area. We want to share our good fortune with You.
Why they chose this property
So comfortable Like Camping in the middle of the forest, but just a 300 hundred yards off the main highway and 200 yards on a private road. It is like stepping back a little in time and having all the comforts of home in the forest. Enjoy the forest, hiking, mountain bike riding, Skiing, Snowboarding, & Sledding, right outside of our home. Please note: If you inquire but do not make a payment, your dates remain open and not reserved.
What makes this property unique
One Renter said he felt like he was in a Museum. It is a lot like going back to the 1950's & 1960's in the decor. And the View is to die for.
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