Some corners of Lake Tahoe still feel like the Tahoe of old postcards, and Meeks Bay is one of them. Set among the pines on the lake's quiet West Shore, Meeks Bay Chalet puts you a short walk from one of Tahoe's most loved crescent beaches, with a boat dock and buoy on the water below the house and Emerald Bay about 15 minutes down the road.
Inside, the cabin is exactly what you hope for. Warm wood runs from floor to vaulted ceiling, and big windows pull the lake and the trees into the room. The open layout keeps everyone together, with a comfy living area for movie nights and a dining table that seats 8 for long dinners after a day outside. The kitchen sits right in the middle of it all, so the cook never misses the conversation.
Four bedrooms and three full bathrooms give a group room to spread out. Two kings anchor the lineup, a queen room offers a quiet retreat, a room with two twins works well for kids or friends, and a full bed in the extra space handles one more. Bring your boat along: a mooring buoy sits directly in front of the house for your use during the stay, and a shared dock makes it easy to climb aboard or slip in for a swim.
The deck is where this home earns its keep. There's an outdoor lounge and a dining setup for al fresco meals, a BBQ for grill nights, and a hot tub for soaking under the pines once the sun drops behind the peaks. A picnic table near the water rounds out lazy afternoons by the shore.
From the front door, the West Shore is yours. Walk to Meeks Bay's sandy beach and calm swimming water, or pick up the Meeks Bay Trailhead into Desolation Wilderness for a proper hike. Sugar Pine Point State Park and the historic Ehrman Mansion are five minutes away, D.L. Bliss and the Rubicon Trail a little farther south, and Emerald Bay's famous overlook beyond that. In winter, Homewood Mountain Resort is about 10 minutes north, with Tahoe City's restaurants and shops around 20 minutes and the energy of South Lake Tahoe roughly half an hour away when you want it.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we're at your fingertips via concierge@avantstay.com.
Situated in the snowy Sierra Nevada Mountain range straddling the border between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe offers stunning panoramic scenery and year-round adventure. Visitors flock here especially to ski and snowboard on dramatic slopes that seem to fall into the abyss of the lake's cobalt blue water. Whether you're looking for a day in the mountains or a booze cruise on the lake, you can have it all in Tahoe.
Local Attractions: Chamberlands Beach & Mountain Club, Chambers Landing Bar & Grill (American), Meeks Bay Marina and Beach, Rubicon Trail (Hiking and Biking), Palisades Tahoe, Eagle Falls Trail (Hiking), Lighthouse Spa, Homewood Ski Resort, Inspiration Point Vista (Lookout Point).
Home Truths:
•Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
•Please note this property comes equipped with a Pack'n'Play and High chair.
•The dock is shared 50/50 with the neighboring property and is for boarding boats and swimming only. Please do not set up chairs or spend extended time on the dock.
Parking Details:
•Enjoy 3 dedicated parking spaces on-site.
All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.
STR Permit: 073202