Timberlight

Timberlight feels like the kind of Tahoe house you want waiting after a full day outside: warm, easygoing, and wrapped in pines. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath South Lake Tahoe retreat gives the group 1,724 square feet to settle into, with an open mountain-modern interior, a broad deck for time outside, and tall trees framing the property in every direction.

The main living space makes an immediate impression with vaulted wood-plank ceilings, crisp white beams, oversized windows, and a brick fireplace that anchors the room without weighing it down. Deep sofas give everyone room to gather around the TV, while the dining area stays connected to both the living room and kitchen so meals never feel separated from the rest of the group. In the kitchen, dark cabinetry, bright counters, stainless steel appliances, a generous island, and plenty of prep space make it easy to handle everything from quick breakfasts before the mountain to a full dinner back at home. In-home laundry adds another practical touch for longer stays, snow days, and repeat trips to the lake.

Three bedrooms and two bathrooms give families or groups a comfortable place to recharge when the day winds down. The single-level layout keeps everything easy to navigate, while the home's generous footprint gives different parts of the group enough room to settle in without feeling disconnected.

Outside, the deck turns the surrounding pines into part of the stay. Adirondack chairs are ready for morning coffee or a slower evening under the trees, while an outdoor dining table makes it easy to carry meals into the fresh air. Fire up the grill after a day at the lake, stay outside as the sky shifts through the branches, or simply let the wooded setting do the work when nobody feels like making another plan. With more than 10,000 square feet of property around the home, there's a sense of breathing room that feels especially good after a busy Tahoe day.

From this South Lake Tahoe base, the trip can shift easily between mountain and lake days. The trail network behind the property puts hiking and mountain biking especially close, with High Meadow and Cold Creek among the nearby routes for forest scenery, creekside stretches, and open mountain views. More ambitious hikers can continue deeper into the backcountry toward Star Lake and Freel Peak, while Van Sickle Bi-State Park adds another popular option nearby. When the day calls for something different, head toward Heavenly for skiing, gondola rides, and village dining, spend warmer afternoons by the lake, or make your way toward Stateline for restaurants, shops, and entertainment. Whether the plan is first chair, a morning on the trails, or a long summer afternoon by the water, Timberlight makes it easy to experience both sides of Tahoe.

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we're at your service!

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. Winter sports enthusiasts love to conquer 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: Heavenly Mountain Resort, The Shops at Heavenly Village, Lakeside Beach, El Dorado Beach, Zephyr Cove Resort, Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, Camp Richardson, Emerald Bay State Park, Baldwin Beach, and Lake Tahoe Boulevard restaurants and cafés.

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All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.