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Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring McKinney Estates

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Beach
Exterior
Smart TV
Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Tahoma, CA
  • Place, Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Tahoma
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Bay State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Homewood

McKinney Estates stay.Your stay at this McKinney Estates vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park and Tahoe Maritime Museum. Also, Hellman-Ehrman Mansion is within 3 miles (5 km) and Meeks Bay Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • beach near Tahoma - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Emerald Bay State Park - 17 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Palisades Tahoe - 34 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Heavenly Gondola - 41 min drive - 29.7 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 34 min drive
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shadyside Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sunnyside - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant Tahoe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪West Shore Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fire Sign Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma

Amazing location for every season! Minutes to beaches, bike trails, ski resorts, or for those off road enthusiasts the beginning of Rubicon Trail is just up the road.

This large remodeled home features four bedrooms and sits in a quiet neighborhood in Homewood. Step into a beautifully appointed living room with large, wood burning fireplace and high vaulted ceilings connected to the open loft. Adjacent is the dining room and updated kitchen with space for families to cook together, walk out to the back deck and find the hot tub below the pines. This main floor includes a queen bedroom, bathroom, and laundry/mud room leading to the garage. Please note this home is not equipped with shades or other window coverings.

The second level has a open loft family room with ample space to relax, the primary king ensuite, two queen bedrooms, and bathroom.

Features:
* Hot Tub
* Fireplace
* Dog Friendly
* Garage parking for one car

Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom 1: King Ensuite
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Queen
Bedroom 4: Queen (Lower level)

Pet Friendly:
Maximum number of dogs allowed is 2, additional fees apply per dog.

Parking:
Parking is available for 3 cars total. One car in the garage and 2 in the driveway. No street parking per county ordinance.
Prepare for mountain or winter weather driving in winter months. This may mean Four wheel drive with snow tires or chains. Check weather or road reports. AWD and 4WD necessary to get up the mountain roads and some driveways in the winter months.

Other things to Note:
* Renters must be 25+
* This is a non-smoking home.
* Maximum Occupancy per county ordinance is 8 adults.
* Use of the BBQ and outdoor furniture is not guaranteed in winter months, due to limited access.
* Like most homes/condos in Tahoe, this one does not have Air Conditioning. There will be fans available for your use!
* Your safety matters. This property ,may features exterior security cameras. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras will continuously record video and sound while guests are in residence.

**Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of electronically signed Rental Agreement within 48 hours of booking the reservation**

TOT Certificate #: 82930
Permit #STR22-7617

**Available for 2027 ski lease starting as early as January 8, 2027. $6,960 per month for rent, garbage, internet and driveway snow removal. Review the application on our Ski Lease tab of the Tahoe Rental Company website. Online booking is not available, so please review the ski lease tab, then contact us for more information to determine the next steps to ski or ride like a local this season!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

906398

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.7 mi (43-min drive) away from the Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi (6-min drive) from Meeks Bay Beach and 11.4 mi (26-min drive) from Calawee Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma to downtown Homewood?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Homewood.

Rubicon Adventure Lodge in Tahoma Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyle K.

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

Friends Trip for New Years Eve

The cabin was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shere D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Wonderful floorplan. Awesome location and very nice neighbors! Management staff was wonderful and very responsive to questions. We will be booking this house again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Wonderful house; beautiful vacation

Check-in, technology, amenities were new and in great order. House was very clean and owners were wonderful to deal with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria N.

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

Wedding weekend

The house was wonderful. Very clean except the sheets in the master bedroom had dog hair all over them so we changed them. We wish we could have enjoyed the place a bit more, but we were there for our daughter’s wedding and so we were very busy elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gigi G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Summer Family Fun

The location was great, but that was about it. The bed sheets were old and the master comforter was torn. Pillows were also old and needed to be replaced. None of the windows had curtains or shades or anything- so nobody could sleep in. Literally no privacy in the bedrooms. When we arrived we couldn’t get in, as we didn’t realize there were 3 lock boxes. Had to wait an hour for a call back from rental manager to get in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sandeep C.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

2023 NY Tahoma

The overall property was good. Check in process would have been better. The driveway was completely iced up and slippery when we arrived. Had to spend 1 hour in the cold shoveling snow and removing ice so that I could park my car safely.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Beautiful Home in a Fabulous Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I spent an amazing week in this beautiful house. It was very spacious and everyone had plenty of room to relax and enjoy. When we were not out playing in the lake, hiking or exploring the surrounding areas, most of our time was out on the deck (which is lovely), cooking in the well appointed kitchen and enjoying the hot tub.We did have quite a bit of bear activity. A few walked right through the yard and one even came up to the kitchen window (just a bit unnerving) to see what was cooking.Overall, it was a great experience and we would like to visit this house again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nardine R.

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

spacious and spotless ski house

The home is beautiful and recently remodeled with impeccable kitchen and bathrooms. Heater worked well to keep the house warm. Five stars overall with the following suggestions for improvement: —king bed in master bedroom is sinking. We had to move to the downstairs bedroom after a sleepless night there —one bed in upstairs bedroom had not had sheets changed from the prior guest —back door to the hot tub cannot be left unlocked and we locked ourselves out when using the hot tub (thankfully averted disaster by locking the front door) One of the wonderful things about this home is the quiet neighborhood and that it’s across the street from a large forest that was wonderful to explore and play in during the winter for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

James M.

Tahoma Presidents Weekend 2023

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Outside the home was great. I was not impressed with the home. The home did not have any window treatments at all on the windows. It felt uneasy without even a curtain to close. There was a leak of melting snow over the kitchen countertop that constantly leaked water. A lot of the receptacles in the kitchen did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Beautiful Home in a Fabulous Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I spent an amazing week in this beautiful house. It was very spacious and everyone had plenty of room to relax and enjoy. When we were not out playing in the lake, hiking or exploring the surrounding areas, most of our time was out on the deck (which is lovely), cooking in the well appointed kitchen and enjoying the hot tub.We did have quite a bit of bear activity. A few walked right through the yard and one even came up to the kitchen window (just a bit unnerving) to see what was cooking.Overall, it was a great experience and we would like to visit this house again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Beautiful Home in a Fabulous Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I spent an amazing week in this beautiful house. It was very spacious and everyone had plenty of room to relax and enjoy. When we were not out playing in the lake, hiking or exploring the surrounding areas, most of our time was out on the deck (which is lovely), cooking in the well appointed kitchen and enjoying the hot tub.We did have quite a bit of bear activity. A few walked right through the yard and one even came up to the kitchen window (just a bit unnerving) to see what was cooking.Overall, it was a great experience and we would like to visit this house again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Beautiful cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice cabin in a pretty, quiet neighborhood not far from the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Great home, easy communication

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is great. Lockbox access. Be aware that Tahoma neighborhoods can be unplowed (This is clearly stated by rental company). We had a lovely stay with a group of friends. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neha B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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