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Escape to a secluded cabin nestled by a flowing river in a dense forest.
Cozy room with a dining table, kitchenette, and window overlooking the outdoors.
Escape to a serene cabin surrounded by lush trees and a nearby stream.
Situated in a forested area, this cabin features a single window with shutters, a small porch and barbecue grill.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, bedside table, and window with a view.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Tahoe City, CA
  • Spa at Everline
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • The Links at Everline Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Palisades Tahoe
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tahoe City

On river.Within a 5-minute walk of this Tahoe City cottage, you'll find Tahoe National Forest and Truckee River. Olympic Valley Park and Spa at Everline are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Olympic Valley Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Spa at Everline - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Links at Everline Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • North Tahoe Regional Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Palisades Tahoe - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildflour Baking Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Chalet - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KT Base Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Bar - ‬6 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.

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

Property manager

Hans Wiest

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • 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
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Riverfront Cottage 10 Minutes From Squaw Valley Cottage
Riverfront Cottage 10 Minutes From Squaw Valley Tahoe City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe to the airport?

This cottage is 13.3 mi (17-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe to the beach?

This cottage is 14.3 mi (23-min drive) from Moon Dunes Beach and 14.8 mi (19-min drive) from West End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Crystal Bay Casino (28-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (28-min drive) are nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Riverfront Cottage 5 Minutes from Palisades Tahoe 10 minutes to Lake Tahoe to downtown Tahoe City?

This cottage is 3.9 mi away from Tahoe City.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

6/10 Okay

John R., Simi Valley, CA

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

8/10 Good

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

cottage stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

Mollyanne

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Todd B., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R., Rochester NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little cottage for a weekend getaway.

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

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Hailey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

Collette W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness

Darling Place on the River

We loved our stay at the cottage. All was nice and easy. Thank you for provide a cozy spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Room for improvement.

With very little work this place could be top notch. If they did it and left the price the same, vacancy would go to 0.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene Storybook Setting

My husband and I loved the cottage and wished we could’ve stayed longer. The sound of the river is so peaceful, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Criselda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonja D.

Liked: Cleanliness

River sound is amazing

Getting away in Tahoe is always a treat. The sounds of the Truckee River was heavenly while sleeping. The cabin was Adorable and older. I didn't anticipate all the other cabins and homes around this one. It was a surprising treat that it was quiet! Not as much space around the cabin as I had thought but it served it's purpose! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Luis R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

The scenery was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022