On lake.At this South Lake Tahoe cabin, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Fallen Leaf Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Glen Alpine Falls. Also, Mt. Tallac Trail is within 3 miles (5 km) and Washoe Meadows State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
The Shops at Heavenly Village - 20 min drive - 11.9 miles
Heavenly Ski Resort - 20 min drive - 12.0 miles
Getting around
Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Cascade Kitchens - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - 10 min drive
Lake Tahoe AleWorX - 10 min drive
Taco Bell - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly
The Cherry Leaf Lodge & Retreat on Fallen Leaf Lake
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
VHR Permit: 073623 Transient Occupancy Tax: 067512 Max occupancy: 2 Bedrooms: 1 Occupancy is limited during quiet hours between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
Romantic Cabin Escape Near Fallen Leaf Lake
Trade the hustle of everyday life for the peace and romance of the mountains at this charming, dog-friendly South Lake Tahoe cabin. Nestled among towering pines and just steps from Fallen Leaf Lake, this secluded retreat is the perfect hideaway for two. Inside, warm wood-paneled ceilings and rustic accents set the stage for cozy evenings together. Curl up on the sofa with a glass of wine as the wood-burning fireplace crackles, or enjoy a classic movie from the cabin’s collection. In the morning, sip coffee on the private deck as the sun filters through the trees, or fire up the gas grill for a dinner under the stars. With no WiFi, you’ll have the rare chance to truly unplug and focus on each other. The fully equipped kitchen makes preparing meals easy, whether it’s a hearty breakfast before a day on the trails or a romantic dinner for two.
Sleeping arrangements: Upstairs: Cozy queen bed + additional doubles Downstairs: Twin beds in the open living area
Spend your days walking hand-in-hand along lakeside trails, renting a boat for a serene afternoon on the water, or exploring nearby Lake Tahoe with kayaking, beachside picnics, and sunset strolls. Then return to your cabin retreat for quiet evenings, laughter over board games, and fireside relaxation. If you’re looking for a romantic escape with the perfect balance of seclusion and adventure, this Tahoe cabin is waiting for you.
***Please note that children 5 years of age and under do not count toward occupancy***
Things to Know Tahoe is home to many animals. You may experience bears, raccoons, mice, and other animals. Meadows are home to many rodents. When these areas are filled with water or snow, these animals move to homes in the area. You may see these animals in or near your home. With the remote location of this property, there is no internet or cable. There is a cell phone booster in the cabin so that people can still get service, but it is spotty. This is a property for people who want to disconnect from the outside world. Be sure to print out your home guide before arriving.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Dock details: This home is part of an HOA, giving it access to a dock that can be used to hang out on, but not for boats. Guests can walk downhill on the left of the cabin to Fallen Leaf Road, turn left, or south, and go about 100 yards. Lakeview is on the right side of the road, there are stairs and a green hand rail that go down to the L-shaped dock. There is also a long row of lockers.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 860 square feet
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
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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, a first aid kit, 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Cherry Leaf Lodge-dog-friendly Escape Lake Views Lake Access
Cherry Leaf Lodge-dog-friendly Escape Lake Views Lake Access
7326
Frequently asked questions
How close is Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly to the airport?
This cabin is 7.3 mi (20-min drive) away from the Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.
How close is Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly to the beach?
This cabin is 3.7 mi (16-min drive) from Kiva Beach and 4.5 mi (18-min drive) from Pope Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly offer free breakfast?
This cabin does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly?
No, there is no casino at this cabin, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (18-min drive) and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly?
Free parking is not available at this cabin.
Does Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly have a pool?
This cabin does not have a pool.
Does Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cabin.
How close is Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly to downtown South Lake Tahoe?
This cabin is 5.2 mi away from South Lake Tahoe.
Romantic Cabin Escape on Fallen Leaf Lake Dog Fiendly Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews
10 - Excellent
15
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
8 - Good
6
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 27 reviews
6 - Okay
4
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
4 - Poor
2
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
8.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Robert D., Kensington, CA
Oct 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Fallen Leaf Lake Cabin
For two people who wanted a base from which to go on day hikes and at which they could disconnect from work and the interweb, it was great. It's small (ideal for 2, not so good for a bigger group unless you want a lot of togetherness), but we had everything we needed other than a coffee maker (we took our own, so no problem). If you want to cook on the grill, take a meat thermometer for anything beyond burgers. There's a great trailhead nearby, and the store has basics. South Lake Tahoe is an easy drive for anything else.
Robert D.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
4/10 Poor
phaedra s.
Oct 10, 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dock under construction (no private lake access)
We booked this cabin specifically for its easy and private lake access. The listing features 5 pictures of the nearby dock and explicitly mentions how close it is to the cabin. However, when we walked down to the lake, the steps down to the dock were fenced off and the dock was under construction. This was a significant construction project, and, as part of an HOA, the owner was certainly aware of it. So why weren't we? Why hadn't the listing been updated? If this listing had the correct information we could have selected several other properties.
We tried to reach Vacasa, the property management company, several times with no luck, waiting on hold for more than 20 minutes. If you want to be walking distance to the lake, we don’t recommend staying here anytime soon. We’ve stayed in Tahoe for more than 20 years, dealing directly with owners (pretty sure VRBO used to stand for Vacation Rentals By Owner) and we’ve always had easy, pleasant experiences.
The cabin itself was fine for two people. There was plenty of dust and some questionably clean linens (stains, hair). The dishes were notably dirty. We could have dealt with all this but without the nearby lake access we came for, we left early.
phaedra s.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
4/10 Poor
Shelley L.
Sep 12, 2020
Sadly not happy.
This is my first negative experience with a home and I have been doing this for 10 years. Im not going to go into all the details but the one thing we were majorly disappointed in was the false advertising that we were not necessarily closer to the water than we thought but that we would have a dock to hang out on. Thats why I rented this place, thinking we would get to hang out, play in the water etc. There was no docks for the home. If there were I wouldn't know because we emailed the company and they never responded. In the pictures it makes you feel like its a part of the house, and its not. So be aware.
Shelley L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Anna B.
Aug 24, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Lake trip
We stayed at this lovely cabin for 3 night! We’re familiar with Fallen Leaf and have camped in area. The cabin was fantastic and we’d love to come again.
Anna B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tierney C., Reno, NV
Sep 18, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great, very relaxing and easy.
Loved it. It was our anniversary. The home was comfortable and relaxing.
Tierney C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia B., San Francisco Bay Area
Sep 18, 2018
Charming cottage with filtered lake views
Cherry Leaf Lodge delivered on our desire to find a charming cabin on a lake. The best part was sitting on the deck, reading a book, and watching the sun go down through the trees and over the lake. We appreciated the attention to detail to create a simple, cabin experience from another era, all the way down to the record player, but with key creature comforts of today. Our kids had a delightful time playing games in the living room. We planned ahead, as directed, and lived just fine without WiFi. Thank you!
Cynthia B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Sara Y.
Sep 4, 2018
Adorable Cozy Cabin
This is a perfect little cabin tucked away in the woods with a view of the lake from the living room and deck. There are a couple neighboring cabins close by, but overall great location to be off the beaten path. We could watch the sun set over the mountain every night with a beautiful view of the water. The inside is updated and clean. Our family enjoyed the DVD selection of romantic comedies, and a few kids movies, there is also a record player. We also had access to a private dock. I would suggest using google earth to find it though based on the pictures, property management had no specific directions on where it was located but we did manage to find it. There is no wifi or cell service. So this is a great place to unplug as a family! There is so much to do and explore in the area. We will definitely be back!