A stay in one of Lake Tahoe's lakeside cabins may make you forget that it's known for its casinos. The 1,645-foot deep alpine lake, located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, is in both Nevada and California. Lakeside cottage lodging can include private piers, private beaches, exercise facilities, spas and ski packages. As a vacation destination, Lake Tahoe attracts visitors who enjoy its activities like skiing, hiking, gambling -- and enjoying the view from a lakeside cottage.
Camp Richardson Historic Resort & Marina is a year-round resort that offers lakefront cabins, 200 campsites and 100 RV sites on the south shore of Lake Tahoe. The 19 one- and two-bedroom lakeside cabins all have scenic views, gas fireplaces and kitchenettes. They sleep from two to eight guests. The Marina Duplex is closest to the marina and has two stories with upstairs loft sleeping. Amenities include the Mountain Sports Center with bike rentals and dining at the Beacon Bar & Grill. Pets are not allowed.
Camp Richardson Historic Resort & Marina
1900 Jameson Beach Road
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
530-542-6570
camprichardson.com/
The Franciscan Lakeside Lodge in Tahoe Vista, California offers lakeside cottages that are nestled among the pines just 75 yards from Lake Tahoe. The lodge, which also has suites and studio units, is three miles west of the Nevada border along the northern shore of Lake Tahoe. The lakeside cottages have fully equipped kitchens with a dishwasher and some have fireplaces. Each cabin has a furnished deck that faces the lake and pier. For skiing enthusiasts, ski packages are available with discounted lift tickets.
Franciscan Lakeside Lodge
6944 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
530-546-6300
franciscanlodge.com
The Two Morrows Cabin is a few blocks from Lake Tahoe in Tahoma, California. Located on the western shore of the lake, this pet- and family-friendly property comes equipped with a baby crib and can comfortably sleep eight adults and three children. The cabin is surrounded by a fragrant forest and the small front porch has a picnic table for outdoor dining. Interior features include a wood-burning fireplace, exposed brick and updated kitchen. The Two Morrows Cabin is within easy access to a beach and pier; in winter, it doubles as a ski cabin because of its proximity to cross-country and downhill skiing areas.
Two Morrows Tahoe Cabin
7160 4th Ave.
Tahoma, CA 96142
425-743-7836
twomorrowstahoecabin.com
