An Unforgettable Birthday & Retirement Celebration!…read more Granlibakken Resort made my birthday and retirement celebration more special than I could have ever imagined. This was a surprise weekend planned by my family, and from the moment we arrived, the experience was absolutely wonderful. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. Mimi, Anika, and Joshua at the front desk greeted us with kindness and made sure our needs were taken care of. Adrian and Julio in the dining area were so friendly and attentive, helping make each meal an enjoyable experience. A special thank you to Max, who worked with my daughter and nieces behind the scenes to help coordinate the surprise party and make everything come together so beautifully. Your kindness and effort meant so much to our family. The resort itself is breathtaking. The grounds blend naturally with the Tahoe forest, surrounded by beautiful landscaping, garden flowers, and peaceful wooded scenery. The cabin-style buildings fit perfectly into the environment. It truly feels like you're camping in the wilderness--but with all the comforts and charm of a cozy resort. Our room was very clean, comfortable, and inviting. The furniture and décor created a warm, relaxing atmosphere that made it easy to feel at home during our stay. The pool area was wonderful for families. There was a great swimming pool, a kiddie pool for the little ones, and a spacious hot tub where everyone could relax and enjoy time together. It was a perfect place for children and adults alike to make memories. The breakfast buffet was delicious! Everything was fresh, hot, and prepared perfectly. It was a wonderful way to start each day. Our retirement and birthday celebration was held in a beautiful event room with a gorgeous fireplace and a large outdoor area where the children could play freely and happily. Watching our family laugh, celebrate, and enjoy each other's company made the day incredibly meaningful. I enjoyed my four-day stay at Granlibakken, and every moment was memorable. The peaceful surroundings, amazing staff, comfortable accommodations, and attention to detail made this one of the most special weekends of my life. Some vacations are enjoyable, but this one became a treasured family memory that I will carry with me forever. Thank you, Granlibakken Resort, for helping make my birthday and retirement celebration so unforgettable. I absolutely loved my stay and would highly recommend Granlibakken Resort to anyone looking for a beautiful Tahoe getaway, a family vacation, or a special place to celebrate life's important moments. I can't wait to return!

The service is less than non existent: it is purposefully indifferent. The staff takes every…read morerequest for basic service with a shrug and answer of 'maybe, but probably not'. We called multiple times to request an early check-in so that we could attend our niece's rehearsal dinner. The request was never noted and the room was not ready. The staff promised to call when the room was ready, but failed to do so. We ended up being late. The hotel itself is like a bad Monet painting: very pretty from a distance, but uglier the closer you get. The signs of willful neglect are everywhere from poorly flushing toilets, old uncomfortable mattresses, chipped bathroom floors, and non-functioning irons. The only shining moment was that the iron was replaced, but mostly because of our agitation. So, there's that. It combines the disinterested service of a French restaurant with the quality of Chili's on a Sunday afternoon.

Watched The Super Mario Galaxy Movie here on a Thursday afternoon. There were a few parties ahead…read moreof us for buying tickets and concessions but we were all taken care of quickly. Pros: + independent one-screen theater is intimate and lovely + great popcorn with generous butter on top + comfortable seats and well taken care of facilities + family oriented with lots of kids + great location across the street from Lake Tahoe + friendly staff who are efficient and know a lot of locals! It was a bit pricey but it is Tahoe and it's great to support a local business.

Super fun little theater located in Tahoe city !Great vibes and good beer selection .read more

What an epic place to stay all around. Location, price, the amenities on site…read more This place was like we were in a movie. Spent 4 days here for my buddy's bachelor party and it was like we were in the set of a movie like hangover as far as how nice the place is inside. Multiple tvs, two hot tubs. Outdoor rooftop patio amd BBQ chill area. Rolling projector screen. Awesome sound system that can be played through the entire property and independent volume controls. The pool table and fully stocked bar. Multiple bathrooms and the kitchen evrything is top notch quality. Like brand new inside. Multiple wet bars with ice dispensers and Multiple dishwashers. Laundry on site. New washer and dryer too. Can't forget the workout spot with some weights and what not. The view from the entire property. This place is worth it!! Book today. ​

Amazing space! We watched the football games there--very comfy, with a projector and surround…read moresound. Tiffany went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time, and all the staff was great. It's a great space to host an event.

We had a "forest party" rehearsal dinner in Homewood, CA with eats supplied by Mountain Magic. The…read morefood was excellent - trip tip, chicken with mole sauce, salads (green salad dressing got raves!) for the first 20 family members and then appetizers (small turkey sandwiches - raves) and deserts (everyone raved about the lemon squares!) for the 60 attending after the initial dinner. It was a convoluted request of menus that they followed to a tea! All pluses here! +excellent food! -Sauces were so good! +Friendly and helpful correspondence - Martha and Peter -thumbs up! +Prompt and on time +Helpful with our budget +Loaned us serving equipment They were so nice, we would have loved for them to stay for a beer or two!

I can not in good faith recommend Mountain Magic Catering. I was very disappointed with how Peter,…read morethe owner, handled a change to our event. Due to serious family health circumstances, we had to downsize our wedding to a smaller family gathering of about 1/2 the size of our wedding. We did not cancel our event, in fact it was still held on the same date, at the same time, and at the same location. Unfortunately, Peter would not accommodate our smaller event or refund any portion of our $700 deposit. We were told there was a 75 person minimum, even though this was never discussed verbally or by email before we paid our deposit and there was nothing in writing of this requirement anywhere in our catering paperwork. This was especially surprising because their website referenced smaller gatherings and family reunions. I felt there should have been some willingness to work with us under the circumstances and especially since we didn't even cancel. The only thing mentioned was our deposit would be nonrefundable if cancelled. Other vendors involved with our event were willing to make adjustments, which made this experience particularly disappointing. If you plan to use this caterer, I strongly recommend getting everything in writing, including minimum guest requirements, deposit policies, and exactly what happens if your event needs to be changed. Based on my experience, Peter was very difficult to work with when our circumstances changed and showed little flexibility. Unfortunately, I felt the way our situation was handled was unfair and unprofessional.

Stunning venue for a friends and family reunion!! Gorgeous views with luxurious accommodations…read moreincluding an outdoor bar, sauna, and a pool that was perfect for the kids! We took advantage of nearby hiking and biking trails, shopped in the cute town of Truckee, and just overall had a wonderful trip, thanks to this beautiful Austin Ridge property! Owner was super responsive and helpful: couldn't be happier!

This Beautiful Venue offers some of the most stunning Views, in the World. The Resort Venue is…read moreFirst Class in every way imaginable. From the snow capped mountains, the beautiful forest environment, and environmentally friendly architecture. Highly, highly recommend for your Wedding or Event!

This is such a cool little outdoor church, I love that it is outside it is a reminder that your…read morerelationship with Christ has nothing to do with a building, and a reminder that your faith is in you and you take it anywhere you go. I think this church is real cool to feel nature around you and the peace that is on the property.

First it is NOT a CAFE, it is a restaurant - so think past the desperate need of rebranding that…read moreturns away a lot of people because they think it is a cafe and not a restaurant. If you want to go to a cafe go to Tahoe house for quality coffee and food (plus organic milk!). If you want to sit down, have a great view and amazing food with an in-house sommelier on the West Shore come here. We've been going to the West Shore (restaurant) since it opened and it is great. The staff has also always been accommodating even when we have brought our kids. To the owners: highly recommend dropping the cafe in the name. I have had to tell a lot of people that you're a restaurant and not a small coffee shop. I'm sure you've lost a lot of potential customers who were looking for a local restaurant and end up at Chambers instead.

Very nice location…read more You know you're at a cool restaurant when you have people pulling up on their boat to the dock for a reservation they made for dinner. That actually doesn't sound like a bad idea the next time we come here...West Shore Cafe was pretty good. There were 5 of us so we all ordered a ton of food(see pics). Service was on point and food for the most part was good but there was one item lacking and that was the Truffle Fries. Normally one thing wouldn't bother us so much but a lot of of us are potato connoisseur and especially love Truffle. So the fact that the flavor was absent in the fries was a little of a let down. Easy fix though. I would just add more Truffle Oil or whatever Truffle ingredient you add to the fries. Aside from that, all of us had a really good time and definitely would come back.

I just rented 6 white tables and 32 chairs from Genny and Dane, new owers of the Venue. I had them…read moredelivered and picked up for a fee and it could NOT have been easier. Both of them showed up (right on time!) and were so friendly and professional. They carried everything to the back yard. The equipement was all in good condition and attractive. They both came back the next day on time (texting me first), picked everything up and away they went. Great experience. I will rent with them again and keep watching their website for the further development of their venue, conveniently located next to the Atlantis.

We recently joined as Young Entrepreneurs in a craft fair at The Venue. Such a convenient location…read moreon Virginia street with plenty of parking. Well sized venue and the opportunity to really decorate the space to accommodate theming or needs for a gathering.

Great day-excursion for any Ritz Carlton guests who want to have a lake experience…read more Experience: all-inclusive experience that includes full access to the lake house which includes kayaks, paddle boards, jacuzzi, inside/outside lounge spaces, and food (snacks & lunch) and non-schoolchildren drinks. Alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Cost: $199/person, all inclusive (except alcohol) Environment: two-story house with around 50 lounge chairs and a couple conversation areas including some indoor areas with TVs. Staff: Jones, TJ, and Chef Angel were the best! Always attentive and able to help with anything. Chef made us an amazing vegetarian lunch consisting of a beyond burger and roasted veggies. Almost all the snacks were vegetarian/vegan. Verdict: Absolute must for all Ritz Carlton guests! Service was great, food was amazing, and the experience was unrivaled. Enjoy the lake without staying at the lake. Tips #1: Marriott ambassadors can get a 10% discount. Tip #2: there are limited spaces, so reserve early Tip #3: there is a free shuttle to/from the Ritz or you can drive Tip #4: leave on the 9:30 shuttle and arrive first to get a great spot for the day (lounge chair areas) Tip #5: pre-purchase a bottle of champagne so it's on ice at the lake house, ready for you to enjoy Next Time: would definitely visit again. Worth the money for an all-day experience!

Our experience at the Lake House was excellent, but we were totally unprepared to find out the…read moreprice was $500 per person per day. You pretty much pay for the use of house facilities, including lounge chairs, some water sports, food and nonalcoholic drinks. The house was pretty amazing and the shuttle service was excellent but it was extremely overpriced.

Just another wonderful visit at The Cottage Inn. The cabins are cute, clean, and well cared for…read more The grounds are immaculate and beautiful will native flowers and a relaxing water feature. Wonderful breakfast and private beach access is nice. You'll also meet some of the nicest folks who stay there. Chat over a glass of wine for the best places to eat or visit.

June 2026; This was our third stay at Cottage Inn and first time with "new" owner Kelly & Co,…read more Some changes since covid days but still an excellent visit. Owner Kelly is friendly and personal, available on the property. Staff is helpful and friendly too. We love the location near our son who lives on the hill above Cottage Inn. Every time we pick a different room to experience with interesting decor, however our least favorite have the animal heads looking at you in bed! (: The setting and location are from a by gone (nostalgia) era which we love plus modern upgrades. The breakfasts are delicious, delivered to our room but we also enjoyed when there was a "communal buffet" in the main building where folks gathered to chat. We love the staff's efforts to be more "sustainable " but we were a bit disappointed that the breakfast was delivered with plastic and so much disposable wrappings. Reusable containers would be best. The Beach and surrounding are beautiful and well kept. Love the trees!