5 stars really isn't enough! We rented the Tunnel Creek Lodge in September for my daughter's…read morewedding party to stay. She preferred a house as opposed to the Hyatt. Things could not have been more perfect! When my husband and I first stepped foot on the property and then into the house, we knew this was the place we wanted. We wish we could have held the entire wedding and reception there! Everyone was wowed by the beauty of Tahoe (for most, it was their first visit) and the home and property is just stunning. The furnishings and décor are top of the line. They have everything you can need. There is so much to do, too in close proximity. We definitely plan on renting the Tunnel Creek in the future for other family events. Thank you, Craig and Liz! Your home is one of the many jewels of Tahoe.

Wish they had 6 stars, because we would definitely give this spectacular home, lodge, them, for…read moresure! Amazing views, actually views from every room of the lodge. The pictures on the website don't come close to doing the place justice! Horseshoes, check, billboards, check, hiking, check, mt bike riding, check, cafe' (with good food, right below lodge), check, piped music outside on every plateau, etc. I could go n and on, but just take my word for it, don't miss out on renting this place, and, oh, bring lots if friends ;-) one word, EPIC!!!!

Great cabin in a great location across the street from the lake. Nice and well kept up, owners are…read moreresponsive and on top of things. I definitely recommend renting here.

My sisters and I decided on this place- based off the location and convenience of being next to the…read morelake and shops for our kids. We definitely loved the open space, the furnishings felt like we weren't in California (Loved) and most of all- we loved the "Home away from Home" vibes. It was worth the trip and we will be returning for the summer. Thumbs all the way up!!

Beautiful cottages On the lake front street of homewood…read more Beautiful location Inside was fabulous , up to date With all directives for a delightful stay

If you're expecting what is posted on their website, you will be disappointed. We were a bit…read moreconcerned upon our arrival as the place looked deserted. No host present at any time during our stay and no other guests (not counting the man who came and went at odd hours). The cottage could use some upkeep and a good cleaning...multiple lights burnt out, shower glass was extremely dirty, one wash cloth for two guests, soap dispensers all empty. One bedroom TV didn't work, dishwasher was hard to open due the bottom cabinet trim being out of place. On the second day I notified the management company that a bear had been through the property leaving debris scattered throughout. The reply was I'll come by tomorrow and clean it up. The debris was still there when we left two days later. On the second night we noticed a man arrive late and go into a cottage, he left early the next day. He arrived again around 11pm on the third night, blasting an air horn outside our bedroom window in an attempt to scare the bears (Mom and cub) away from his car. Again, I called the management company who stated no staff or guests other than us were present. No concern on their part, "What do you want me to do?". I got a lecture on bears even though I shared that I had owned a home in Tahoma for many years, I am very familiar with bear behavior. And although my car was damaged by the bears, the bears weren't the issue. I received a survey several days after returning home and recounted our experience and disappointment in what should have been a very pleasant stay. At the end of the survey I was prompted to request a call regarding my experience, responding yes. Never heard from anyone.

We got snowed out and the roads were closed. Cal Trans and Tahoe Authorities urged people to stay…read morehome. So we tried canceling and of course the mgr gave us this bs about "you should have paid for the insurance". Sorry Charlie. Didn't even offer a credit for future dates. I will never do business with these folks again. All u have do is look at previous yelp reviews w same issues w the same person. I would stay away from these folks. They took $1500 of our $$. Just my 2 cents! Back at Tim G. Folks dont drink the cool aid this guy is peddling. Definitely get the insurance if you book here because they definitely WONT work with you even if its an ACT OF GOD situation. This guy is trying to make it seem like it was just a simple snow day weekend. The fact is ALL hwy 80 was closed, hwy 50 closed the majority of the time. All the lifts were closed (but according to mr Tim the lower lifts were open and everyone had such a nice SNOW DAY! Go back and look at the news articles and see the facts for yourself. Tim here is gonna reply w some sugar on top to refute my comments. Again go google lake tahoe for the weekend of 03/01/24 and see all the weather reports for yourself! Bottom line is these folks wont work with you so get the insurance. Tim no need to reply cuz everyone can see through your business only approach!

There is nothing particularly bad about this place, and the staff is very nice and helpful. But it…read moreis very run down. The microwave and oven no longer have any legible markings for the buttons and knobs, the kitchen pans/utensils are very cheap and hard to cook with, the bathrooms have no towel hooks, and the arrangement of the rooms/kitchen is awkward. This is our second time staying here and I'm not sure we will be coming back. It is also priced higher due to location to the Heavenly gondola, but other than location convenience there are better condo deals in the area with more upgraded features for around the same price.

parking is free mid-week, but reservations are required on weekends and some holidays...free…read moreweekend reservations are very limited and requires advanced planning...every tuesday between 12pm and 7pm, free parking reservations becomes available and free parking reservation for 4+ carpool...if nothing is available, you pay $30 for regular parking reservation...it's little confusing and haven't found any free parking available when i needed to go, and i end up just paying the $30 online each time... usually come to the village on weekends for daughter's ski school...drop the kids off at ski school at 8:30am and head to coffeebar to get some coffee...sip and relax...walk around the village and browse the various shops for clothing and gear...at 11:30am, start checking out the various restaurants....there are many options from a simple pretzel dog at euro snack...some tasty mexican at tremigo...rocker, 22 and fireside are probably the 3 sit-down restaurants with a good variety of food for an entire family...all 3 are decent...the worst food options are probably in the lodge...oh! burger and oishi ramen were pretty disappointing...the village doesn't compare to vail or aspen, but it is probably one of the nicer villages in the tahoe area...all the basics are available for parents to eat, rest and browse while they wait to pick up their kids from ski school which ends at 3:30pm...or, the hardcore parents that come every weekend for kid's ski team...

I stayed here from June 2-7, immediately following the closure of the winter season. Consequently,…read morethere was a significant amount of updating and construction occurring, with many amenities closed. I acknowledge that my experience would likely differ during the winter season. During my stay, the low number of guests meant I did not need to make reservations at restaurants or wait anywhere, which was a positive aspect despite the overall quietness. I am rating this place 3 stars for the following reasons: Pros: -Convenient location for transit to Tahoe City or Truckee, with free and direct routes. -Excellent sales at clothing shops due to clearance of winter inventory. Outstanding customer service; the team was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. -Very affordable pricing; I paid approximately $170 per night for a one-bedroom studio. -Rooms were equipped with a fridge and microwave. -Several food options in the village, although availability varied by day. -The sauna was excellent. Cons: -The gym was subpar, with free weights only up to 40 lbs and both the stationary bike and treadmill out of service. The only notable equipment was the cable machine and elliptical. -The hot tub was closed. -The tram was closed. -Several restaurants were closed for renovation. -Rideshare services to Tahoe City or Truckee were expensive, costing around $30+ each way. Overall, the emptiness during this period was a highlight. However, the timing of my stay coincided with the off-season, during which the facility undertook extensive renovations. This undoubtedly influenced my experience.

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!

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.

It was located within walking distance to food, entertainment, and shopping…read more The room itself was cozy and clean. There was an array of items available such as silverware, glassware, and a coffee pot (bring your own). There was a slight hiccup upon my arrival but Jen and staff were able to rectify the situation immediately! I would definitely stay here again!

First, like many lodging choices on this side of the street, the lodge is old. They renovated the…read moreinside, but it has that patched, renovated feel inside, certainly not professionally done or polished looking. I laughed at the password key system. Though clean, entering the room we were flooded by a perfume smell that lasted for the stay. Watch for the 1 hour cancelation policy after reserving. Yes, you have 1 hour only. They have a very extensive do's and don'ts list for the residents. Why? I appreciate the heads up, but it certainly raises questions why it's necessary and requiring multiple consents when booking. Past negative experiences? They also strongly encourage buying vacation insurance. Factor that added cost when considering this choice.

We rented the private cabin with Franciscan Lakeside Lodge for 3 days and 2 nights…read more Customer Service: 5/5 Experience: 5/5 Room: 4/5 We loved the Experience and the room. The views are beautiful and the whole experience was terrific which is why I'm giving them full 5 stars. We've already recommended them to a few friends that have booked private cabins. The only reason why I gave the room a 4 on 5 was for the outdated appliances which doesn't hamper the experience but I just want to get it out there. All in all, we will return again next year and plan to stay here.

Location can't be beat Right on the lake…read more Private Beach Nice pool across the street Staff were excellent Our room location was not the best location though. We had the deluxe studio,it was very nice.great kitchen. We looked out our front door at the garbage bins The road noise in our room was constant!and because it was hot with no AC,we had to leave the windows open all night to cool the room down I would avoid room 32! But I think we would go back Location location location!