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Rubicon Retreat- Outdoor Sauna, Dogs Welcome

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6109 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tahoma, CA
  • Place, Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Homewood Mountain Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Palisades Tahoe
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rubicon Retreat- Outdoor Sauna, Dogs Welcome

Escape to Rubicon Retreat, a charming A-frame cabin with mountain views, perfect for 6 guests. Nestled in Tahoma near Meeks Bay and the Rubicon Trail, this pet-friendly haven features a private outdoor barrel sauna, a fully equipped kitchen, and fast WiFi. Enjoy serenity and adventure year-round in this cozy, rustic-modern home base. And don't forget, we're dog-friendly!

We respect our guests' privacy and aim to provide a seamless, independent stay. We will not be present on the property during your visit but are readily available via the messaging app should you need any assistance or local recommendations. We will provide you with a printed house manual and digital guidebook to help answer any questions that may come up.

Our home is located on a quiet street, surrounded by beautiful pine trees. Just minutes from the McKinney Rubicon Trail Head, beautiful beaches, and amazing restaurants.

Guests will have private and exclusive access to the entire home and all its amenities during their stay. This includes the main house, the private front deck, the BBQ, and the outdoor barrel sauna. A couple of owner's cabinets will be locked and are not accessible to guests.




Step inside our rustic-modern A-frame cabin, where an open-concept main floor invites you to spend quality time together. The space is designed for comfort, work, and relaxation for up to 6 guests.

Living & Dining:
- Cozy living room with a fireplace.
- Smart TV for movie nights.
- Bose speakers for your favorite music.
- Large dining table perfect for group meals.
- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances.

Outdoor Features:
- Private front deck with a BBQ for afternoon cookouts.
- A private outdoor barrel sauna to relax and unwind after a day of exploring.

Family-Friendly Amenities:
- Pack ’n play/Travel crib
- High chair
- Children’s books and toys
- Children’s dinnerware
- Baby safety gates

We have room for two cars to park in the driveway, and room for an additional 2-3 cars to park on our parking pad by the bear box (to the left and up the street when walking out of our front door).

To ensure a transparent and wonderful stay, please review these important details:
- No Air Conditioning: Like most homes in Tahoe, our cabin does not have AC.
- Mountain Life: Dust and pollen can accumulate quickly on outdoor furniture. The BBQ and other outdoor furniture may be stored and unavailable during winter (typically October- May).
- Weather & Travel: A 4WD/AWD vehicle, chains, or snow tires may be required in winter.
- Uncontrollable Events: We are not responsible for uncontrollable circumstances such as poor air quality during wildfire season or snow during winter. We strongly recommend purchasing external trip insurance, as our cancellation policy will be upheld.
- Safety: The home is equipped with smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and a first aid kit for your safety.
- Sauna: While we do our best to clean the sauna before every stay, because the sauna is outdoors in the elements, there is a chance you may see a small amount of mold. The sauna is safe to use.
- Please refer to the Rental Agreement for a full list of the local STR Rules.

STR Permit #: STR23-7844 | Max Daytime Occupancy is 9 (excluding guests 12 and younger); Max Overnight Occupancy is 6 (excluding guests 12 and younger) | Parking: 2 Cars Can Park in Driveway + 2 On Upper-Parking Pad (in non-winter months) - NO STREET PARKING | Quiet Hours are from 9pm - 8am | Placer County's Good Neighbor Policies and STR Rules Listed in House Rules/Rental Agreement | Anytime a pet/service animal/emotional support animal is outside of the home and is not in a fully fenced backyard, the pet/service animal/emotional service animal must be kept on a leash and accompanied by the owner.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be within walking distance of Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cabin.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Tahoe Maritime Museum and 15 minutes from Emerald Bay State Park
This cabin offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Homewood cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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: 1,176 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

​Quiet hours are between 9pm - 8am. STR county rules must be followed at all times.
Guests must sign a rental agreement and submit contact information to confirm their booking (for local compliance laws).
We ask that the person booking the home is the primary guest staying in the home and is at least 25 years of age.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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Rubicon Retreat- Outdoor Sauna, Dogs Welcome Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Tahoe cabin

I absolutely loved this house. You can tell it is a very well loved house by the owners! It had fabulous amenities and great cookware— there was literally nothing missing! The house was so kid friendly, too— my 5 and 3 year old were excited about the bunk bed and toys, and the adults were excited about the kid friendly plates, etc. also a huge bonus that it is dog friendly as we love Tahoe with our pup! It is a tiny A-frame and every inch of the house is maximized for space. It is a great location, right at the base of the rubicon trail. If you have a very car enthusiastic 3 year old Kid with you, it’s an added bonus to watch the off-road vehicles come and go all day. It can get a bit busy in that regard, but the street itself is quiet, tucked away from the highway noise. We enjoyed great walks to Chambers, Tahoma market, and more. I can’t wait to stay here again! Thank you Scott and sue for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy well-appointed cabin

Loved the location and the charm and coziness of this cabin. Super ran and had everything we needed and then some. I will say I was nervous at first because the listing said "electric fireplace" butit was gas with an electric remote...super awe!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great place!

We had SO much fun staying at this adorable cabin. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was stocked with nearly every tool you might need, the game closet was full of interseting games (including our favorite, Catan!) and the deck was the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee and afternoon reading. The cabin is tucked into a neighborhood so you are away from the busy-ness that sometimes comes with Tahoe in the summer and it was fun to watch all of the 4-wheelers headed up to the Rubicon trail head. Thank you for sharing your place with us! It was such good family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cabin right by the Rubicon OHV trail

We rented this place for a family reunion in summer. It is a great little cabin, perfect for 2 people, a very well appointed kitchen, right at the start of the Rubicon OHV trail, with mountain biking/hiking trails within walking distance & a quiet neighborhood. It has it all! Wish there was a way to give 4.5 stars, instead of 5. There is not enough furniture in the bedrooms, so be prepared. The bedrooms have no dressers & one of the bedrooms had no accessible closet. It was challenging for we had nicer clothes for parties and dinners. But overall a great place & we plan to book there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome getaway

Everything with this property was comfortable and clean. No complaints at all. The area is fun with an endless things to do. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Retreat With All the Necessities

The perfect cabin in the woods by the lake. This house has everything; great location, comfortable beds, kitchen was stocked with all utensils and good sharp knives (having dull knives in a rental is the worst) plus the best variety of hot sauces anyone could ask for. Sauna was the icing on the cake! Scott was attentive and responded quickly, overall excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023