Take your pet to the next Lake Tahoe vacation to this beautiful Kings Beach vacation rental. This 3 bedroom home gives a wood forest vibe being surrounded by trees along with privacy and modern amenities.<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />Welcome to The Great Escape, your ultimate dog-friendly retreat nestled in the heart of Kings Beach. This charming vacation rental offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and pet-friendly amenities, ensuring a memorable getaway for you and your furry companion. <br /> <br />Ski, beach, shopping and dining are ultra-convenient at this North Lake Tahoe chalet! You're just a six-block walk to dog-friendly Kings Beach State Park - voted Tahoe's best beach - and an easy hop to the ski slopes. Try your slopes skills at nearby Northstar, Alpine Meadow, Palisades Tahoe, Diamond Peak, and Mount Rose! Kids will love the Tahoe Vista Regional Park (within walking/biking distance of the chalet) for its Frisbee Golf, tennis courts, ball fields, and winter snowmobile rentals. Adults will love the easy access to casinos, spa services, and music venues. After exploring Tahoe, return to your wooded haven in Kings Beach for a BBQ on the second-level deck overlooking the pine forest! The main bedroom indulges with a TempurPedic Cloud Elite gel/foam bed, a sofa bed, and an en suite bathroom. <br /> <br />The living area will be your go-to winter hangout spot, with its nap-worthy couches, a gas fireplace for apres ski lounging and a 55-inch flat-screen TV. Watch favorite shows via Apple TV. In summertime, the second-level deck is the place to be! Plush outdoor furniture and a gas grill face your wooded and serene Tahoe setting. Back inside, the kitchen features modern stainless appliances, including a gas range and a dishwasher. Take a seat at the center island and sip wine while the cook gets to work. A rustic eight-person table adjacent to the kitchen is the perfect place to enjoy dinner together! <br /> <br />Kings Beach is a Tahoe gem with a standout public beach, hip dining and shops, and easy access to the ski resorts. At the lifeguarded beach, work up an appetite with jet skiing, paddle boating kayaking and more, then hit Jason's Lakeside Grill for casual fare and lake views on the outdoor deck. All of this - plus a lot more - is within a short walk of the chalet. And for the outdoor adventurer, miles of hiking and biking trails are waiting right outside your back door! <br /> <br />Features: <br />* Gas burning fireplaces <br />* Located close to 3 major ski resorts <br />* Minutes to beaches, shopping and great dining <br />* Pet Friendly <br /> <br />Bedroom Configurations: <br />Bedroom 1: 1 King Bed – 1 Sofa sleeper <br />Bedroom 2: 1 Queen Bed <br />Bedroom 3: 2 Full Beds <br /> <br />Location: <br />While the kids and possibly some grown ups have a fun filled snow day in the yard, perhaps others will want to venture out to the local ski spots like Northstar (7 miles away) and Alpine Meadows/Squaw Valley (15 miles away). On a summer day, you will be only a few minutes from beautiful lake beaches. On the way to the beach you have coffee and breakfast spots to fill you up before your day. For a night out, explore the restaurants in Kings Beach or travel to Carnelian bay (less than 5 miles) to check out the famous Gar Woods Grill for their great food and cocktails. <br /> <br />Parking: <br /> <br />Other things to Note: <br />* Use of the BBQ is not guaranteed in winter months, due to limited access. <br />* Prepare for mountain or winter weather driving in winter months. This may mean four wheel drive with snow tires or chains. Check weather or road reports. AWD and 4WD necessary to get up the mountain roads and some driveways in the winter months. <br />* Parking is available for 4 cars total. 2 in garage and 2 in driveway. All cars must park in the garage or on the driveway. No street parking per county ordinance <br />* Renters must be 25+ <br />* Maximum Occupancy per county ordinance is 8 adults <br />* This is a non-smoking home. <br />* Dogs allowed at this home. Maximum number of dogs allowed is 2, additional fees apply per dog. <br /> <br />***Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of electronically signed Rental Agreement within 48 hours of booking the reservation*** <br /> <br />TOT cert #: 83269 Permit #STR22-6833<br /><br /><b>Other things to note</b><br />Frequently Asked Questions <br /> <br />We are so excited for your upcoming stay in Tahoe! Please review our frequently asked questions to help you prepare for your trip and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. <br /> <br />How do I access my rental home? <br />You will go directly to the home and utilize the lockbox or keyless entry, this code will be provided at 3pm on the day of your arrival - Please note check-in time is not until 4pm. This will be the only key for your stay, please utilize the lockbox system with your group and secure it back in the lockbox at departure. <br /> <br />Can we have an early check in and/or late check out? <br />During peak season and holiday dates we have a firm 4pm arrival time and 10am checkout time. We cannot guarantee an early check-in or late check-out, please contact us 24 hours in advance to see if this is available for your stay. Please note, we charge $100/hr for early or late requests outside of the 1 hour grace period. <br /> <br />Does my rental home have air conditioning? <br />Like most Tahoe homes, this home is not equipped with air conditioning. We recommend opening the windows during the cooler evening hours and utilizing the fans in the home to help keep you cool during the warmer months. <br /> <br />What supplies will be stocked at my rental home? <br />2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom <br />2 rolls of paper towels <br />5 trash bags <br />10 blue recycle bags <br />Liquid hand soap at each sink <br />Bar soap in every shower/tub <br />5 dishwasher pods (or equivalent) <br />Small liquid dish soap <br />1 New Sponge <br />Laundry detergent (starter amount) <br /> <br />There may be cooking oil, spices, and condiments left from previous guests but these are not guaranteed therefore we recommend bringing these with you. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Do I need to bring my own linens, towels, beach chairs, etc? <br />Beds will be made with clean linens and ready for your arrival, there will be towels for each guest excluding beach towels. Extra amenities such as beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, etc vary by property, and are not guaranteed. <br /> <br />What items should I bring? <br />Shampoo, conditioner, additional toiletries <br />Specific cooking oils, spices or condiments as these are not guaranteed <br />Specific kitchen gadgets outside of the standard inventory <br />Sunscreen <br />Reusable Water Bottle <br />Tahoe Tap Water is some of the best in the area! There is no need for bottled water. Most local stores by 2025 will not sell bottled water in hopes of protecting our environment <br />Chargers <br />Winter Gear: Hats, gloves, jackets, snow chains for your tires* <br /> <br />Do you have any recommendations for grocery shopping, restaurants, hikes? <br />Tahoe City has a Safeway, New Moon Natural Foods, and a few smaller market/deli options. <br />Truckee has a Safeway, New Moon Natural Foods, Raleys One, and Grocery Outlet. <br />Incline Village has a Raleys, Natural Grocers. <br /> <br />We have a variety of restaurants, hikes, and fun things to do around Tahoe listed in our guest book binders which you’ll find upon arrival! <br /> <br />Do you have Uber, Doordash, etc? <br />The Tahoe area has very limited Uber and Lyft drivers and is not reliable. We also have a local, on-demand ride service called the TART Connect but this may also have delays, please preview their website for more information. Additional services such as Doordash or Instacart are not available in our area. <br /> <br />How should I prepare for winter road conditions? Will my driveway be cleared? <br />Please check the California Highway Conditions before driving to Tahoe! This is very important as road conditions can change rapidly. Vehicles should have 4WD or AWD, Winter rated tires and carry snow chains in case of emergency. Vehicles with 2-wheel drive are not recommended in mountainous, winter conditions. <br />County and local snow removal companies work diligently during winter storms, be patient and drive slowly. Tahoe roads and driveways can be slanted, hilly, and steep. <br /> <br />Parking <br />Per county ordinance, street parking is not allowed under any circumstance. Each home has a designated number of parking spaces as determined by the county. This number cannot be exceeded. If you have more vehicles than are permitted on the property, please contact us and we can advise on additional parking. <br /> <br />Follow recommendations from the California Highway Conditions and travel advisories. Travel insurance is highly recommended. <br /> <br />Please let us know if you have any additional questions and we look forward to hosting you soon!