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Fallen Leaf Lake is Widely Considered the Most Scenic Place around Lake Tahoe

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Escape to a secluded cabin surrounded by tall trees, featuring a cozy porch and a window offering a glimpse of the natural environment.
Cozy bedroom with a quilted bedspread, wooden headboard, and rustic charm.
Compact kitchen with a black stove, sink, and refrigerator, featuring a dining table and chairs.
Cozy living room with a traditional fireplace and leather sofa, perfect for relaxing.
Logs are stacked against a tree in a forest setting.

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 458 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
The current price is €375
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul

About this property

Entire place

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

Fallen Leaf Lake is Widely Considered the Most Scenic Place around Lake Tahoe

VHR Permit #: 073636 EDC TOT#070377

QUIET TIME 10PM TO 8AM

A few important things I wish to emphasize while you consider renting our cabin, this is our home which we choose to share with responsible people. We are NOT managed by a corporation, we do not own multiple properties for rent. For those who know the Fallen Leaf area, you know it is QUITE, as it was intended to be, PLEASE RESPECT THE PEACE AND QUITE MY NEIGHBORS KNOW, LOVE AND DESEVRE. If you cannot show that respect you will be ASKED to LEAVE IMMEDIATELY, NEVER to RETURN. Thank you for understanding. This disclaimer is intended for .001% of the people who have rented or intend to rent our cabin. Please don't let it be YOU.

WILD FIRES: Obviously we have no control of occurrences of wild fire. I STRONGLY RECCOMMEND BUYING INSURANCE TO REIMBURSE YOUR LOSSES IF YOU CANCEL YOUR VACATION, OUTSIDE OF OUR CANCELLATION POLICY, it's cheap.

A wood burning stove is the primary source for heating the cabin and making S'mores, unlimited firewood is provided. NO OUTDOOR OPEN PIT FIRES ARE ALLOWED(don't even think about it), you will refunded and removed.

This small cabin has a peek-a-boo WATER VIEW, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, a queen bed in the bedroom sleeps two, plus two large sofas will sleep kids or two adults. Walk 400 yards to the private Lakeview Corporation dock for swimming, fishing, kayak or stand up paddle board. Many trailheads within a very short distance, i.e. Desolation Wilderness, Angora, Emerald Bay, Mt Tallac. There is an electric oven/stove, a small refrigerator, microwave. This is a true heaven on earth. The beauty is incredible.

Property manager

John James Parise Jr.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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: 625 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
South Lake Tahoe, CA

What's nearby

  • Fallen Leaf Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taylor Creek Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Valhalla at Lake Tahoe - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Pope Beach - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 22 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Verde Mexican Rotisserie - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cuppa Tahoe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fallen Leaf Lake is Widely Considered the Most Scenic Place around Lake Tahoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fallen Leaf Lake is Widely Considered the Most Scenic Place around Lake Tahoe?

As of 24 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fallen Leaf Lake is Widely Considered the Most Scenic Place around Lake Tahoe on 28 Jul 2025 start from €375.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Fallen Leaf Lake is Widely Considered the Most Scenic Place around Lake Tahoe located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Fallen Leaf Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Glen Alpine Falls and Mt. Tallac Trail. Washoe Meadows State Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Fallen Leaf Lake is Widely Considered the Most Scenic Place around Lake Tahoe Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous time at Fallen Leaf Lake

We were impressed with the cleanliness, accuracy of description, and general location. The owner was extremely responsive and helpful. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nisha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

All the basics and very close to lakeside!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fallen Leaf Lake Cabin

Loved our stay at this cabin at Fallen Leaf Lake. It has great access to the bike trails nearby and other hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cabin with Lots of Special Touches

The cabin was very comfortable with lots of very thoughtful touches. We felt very much like guests in a very nice guest home instead of a customer in a hotel. The vaulted ceilings makes the space feel much larger than what the square footage shows. The hosts/owners are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FLL is a wilderness adventure

Desolation wilderness, Lake Tahoe and Fallen Leaf Lake are so beautiful. We had perfect weather and few crowds after the Labor Day weekend. The cabin is a perfect location to visit them all. Thanks for sharing...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome little cabin!

This is my third time staying at this property. It’s a nice, cozy space for a little family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Tahoe Getaway

This cabin was perfect for our Lake Tahoe weekend. We took advantage of the wood stove during our stay! Fallen Leaf Lake is beautiful and another thing worth doing while visiting Tahoe.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice cabin and location !

The cabin is very nicely equipped and the area is fantastic. We had a very nice time and recommend strongly this place. The communication with Jim was easy and friendly. No hesitation !
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice cabin

The cabin has a very convenient location near Fallen Leaf Lake and several trails, has everything to spend time indoors. The road is a bit bumpy, but still doable with a compact car.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Such a quaint little cabin, it was just like it was described. We watched sunset from the community dock each night. Such a relaxing get away! The host was awesome! We would definitally stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

gillian e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a lovely stay. The location was unbeatable. Jim was kind and helpful . Paddling on the lake was a must. The cabin is much cuter than pictured. Cozy, wooden inside. Good lighting. Tiny Christmas/4th of July tree in the corner, fire burning stove, interesting knick knacks all added to the charm. Comfortable and perfect for our weekend getaway. Thank you Jim.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

david m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NIce

Be prepared for the worst road you've ever been on. Not for sissies. If you are in a hurry, stay home. Fallen Leaf is a jewel for those who want to slow down and have a quiet break.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fallen Leaf Cabin

Great find. Had a wonderful experience. The property owner was friendly and transparent. A couple of recommendations would be to get blinds/curtains on the living room and kitchen windows. And a larger refrigerator and stove. Overall, this place was great and I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kellie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

Crowded

Access to the lake is a hike and down a steep bank to a small dock - no beach. Owner was camped in front yard. On site were his camper and two trucks. The front deck is unstable and few windows open for heat relief on the inside. The TV is CD only and there is minimal kitchen equipment. We left after the first night of a five night stay. Owner refused refund of any kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location on Fallen Leaf Lake

This is a beautiful property just across the street from Fallen Leaf Lake. It is a small cabin with all the necessary amenities such as hot shower, microwave, oven, refrigerator, kitchenware and fans for every room. WiFi is a little weak but adequate. There are several mature trees on the property and a nice hammock. It’s down the street from the local marina where you can rent kayaks to explore the lake. The Glen Alpine trailhead is also down the street, which is a gateway to the spectacular Desolation Wilderness. I personally recommend the hike to Susie Lake. Our family (2 adults and 2 kids 6 & 10 yrs old) spent 7 nights here and we had plenty to do (hiking, road biking, kayaking and swimming). Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

A P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little gem

The property was just as describe in the listing. We had an issue while there and the owner came up and handled it the best we could have expected. He responded quickly when I contacted him initially as well. My girls loved the kayaks and swimming in fallen leaf lake. It was great to have a place away from the crowds to enjoy. We are looking forward to going back and trying out some of the water toys we didn’t get to. We arrived at night and were able to find the place in the dark as it was marked well. There are also a number of hikes very close to the cabin that are not too popular and beautiful. My kids stayed on the couches and said they were comfortable. If you have a clear night make a point of heading down to the dock to look at the stars, gorgeous! There are so many fewer lights here than even in town, so it is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

SUSAN T.

Modest cabin with some very nice features

The owners are gradually improving and updating this cabin. It has a humble exterior, but new doors and handsome woodwork inside as well as some good wood furniture are solid, attractive, and well-made.The kitchen is tiny but has excellent hot water supply, charming red refrigerator, and tiny modern stove. The newish cast iron wood-burning stove looks handsome; we didn't need it due to mild weather during our stay, but did turn on a space heater one morning. The remodeled bathroom is fine. The bedroom is small with insufficient space for two people's suitcases. The bed was firm and comfortable.The livingroom area is fairly good-sized, but lacks comfortable seating (with back support) and reading lamps. We liked the deck in front for watching the trees and sky, changing light, and birds. The dock is a short walk down the road. We chose not to use the kayak, as it lacked some features.important to one of us. Walking on the road is not pleasant due to traffic, though we were able to walk to the marina where we enjoyed a snack and view of the lake and boats. We found good easy hiking with lots of natural beauty and some historic interest starting at the campground at the southern end of the lake..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dylan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay!

Check in process was super easy and the place was very cozy and clean! The host provided plenty of amenities and items for guests to use as needed and had clearly labeled everything with easy to follow instructions. They were also very easy and quick to communicate with! My only complaint is the kitchen felt very basic and could use a little upgrade in terms of what is provided for use
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Quiet Getaway, just close enough to S Lake Tahoe

The property is great for a secluded get away, close enough to go to dinner and/or gambling. We rode our bikes around the area of both lakes for a couple of days. We never got down to the lake to use the paddle boards, etc. but know that they were available w/life vests in the cabin for use. The cabin itself is a little cluttered BUT everything is available for guests to use and it is well stocked with everything from coffee to shampoo. The lack of window coverings in the living room is a little off-putting, we would have liked to have had a little fire a hang out there but we would have liked privacy, it felt too exposed. The table & front porch are delightful for eating out. A couple of things I would change...sheets/pillow cases were set out on the bed, we had to make the bed after a full day river rafting and a late arrival. I've never seen this before nor ever expected the guests to do this on arrival. There is not really a tv, just a monitor with a built in dvd player, even hooking up a laptop to stream anything wasn't possible. The break turned out to be a plus. The owner was VERY responsive when we texted with questions, rarely necessary with instructions posted everywhere. The need for that is understandable, for guests unfamiliar with living in a cabin in the woods, lots of instruction is necessary. All in all a wonderful place and a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful settling

Host was very clear with rules and expectations for the cabin and HMO regulations. The cabin was wall stocked with all necessary items, even things folks may have forgotten. Will definitely be returning here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FLL

Cozy cabin close to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Van L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ms

I wish that they have more pot & pan to make breakfast. The dishes were not clean. I had to washed them before using. There were ants in the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay!

My family and I have stayed here several years running, and we keep coming back because it's fantastic! The owner is super easy to get in touch with and is very accommodating. The cabin has everything you need for vacation. We're looking forward to next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very convenient location to Fallen Leaf Lake

My daughter was working on the lake so we were looking for a place nearby to her. The location was perfect for that. The owner, Jim, is very responsive, helpful and kind. The house has all the amenities you expect from a Vrbo - full kitchen, extra sheets and towels, etc. You can tell that Jim really cares about the house and property. The bed is comfortable, the water pressure and hot water good, etc. I would definitely stay here again if I wanted to be near Fallen Leaf Lake (which is spectacular). Amazing hikes, beautiful water, etc. A few notes - the pictures are accurate. As others have said, the house is clean but it is a bit dimly lit which I am not used to. And others have mentioned ventilation - they did make the doors so they could open but they don't have screens so in the summer I still only opened the kitchen and bathroom windows, which have screens. It was fine when we were there, but adding screens would be really nice. The dock is a communal one a few hundred yards down the road and then down a trail. We didn't use it because my daughter is on crutches. So it takes some effort to get there but it is very nice to have access to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cabin, small but cozy

It's just my wife and me, this cabin is perfect. The living room is quite large, kitchen is fine. Very short walk to common dock, where we would hang out with wine/cheese/bread while watching the sun set over the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022