Lake Tahoe Castle, Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna,

Pioneer Trail house rental - Your Own Private Heated Pool, Waterfall, Fireplace....Heaven!
  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps12
  • 2 Bathrooms
Rates (USD)
Per property (USD)
  • Per night $350 - $800
Description House, 3500 sq. ft.

Dan

Speaks English

Telephone: +1 408 390-4572
(Pacific time 7AM-7PM)

Photos and Description of the Pioneer Trail vacation house rental
Sleeps 12 comfortably, 4 Bedrooms (Large Loft: counts as a 4th bedroom)

Large private Indoor Heated Pool with Waterfall and Fireplace plus special lighting and stereo. The Castle has both a Steam Room and Sauna Room and Hot Tub under the stars. Magnificent open beam Log Greatroom with adjoining Gourmet Kitchen. Has 3 bedrooms plus a Large Loft area with two extra beds and a pullout sofa which is officially recognized as a bedroom and still has room for the Pool Table and Foosball Table. Located just about 5 miles to either the Lake or to the Casinos or Heavenly Ski Resort, on a quiet cul-de-sac with empty wooded lots on either side for optimum privacy. TVs in every bedroom plus Living room with plenty of cable stations plus high speed wireless Internet throughout. The kitchen is well equipped for a feast preparation and yes has a wine cooler. Why stay in just any old house when you can stay in a Castle? THE MOST popular vacation rental in Lake Tahoe! Come see why Nothing Else Compares! Almost every night rents so plan ahead. Deposit holds dates one year +

Pioneer Trail house rental - Your Own Private Heated Pool, Waterfall, Fireplace....Heaven!

Your Own Private Heated Pool, Waterfall, Fireplace....Heaven!

Pioneer Trail house rental - Spring View of Castle Main Entrance

Spring View of Castle Main Entrance

Pioneer Trail house rental - The Grand Log Great Room

The Grand Log Great Room

Pioneer Trail house rental - Gourmet Kitchen with Wolf Stove, Wine Cooler and More

Gourmet Kitchen with Wolf Stove, Wine Cooler and More

Pioneer Trail house rental - View From The Loft

View From The Loft

Pioneer Trail house rental - View of The Castle at Dusk

View of The Castle at Dusk

Pioneer Trail house rental - Pool at Sunset

Pool at Sunset

Pioneer Trail house rental - Dry Sauna Room

Dry Sauna Room

Pioneer Trail house rental - Steam Room

Steam Room

Pioneer Trail house rental - Partial View Loft Game Area

Partial View Loft Game Area

Pioneer Trail house rental - Let the Games Begin!

Let the Games Begin!

Pioneer Trail house rental - Hot Tub, Rear Deck view From Loft Deck Above

Hot Tub, Rear Deck view From Loft Deck Above

Pioneer Trail house rental - Loft Twin Beds and Pullout Sofa

Loft Twin Beds and Pullout Sofa

Pioneer Trail house rental - Stairway to The Loft

Stairway to The Loft

Pioneer Trail house rental - Pool View showing Log Bar and Sauna & Steam Rooms

Pool View showing Log Bar and Sauna & Steam Rooms

Pioneer Trail house rental - Sauna and Steam (wide angle lens)

Sauna and Steam (wide angle lens)

Pioneer Trail house rental - Dining Nook in The Distance

Dining Nook in The Distance

Pioneer Trail house rental - Partial View Master Bedroom (King Size)

Partial View Master Bedroom (King Size)

Pioneer Trail house rental - Master Bath Partial View, Jacuzzi & Shower to the Left

Master Bath Partial View, Jacuzzi & Shower to the Left

Pioneer Trail house rental - Another Bedroom Partial View

Another Bedroom Partial View

Pioneer Trail house rental - Seven Little Indians top Cabinets

Seven Little Indians top Cabinets

Pioneer Trail house rental - Winter View of Castle Entrance

Winter View of Castle Entrance

Pioneer Trail house rental - Front View including South Wing

Front View including South Wing

Pioneer Trail house rental - The Lone Cowboy at the Pool

The Lone Cowboy at the Pool

Location: Lake Tahoe Area < California < USA

Nearest Airport : Reno (Nevada) Airport at 59 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 5 Miles
Car: recommended

This home is close to the Lake and all local activities. About a 5 mile drive will get you to Lake or Casinos or Heavenly Ski Resort. There is so much to do year round, hiking biking skiing, boating, kayaking, snow shoeing, sledding. There is so many links online to endless things to do and so many things you can rent if you don't have it, makes it an easy place to fly in and out. The mountain air is so fresh and the scenery is spectacular. Of course if you just want to relax at the home you couldn't have chosen a better equipped paradise! The pool is heated of course, steam, sauna, hot tub, play some pool or foosball, or enjoy a feast with friends and family. I manage my home myself and eliminate the management company fees so the cost now is very comparable to plenty of houses here or even less expensive and yet nothing compares! Thousands of guests have stayed here since 2001. I've yet to have anyone who was not impressed. I'm always told how photos don't do it justice.

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Availability Calendar

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Feb 6, 2012
Changeover Day: flexible
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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Pioneer Trail, California

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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
WINTER 2011/2012 Jan 1 2012 Apr 15 2012 - $495 - $495 - - - 5 Nights
Notes: Exception to 5 night when less available between reservations. Dec 23-Jan 2 $800 + fees, ask details
Spring 2012 Apr 16 2012 Jun 7 2012 - $350 - $395 - - - 3 Nights
Notes: Weekend is Fri,Sat, Sun. Combine any 3 consecutive days for 3 night min. Ask Holidays
Summer 2012 Jun 8 2012 Sep 4 2012 - $495 - $495 - - - 5 Nights
Notes: Exception to 5 night when less nights remain between reservations, see calendar, ask me anything!
Autumn 2012 Sep 5 2012 Nov 16 2012 - $350 - $395 - - - 3 Nights
Notes: Weekend is Fri,Sat, Sun. Combine any 3 consecutive days for 3 night min. Ask Holidays
Winter 2012/2013 Nov 17 2012 Dec 21 2012 - $495 - $495 - - - 5 Nights
Notes: The usual exception to 5 night minimum (between reservation less nights remaining, see calendar)
Christmas/New Year Dec 22 2012 Jan 2 2013 - $800 - $800 - - - 5 Nights
Notes: Extreme Demand: Deposit to hold then Pay in full due at 6 months in advance. Other terms apply.
Winter 2013 Jan 3 2013 Apr 8 2013 - $495 - $495 - - - 5 Nights
Notes: Plan Ahead! Nothing rents like 'The Castle' Holidays exception, Min night exception applies as above

Additional information about rental rates

  • Any stay $250 cleaning fee plus 10% Local Tax. Some Holidays extra.
  • I will hold dates further out than 90 days in advance with $500 deposit, just ask. (except Christmas/ New Year weeks require up to 6 month in advance payment) otherwise full payment of all rent and fees secures a reservation.
    I don't always get back here to edit the calendar but I try. NOTHING else rents like this home, several months book 100%! So please plan ahead, even well into 2012.
    This home is extremely popular and I very often have people wanting overlapping dates so my fair and simple policy is first to pay gets the dates they want. Rarely will I hold dates unless I've made a special short hold pending payment. All major credit cards accepted and required. Here's how it works: You tell me dates, I confirm, I send contract in email, you return signed, I call for Credit Card at phone number you entered on contract, payment is quickly confirmed then your Paradise awaits. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
  • Christmas 2010 and New Years 2011 are reserved. Plan far ahead for holidays at The Castle!...huge demand! Always add $250 cleaning and 10% tax to your total. Always 'lock-in' dates and rates with deposit or full payment if within 90 days. (6 months for Christmas/New Years). This home is a dream come true at Christmas and has always booked for the last 10 years so plan way ahead. Next Christmas/New Year rates are $800 per night from Dec 23th through Jan 2, 2012 plus usual fees. Other special terms apply to Christmas Holiday dates so just ask.

Fees

Tax Rate:
10.0%
Cleaning:
$250

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Pioneer Trail, California

Property Type:
  • house

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Floor Area:
  • 3500 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • mountain
  • lake

Theme:
  • family
  • luxury

General:
  • laundry soap
  • towels provided
  • linens provided
  • activities guide
  • local activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • whirlpool
  • ceiling fans
  • hair dryer
  • soaps basic
  • central heating
  • restaurant dining guide
  • jacuzzi
  • alarm clock
  • local maps
  • paper towels
  • telephone
  • sauna
  • hot tub

Kitchen:
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • blender
  • spices
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • coffee maker
  • oven
  • stove top burners
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator mini size
  • toaster
  • cooking utensils
  • grill

Living Room:
  • fireplace

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 12 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Tub, Shower, Jetted Tub

Bedrooms:
  • 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King, Master
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen, Bedroom 2
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Queen, Bedroom 3
    Bedroom 4 - 2 Twin/ Single, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon, Large Loft
  • The Loft is considered a bedroom area per vacation permit agency.
Entertainment:
  • foosball
  • pool table
  • TV
  • stereo system
  • books
  • radio
  • satellite or cable
  • DVD
  • CD
  • game room
  • games kids

Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access

Outside:
  • outdoor grill
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking off street
  • garden
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • garage
  • parking on street
  • unscreened porch/lanai
  • car
  • deck wood
  • porch/lanai
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • 14 garden chairs

Swimming Pools:
  • heated pool
  • indoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible

Pool / Spa:
  • outdoor hot tub
  • spa/whirlpool
  • steam shower
  • whirlpool

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional

Attractions:
  • arboretum
  • babysitting
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • nude beach
  • playground
  • recreation center
  • theme parks
  • live theater
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • synagogues
  • water parks
  • winery tours

Leisure Activities:
  • paddle boating
  • sledding
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • sight seeing
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • gambling casinos
  • eco tourism
  • outlet shopping
  • antiquing

Notes: Dining area sits Six, plus counter seats four, other tables and seating as well including seasonally lots of seating outside on either the front balcony or rear deck area. As far as elderly there are steps and of course can be slippery in Winter so if someone can assist than you judge accordingly. No pets of any kind and please smoke outside if you must but be extremely careful to put out butts in water. Always feel free to just email me with any questions.

Further details for this vacation house rental in Pioneer Trail, California

Clarify Rates etc: I'm not allowed enough space in other areas to make everything clear so always simply email me with questions but I'll also try a bit here.

You may hold dates if 90 days in advance or more with only a $500 deposit. If you cancel before 90 days (exception Christmas and New Year Weeks) of your stay you only have to pay a 3% cancellation fee on the deposit only ($15). Reserving ahead not only gets you the dates you want but also locks in the price which as you can tell from my calendar with demand so high, it is very likely rates do go up. There are very few homes with a pool and other comparable amenities for rent in Tahoe and ALL of them rent for considerably more then my home.

All details will be emailed to you in my standard contract once you've chosen dates, and will clearly state all fees. You are still under no obligation until you return it signed and complete whatever payment is due. Also though, I too am under no obligation to hold dates until same is done. Ask me ANYTHING!

House History: Well people ask so here is. House built in 2000 and designed as a luxury vacation rental with amenities like no other. The designer had it right because what sets this house aside from so many other choices are the unique amenities. I bought the house in 2004 and still had guests on the calendar so I gave it a try. The house has always rented more often, far above other houses. When I decided to no longer use a management agency in late 2007 I forwarded the savings on to the guests. The house has since booked much more often than ever despite the economy. Everyone Loves the home, thousands of guests have stayed here! Pricing compares to houses similar in size but without the amenities. So why stay in just any house when you can stay in a 'Castle'? My best deals are if last minute, meaning within 7 days, you do not see dates booked then I will discount and make you a great deal! These deals are rare though so if you want your choice of dates plan well ahead. Always just ask me anything.

Availability Calendar: I don't know why but this website chooses to display a very confusing angle shaded calendar that makes one wonder which days are open and which are not. Easiest to simply contact me and I'll always make everything perfectly clear, don't be shy.

Ski:

This home is only about 5 miles to Heavenly Ski Resort which offers great slopes and the best views of the Lake below. Of course you can drive to several other resorts but what is REALLY noce is after a long day on the slopes you can rejuvinate in the steam or sauna rooms, swimming pool or hot tub. Another benefit...after a big snow fall many people are 'snowed in' to a rental for a day. This is one home you won't have to sit around and watch TV all day. The Castle is a paradise within a Paradise!!

Golf:

See why Tiger Woods chose to have a home here in Tahoe. (edited: well, one reason anyhow). The thin air allows the ball to really take off. There are plenty of nice golf courses here and a driving range and course are only about 2 miles from this home.

Other Activities:

Floating in the Pool

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Pioneer Trail, California

Lake Tahoe Castle, Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna,
average rating of 4.875 based on 12 reviews
business
Lake Tahoe Castle, Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408-390-4572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
San Francisco CA USA
5

Favorite Vacation Home Ever !!

Review Submitted: April 8, 2009 Date of Stay: February 2009
Kids loved it, grandparents loved it, husband and I loved it. We travel often and I've been all over the globe and have never found any home so filled with amenities. You float in the pool at night with waterfall on and fireplace and your favorite music, plus they have some special fiber lighting. It was absolute heaven! My only comment was his ad needs better pictures and Dan said he's working on that.
We will be back for certain.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you! I treat all my guests like family and it always seems to pay off. Never had an unhappy guest in all these years, and that's hundreds of people!
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 17/17
business
Lake Tahoe Castle, Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408-390-4572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
5

Best Ever

Review Submitted: September 21, 2011 Date of Stay: May 2011
Wow what a house! This has it all with the warm indoor pool jacuzzi and steam and sauna and pool table. I can't think of anything else you need...well ok...beer! Seriously this is the best house I've ever rented and I have been all over the globe. Dan who runs the place was helpful and very professional; he's been at this a while. Hey one tip plan ahead, I missed the house last year but will plan this coming winter well in advance. Before someone reads this review and gets my dates!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you for the nice review. I never get tired of hearing people say nice things. Number one comment is the pictures don't do the home justice. Better to be pleasantly surprised I suppose.
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Lake Tahoe Castle, Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408-390-4572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
-1

Another Happy Stay

Review Submitted: January 13, 2011 Date of Stay: January 2011
Everything was wonderful, We enjoyed our relaxing getaway, at the Castle. It's a beautiful home, it was so quiet around the neighborhood, ;) The kids were playing in the snow, building forts to having snowball fights lol, my husband included :)We didn't want to leave, sadly we did but want to return soon, I have to ck the schedule ! lol will recommend to our family and friends
thank you so much , Barbara R.& family
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 5/5
business
Lake Tahoe Castle, Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408-390-4572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
Bay Area
5

Merry Christmas

Review Submitted: June 11, 2010 Date of Stay: December 2009
We stayed at the Tahoe Castle on our Christmas Vacation and loved this house! Lake Tahoe was absolutely stunning in Winter as it were but to come "home" from a long day of skiing and unwind in the steam room, pool and spa was perfect. We had so many pictures of the house but somehow all our vacation pics got deleted, and too bad because we had some really great ones. As a cook I personally enjoyed the large gas stove and easy access kitchen for all the ladies to gossip while the men played pool in the loft. One issue though, after you get home expect a
lot of nagging from the kids "Mom when are we getting a pool inside" :)
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 5/5
business
Lake Tahoe Castle, Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408-390-4572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe James
La Habra, CA
5

Dream Home

Review Submitted: April 20, 2010 Date of Stay: August 2009
We all love visiting Tahoe in the Summer or Winter and this last visit was all the more special while staying at the "Castle". The pool and steam and sauna were all so relaxing and rejuvenating. This home is quiet and private and really has the feel of Tahoe. This was a vacation within a vacation. I recommend you reserve ahead, I know this last Summer rented almost every day.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 6/6
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