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

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

Spring View of Castle Main Entrance

Spring View of Castle Main Entrance

The Grand Log Great Room

The Grand Log Great Room

Gourmet Kitchen with Wolf Stove, Wine Cooler and More

Gourmet Kitchen with Wolf Stove, Wine Cooler and More

View From The Loft

View From The Loft

View of The Castle at Dusk

View of The Castle at Dusk

Pool at Sunset

Pool at Sunset

Dry Sauna Room

Dry Sauna Room

Steam Room

Steam Room

Partial View Loft Game Area

Partial View Loft Game Area

Let the Games Begin!

Let the Games Begin!

Hot Tub, Rear Deck view From Loft Deck Above

Hot Tub, Rear Deck view From Loft Deck Above

Loft Twin Beds and Pullout Sofa

Loft Twin Beds and Pullout Sofa

Stairway to The Loft

Stairway to The Loft

Pool View showing Log Bar and Sauna & Steam Rooms

Pool View showing Log Bar and Sauna & Steam Rooms

Sauna and Steam (wide angle lens)

Sauna and Steam (wide angle lens)

Dining Nook in The Distance

Dining Nook in The Distance

Partial View Master Bedroom (King Size)

Partial View Master Bedroom (King Size)

Master Bath Partial View, Jacuzzi & Shower to the Left

Master Bath Partial View, Jacuzzi & Shower to the Left

Another Bedroom Partial View

Another Bedroom Partial View

Seven Little Indians top Cabinets

Seven Little Indians top Cabinets

Winter View of Castle Entrance

Winter View of Castle Entrance

Front View including South Wing

Front View including South Wing

The Lone Cowboy at the Pool

The Lone Cowboy at the Pool

  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps12
  • 2 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 - 5 nights
 

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

Current deal: either May 27-31st OR June 3-6th, $350 per night, clean $200 and 10% tax.

Nothing Compares to 'Tahoe Castle'! Enjoy your very own large private Indoor Heated Pool with Waterfall and Fireplace, special lighting and stereo. The Castle has both a Steam Room and Sauna Room and of course a Hot Tub under the stars. Magnificent open beam Log Great Room has another fireplace and the adjoining Gourmet Kitchen is well equipped. The home has 3 bedrooms plus a Large Loft area with two extra beds and a pullout sofa which is officially recognized as a 4th 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. TV in every bedroom plus Living room, plenty of cable stations plus high speed wireless Internet. The kitchen is well equipped for a feast preparation and 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! Deposit holds dates one year in advance or more, ask me anything at all. All Major Credit Cards Accepted directly with owner. Feel free to ask me anything at all.

Please note: Extreme Demand for this home, I will accept reservation with deposit a year or more in advance, just ask.

[Eldorado County Rental Permit #1034]

Clarify Rates:

You may hold dates if 90 days in advance or more with only a $500 deposit. If within 90 days full payment is due to secure reservation (exception Christmas and New Year Weeks payment due 6 months prior). Cancel prior to 90 days before your dates will only incur a 3% cancellation fee of the deposit amount, so will cost you just $15. Therefore reserving ahead is highly recommended, even a year or so in advance. This 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 may go up. There are very few homes with a pool and other comparable amenities for rent in Tahoe and ALL that I have found have rental costs considerably higher then my home.

All details will be emailed to you in my standard contract once you've chosen dates, and will clearly state all policies and fees. You are still under no obligation, nor am I, until you return it signed and complete whatever payment is due. Ask me Anything at all.

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, when if 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 confusing angle shaded calendar dates that make it difficult to know if some nights are rented or not. Easiest thing to do is simply contact me and I'll always make everything perfectly clear, don't be shy.

All terms stated in rental contract supercede any terms from anything stated elsewhere. Websites limit my input.

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About Dan

I'm semi-retired and manage this home all myself. I'm devoted to my guests and pay attention to detail. I understand your vacation time is valuable and memories made with family and friends are precious. I'm happy and proud to have enabled many hundreds of folks to enjoy 'The Castle' for years now and look forward to many more.

Dan purchased this house in 2004
Why Dan chose Pioneer Trail

Well the only other homes I have found with an indoor private pool and comparable amenities have been priced quite a bit higher. I know that management expense adds to the price. Since I do it all I keep the prices at a very fair value. One can expect to pay the same for a lot of homes of similar size...but without a pool, steam and sauna. So why stay in a regular house when you can enjoy a Castle?!

What makes this house unique

I know packing and organizing and traveling isn't always that fun. But when you find yourself floating around, listening to your favorite music, waterfall and fireplace going...you'll KNOW you're on vacation!

16 Reviews of Property 235292 in Pioneer Trail, California

'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
average rating of 4.9166665 based on 16 reviews
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
San Francisco CA USA
5

Favorite Vacation Home Ever !!

5 of 5
Submitted: April 8, 2009 Stayed: 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!
Helpful votes: 21/21
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
5

Magnificent Home

5 of 5
Submitted: October 5, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
Well as the kids say, it was awesome! The photos here are not enough to see the home is even better than what we expected, much larger. Everone spread out and found something to enjoy and that was 12 people. We all had a great time and really liked this time of year in Tahoe with fewer tourists and beautiful weather. After a nice long hike it was really nice to slip into the pool or hot tub. What a great home. We are coming back next year as well.
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
5

Winter Super Fun

5 of 5
Submitted: September 21, 2012 Stayed: March 2012
We'll never forget what a wonderful time we had at the Tahoe Castle. We all loved the pool and the steam room was great for the dry Tahoe air. I don't know what else you can think of that a house has but this one was perfect. Also the owner was a great guy to deal with. We will be back!
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
5

Paradise Found

5 of 5
Submitted: September 21, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
First time to Tahoe and super wow I think we hit it big with this home. All sorts of neat things to do and enjoy. Kids were in the pool and having so much fun that when we went out they kept wanting to go "home" to swim more. Well I highly recommend this castle for enjoying Lake Tahoe. Also renting Kayaks was really fun going into Emerald Bay.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
5

Winter Castle

5 of 5
Submitted: September 21, 2012 Stayed: March 2012
Everybody went crazy over the pool, we had some days too tired to hit the slopes and wow how cool to have a swim day. The air in Tahoe is very dry too so we liked the steam room. We had some of our most treasured memories in this house and will be returning for sure.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
5

Best Ever

5 of 5
Submitted: September 21, 2011 Stayed: 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.
Helpful votes: 3/4
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
-1

Another Happy Stay

Submitted: January 13, 2011 Stayed: 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
Helpful votes: 6/6
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
Bay Area
5

Merry Christmas

5 of 5
Submitted: June 11, 2010 Stayed: 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
Helpful votes: 6/6
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
La Habra, CA
5

Dream Home

5 of 5
Submitted: April 20, 2010 Stayed: 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
Helpful votes: 7/7
business
'Tahoe Castle' Extreme Luxury, Indoor Pool, Waterfall, Steam, Sauna
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p235292
+1 408 3904572
Pioneer Trail South Lake Tahoe
Bay Area
5

Very Impressive

5 of 5
Submitted: April 20, 2010 Stayed: January 2010
My family and friends have been traveling to Lake Tahoe now for 30 years and have stayed in nice homes and not so nice homes. This one gets our highest rating. Everyone had a great time and the amenities really set this home apart from the rest. Also to note that Dan is a great guy to rent from, very helpful and friendly. I only hope I'm not encouraging someone to rent our dates because we will be back :)
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2