| the cozy, casual quarters come with gas fireplaces and coffeemakers, plus ipod docks, flat-screen tvs and complimentary wi-fi. most rooms have balconies or patios, while some add lake views and direct beach access. set on the south shore of lake tahoe, this laid-back resort is 2 miles from both harrah's lake tahoe casino and heavenly mountain resort. there are 2 restaurants and a tiki bar, plus meeting/event space and laundry facilities. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a pier and a marina with jet ski and kayak rentals. parking is free
Reno-Tahoe International Airport 1 hr 10
Van Sickle Bi-State Park (6 min)
Natural area on the California-Nevada border with hiking & equestrian trails & historic buildings. Vikingsholm (29 min)
This 38-room manse offers tours from Memorial Day through late September, plus a public beach area. Mount Tallac (21 min)
9,739-ft. mountain offering several winter & summertime hiking trails through scenic surrounds. Eagle Falls (23 min)
A short hike leads to this dramatic tired waterfall cascading down a pine-studded granite cliff. Desolation Wilderness (23 min)
Mountainous landscape stretching 12.5 mi., with peaks, forests, a lake & black bear population. Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (4 min)
Forest, lake, wilderness, camping, and backpacking Lakeside Beach (7 min) Tahoe Keys (11 min)
Marina and lake Heavenly Mountain Resort (7 min)
Skiing, lake, ski resort, snowboarding, and mountain Pope Beach (15 min)
This quaint beach with dunes & pine trees lends itself to swimming, boating, cycling & picnics. Emerald Bay State Park (24 min)
Landmarked in 1994 for its glacier-carved granite, this park features panoramic views of the lake. Montbleu Resort, Casino and Spa (7 min)
Plush rooms & suites with lake or mountain views, plus a pool, a spa, restaurants & live music. D. L. Bliss State Park (27 min)
Campsite featuring coin-operated showers & lockers, conveniently located near a pristine lake. Heavenly Gondola (5 min)
Panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on a 2.4-mile sightseeing lift to a viewing deck with a cafe & a shop. Fallen Leaf Lake (18 min)
Deep national-forest glacial lake stretching nearly 3 miles, popular for boating, fishing & camping. | 
