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Cedar Crest - Mallard Cottage 5

House in Homewood, CA

4 guests·2 bedrooms·1.5 bathrooms
4.9 · 11 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Enjoy gatherings at the community fire pit with lake and mountain views.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Walk to the beach and bike path; 10 minutes to Tahoe City.

Group & Family Friendly

Group & Family Friendly

Bright, calming interiors offer a peaceful family-friendly retreat after adventures.

Property details

HOME HIGHLIGHTS: - Lake and Mountain views - Community Fire pit - Community Grill DETAILS: Bask in the tranquil mountain atmosphere of Lake Tahoe’s West Shore at Mallard Cottage, a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom cottage. Ideal for a family or small group, this home sleeps 4 guests and is part of Cedar Crest Cottages, a historic vacation retreat attracting visitors since the 1930s. Enjoy access to a community BBQ grill and oversized firepit with lake and mountain views. In Summer, stroll to the beach for swimming, boating, and other lake activities, or explore the area’s numerous hiking trails. Winter offers skiing less than two minutes away at the family-friendly Homewood Mountain Resort, with more varied terrain at nearby Palisades Tahoe. Tucked on the bottom level and filled with natural light, the home’s 2 guest bedrooms offer a restful retreat after adventurous days. The first bedroom has a soft king bed, while the second has a king bed that conveniently converts into 2 twin beds—both feature a TV for streaming movies and shows in comfort. In the hall closet are a washer and dryer for extended stays. The living spaces are on the second level, with beautiful wood-paneled walls painted a calming sage green and honey-hued hardwood floors. Curl up with cocktails or a bowl of popcorn on the comfy loveseat and enjoy a night together. There’s plenty of entertainment options, thanks to the streaming-enabled TV. To the side is the open kitchen, boasting high-end appliances and a 4-person wooden table with leather chairs, where guests can savor a decadent dinner and swap stories about the day. Whether guests want thrilling adventure, endless scenery, or a peaceful mountain getaway, Mallard Cottage 5 is a perfect Lake Tahoe escape. Parking for 1 vehicle makes it easy to explore the area and visit Tahoe City for restaurants, shopping, and entertainment—only 10 minutes away. For beach access, walk down West Shore Bike Path to Fern Street, cross the road, and follow the braided cement path to the beach. Book today! SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: (SLEEPS 4): FIRST FLOOR: - Guest Bedroom, King Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower Only - Guest Bedroom, King Bed that Converts to 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom with Shower Only *This home does not have air conditioning. *Please be advised that the fire pit is seasonal and is not operational during the winter months due to the heavy snowfall. Placer County STVR Compliance Requirements. Daytime Occupancy: 6 Nighttime Occupancy (begins at 9pm): 4 Parking: 1 assigned parking spot TOT # 84629 Minimum age to book this property is : 21

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

  • Patio

    Patio

Guest reviews

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Corrie

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October 2025

Lovely spot- great stay

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Zebuel

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June 2025

Nice place. Would stay here again for sure. There is a pullout couch upstairs. Wish I would have known about that!

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Ryan

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August 2024

Clean, and cozy in a compact footprint. Great location…close to bike path and walk across the street to the lake. Perfect for us with a couple exceptions…no A/C, which was advertised in the description, however the cabin faced the sun during the day and acted like a greenhouse during the day, some of the pillows were stinky, counter space in kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom were very limited. Great for our family of 4, would likely stay here again.

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Nikki

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September 2022

Great location and super clean cottage! The hosts were very helpful and I even left some necklaces of sentimental value behind while we checked out and Natural Retreats mailed them to me at no cost- 10/10!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 21

No smoking

No parties

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