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Mt. Jola by AvantStay | Walk to Lifts + Historic 1955 Charm | Olympic Valley, Palisades Tahoe

House in Olympic Valley, CA

10 guests·5 bedrooms·4 bathrooms
4.9 · 28 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Walk to ski lifts and village, simplifying mountain-day adventures.

Style & Comfort

Style & Comfort

Historic, eclectic interiors create a cozy, nostalgic mountain retreat.

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Sprawling patio under pines invites shared meals and sunsets.

What guests are saying

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4.9

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 28 reviews

Guests consistently praise the unique character and spaciousness of this property, highlighting its suitability for large groups. The well-equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms enhance the experience, making it ideal for ski trips. Many appreciate the responsive communication from the management and the property's amenities, including entertainment options. Visitors enjoy the ski-in/ski-out convenience and the beautiful surroundings, often expressing a strong desire to return for future stays.

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Property details

Some rentals are just places to sleep; Mt. Jola is a piece of local history you get to live in for a few days. Built in 1955, this Olympic Valley home once housed reporters covering the 1960 Winter Olympics, and it still wears that era proudly. Step inside and you're somewhere — and sometime — else: eclectic, old-school interiors layered with colorful art, patterned wallpaper, and wood on nearly every surface. Even the beams have a backstory; as the home's lore goes, they once framed the railroad tunnels of Donner Summit. The whole place has the feel of an oversized treehouse. A charming library nook doubles as a workspace for anyone who has to check in with the real world, big windows pull the surrounding forest inside, and a sprawling patio stretches out under the pines for slow mornings and long evenings in the mountain air. Best of all, you're right in the heart of it. The ski lifts and the Village at Palisades Tahoe sit within walking distance, so you can ski, drop your gear, and wander over to the shops and restaurants without ever moving the car. After a day on the mountain, the village's spots for a bite or an après-ski drink are an easy stroll away — then it's back to your very own slice of Olympic Valley history provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service! Situated in the snowy Sierra Nevada Mountain range straddling the border between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe offers stunning panoramic scenery and year-round adventure. Visitors flock here especially to ski and snowboard on dramatic slopes that seem to fall into the abyss of the lake’s cobalt blue water. Whether you’re looking for a day in the mountains or a booze cruise on the lake, you can have it all in Tahoe. Nearby Attractions: William Kent Beach, Kilner Park (Hiking and Biking), Palisades Tahoe, Pete n’ Peters (nightlife), Eagle Falls Trail (Hiking), Lighthouse Spa, Fire Sign Cafe, Inspiration Point Vista (Lookout Point). Home Truths: - Due to extreme wildfire risk, any type of outdoor wood burning fireplaces, fire pits, or charcoal grills are strictly prohibited. Violations will result in fines starting at $5,000 per Lake Tahoe short term rental regulations. - Please note that all outdoor furniture and amenities, including grills, are seasonal and available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. - This home does not have AC. - Please be aware that there are connectivity issues with the Wifi due to the location of this home. - This home has a max overnight occupancy of 12 guests and a max daytime occupancy of 18 guests. - Place all garbage in trash bins located in the woodshed. Make sure the door is firmly closed to prevent bears from entering. - Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request. - Firewood is not provided at this home. - Construction may occur at neighboring properties or nearby roads without prior notice, especially during summer months in the Lake Tahoe area. These projects are outside our control and we do not receive advance notice. Parking Details: - Maximum of 2 vehicles permitted. - 1 vehicle may park on the right side of the house before the gate. - 1 vehicle may use the single parking pass and park in the designated area before the bridge. - No additional parking passes are available. - The remaining parking spaces before the bridge are reserved for full-time residents, and unauthorized vehicles are subject to towing. - Guests with additional vehicles must arrange off-site parking at their own expense (e.g., paid parking at the Palisades Village/hotel, subject to availability). - The parking pass can be found on the kitchen counter. The parking permit MUST BE RETURNED or a $250 FEE will be imposed - No street parking allowed. - Violations result in fines of $1,000 and up, and revocation of the permit after three or more violations. --- The room configuration is as follows: Primary Bedroom / Queen bed Bedroom 2 / Queen bed Bedroom 3 / Queen bed Bedroom 4 / King bed Bedroom 5 / King bed Living Room / Two sofa beds --- This is a smoke-free property.. As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation. Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees. There is nothing more important to us at than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions. As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards. IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit. We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking ​​​​​​​Permit: STR21-81210 Pets - not allowed

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer and dryer

    Washer and dryer

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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Taylor

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May 2025

Incredible location and a beautiful home with a mountain touch. We had the best stay and the team was very responsive.

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Ken

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March 2025

We liked the house and its location, which is built into the hill and quite interesting. The house was spacious and allowed 5 of us to stretch out and not feel at all cramped. Kitchen was well appointed and there were great views from some of the rooms. The house is definitely ski out, with the Sunnyside trail about 100 yards up a small incline to reach. However, when Upper Mountain Lifts are closed, you can not ski back to the house since you can't get to Sunnyside trail. If the Upper Mountain is open, you can ski back and walk down 1-2 minutes tot he house. When the lifts didn't cooperate due to winds, we walked up from the Palisades Village, which is about a 10 minute walk. While there is an on-call shuttle through Palisades Tahoe, they couldn't run up the road when it was slippery (understandable) so we walked. Otherwise, the house was great and AvantStay was responsive to questions and supported our stay well. I would recommend this house.

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Melissa

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February 2025

Perfect spot for our group’s ski trip! Location was fabulous and the house had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again if we’re back in Tahoe!

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Zongqi

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January 2025

Close to the tram, recommended!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 25

No smoking

No parties

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