Tahoe National Forest, Dog-Friendly, Game Room, Large Deck

The Knotty Bear is centrally located just off of Hwy 80 in the tranquil neighborhood of Emigrant Gap Acres, within the Tahoe National Forest. It offers a perfect sanctuary for individuals and families alike. With 3 bedrooms + loft, 2 full baths, a fully equipped kitchen, detached game room and a welcoming living area, this space is designed to cater to your every need. Amenities like heating, Wi-Fi, and an indoor washing machine/dryer ensure a convenient stay. Step outside to the spacious wrap around deck, an ideal spot to relax and soak in the great outdoors. Just minutes to your next adventure!

The Space

The Knotty Bear welcomes guests of all ages! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath cabin can sleep up to ten guests (6-8 adults). The thoughtful, modern touches combined with the classic cabin feel, make this a warm yet upscale experience. It’s located in the Tahoe National Forest and is within a short driving distance of Sierra Mountain's year-round activities.

The cabin is dog friendly with prior approval and an additional fee. Up to 2 housebroken adult dogs can be permitted. A $100 per stay, non-refundable fee is charged on all reservations including a dog.

Please read our house rules and cancellation policy before booking. It is HIGHLY advisable to take advantage of the opportunity to purchase travel insurance so if you must cancel outside of our allowable cancellation policy, you can still be reimbursed. Cancellation policy strictly enforced.

*Note: Like most cabins in the area, there is NO air conditioning available. Ceiling fans and floor fans are provided.*

Key Features:

• Newly renovated and furnished
• Gorgeous forest views
• Sleeps up to 10 (6-8 adults)
• Large dining table for 8 seats & 3 bar height seats at kitchen island
• 2 full bathrooms
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Indoor laundry with large capacity washer & dryer
• Large wrap-around deck with lounge seating and dining table
• 2 game rooms with ping pong table, darts, poker table, arcade game, board games, TV & more!
• Dog friendly (with prior approval and additional fee)
• Centrally located near ski resorts, snow play, hiking & bike trails, lakes, fishing, golf and more!

Sleeping Accommodations:

• Bedroom 1: Downstairs bedroom
• Queen-sized bed, two nightstands with built in USB ports/AC outlets, reading lamps, alarm clock with wireless charging/ noise machine, room darkening blinds & curtains, dresser, hanging clothes rack, luggage rack, and a bench. A tower fan and a small space heater are available for use.

• Bedroom 2: Downstairs kids bunkroom
• Two twin over twin bunk beds, a nightstand with built in USB/Type C ports/AC outlet, alarm clock with wireless charging/noise machine, reading lamps, room darkening blinds, dresser, hanging clothes rack and luggage rack. A caged ceiling fan, tower fan and a small space heater are available for use.

• Bedroom 3: Upstairs bedroom
  • King-sized bed, two nightstands, reading lamps with USB port/Type C port/AC outlet, alarm clock with wireless charging/noise machine, room darkening blinds & curtains, small desk/vanity, dresser, large closet, luggage rack and 32” TV with an Amazon Fire TV stick. A pack-n- play crib, tower fan and a small space heater are available for use.

• Loft: Upstairs open area
  • Sofa sectional with full-sized pop-up bed, side tables, 55” Smart Amazon Fire TV (Bluetooth enable for headphones), DVD player, assorted DVDs, video game console with games, and board games/puzzles.

Living Area:

The heart of the cabin! Enjoy the spacious, airy feel of the room, provided by a soaring ceiling and natural light streaming in through the large windows. Relax on the cozy sectional couch and 2 comfortable reclining lounge chairs. An electric fireplace offers warmth and ambiance. You’ll also find a 55” Smart TV for all your streaming needs. Complimentary Netflix/HBO/Amazon Prime/Disney+/Hulu subscriptions are available to keep you up to date with the latest news, shows and movies. The end table lamp also has a USB port/AC outlet and a large ceiling fan for air circulation. Whether you're looking to kick back and relax or catch up on your favorite shows, this living area has everything you need.

Kitchen:

The newly renovated kitchen is fully stocked with most anything you’d need to whip up your favorite meal! A refrigerator/freezer with filtered water/ice on the door, and craft ice spheres inside. The electric stove/oven features an UltraHeat power burner, convection baking, and air fry cooking. You’ll find numerous appliances and cookware including a microwave, dishwasher, utensils, pots/pans/bakeware, knives & cutting boards, dishes & silverware for ten guests (bowls, plates, cups, etc.), toaster, rice cooker, egg cooker, Keurig K-cup & Drip Combo Coffee Machine, electric kettle, blender, waffle maker, electric griddle, hand mixer and more! Also included is a coffee/tea bar, a full spice drawer and dishes & utensils for the little ones.
Note: There is ample room in the kitchen for all the groceries you bring. Mar-Val Sierra Market in Colfax is the nearest full-scale grocery store, but the market at Nyack Shell Station just up Hwy 80 has many basic supplies.

Dining Area:

Enjoy an open & spacious dining area with a large wood dining table with seating for eight. The kitchen island also has an additional three bar height stools. A highchair is available for use in the hallway closet.

Full Downstairs Bathroom:

This fully remodeled bathroom features a two sink vanity, two large mirrors, a toilet, and a beautiful tub/shower combo. You'll have access to basic toiletries and plush white towels. It is also equipped with soap dispensers filled with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

Full Upstairs Bathroom:

This bathroom features a one sink vanity, one mirror, a toilet, and a shower stall. You'll have access to basic toiletries and plush white towels. It is also equipped with soap dispensers filled with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.
Note: The ceiling is sloped so ceiling height may affect taller guests.

Game Room:

The detached game rooms feature a downstairs ping pong table and dart board. Upstairs you’ll find the Bear Den! Two comfortable couches, large poker table, chess/checkers table, Retro Pac-Man arcade game, 50” TV with DVD player and an assortment of DVDs (no Wi-Fi/streaming available) and numerous board games to enjoy with your family or friends.

Outdoors:

Treat yourself to many outdoor games in-between outings with the group and fun in the cabin. Choose from horseshoes, cornhole, ring toss and more! In the morning, enjoy sipping coffee amongst the trees on the wrap-around deck or a night BBQing with the family. In the spring, summer, and fall, enjoy the outdoor seating and a dining table if you prefer your meals al fresco. There's also a hammock in the front yard. (Outdoor furniture/firepit/BBQ grill/hammock are stored during the snow season, approximately October-May). 
Note: There are remnants of a firepit in the back yard, but unfortunately, due to fire risks, there are NO fires allowed in the area.

Laundry Room:

The indoor laundry room includes a full-sized, large capacity washer and dryer with a limited supply of hypoallergenic detergent pods and dryer sheets. A fold-away drying rack and numerous wall hooks are also provided.

Guest access:

Guests have access to the entire cabin and property with the exception of the owner’s supply closet in the hallway and one side of the detached garage. There is ample parking for 3-4 cars on the paved driveway, please no parking in dirt areas. Before your check-in, we will send you a code for the keyless entry door lock.
Note: There are no childproofing measures so please keep children supervised at all times, especially in the open loft area.

Other Things To Note:

• Cleaning Fee $200: The cleaning fee covers normal turnover cleaning (e.g. bedding and laundry turn over, surfaces, floors, etc.). Additional cleaning fees may be incurred for excessive messes (e.g. excessive dishes, dog hair on the furniture/beds, etc.).

• No Parties/Events: No parties or events are allowed. Any evidence/report of violation will result in a $500 penalty fee (plus any damage or extra cleaning fees) and will result in the termination of your stay without refund.

• No Smoking/Drugs: Smoking, drug use or excessive drinking is strictly prohibited. Any evidence of violation will result in a $500 penalty fee and will result in the termination of your stay without refund.

• Accessibility: Stairs are required to access the cabin.

• Pet Allergies: For guests with pet allergies, the owners and guests bring their dogs inside the cabin therefore there is dog hair, dog dander etc. We do our best to clean but it’s impossible to remove 100%. This cabin is NOT recommended for people with pet allergies or do not like homes with pets.

• Please, no food or drink in the bedrooms. Please do not rearrange the furniture.

• No unregistered overnight guests.

• Potential for noise: Some highway noise can be heard when the windows are open. It may be noticeable upon your arrival, but we find it quickly disappears into white background noise after a few minutes.

• Quiet Hours: Between the hours of 10pm and 8am, noise should be kept to a minimum.

• Rental Agreement/Security Deposit: A signed rental agreement and a $500 security deposit hold on a credit card is required to book. It is required that the person who signs the agreement is present for the entire stay. The security deposit is fully refundable at the end of a reservation assuming there is no damage to the property or additional fees incurred.

• Dog Friendly: This rental is dog friendly with prior approval and an additional fee. Up to 2 well-behaved, housebroken, adult dogs are permitted.
  • A $100 per stay, non-refundable fee is charged on all reservations including a dog. Sorry, we are not cat-friendly due to common allergies.
  • Undisclosed dogs will result in a $150 penalty fee in addition to the required pet fees.
  • Please keep dogs off the beds and furniture.
  • Old towels are provided to wipe wet/dirty paws & old sheets for the furniture.
  • Any excess mess or damage caused by your dog will be the responsibility of the registered guest(s).
  • Excessive amounts of dog hair will result in an extra minimum $100 cleaning fee in addition to the pet fee.
  • Dogs must be supervised at all times to prevent any unforeseen incidents and ensure the safety of your dog, other guests, and the property. Dogs are NOT to be left alone in the cabin under any circumstances.
  • Bring along your dog’s essentials such as food, bedding, medications, leashes, toys, and any other items needed for their comfort. Stainless steel feeding/water bowls will be provided.
  • Properly dispose of your dog’s waste in the designated waste bin.
  • Dogs must always be kept on a leash when outside.

• Winter Weather: Winter can bring heavy snowfall. Although roads are snow plowed regularly, guests should check road conditions and follow recommended guidelines for 4WD & chain requirements. During the snow season, chains are usually required or 4WD vehicles with snow tires. We make every attempt to plow the driveway for guests to accommodate parking and easy access to the cabin, but occasionally weather prevents us from doing so. When vehicles are unable to park in the driveway, guests will need to park at the bottom near the road and be prepared to walk up the driveway. If heavy snowfall happens during your stay, you may need to walk through the snow and shovel out your cars. Shoveling the stairs & pathway to the front door will need to be completed by guests, shovels are provided for your use. We will do our best to notify you of driveway access in advance of your trip so that you may prepare. For safety reasons and liability, guests should regularly clean snow and avoid ice buildup on the stairs that connect the driveway to the front door, including deck and landings. Failure to clean these areas may lead to falls and injuries. With this warning, guests take full responsibility and release liability from the property owners for any related injuries. There are shovels available for guests to use.

• Critters: Wooded areas are home to critters such as but not limited to deer, bear, squirrels, rodents, spiders, ants, bats, and insects. The presence of any such critters does not entitle the guest to a refund.

• Early/Late Check In/Out: Your designated check-in and check-out times are strictly enforced to ensure readiness for all guests. Prior approval to early check-in or late check-out must be obtained in advance.

• Trash: We share the forest with many wild critters. Please be responsible with food and/or trash. Do not leave it outside or even in your vehicles! Place full trash or recycle bags in the labeled bins inside the trash room.

• No Open Flames: The cabin is located in an extreme fire risk area. No open flames are allowed inside or outside the cabin, including but not limited to candles, wood burning campfires, charcoal BBQs, etc. The propane fire pit can be used, but must be supervised at all times.

• Wi-Fi: Provided by Starlink satellite. As with any satellite service, periodic interruptions in service can be expected.
  
  
• Phone: There is no landline phone in the cabin.
  
  
• Power: Rarely, power may go down, usually during winter storms. As with most homes in the woods, by booking you acknowledge that there is a small chance of loss of power during your stay.
  
  
• Guests pay an 8% Placer County Room Tax.