Lakefront legacy luxury South Lake Tahoe Estate | House in South Lake Tahoe

9.8 (29 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   6 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Camp Richardson House | Lakefront legacy luxury South Lake Tahoe Estate

6 Bedroom House in Camp Richardson, South Lake Tahoe

Situated on the Private Jameson Beach shoreline, South Lake Tahoe lakefront estate showcases timeless architecture with an Old Tahoe design outfitted with modern amenities. Beautifully appointed cabinetry, custom-made by builder's craftsmen, and precision-shaped stonework are standout features of this legacy lakefront home.
Gated for privacy, the level grounds with lawn and stately Sierra trees lead to 100' of breathtaking shoreline with a private pier and two Boat buoys. Enjoy warm summer days on the water and long summer nights by the lakeside, stone fire pit, and BBQ sitting area and deck. From the foyer, the main floor is revealed. A Luxury Chef Delight Kitchen leads to the Lakeview dining area, with a temperature control Glass wine Cellar bringing the outdoors in with 10' wide folding glass doors and windows opening to a spacious lakeside deck.
The great room is dominated at its northern end by the granite boulder fireplace, Piano, and Pool table with a Lakeview window. While intimate sitting areas dot the room with a custom-designed Bar, allowing a large number of people to gather while maintaining spaces for a private conversation. A creative floor plan provides privacy on the upper floor. The primary suite opens via Custom doors to a balcony with space for two to enjoy the awe-inspiring lake views or the cozy reading nook. The ensuite bath has a solid stone bathtub with jets and unique doors. The Luxury suites on the second level also have a steam room and Lake or Garden views.
Throughout this lakefront home, design and construction were intended to have a timeless, durable elegance, enough to last many generations, a true legacy home designed by a famous New York designer.
Here is a brief history of close Emerald Bay, Camp Richardson, and Private Jameson Beach Estates.
Continue straight along Highway 89, also known here as Emerald Bay Road, while I tell you about our next stop, Camp Richardson and Private Jameson Beach Estates. It is about 3 miles.
The earliest records of ownership of the land around Camp Richardson are from 1875, when M. C. Gardner purchased several thousand acres of timber holdings from the U.S. Government and built a sawmill and railroad line there. He paid 25 cents an acre for the land. “Lucky” Baldwin bought out Gardner in the late 1800s and built a lakefront summer home for his family and the Tallac Hotel for visitors. Over the years, Lucky sold units of his land to families who built homes on adjoining properties.
One of those units was purchased in 1924 by Captain Alonzo Richardson. Richardson built cabins and a lakefront pavilion; he added a hotel in 1926 and later a dining room and gas station. In 1927, he built the long wharf, which is now used as the Richardson Resort pier just a walk from the private Jameson Beach Estate. After Richardson died in the early 1950s, the resort was passed to his widow Cora and his daughter and son-in-law, Florence and Ray Knisley. By 1967, the resort's operation was becoming more difficult and less profitable, and the family was under great pressure to sell the land for commercial development. Ray approached the United States Forest Service with the option of taking over the land. There were many back-and-forth negotiations before an agreement was reached. Today, the Richardson Marina remains privately owned, and the Camp Richardson Resort is operated under a Special Use Permit from the United States Forest Service.
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For decades now, multiple generations of families have stayed in the cabins and played on the beach at Camp Richardson, creating lasting memories.
Continue straight, roll down your windows, and take a whiff of that incredible Tahoe pine forest air! I will catch up with you when we are closer to Camp Richardson.
Tax # 075755 Permit Number 074805
This Property has a permit for 12 people. Quiet Hours start at 9:00 Pm and go until 8:00 am
No more than 4 cars onsite are allowed
There is no central AC or portable AC, only one unit for smaller properties and 2 for larger ones.

Lakefront legacy luxury South Lake Tahoe Estate is located in Camp Richardson. Lakefront legacy luxury South Lake Tahoe Estate provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lakefront legacy luxury South Lake Tahoe Estate has 6 Bedrooms , 6 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Camp Richardson has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Camp Richardson, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • 6+ bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Bidet
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water sports equipment
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
  • Arcade/game room
  • Pool or billiards table
General
  • Unit size: 7400 sq ft (687 sq m)
  • English
  • Portuguese
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Children's toys
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 29
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

John S.
Jun 21, 2025 11:06:19 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Absolutely the most stunning lakefront shoreline on the lake. Wide private sand beach and pier. Flat yard that makes life easy for all ages. Beautiful home with tons of room and great hang out spots. The grand hall with bar and pool table is incredible. We hardly left the property but when you do everything is convenient. Marina to rest jet skis is 5 min walk. Hiking Fallen Leaf lake is 10 min drive. Have stayed at many properties on the lake. This is the best. Melanie the care taker is also responsive and great! Will be back!
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