Tahoe National Forest, Dog-Friendly, Game Room, Large Deck, Centrally Located | Cabin in Emigrant Gap

10.0 (6 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Alta Cabin | Tahoe National Forest, Dog-Friendly, Game Room, Large Deck, Centrally Located

3 Bedroom Cabin in Alta, Emigrant Gap

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 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.
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 available.*
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: 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 in the closet.
• Bedroom 2: 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 3: 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.
• 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. (Outdoor furniture/firepit/BBQ is 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 wood fires allowed in the area.
Laundry Room:
The 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.
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 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.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
• 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%.
• Rental Agreement/Deposit: A signed rental agreement & 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. Third-party bookings are not allowed and will result in immediate cancellation. The security deposit is fully refundable at the end of a reservation if there is no damage to the property or additional fees incurred.
• Dog Friendly: This rental is dog friendly with prior approval & 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 pets will result in a $150 penalty fee in addition to the required pet fees.
• Winter Weather: Winter can bring heavy snowfall. 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. We recommend parking at the bottom of the driveway during the winter season. Shoveling the stairs and 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. Do NOT park in the street. Caltrans may impose a fine or even tow your vehicle.
• 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.
• 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.
Placer County TOT Certificate No. 83937

Tahoe National Forest, Dog-Friendly, Game Room, Large Deck, Centrally Located is located in Alta. Tahoe National Forest, Dog-Friendly, Game Room, Large Deck, Centrally Located provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Internet, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This Cabin features Balcony/Terrace, Internet, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Tahoe National Forest, Dog-Friendly, Game Room, Large Deck, Centrally Located has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 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 rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, 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. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alta has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Alta, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Handrails in stairways
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Table tennis
  • Video library
General
  • Recycling
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 2068 sq ft (192 sq m)
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • English
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Travel crib
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Cirby C.
Jul 20, 2025 05:19:28 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The Knotty Bear is exceptional! The attention to detail & amenities they offer are over the top! From the s’mores kit to FULL kitchen & bathrooms we were pleasantly surprised. Even my 15 year old son kept mentioning how awesome the place was. We will definitely stay again. Thank you!!
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