Enchanted Woods Cabin, Homewood, CA Vacation Rental (Sleeps 5)
A cozy 2-bedroom West Shore cabin at 680 Park Ave, Homewood, with a gas-burning fireplace, direct access to hiking trails, two porches with a BBQ grill, and Homewood Mountain Resort just 1.5 miles away for ski season 2026.
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Park Avenue in Homewood, CA, is a quiet residential address on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore, a small community in Placer County where the character comes from the forest, the lakeshore a short walk away, and Homewood Mountain Resort close enough to reach without planning around it. Enchanted Woods Cabin at 680 Park Ave is a 1,092 sq ft two-bedroom cabin with a gas-burning fireplace in the living room, a dining kitchen that seats 8, a laundry room off the kitchen, direct access to hiking trails from the property, and two outdoor porches, the front for morning coffee and the back for evening grilling.
Homewood Mountain Resort is 1.5 miles away. Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows are 12 miles north for 2026 ski days that require bigger terrain. The Tahoe Maritime Museum and Chambers Landing are both a short drive along CA-89.
A laid-back West Shore Tahoe weekend for a family or small group, this is the property and the address for it. Book directly through MG Vacation Rentals and pay less than Airbnb or Expedia rates.
Enchanted Woods Cabin at a Glance
Why Families and Ski Trip Groups Book Enchanted Woods Cabin
Direct Access to Hiking Trails from the Property
The listing is specific: Enchanted Woods Cabin has direct access to hiking trails from the property boundary. For hiking-oriented families and outdoor groups, this removes the drive-to-trailhead requirement that most Homewood rental addresses still impose. The West Shore trail network connects toward Sugar Pine Point State Park to the north and the Meeks Bay area to the south, both accessible without loading the car from this address.
Homewood Mountain Resort 1.5 Miles Away
Homewood Mountain Resort is 1.5 miles from Park Avenue, a short drive or a long, flat walk along CA-89. For families with children skiing at Homewood for the first time, or for couples who want a single, uncrowded West Shore mountain rather than the larger resort crowds at Palisades Tahoe, this proximity is the defining logistical advantage of the Enchanted Woods Cabin address. No resort parking stress, no lift line anxiety, just a 1.5-mile drive and a local mountain with Lake Tahoe views from every run.
A Kitchen That Seats Eight in a Cozy 1,092 Sq Ft Cabin
The kitchen at Enchanted Woods Cabin seats 4 at the dining table and 4 more at the breakfast bar, a total of 8 seats in a cabin that sleeps 5. For families where mealtimes are the social anchor of a Tahoe weekend, the kitchen-to-dining ratio at this address is noticeably generous relative to the property's overall size. The fully equipped setup with dishwasher, oven, stovetop, microwave, and coffee maker supports real cooking rather than just reheating.
Two Porches: Front for Morning, Back for Evening
The front porch at Enchanted Woods Cabin faces the wooded Park Avenue setting — the right orientation for morning coffee in the forest before the day starts. The back porch has the BBQ grill and the outdoor dining setup for evening meals in the tree-surrounded back garden. Two porches serving two distinct daily purposes is better than one large deck that handles neither optimally.
Two Bedrooms Built for Families - Every Sleeping Arrangement Covered
Master Bedroom
Queen Bed on the Second Floor
The master bedroom is upstairs with a queen bed and access to the shared shower and tub combo bathroom on the second floor. A quiet, comfortable room for the adults in the group with natural light and easy bathroom proximity throughout the stay.
Bedroom 2
Twin Over Full Bunk for Kids and Flexible Groups
The second upstairs bedroom has a twin/full bunk bed, full-size on the lower bunk for an older child or adult, twin on the upper for a younger child. Both bedrooms share the one full bathroom on the second floor. A half bathroom sits off the kitchen on the first floor for main-floor convenience.
Living Spaces and Kitchen - Cozy, Connected, and Built for a Weekend
The main floor at Enchanted Woods Cabin connects the kitchen, dining area, and living room in an open layout that keeps the group in contact regardless of what each person is doing. The gas fireplace anchors the living room end, the gathering point for ski-season evenings and cold shoulder-season weekends.
Gas fireplace: In the living room, gas means instant warmth without prep. The Expedia photo caption confirms the fireplace and TV share the main living wall, creating the cabin’s primary evening setup
Living room: Large sectional-style comfortable seating, large flat-screen TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick for streaming. No cable service, guests bring their own Fire TV Stick login credentials
Kitchen: Fully equipped with fridge, oven, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, and coffee/tea maker. The 8-seat dining capacity makes the kitchen the genuine social centre of the cabin
Laundry room: Off the kitchen on the first floor, in-unit washer and dryer for multi-night family stays where ski gear and children’s clothing both require mid-stay washing
Free WiFi: Throughout the 1,092 sq ft property
Outdoor Spaces - Two Porches, a BBQ Grill, and Trail Access
The two-porch configuration and the direct hiking trail access give Enchanted Woods Cabin an outdoor footprint that extends well beyond its 1,092 sq ft interior. The front porch and back porch serve different purposes throughout the day; the trail access extends the outdoor footprint beyond the property boundary entirely.
Front porch
Outdoor seating in the wooded Park Avenue setting, morning coffee, afternoon reading, the kind of quiet outdoor sitting that a cabin vacation is supposed to provide
Back porch
BBQ grill and outdoor seating, evening grilling in the back garden with the forest surrounding the property
Direct trail access
Hiking trails accessible from the property, the West Shore trail network toward Sugar Pine Point State Park to the north, and the Meeks Bay shoreline to the south
Outdoor furniture
Porch furniture available in warmer months, may be limited in heavy winter snow; confirm with MG Vacation Rentals for late-season bookings
No outdoor fires beyond BBQ
Placer County STR regulations prohibit all fire pits and open-flame outdoor cooking. Fines apply. The indoor gas fireplace is the only additional fire option.
Full Amenity List
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Sleeping | 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, sleeps 5, bedsheets provided |
| Kitchen | Fully equipped, fridge, oven, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, cookware |
| Living | Gas fireplace, flat-screen TV, Amazon Firestick (own login), dining for 8 |
| Outdoor | Front porch (seating), back porch (BBQ grill), direct trail access |
| Laundry | In-unit, washer and dryer in the kitchen |
| Parking | On the driveway, no RVs |
| Tech | Free WiFi, Amazon Firestick |
| Policies | No pets, no AC, no cable, min age 25, STR22-5049 |
Where Is Enchanted Woods Cabin in Homewood, CA?
Homewood is a small West Shore community in Placer County, California, a quiet residential stretch of CA-89 between Tahoe City to the north and Tahoma to the south. Park Avenue runs east-west from the highway toward the lake, through a wooded residential area with Homewood Mountain Resort visible from the road.
- Homewood Beach: Short walk, the closest public beach access from Park Avenue
- Homewood Mountain Resort: 1.5 miles, the West Shore’s local ski mountain; uncrowded, Lake Tahoe views from the summit and every major run
- Chambers Landing Bar and Grill: Short drive south, the iconic West Shore pier bar for summer evenings
- Tahoe Maritime Museum: A short drive, the West Shore cultural anchor covering Lake Tahoe’s boating history
- West Shore Cafe: Short drive, casual lakeside dining for daily meals during a stay
- Sugar Pine Point State Park: Short drive north, old-growth pine forest, hiking, and the Hellman-Ehrman Mansion
- Meeks Bay: ~10 minutes south, a broad, shallow West Shore public beach for swimming
- Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows: ~12 miles, ~20 min north via CA-89, for full-day ski sessions requiring bigger terrain than Homewood
- Emerald Bay State Park: ~8 miles south, ~15 min, one of the most photographed locations in California
Closest to Park Ave
Pier bar, seasonal
Within State Park
Broad, shallow beach
Quieter option
Ski Resorts Near This Homewood West Shore Cabin
Homewood Mountain Resort
1.5 miles. The West Shore's local ski mountain, uncrowded, Lake Tahoe views from the lift, and every major run. The defining ski advantage of the 680 Park Ave address for the 2026 ski season groups. Book lift tickets on the Homewood Mountain Resort official site before peak dates.
Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows
~12 miles, ~20 minutes north via CA-89. Two interconnected resorts on a single lift pass, over 6,000 combined acres. The destination for full-day ski sessions when Homewood's terrain doesn't cover the group's complete winter ambitions.
Nearby Attractions Worth Planning Around
Homewood Mountain Resort - 1.5 Miles
More than a ski resort, Homewood Mountain Resort is the West Shore’s year-round outdoor activity anchor, with skiing and snowboarding in the 2026 winter season, hiking in summer, and mountain bike access in warmer months. The Lake Tahoe views from the Homewood summit are among the most expansive on any Tahoe ski mountain. Check the Homewood Mountain Resort official site for current 2026 season lift status and trail conditions.
Chambers Landing Bar and Grill
A short drive south on CA-89, Chambers Landing is one of the most atmospheric summer stops on the West Shore, a historic pier bar accessible by boat or car, open seasonally. For families staying at Enchanted Woods Cabin, a late-afternoon walk out onto the Chambers Landing pier is the kind of West Shore-specific experience that distinguishes this area from the busier North Shore.
Tahoe Maritime Museum
A short drive from Park Avenue, the Tahoe Maritime Museum covers the history of boating on Lake Tahoe through restored vintage vessels and photography. According to gotahoenorth.com, the museum operates seasonally. A practical 1-2 hour cultural activity for stays that include a rainy day or for families who want a structured morning activity before the afternoon beach or trail time.
Sugar Pine Point State Park
A short drive north on CA-89, Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine Point State Park offers old-growth pine forest hiking, a public beach, and the Hellman-Ehrman Mansion open seasonally for tours. According to parks.ca.gov, the park operates year-round. For families with children who want structured natural exploration beyond the cabin’s direct trail access, the state park extends the hiking options and adds the mansion visit as a cultural dimension.
Restaurants and Grocery Near Enchanted Woods Cabin
The Incline Village commercial strip is 10 minutes from Dale Drive and covers the full range of group dining and grocery needs.
West Shore Cafe
Short drive, casual lakeside dining for daily meals without formality. The practical dinner option for families who want good food without a long evening out.
Swiss Lakewood Restaurant Tahoe
Short drive, the West Shore's most notable dining destination. Worth a reservation for the group's signature dinner mid-stay.
Shadyside Lounge
Short drive, casual drinks and food for the evening; the group wants a bar over a restaurant.
Chambers Landing Bar and Grill
Short drive south, pier setting, summer seasonal. The best evening atmosphere on the West Shore for a mid-stay social stop.
West Shore Market
Short drive. The closest grocery option for mid-stay restocking without driving into Tahoe City, useful for a full week's worth of kitchen stocking at the Enchanted Woods Cabin address.
Getting to Enchanted Woods Cabin
Manager's Note
The Amazon Firestick in the living room requires your own login; write it down or have it accessible before you arrive. The TV has no cable service, so the Firestick is the only streaming option. Homewood Mountain Resort is 1.5 miles from Park Avenue, a 3-minute drive that takes longer than it reads because CA-89 can back up at the resort entrance on peak ski weekends. Leave earlier than the 3-minute logic suggests.
House Rules and Policies
Check-In, Check-Out, and Rental Agreement
Check-in at 4:00 PM, check-out at 10:00 AM. An e-signed rental agreement is required before check-in access is granted. The contract protects the cabin from guest damage and must be signed within 48 hours of booking.
Maximum Occupancy and Events
Maximum 5 guests overnight. No parties or events. Park Avenue is a quiet Homewood residential neighbourhood; noise disturbances will result in termination of the stay.
Minimum Rental Age
25 years minimum. All guests under 25 must be accompanied by an adult 25 or older throughout the stay.
No AC and No Outdoor Fires
No air conditioning. Placer County STR regulations prohibit all outdoor fires and fire pits beyond the provided BBQ grill. Fines apply. The indoor gas fireplace is the only additional fire option.
Parking
Plenty of on-site driveway parking available. No RVs, fifth wheels, or street parking permitted under local Placer County regulations.
Cancellation Policy and Weather
No refunds, cancellations, or credits for any reason, including COVID-19, poor air quality, road conditions, closures, or weather events. West Shore CA-89 can close in heavy winter snow. Trip insurance is strongly recommended, particularly for ski season bookings. All prices include all fees, with no hidden charges.
No Pets
No animals of any kind at Enchanted Woods Cabin. Contact MG Vacation Rentals for pet-friendly alternatives across the West Shore portfolio.
About Murat Gocmen - Managing the Homewood Micro-Community Directly
Murat Gocmen has managed North Shore Lake Tahoe vacation rentals for years, and Enchanted Woods Cabin at 680 Park Ave represents his presence on the West Shore, a smaller, quieter community than Incline Village or Kings Beach, where the operational details are more specific and less documented.
Murat’s team knows the Homewood Mountain Resort lift line pattern on ski weekends (leave before 9 AM), the West Shore Cafe’s no-reservation policy at peak hours, and the CA-89 road closure pattern when a heavy snow event hits. He manages this Park Avenue cabin directly. When you book through MG Vacation Rentals rather than Expedia or Airbnb, you access that specific local knowledge, and you pay less.
What Guests Are Saying About Enchanted Woods Cabin
Why Direct Booking at Enchanted Woods Cabin Makes the Most Practical Sense
No Airbnb or Expedia service fee, the rate at MG Vacation Rentals is the all-in rate; no platform markup added
Direct team contact before arrival, Firestick login reminder, parking confirmation, Homewood resort conditions update, all available through a real phone number and email
Welcome basket at check-in, included with every direct booking; not available through any third-party platform
Honest listing, the cabin is 1,092 sq ft, sleeps 5, has no cable and no AC; what you read here is what you find at 680 Park Ave
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Frequently Asked Questions About Enchanted Woods Cabin
Enchanted Woods Cabin has 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms at 680 Park Ave in Homewood, CA, on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore. The property is 1,092 sq ft and sleeps 5 guests with a gas-burning fireplace, direct hiking trail access, and Homewood Mountain Resort 1.5 miles away.
The property sleeps 5 guests. The master bedroom (upstairs) has a queen bed. Bedroom 2 (upstairs) has a twin/full bunk bed. Both bedrooms share one full bathroom on the second floor; a half bathroom is on the first floor off the kitchen. Contact MG Vacation Rentals with any bedding configuration questions.
No. Pets are not allowed at Enchanted Woods Cabin. Contact MG Vacation Rentals for pet-friendly West Shore and North Shore alternatives in the portfolio.
Homewood Mountain Resort is 1.5 miles from 680 Park Ave, approximately a 3-minute drive along CA-89. The West Shore’s local ski mountain has Lake Tahoe views from the summit and every major run. Book 2026 lift tickets directly at the Homewood Mountain Resort official site before peak season dates.
Homewood Beach is a short walk from Park Avenue, approximately 5-10 minutes on foot. It is the closest publicly accessible beach to Enchanted Woods Cabin and the most practical lake access option during a summer stay without needing a car.
Enchanted Woods Cabin does not have a hot tub. The property’s standout features are the gas-burning fireplace, direct trail access, two outdoor porches, a kitchen that seats 8, and Homewood Mountain Resort 1.5 miles away. Contact MG Vacation Rentals for hot-tub properties in the West Shore portfolio.
Yes. Book through MG Vacation Rentals at the booking link below. Direct booking removes the Airbnb or Expedia service fee from your total; all fees are already included in the displayed rate. Direct booking also includes the welcome basket at check-in and direct access to Murat’s local team throughout your stay.
Minimum stay varies by season. Ski season weekends and summer peak dates typically carry a 2-3-night minimum. Check the live availability calendar at the booking link below for your specific 2026 travel dates.
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2 bedrooms, gas fireplace, direct trail access, BBQ porch, Homewood Mountain Resort 1.5 miles, and Palisades Tahoe 12 miles north. 9.0/10 across 19 reviews. All fees included, book direct below and save the platform fee.
