Baby It's Cold Outside

Baby It's Cold Outside: California

With its dark wooden frames and surrounding woodland, this home makes for a cosy stay despite its large size. Spread across a few floors, this impressive and innovative spot is somewhere between a townhouse and a lodge. It is just outside of the city centre of Truckee, surrounded by parkland and a river that keeps you close to nature.

In winter, watch snow grace the terrain and head to one of the ski resorts surrounding Lake Tahoe. The lake itself is a family paradise in the summer months when you can kayak and swim in it.

Back home, explore the nooks and crannies on each floor before curling up with a book by the living room fireplace. Lie on the plump sofas and make use of the large bathtubs to unwind after a day of skiing. The kitchen is modern and stylish, while the terrace is the perfect spot for lunch.

Home truths:
*You'll have your own private entrance here
*Bedroom three accommodates four guests — two on the lower bunk and one on the upper bunk, plus a single trundle bed
*There is a Ring doorbell with the camera on the front door, just for security
*Your host kindly asks you to remove shoes when in the house, there is shoe storage space by the front door
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*There’s free parking on the driveway
*There is an EV electric car charger here
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace