Title: Charming cottage on the River Edge! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming cottage on the River Edge! ## Photo gallery for Charming cottage on the River Edge! ![TV, fireplace, stereo - Charming cottage on the River Edge! (Markleeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933300/33933252/4c9daa2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo - Charming cottage on the River Edge! (Markleeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933300/33933252/93739bde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Charming cottage on the River Edge! (Markleeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933300/33933252/195db662.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo - Charming cottage on the River Edge! (Markleeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933300/33933252/146920c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Charming cottage on the River Edge! (Markleeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933300/33933252/3d290407.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this secluded mountain cottage, nestled on 1.5 acres near the West Carson River and surrounded by pine and aspen trees. Unwind with a gas log fireplace, YouTube TV, or explore nearby hiking trails for endless adventure. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41064 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming cottage on the River Edge! This cottage is tucked away just steps away from the West Carson River and is nestled on 1 1/2 acres with views of the surrounding mountains, pine and aspen trees. Perfect place for couples or a family. Enjoy a relaxing get away from the hustle and bustle of city life any time of the year. Location: The cottage is located off highway 88/89\. Located 4 hours from San Francisco Bay Area, 2 hours from the Sacramento Valley, 30 minutes from South Lake Tahoe, 20 minutes from Kirkwood Ski Resort, 10 minutes from Markleeville, 15 minutes from Grover's Hot Springs State Park, 30 minutes from Sierra-at-Tahoe, 25 minutes from Adventure Mountain Lake Tahoe and 30 minutes from Carson City. Cottage features: a downstairs bedroom with a king size bed, an upstairs loft with two single beds, a bathroom with a shower, a gas log fireplace, a kitchenette, a full size refrigerator, a flat screen TV over the fireplace with YouTube TV and Wi-Fi. Activities in the area are endless: Enjoy the beautiful Hope Valley any time of the year. River fishing is only steps away. Explore the 1.5 acres, right outside your door, where you can enjoy sledding on your own personal hill (situated behind the house across the meadow) and many nearby hiking trails. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are minutes away. You are close to the towns of Woodfords, Minden, Gardnerville and Markleeville. You can head into South Lake Tahoe to try your luck with gambling or to Kirkwood Ski Resort for skiing/snowboarding. You can try out the natural hot springs at the nearby Grover Hot Springs State Park or just relax and unwind with family and friends. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,064 square feet ## Similar properties ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60601400/60601387/7013138e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Woodfords Inn Markleeville - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.0 Wonderful 158 reviews £175 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=60601387&PinnedHotelID=60601387&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Romantic Cabin | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100320000/100311400/100311380/190e69b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Desolation Hotel Hope Valley Markleeville - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Gather used towels Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks Turn off the lights and lock the doors Wash dishes used during your stay and place in drying rack. Turn fireplace remote to 58 degrees on auto in winter time. Safe travels going home! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. If you would like to request a late check out please contact the owner no later than 2 hours prior to check out time. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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 Property Registration Number 7725 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Charming At River's Edge Charming Cottage at River's Edge! Cottage Charming Cottage at River's Edge! Markleeville Charming Cottage at River's Edge! Cottage Markleeville ## About the area Located in Markleeville, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Markleeville Art Gallery and Alpine County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carson Valley Golf Course and Tahoe Paradise Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Markleeville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Markleeville.dx182993) [View more Cottages in Markleeville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Markleeville-Cottages.d182993-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.76870%2C-119.83624&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MNNIDp8jtiXF1Q8LjXCktzysck0=) Markleeville, CA ### What's nearby - Turtle Rock County Park 5 min drive \- 5.1 miles - Hangman's Bridge 5 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Markleeville Art Gallery 7 min drive \- 8.0 miles - Alpine County Museum 7 min drive \- 8.0 miles - Elizabeth Coyan Park 8 min drive \- 8.2 miles ### Getting around - Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Mad Dog Cafe 3 min drive - Cutthroat Markleeville 10 min drive - Alps House Cafe 10 min drive - Hope Valley Café & Market 6 min drive - Stonefly 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming cottage on the River Edge! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Charming cottage on the River Edge!? ### What time is check-in at Charming cottage on the River Edge!? ### What time is check-out at Charming cottage on the River Edge!? ### Where is Charming cottage on the River Edge! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming cottage on the River Edge! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 97 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael C. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place Amazing peaceful location, and a beautiful place to stay. ##### Michael C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Balint 31 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Amazing place. Clean and quiet property perfect ##### Balint Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole G. 19 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful! We loved our stay! Beautiful setting, very clean and comfortable. ##### Nicole G. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith R., Concord, CA 28 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### lovely cottage We love this place and hope to return again soon. Great location for hiking. Cottage has all the amenities needed for a pleasant get-a-way. ##### Judith R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PHILIP M. 15 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place Enjoyed being able to listen to the river as it flowed by. Beautiful mountains. Grest accomondations ##### PHILIP M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian K. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Cottage My wife and I with our two kids needed a quick getaway and this was just perfect. It's a newer, well-appointed cottage, next to a larger main house. The creek is 20 yards off the back door. It's really a great place to stay while exploring Alpine County. ##### Christian K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Mountain Cottage Great location for the Death Ride to ride to/from the start/finish. It was great to have a comfortable cottage to stay in before and after such a long ride. This is probably one of the most well equipped cottage I’ve ever stayed in. Although the home doesn’t have AC, it was a non issue with the cool breeze & multiple fans provided by the owner. Mike was great and responsive with his communication. I would definitely stay here again!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle W. 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay! My husband and I had a lovely time at this cute cottage right outside of Markleeville! Nestled in a small valley, we loved hearing the river while we slept! It was clean and well appointed, and despite having no oven, between the hotplates the toaster oven, and the BBQ the owner loaned us for the weekend we were able to cook with no issues (it was a little dark in the kitchen, but a headlamp solved that.) We watched the multitude of stars and enjoyed the fire pit. We even had some bear sightings, as they evidently loved the chokeberries nearby. It was a fabulous jumping off point to our unforgettable hike to Winnemucca Lake, with lots of wildflowers still in bloom and waterfalls and streams still gushing. The high elevation was the only thing we had to adjust to. Highly recommend this rental, as it was hard to leave and among so much beauty. Yosemite was calling, but we hope to be back! Thanks so much, Mike! ##### Michelle W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiago P. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a great place to stay, in a great location, quiet, could hear the river, wind in the trees, but still a little road noise. ##### Tiago P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett P. 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great, first impression, as we made contact with the owner on the day of our arrival and received prompt responses and clear answers to our questions. Directions provided to the location also very helpful. Once we entered the cottage, kids were stoked to check out their loft, which was far beyond expectation. The entire residence appeared well cared for, modern, as well as thoughtful of guests.Property immerses you at the foot of towering mountains, a brook that runs through the front yard and the river just steps away, the highway can be heard at a distance when outside. However, inside the insulation and acoustics of the cottage so well constructed excluded any notice of that.Felt it was well worth the value, to stay, but the one thing that would make it better, which is out of the control of the owner, but in the area, would be if Grover hot springs were more reliable… ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3cd8c6ae-7267-42e9-baee-599e1a4299ca-1761169015128.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Brett P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel D., Alameda 19 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Beautiful place, very clean and comfortable. ##### Rachel D. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### melissa s. 15 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain getaway The property was amazing! ##### melissa s. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace P. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful little cottage in the most spectacular setting. It was well appointed, felt/looked very clean, and we had everything we needed. The kitchen has no stove, but they detail that in the description so we came prepared with food that was easy to make on a hot plate so that was totally fine. There’s lots of big windows to throw open and the evening breeze is lovely. The bed is comfortable and the linens felt great! As an FYI, be prepared to have very little connectivity as the wifi is pretty spotty. Not surprising in this location though, I think they do the best they can with it. At one point I had to reset the modem, and the owner was available by phone immediately to talk me through how to find it. Really nice guy. Thank you for a fabulous 3 days! ##### Candace P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scottie B. 9 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awsome vacation Awsome property ##### Scottie B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sharon g. 26 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family get away Thos was our second time staying at this property and we had a wonderful stay. It is close enough to the ski resorts, restaurants and casinos while providing a peaceful and quiet place to stay. The property is gorgeous with the rushing creek and hiking options. ##### sharon g. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally R. 1 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Special Cottage Perfectly located for skiing and backpacking. Close to Tahoe and Reno. Can't wait to go back! ##### Sally R. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi S. 17 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfectly private Fabulous cottage at the end of the road. In the aspen, all the amenities, close to places to ramble as well as great dining venues. ##### Heidi S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susana F. 7 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I loved it My stay was fantastic and what I liked most was that it was next to that small river, it was a wonderful experience. ##### Susana F. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James M. 23 Oct 2018 #### Beautiful, well appointed, and in a Gorgeous Setting Actually stayed in the main house due to a scheduling issue, but can only imagine the cottage to be just as well set up & fun to stay at! Beautiful area, and perfect for our Alpine Aspen Festival activities! Thank you Mike, we had a great time!! ##### James M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene 5 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This is a beautiful cottage right on the river, surrounded by lovely aspens and craggy cliffs. Perfect base for enjoying fall color. ##### Irene Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah R. 23 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect in every way! Mike was so gracious, accommodating and a pleasure to meet! The cottage provided everything we needed and the location was perfect! Loved the sounds of the roaring river from the backyard! We will be back! ##### Sarah R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaime H. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tucked Away Treasure This property is all and more than is described. It was a delight to sit on any side of the cottage and enjoy the sublime views. The owners are taking great care of the natural landscape. The cottage kitchen amenities were clean and classy and the linens and towels were luxurious. We hope to make this a regular trip. ##### Jaime H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel S. 13 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Getaway We booked a last minute 4 day stay here in Markleeville. We usually camp but, have an infant and decided to rent this beautiful cabin. The cabin is vey nicely built in a perfect location. All the neighbors are really friendly. Mike was very responsive and gave us some great fishing tips. My goal for the trip was for my son (4 yrs old) to catch his first trout on his own. First day he got one up by the campground and 4 more over the next few days. We drove and did a few hikes to the lakes in the Hope Valley and visited downtown Markleeville. Overall, very pleasurable experience we will definitely book again. ##### Daniel S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lee s., Running Springs,Ca 24 Aug 2018 #### Cottage in the woods! All went smoothly getting to the cottage! First impressions are important, and as we opened the door, our first impression was clean,neat and a perfect place to spend a few days! Away from everything, except trees and a river out the back door. The sounds of the river, the leaves shaking in the breeze were enough to make you forget about any worries you may have had before you got there! Everything we needed was provided and the cottage is a perfect get-away! The bed and linens were so comfortable and helped to give a great night's sleep. The "cave-like" shower was awesome. It was a little warm the days we stayed which made for slow fishing all around the area, but as they say, a bad day fishing is better than a good day at work! Sitting out one evening in the back area enjoying an adult beverage, a large beautiful chocolate brown bear came around the corner, stood up and started to eat berries off the bush! He glanced over, saw us , and lowered himself quickly and high tailed it back into the woods! He wanted nothing to do with us! What a treat! Overall, a great location away from the hustle of real life! A perfect place to hang out if you like the great outdoors and privacy! Even though we were away from everything, the WiFi and Directv didn't make us feel totally isolated, which was nice. Thanks, Mike, for a great place to stay and we're planning on coming back soon! ##### lee s. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cat D., Dana Point, CA 24 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BREATHTAKING PERFECTION !!! This property and our host, Mike, made our stay at this stunning retreat an amazing and memorable experience. Our visit coincided with historic snowfall in the Sierras, literally hundreds of thousands of tons of snow shut down highways, cut power, caused avalanches, etc. but we arrived to a freshly plowed road and driveway with even a hand-shoveled pathway to the front door through 4 foot deep blasting snow. And that was just the beginning. Our host, Mike, texted us to see that we'd arrived safely and texted again in a couple days to see if all our needs were met. They certainly were !! Every aspect of this immensely appealing little lodge is perfect. It's very clean, which to me is important and the linens and towels are far better quality than those in many hotels. The downstairs master bedroom is perfect yet the upstairs is nicely appointed as well, and can accommodate a family comfortably. The decor is current and the property doesn't show much age, especially considering the winter conditions. Both Wifi and satellite TV worked very well for us, despite the historic stormy weather. Cell coverage is spotty but our InReach satellite device worked perfectly. Unfortunately we were unable to see the creek during our stay (it was buried in the snow) but we fell asleep to its soothing sound at night and spoke about how splendid this private little treasure of a place is. The surrounding near-vertical mountains afford soaring views of boulders and pines... a photographer's dream. Aspens sprinkled around the property lend another opportunity for terrific photos or to simply enjoy their part of the endless breathtaking views. Our night vision viewing and photographing equipment worked wonderfully with low ambient lighting surrounding us. At any time of the year this home is a treasure not to be missed. Thank you to our host, Mike, for everything. And a special thank you (and kudos) to Derrick, the smiling snowplow hero of the neighborhood who cheerfully cleared our driveway daily !! With Sincere Thanks and Warm Regards... Cat and Matt ##### Cat D. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ---