A bags-game-on-the-lawn and canoe-paddles-over-the-mantle kind place – happily hosting guests since 1972.

A bags-game-on-the-lawn and canoe-paddles-over-the-mantle kind place – happily hosting guests since 1972.

Spicy music. Spicier New Orleans dishes and oh-so-good oysters at The Oyster Bar.

Granlibakken is Norwegian for ‘hill sheltered by trees.’ Makes sense cuz there's a whooole lot of 'em. PS: possible bear sightings!

Could not be any closer to the pristine beach. And the pool and hot tub are right there too. Just sayin'.

Each room has unique boutiquey flair so you’ll always be one of a kind.

Skiing, hiking, shopping, gaming – not knowing what to do next is the best kind of problem.

Set on the edge of Lake Tahoe – and steps from a ski resort – you can snow ski in the winter and water ski in the summer.

You’ve got your pick of outdoors-y to-dos around this gem, ranging from hiking to river rafting (ask the adventure concierge for a killer rec).

650-acre resort has no shortage of space to explore or vistas to take in.

Lodge-like clubhouse in Squaw Valley – gardeny setting is perfect for BBQs. Borrowable bikes and snowshoes if you’re up for an adventure.

Originally built for the 1960 Winter Olympic delegation, rustic, this place is not. Luxe linens and posh bath amenities await.

Rustic style makes you feel like Little Red Riding Hood's about to come knocking on the door.

Comfy rooms in a flawless location near the lake and within walking distance of casinos and restaurants.

Rooms rock a posh-rustic vibe complete with goose down comforters, mini-fridges and private balcony or patio (for obvious stunning-view reasons).

Spot-on location, plus a freebie shuttle for gettin’ around.

Sneak just across the border to Stateline and have some legal casino fun.

Family owned for 4 generations, perched on 4 acres, starring nearly 250 full-grown pines – yet just a mile from Tahoe City.

Authentic Mexican joint onsite (don’t leave without trying the guac) + spot-on home-style fare at the 24-hour grill (aka your eats are more than covered).

Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls at the complimentary hot breakfast make our morning.