Monthly Archives: June 2017

High water, high times at South Lake Tahoe

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Mark Twain’s take on Lake Tahoe:  “surely the fairest picture the whole earth affords” couldn’t be more “right on” this year. With water levels at their highest in recorded history, summer 2017 promises to be spectacular.

The perfect reason to make the Black Bear your vacation destination this year. Just minutes from the beach (located at the end of Tahoe Keys Boulevard), and situated on a quiet sunny meadow, who could ask for anything more.  North Shore tends to go to sleep early.  South Lake has more activity opportunities and promises more fun: better access to hiking, shopping, more bike trails, boat rentals, historic state parks, more lakeside restaurants and the casinos are just up the road.

Sure, we have a terrific kitchen at our cabin, but if you need a break, treat yourself to a water-view lunch or sunset Happy Hour just up the road:

Riva Grill On the Lake,  900 Ski Run Blvd Ste 3, (530) 542-2600

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Artemis Lakefront Cafe Ski Run Marina, 900 Ski Run Blvd #111,  (530) 542-3332
Boathouse on the Pier 3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd, (530) 545-4338
The Beacon Bar & Grill 1900 Jameson Beach Rd., (530) 541-0630

Most importantly, reserve your stay now, July is almost fully booked.  You’re just a click away:

http://www.turnkeyvr.com/746889

http://www.homeaway.com/746889

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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/7931349

https://www.flipkey.com/south-lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/p1409633/

Beat the heat, come refresh at world-class Tahoe. Happy summer!

 

 

 

 

South Tahoe: Good news for lovers of craft beer

Two brewpubs have just opened within walking distance. The Black Bear has always been loved for it’s location to adventure sport trails, beaches and shopping and now our location is even more desirable due to these fun new businesses.

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Check ’em out:

Lake Tahoe AleWorX

2050 Lake Tahoe Blvd Suite #2050
Open until 11:00 PM
http://www.laketahoealeworx.com/about/

South Lake Brewing Company

1920 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
http://www.southlakebeer.com

Orchids Thai is just a few blocks away if you’re looking for a quieter venue.

2180 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, http://www.orchidstahoe.com

If you’re in town on June 10, come to the inaugural Lake Tahoe Brewfest.

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Kick off the summer with craft brew tastings (4 oz.) from all over Lake Tahoe and surrounding areas, a home brewers competition, live music, arts and craft vendors, and delicious food!

Located next to the Cold Water Brewery, the festival will feature breweries from both the North and South shore of the lake, as well as other participants from Northern California and Nevada. Breweries attending:

– Cold Water Brewery and Grill
– FiftyFifty Brewing Company
– Lake Tahoe AleWorX
– Alibi Ale Works
– Sidellis Lake Tahoe Brewery and Restaurant
– South Lake Brewing Company
– Outbreak Brewing Co
– Tahoe Mountain Brewing Company
– Lagunitas Brewing Co
– Ninkasi Brewing
– Anderson Valley Brewing Company
– Auburn Alehouse Craft Brewery & Restaurant

Advance beer tasting tickets for the event are $20 ($25 at the door) and include a souvenir tasting glass making sure that you get to bring a little bit of the Brewfest home with you. Tickets purchased online will be available at Will Call starting at 11 am on June 10th, 2017. All sales are final. Visit the www.tahoebrewfest.com to learn more.

Book the Black Bear now, summer at the Lake is just getting started:

http://www.turnkeyvr.com/746889

http://www.homeaway.com/746889

http://www.vrbo.com/746889

http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/7931349

https://www.flipkey.com/south-lake-tahoe-vacation-rentals/p1409633/

Cheers!