Are you nervous about what could happen if you couldn’t make your trip and what are some covered reasons for Trip Cancellation/Interruption?

There are many different types of trip insurance available, but Trip Cancellation and Interruption protection is the most important benefit you should look for. If your trip has to be cancelled for covered reasons such as illness, accident, death of a family member or traveling companion, jury duty, weather conditions which cause delay/ cancellation of travel or fire or flood in your home, this coverage protects your investment and will reimburse the normally non-refundable payments you make for your vacation rental, airline tickets and other covered travel related fees.

If you miss your planned departure for a covered reason, you may also be covered for additional travel expenses to reach your destination. If you have to interrupt a trip due to a covered illness, this insurance will cover your transportation home. Please see InsureMyTrip.com for details on this coverage.

DIRECTIONS
From San Francisco Airport:
1)  Start out going WEST on  departing flights towards DOMESTIC TERMINAL EXIT by turning left = .19 miles
2)  Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto DOMESTIC TERMINAL EXIT = .04 miles
3)  Stay straight to go onto DOMESTIC TERMINAL EXIT = .17 miles
4)  Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto AIRPORT EXIT = .15 miles
5)  Take the US-101 N/I-380 W ramp towards I-280/SAN FRANCISCO / SAN BRUNO = .12 miles
6)  Keep LEFT at the fork in the ramp = .22 miles
7)  Merge onto US-101 N = 11.03 miles
8)  Take I-80 E towards BAY BRIDGE / OAKLAND / SEVENTH ST / US-101 N = .09 miles
9)  Merge onto I-80 E = 81.18 miles
10)  Take CAPITAL CITY FRWY towards SACRAMENTO / SOUTH LAKE TAHOE = .15 miles
11)  Merge onto CAPITAL CITY FRWY = 5.05 miles
12)  Stay straight to go onto US-50 E = about 110 miles.  Go past all the casinos (Harrah’s, Harvey’s, Horizon, Caesar’s and Lakeside Inn).  You will see Roundhill Shopping Center, with Safeway grocery store on your right, about a mile up the road.  Another 4 miles and you will see Zephyr Cove Resort on the left.  The entrance to Skyland is about a mile past the stop light at the Resort.  When you see the fence with brick columns topped by carriage lanterns and scalloped wood fence, you will know that the entrance is near.  There is a left turn lane to make the turn safer.
13)  Turn LEFT into Skyland at Tahoe St.
14)  Make an immediate LEFT onto Myron.

From Reno / Tahoe Airport:
1)  Start out going West on E PLUMB LN towards DURHAM RD by turning right
2)  Turn LEFT to take the US-395 S ramp toward CARSON CITY.
3)  Merge onto US-395 S
4)  Take the US-395 S exit- exit number 578 - towards VIRIGINIA CITY / CARSON CITY / SO LAKE TAHOE.
5)  Merge onto US-395
6)  Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto US-50
7)  Continue up the hill past Spooner Summit and the highway will veer off to the left.  You will be passing Glenbrook and Cave Rock before you see the fence which indicates the entrance to Skyland.  The fence has brick columns with carriage lamps on the top and then the wood fence scallops between the columns.  When you see the fence, start slowing down and you should see a sign that says Tahoe St.  Turn RIGHT into the development.
8)  Make an immediate left onto Myron.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
1)  The thermostat is located in the pool room on the downstairs level.
2)  There is extra toilet paper in each of the bathroom cabinets.
3)  There is laundry detergent in the laundry room
4)  The house is fully stocked with linens so there is no need to bring sheets, blankets, or towels.  The kitchen has a full supply of pots and pans, dishes, glasses, utensils, etc.  There is a dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, can opener,  blender, toaster, hand mixer, etc. We have also supplied a full set of spices, wax paper, plastic wrap, and foil, as well as dishwasher detergent and liquid detergent. We try to keep these items fully stocked, however there are times when these items are used up without our knowledge. If something is not there, please let us know so that we can restock. Also, please tell us via a phone call or e-mail and not the guest book since sometimes there are weeks that go by before I read it.
 5)  The bathrooms have liquid soap at the sinks, bar soap in each bath tub, toilet paper, Kleenex, and plenty of towels.
6)  There are beige hot tub towels for your convenience
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8)  Please make sure you lock the hot tub whenever you leave it, for the safety of your party and also for the safety of the neighborhood children.
9)  It is very important to note that it is imperative that you take a shower before going into the spa.  If the spa is entered too many times with lotions, sun screen, etc., it makes the chemicals lose their potency and when the spa is serviced again, instead of just adding the chemicals, the spa company has to completely drain the spa and possibly even scour it down.  For this reason, if the spa needs to be drained, the cost of $45 will be deducted from your security deposit!
10)  The problem of garbage has become our biggest problem. As a result, we have removed the outside “bear box garbage receptacle. The Homeowners’ Association is becoming really upset by the bears being attracted to the garbage. As a result, there were two incidents this summer of bears actually breaking into homes in the Tahoe area. Since bears are attracted to anything with an aroma, please do not leave food or garbage outside. We now will leave the garage door open so that our guests can bag up their garbage and leave it in the garage for housekeeping to remove. Since the door has a lock on it (our guests were not able to access the garage before), we will leave a key in the door so that it will not accidentally get locked. Please leave the key there. Thank you in advance.
11)  Housekeeping problems may be addressed by calling me at (775) 588-5729, or by calling Ruben Zavala at (530) 544-3664, or his pager (530) 494-2055.
12)  Spa problems may be addressed by Tahoe Pool Service & Supply at (530)  541-4958.
13)  Whenever there is a housekeeping problem or spa problem, please let us know so that we can address the situation. If there is something amiss, we need to know.
14)  We have had a problem with the electrical circuit blowing (the two bedrooms over the garage and the hallway) when too much power is drawn. Unfortunately, Sierra Valley Electric said that it would be excessively expensive to re-wire into more circuits. The problem seems to happen when people have the TV’s on and then try to iron or blow-dry their hair. In the case that this happens, the circuit breaker box is in the closet under the staircase. Re-set the breaker and you should be fine. Any questions on how to do it, call me, or as Ruben how to do it at (530) 544-3664. He has fixed it before, so know where it is and how to do it. Keep in mind that he charges $45 to come out to the house to fix it.
15)  Please have a wonderful time in this beautiful home, but at the same time please respect this home and also the neighbors!  All the neighbors are aware that this is a rental and have been instructed to call us (or the police if we can’t be reached) in the case of any rowdiness.  I know you would understand why we have to protect this very special place. There is now a large financial penalty to the owners for noise pollution caused by guests between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. If we are informed of a problem by the homeowners’ association or the police, the entire $500 security deposit will be forfeited. Please understand that Lake Tahoe is trying to balance the interests of the local residents with the desires of the vacation renters who are in Lake Tahoe for an enjoyable getaway.
16)  Please sign the guest book, telling us about all your great memories, where you’re from, etc.,  but please do not remove it from the house. It is very special to the owners and it also for the benefit of those who come later.
17)  Please remember to replace the keys in the lockbox at the end of your stay.
 

BEFORE YOU LEAVE
1)  Please do not re-make your bed since the cleaners do not know how many people stayed in the house. In the same vein, if you used the pull out sleeper sofa, remove the linens and put them in the laundry room.
2)  Leave soiled towels either in the bathroom piled up, or in the laundry room.
3)  Make sure the hot tub is closed and locked.
4)  Unplug the kitchen appliances.
5)  Place dishes in the dishwasher and run. Wash the kitchen counter and stove.
6)  Make sure all windows and doors are locked.
7)  Leave the lamp by the front door and the outside porch lights on.
8)  Bag up the garbage and leave it in the garage.
9)  Check all dressers, closets, and in and under beds for personal items. We cannot promise that personal items left behind can be returned.
10)  If you have moved any furniture, return it to where it was found.
11)  Leave the garage door controller on the kitchen counter.
12)  Replace the keys in the lockbox.

NICE TO KNOW PLACES AND ENTERTAINMENT:
Some of the highlights that we have enjoyed (I will add others as our guests report about their favorites, so please report in):

FOOD:
1)  Our favorite place for reasonable meals is the Lakeside Inn.  Their breakfast special is $2.99 for 2 eggs, choice of 2 strips of bacon or sausage, and choice of pancakes, French toast, or hash browns and toast.  In addition they have a daily special, which is wonderful for $4.99 (Our favorite is prime rib, eggs, hash browns and toast.  Yummy!)  For dinner, they have a wonderful prime rib dinner for $7.99, and other choices which are also reasonably priced.
2)  If you want a special night out, try the Edgewood at the Edgewood Golf Course.  Since it is right on the lake, it has a spectacular view, and the dinners run up to $24.95.  You have to plan in advance for this treat because it books up early!!
3)  Café Fiore is a little hole in the wall with fabulous food.  It’s prices run from the mid teens to the mid 20’s.
4)  The Red Hut is one of the locals favorite stops for breakfast and lunch.  The wait can be long, but there are 2 locations.  One is in South Lake Tahoe on Hwy 50 in California, and the other is on Kingsbury Grade in Stateline, Nv.
5)  Frank’s is in South Lake Tahoe, our by the “Y” and is a good choice if you’re in that area and want breakfast or lunch.
6)  The Beacon is out at Camp Richardson and offers dining inside and outside with views of the lake.
7)  Zephyr Cove Resort in Zephyr Cove, Nv., offers dining inside and ourside with wonderful views of the lake.
ACTIVITIES:
1)  Zephyr Cove Resort offers so many activities and only a mile down the road.  In the summer time they have horse back riding, the M. S. DIXIE II paddle wheeler,  the WOODWIND catamaran, sport fishing charters, parasailing, rentals of boats, jet skis, peddle boats, canoes, and kayaks. In the winter time they have snowmobiles which take you up to Spooner Summit for a breathtaking ride with gorgeous views of the lake (especially if the day is clear and sunny.)
2)  Skyland Private Beach is found by going to Tahoe St. turning right and then left at Skyland Dr.  It is on the right side of the street.
3)  The “Y” Outlet shopping is located at the intersection of Hwys 50 and 89.
4)  Nevada Beach is a favorite on the Nevada side of the state line.  It isn’t as crowded as  Regan and Pope Beaches on the California side.
5)  Horizan craft fairs are ongoing throughout the summer on the weekends.  Fun for those one of a kind purchases.
6)  Round Hill Shopping Center craft fairs are held every other weekend.
7)  Make sure you check the Harrah’s web site for upcoming celebrity attractions and book in advance.
8)  The Visitor’s Center has a wonderful nature hike (all year long), and also will give you directions to all kinds of spectacular hikes and other activities.  Don’t miss the Tallac Historic Homes.  They are the homes of the early Tahoe settlers such as the Baldwins and the Popes. Try to visit Angora Lake since it is only about a half mile hike, but the rewards of their well-known lemonade at the end of the trail make it truly rewarding.  Cascade Falls are another nice hike and have been recommended to me by the Record family from Indiana.
9)  Vikingsholm is an authentic Viking inspired home built at the turn of the 20th Century.  The tour is really interesting.
10)  The Heavenly Valley Tram Ride is very scenic and in the winter time, if you ride up to the top, they have tubing available which is fun for kids of all ages according to Jo Nell, a 50’s something from Texas.
If you do something you would like passed on to others, PLEASE let me know.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE:
1)  Make sure all the lights are off with the exception of the two lamps in the  living room, and the outside lights.
2)  Turn the thermostat down to 55 degrees.
3)  Make sure the flue to the fireplace is closed, unless there is a fire going, of course.
4)  In the kitchen, make sure any dirty dishes are placed in the dishwasher and run, and the counters are washed.
5)  In the bedrooms, do not remake the beds since housecleaning does not know how many people have stayed in the house.
6)  In the bathrooms, please pile up the used towels.
7)  Make sure there are no personal clothes in the washer / dryer.
8)  Please bag up garbage in black garbage bags.
9)  Make sure the hot tub is locked
10)  Make sure you replace the keys in the lockbox for the next guests.  Thank you in advance. (If anything happens to a key, we need to know immediately for replacement purposes.  The cost of having new keys made will just be deducted from the security deposit.)

We hope you had a wonderful stay, and as they say in the south, “Y’all come back!!”