With beautiful weather to complement a wonderful day with Dad, the High Sierra sets the perfect backdrop for a memorable Father’s Day. We polled our family at Sun Bear Realty and vacation rental in Lake Tahoe as to what their plans were for the big day. Below you will find some ideas you might want […]
With the fanfare continuting to fill the online event calendars, we are here to keep you up-to-date about 4th of July holiday events at Lake Tahoe. We encourge everyone to get out and support all the local events as most of them are fundraisers for all the right reasons! INCLINE VILLAGE First, if you missed […]
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Save the Dates! July 2 – 4, 2023 The Local Heroes 4th of July Celebration returns to Incline Village and Crystal Bay, Nevada, July 2 – 4, 2023 on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. Here is the official schedule to date: Sunday, July 2 8-10 AM NLTFPD Flag Raising & Pancake Breakfast 10 AM Kid’s Bike […]
Every year Tahoe Quarterly magazine polls their readership for their opinion on where the best spots are to enjoy the best of the region’s food and beverage. This particular “Best Of” edition includes the top picks on Lake Tahoe’s North, East and West shores – and Truckee, too! At Sun Bear Realty and Property Management […]
Anytime we can help keep the ‘money on the mountain,’ we’ll be one of the first to do so. And here’s your opportunity to support our local establishments while finding that perfect gift for Mom! Throughout Incline Village and Crystal Bay, there is a huge variety of options to please your Mom this year. Think: […]
(Photo courtesy of Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Jen Schmidt Photography) Every summer our team at Sun Bear Realty and Vacation Rentals in Incline Village and Crystal Bay looks forward to all the entertainment at Sand Harbor State Park. And this summer is no exception. Check out what the Reno Jazz Orchestra is bringing to the […]
Savor the sun, slopes and save 35% too! It’s springtime in the Sierra which means it’s time to get out and enjoy all the crazy amounts of snow that Lake Tahoe received all winter long. Now, through June 27, 2023, you can save money on your vacation rental in Lake Tahoe while staying in Incline […]
Sunshine, blue skies, and spring conditions are on all of our minds right now, and will good reason. No doubt, it has been the most incredibly challenging winter in Lake Tahoe in decades, and we are ready to enjoy the fruits of Mother Nature’s Labor. To be sure you do, too, we have listed the […]
There is one thing that we can guarantee our friends and clients every summer … a good time with great entertainment presented by the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival. Within our next few blogs, we will be posting highlights of what awaits you and yours at Sand Harbor State Park. From the stage, overlooking the Sierra, […]
Thanks to the passionate field station staff at the Central Sierra Snow Laboratory, they have kept us apprised of the amount of snow that falls in the Sierra each year. In fact, CSSL has a consistent record of precipitation, snowfall, snow depth, and air temperature for the periods of 1946-1952 and 1957-present. The Lab also […]
Earlier this month, our team at Sun Bear Realty and Vacation Rentals in Incline Village and Crystal Bay shared a list of events for the North Lake Tahoe SnowFest that is underway in March. With so many fun things to do, we had to make room for more through this Part Two blog. No matter […]
It’s that time again when North Lake Tahoe takes time to celebrate another sensational spring season in the Sierra. From the top of the slopes to the chilly waters of the Lake, there are more events than ever before to entertain you March 4 – 12, 2023. Whether you attend them all or chose a […]
With the snowpack at 151% of normal for this time of the year, and MORE SNOW TO COME, it’s going to be one of the best ski seasons since Snowmageddon in 2017! NOW is the time to make your reservations and experience the return of what winters used to be. To get you on the […]
Whether you are a long-time local, new to town, or a visitor, the Incline Village Crystal Bay Business Association invites you to learn about a multitude of professional, recreational, cultural, and community services in our community. At Sun Bear Realty and Property Management, we refer our clients to this site all the time. And with […]
For over 30 years, our team at Sun Bear Realty & Property Management has had the joy of living and working in the High Sierra. And although our minds continually focus on our client’s needs, we continue to be in awe of the region around us. Now that the holidays are well underway, we found […]
With FEET of snow jump-starting the ski season at Lake Tahoe, we are expecting a bustling holiday all around the Lake. To help you enjoy all that awaits you and yours, our team at Sun Bear Realty and Property Management in Incline Village and Crystal Bay have some top local tips for a stress-free getaway […]
New EARLY SNOW DISCOUNT valid now through December 17, 2022 The snow is here, you should be too! Take advantage of the slowest time in the ski season before the crowds arrive. Celebrate Thanksgiving or spoil the family with a pre-Christmas vacation! It’s easy to save on some of our favorite condominiums and homes for […]
So much to see, so much to do! Throughout the holiday season in North Lake Tahoe there is always something to set the scene for winter fun and holidays to come. To help you plan a fun and festive season, we have selected some of our favorite things to do with our family and friends. […]
November 21 – December 31, 2022 The community and businesses in Incline Village and Crystal Bay, Nevada, are hosting the return of the popular Northern Lights Festival now through the end of the year. This month-long celebration includes over 20 family-friendly events for locals and visitors to enjoy, including the classics that come back every […]
At our vacation rental agency in Incline Village and Crystal Bay, we get asked some of the most interesting questions. During this time of the year, it is often one that makes us wish we had a crystal ball that could forecast the opening dates of the ski resorts around Lake Tahoe. With such beautiful […]
Incline Village Golf Shop and Driving Range Announce Off-Season Schedule Throughout the year at our vacation rental and real estate company in Incline Village, Nevada, we like to offer the inside scoop on where to go, what to do, and then some. This one is unique to that list as there might not be another […]
IVGID Takes Tops Honors Photos like the one above reconfirm just how magnificent the scenery is in and around Lake Tahoe. From our crystal-clear blue water to fresh running streams, and high-elevation lakes, there are individuals throughout the Sierra who are working 24/7 to keep our ‘backyard’ as pristine as it is today. And with […]
Last week the (former) Incline Village Crystal Bay Visitors and Convention Bureau announced a new branding of our side of the Lake. The following details were provided by the organization through an Email to key business leaders. The content follows. New name first: Travel North Tahoe Nevada. Simple, direct, powerful. An inclusive name that encompasses everything […]
With the fall season around the corner, now is the time to get into some of the best golf weather of the year. Our courses in Incline Village expect to stay open through mid-October (weather permitting) so click into their websites below to secure your tee times now. The courses in Carson City and the […]
The following article was written by Ryan Sommers, Chief, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District. We encourage you to read this before you head into the water and share this with friends and family, too, Summer is in full swing here at Lake Tahoe. Whether boating, paddleboarding, swimming, or kayaking on the lake, water safety […]
Jazz enthusiast or not, you can’t miss this one! Mark your calendar now and get your tickets to see the best of the best on stage with the 17-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra in August at the Lake or in Reno, Nevada. The Reno Jazz Orchestra shares the stage with GRAMMY stars Diane Schuur and Ernie […]
Entertainment, food, family, and friends will converge once again under the stars on the scenic shore of Lake Tahoe this summer as Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival (LTSF) launches its 50th Anniversary Season in 2022. Showcasing live entertainment seven nights a week, July 1 – August 22, 2022 at Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park, […]
Classical Tahoe Festival and Music Institute has announced its upcoming season, July 14 to August 18, 2022. The festival expands its season from three weeks to four with the inaugural Brubeck Jazz Summit and additional chamber music and free community concerts. “The Festival has become a summer tradition in Lake Tahoe, providing a place for […]
(Photo credit: Joy Strotz for the Reno Jazz Orchestra) It really doesn’t get better than this. Make your plans now to sit under the stars to see the stars live on stage during the Monday Night Showcase Series performances overlooking Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park. With jaw-dropping views of the […]
Incline Village Crystal Bay will debut a new way to celebrate the 4th of July this year, with a drone ‘SkyShow’ lighting up the night sky in celebration of the holiday. The decision was made in consideration of fire and environmental risks posed by a pyrotechnic fireworks display, shifting a longstanding tradition with an innovative […]
Incline Village and Crystal Bay may feel like small mountain towns yet when celebrating the 4th of July, we go big! The Local Heroes 4th of July Weekend includes a big list of local activities including the parade, which brings special attention to those that help build community where we live, work and play! Among […]
Although it may still look like winter in Lake Tahoe, summer fun is well underway. Just this past week, the Reno Jazz Orchestra announced its summer lineup for concerts in Lake Tahoe and Reno, Nevada. At Sun Bear Realty and Property Management in Incline Village, we have set aside the following dates to enjoy some […]
Springtime in the Sierra always brings endless reasons to shed the winter layers and welcome sunny skies and warmer weather. It also means it’s time to make your reservation WAY ahead of time if you have plans to dine out for Sunday Brunch! To help you stay ahead of the rest of the world, we […]
(Photo of home in Clear Creek Tahoe designed and supplied by Borelli Architecture in Incline Village) Although the home buying market is softening with a decline in transactions by 5.7% throughout the USA, new home developers are seeing a healthy tick in sales with a 15% increase reported since the beginning of the year. These […]
With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to plan your festivities on the slopes and off. Thanks to the never-ending list of fun things to do at Lake Tahoe, this list below is just the beginning of the many options that await you and yours this St. Patrick’s Day, and year-round! The […]
With all the things there are to do and see at Lake Tahoe, we always tell our clients to be sure to spend some time enjoying all the great food and camaraderie at our local restaurants in Incline Village. To get your taste buds ready for some of the best options in town, our team […]
With spring just a month away (March 1!) it’s time to book your spring skiing getaway to the Lake! To help you find the best deals on the slopes, we’ve combined a list to save you time and money this year. Diamond Peak The more you ski, the more you save with Diamond Peak’s multi-day […]
After we have all survived the biggest snowfall on record in December throughout the High Sierra, it’s time to unwind, unplug, and plug into a more relaxing option this month. With all the Hot Springs around the Lake and over the hill, there are plenty of options to soak the sore shoulders and back within […]
Thanks to the close proximity of places to stay, play, and party into 2022, Incline Village and Crystal Bay offer some fun and festive ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve without going too far from your home sweet home or holiday rental this year. Whether you choose to stay at home and celebrate by the fire […]
The spirit of Christmas and Hanukkah comes to life as the 17-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra and headlining vocalists present “Home for the Holidays” December 17 at 7:30 p.m. and December 19 at 4:00 p.m. at The Theatre in Reno, Nevada. “This year’s production is a good-old-fashioned tribute to the music that we grew up with […]
For the past 30 years, our property management team in Incline Village, Crystal Bay, Lake Tahoe has been caring for our clients’ properties year-round. Throughout that time, we have been available 24/7 to ensure each homeowner rests assured that while they are not on-site to maintain their home and monitor rental activity, we are. With […]
Throughout our childhood, there was certainly a time when we stopped our ‘reading, writing, and arithmetic’ to learn about the first Thanksgiving. With this significant holiday, which is just around the corner, our family at Sun Bear Realty and Property Management in Lake Tahoe thought this is the most appropriate time to share the story […]
As the classic Christmas song so appropriately notes: “It’s a wonderful time of the year.” And right here in Incline Village and Crystal Bay, we are preparing for the return of Northern Lights ~ the #1 winter festival in Lake Tahoe! Some of the most popular events have been confirmed. Here’s a shortlist of a […]
Within a recent article written by Fire Chief Ryan Sommers of the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, he offered an informative list of tips to prepare your home for the weather to come. With the fall season in full swing, we thought this would be a good time to share his article with you. […]
Imagine … you, with your friends and family, at the top of Diamond Peak taking in the jaw-dropping views, or pushing the limits on the Chutes at Mt. Rose and all your other favorite spots to ride and ski this year. Now is the time to make your plans and book your vacation rentals – […]
With the skies crystal clear again and temperatures in the low 70’s it’s time to get back outside to enjoy the fall golf season at Lake Tahoe! Right here in Incline Village, we are looking forward to making up for lost days on the links. And according to Darren Howard, Director of Golf and Community […]
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