Pet-friendly trips in Tahoe-Truckee and Sierra Foothills

MORE PEOPLE ARE TRAVELING with their pets, on the road and in the air. Last year about 30 million people vacationed with their pets, with dogs leading the pack, according to the Travel Industry Association of America. Dogs love summer vacation, and Tahoe-Truckee and the foothills are top choices for travelers. They offer a wide […]

Fall Colors Hike: Cedar House in Truckee is Your Base Camp

FALL IS WHEN TRUCKEE gears up for winter activities, and for good reason. National Geographic named it one of best ski towns, thanks to its easy access to world-class ski resorts, cross-country terrain, snow shoeing, sledding—and sleigh rides. But hold on a minute: People who stop to savor fall colors in Truckee (which peak in […]

Our guide to Tahoe-Truckee: Northstar, Squaw, Lake Tahoe, historic Truckee

KAYAKING AND PADDLEBOARDING Kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding on Lake Tahoe is an exhilarating experience. We are big fans of the West Shore, known for its beauty and outdoor activities. With three locations on the West Shore (Homewood, Sunnyside, Sugar Pine Point State Park), West Shore Sports rents bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards and has a full line […]

Cedar House Truckee for culinary arts & wellness

“IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR again; the white blankets have been peeled away, revealing an astonishing natural playground, exuberant to the eye and body.” This eloquently sums up summer in the Sierra—from a hotel that offers an abundance of imaginative adventures in culinary arts and recreation. The Cedar House Sport Hotel combines European-style lodging […]

“Create your Tahoe” at Cedar House in Truckee

IN MAY 2011, THE CEDAR HOUSE SPORT Hotel acquired Tahoe Trips & Trails, the area’s oldest and most established guide service, rounding out its offerings as a popular destination for lodging, fine dining and outdoor adventure in the Sierra. Cedar House’s Alps-inspired boutique hotel, exceptional restaurant Stella and in-house touring company—with new “Create Your Tahoe” […]

Stella Chef Burton offers guided tour of Farmers Market in Truckee

Farmer’s markets are one of the best resources for chefs and foodies alike to purchase produce and artisan ingredients the season and community have to offer. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the selection and shear number of items available, you’re not alone. To get the most out of a farmer’s market, you must approach […]

Truckee: What’s new in this rich, historic town

TRUCKEE, HIGH IN THE SIERRA, is a small town that grew up along the first transcontinental railroad route. It was named after a saloonkeeper, at least at first. Truckee boomed as a railroad town and winter sports destination. The Squaw Valley Winter Olympics in 1960 established it as a major resort destination. Now, Truckee is […]

Stella in Truckee’s new culinary adventures

Stella, Cedar House Sport Hotel’s on site restaurant run by Executive Chef Jacob Burton in Truckee, CA, is offering culinary adventures including classes and topics to engage the mind, hands and taste buds. “We are committed to offering interesting, high quality programming to residents and visitors and are fortunate to have a chef Jacob Burton. […]

Excellent adventures: Skiing, snowshoeing and lodging

TRUCKEE, LAKE TAHOE AND THE SURROUNDING high country is a winter paradise. The region is home to more than a dozen ski resorts and cross-country ski areas. Other winter activities include snowshoeing, ice skating, sleigh rides and dog sled tours, an adventure of a lifetime. Guided snowshoeing treks—during the day or under a full moon—offer […]

Cedar House Sport Hotel & Stella restaurant: Where style meets adventure

THE CEDAR HOUSE SPORT HOTEL AND its Stella restaurant, located in the scenic Martis Valley just outside downtown Truckee, is a mecca for culinary and outdoor adventures in the Sierra. The notoriety is reaching new peaks as Cedar House celebrates its fifth anniversary with the launch of Stella Culinary, an online culinary school, and the […]

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