Lake Tahoe’s Granlibakken

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Lake Tahoe’s natural beauty will draw you in and make you never want to leave. With entertainment and year-round activities, there is always something to be done and to discover. Granlibakken, nestled in the trees above Lake Tahoe and steps from Tahoe City, is your ideal spot for your next getaway.

A little back story is always fun about a place and the origin. Granlibakken is a Norwegian name and it means “hill sheltered by trees”. It’s the perfect name for this getaway spot. The Granlibakken Resort is family-owned and is on 74 wooded acres in a mountain valley. Lake Tahoe is just a few minutes away and the elevation is at a breathtaking 6,350 feet. If you’re lucky, you can even spot some wildlife saying hello during your stay.

There are both townhome and suite accommodations that you can choose from that offer you all the privacy and quiet that you may be looking for. The hustle and bustle of your life may be weighing you down, but spending time getting back to nature will recharge you.  This quiet oasis is the perfect place to do so.

Each room features the following amenities:

• Cable television with DVD
• Direct dial phone with voicemail and wired/wireless internet access
• Complimentary hot breakfast buffet
• In-room coffee maker
• In-room fan

Different Lodging Types

Use the offer code SUM15 to get 20% off accommodations on select dates between June 15th and November 25th. This rate includes a delicious breakfast and there are miles of peaceful hiking trails, tennis courts, and an outdoor heated pool and hot tub.
Treetop Adventure Park, Day Spa and bike rentals are also on site for additional fees.

Summer Activities At Granlibakken Conference Center & Lodge

There’s no shortage of activities and fun when the weather heats up in Lake Tahoe.

On-Site

• Walking to Tahoe City or the Truckee River along our forest path (1.4 miles)
• Playing a game of tennis on one of the resort’s five courts
• Taking in the surrounding beauty on our private nature trail
• Enjoying the sun beside our luxurious pool and hot tub area
• Relaxing in our rejuvenating sauna
• Building up a sweat on our outdoor par course
• Hiking Tahoe’s Rim Trail, which borders the resort
• Treetop ropes course and tours in our Adventure Park
• Mountain bike rentals available on property, provided by West Shore Sports

Nearby

• Pedaling the miles of mountain and road bike trails
• Fishing either Lake Tahoe or the Truckee River
• Hitting the links at any of the 43 golf courses within an hour’s drive (Tahoe City Golf Course is only 1 mile away)
• Cooling off by taking a raft trip down the nearby Truckee River
• Canoeing or kayaking along the pristine shores of Lake Tahoe
• Enjoying the majesty of the Sierra Nevada on horseback
• Motorboating or sailing Lake Tahoe’s clear blue waters
• Exploring Tahoe’s history through its renowned historic mansions
• Cruising along on the Tahoe Gal from Tahoe City

When there is this much to do in such a tranquil environment, how can you go wrong? You can get the relaxation and stimulation you need and enjoy great scenery all in one place. So bring the family to enjoy all that Lake Tahoe and its surroundings have to offer. Every season gives you quite a different view and other relaxing activities, so you will have a great time no matter when you stay.