In my LAST POST I had fun pretending what it might feel like to be a rich landowner in the late 1800s during the heyday of the fancy Lake Tahoe estates.
At the Tallac Historic Site, you can walk amongst gardens and past houses and "cabins" set throughout three, gorgeous lakeside estates. They are the Tallac Resort (1880-1920) which was the site of a resort and casino, The Pope Estate (1894), and the Baldwin Estate (1921).
These beautiful conjoined sites offer museums, gardens, the Washoe Indian Cultural Exhibit, elaborate buildings, and golden sand beaches. There are also many events, activities, and exhibits in some of the buildings throughout the summer months, including the Great Gatsby Festival.
Of course, on this early, off-season morning, I practically had the place to myself. Except for the occasional human and a LOT of chipmunks and Stellar's Jays.
I began at the Tallac site on walked around under the pines and on the beach for a bit. I was happy to see some adorable Common Merganser ducks floating around.
I walked through the cabins reading what signage I could since all the museums were closed. I was startled periodically by a chipmunk chattering at me or posing for photos.
They have various boat parts laying about which are really quite fascinating. Some of them are huge. One area has the "bones" of an old steam vessel that was brought on shore and then left to wither.
The cabin below is called the "Twin Cabin". Walk through this doorway and there are two identical guest cabins on each side.
And now it's time for my dream cabin! It's so amazing.
I just love the intricate detail. There was an addition made at some point because just behind where my photo ends, you could see the wood paneling going in a vertical direction instead of horizontal like the front.
I just love the intricate detail. There was an addition made at some point because just behind where my photo ends, you could see the wood paneling going in a vertical direction instead of horizontal like the front.
I just love the intricate detail on the front porch. And can you imagine waking up here everyday? Walking outside to sit on your front porch with a hot cup of coffee? Is dream.
And steps away, is the beautiful, crystal clear blue water of Lake Tahoe. There are so many old pier pilings and tracks leading into the water where historic boathouses once stood.
While just a few steps inland you have your choice of gorgeous gardens to w(h)ile away the days.
With deer, bears, chipmunks, birds, coyotes, and mountain lions wandering around.
That would be so magical.
That would be so magical.
There were some weird looking plants growing through the pine needles. I have no idea what they are, but they looked cool with their vibrant red color.
From the ground up to the top of the trees, it's just so breathtaking.
I had to take one last walk around the beach. The misty mountains and the glassy reflection off the oh-so-clear water was captivating.
Oddly enough, I love this photo. So peaceful.
Seashells on the seashore...errr...lakeshore.
Lake Tahoe has always been a place of peace for me.
Sure, I love to go play at the craps table all night long (if I'm winning), but you just can't beat the outdoor beauty.
Sure, I love to go play at the craps table all night long (if I'm winning), but you just can't beat the outdoor beauty.
Maybe someday I'll win enough at craps to buy a gorgeous lakeside estate of my own.
Well, one can dream, right?
Well, one can dream, right?
xoxo
