Fodor's Expert Review Thunderbird Lodge

Incline Village Historic Home Fodor's Choice

George Whittell, a San Francisco socialite who once owned 40,000 acres of property along the lake, began building this lodge in 1936, completing it in 1941. Arriving via bus or boat (reservations essential), you can tour the mansion and grounds, and though it's pricey to do so, you'll be rewarded with a rare glimpse into a time when only the very wealthy had spectacular lakeside homes.

Historic Home Fodor's Choice

Quick Facts

5000 Hwy. 28
Incline Village, Nevada  96150, USA

800-468–2463-tours

thunderbirdtahoe.org

Sight Details:
Rate Includes: Tours from $75, Closed mid-Oct.–late May and Sat.–Mon., Wed., and Thurs. late May–mid-Oct.

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