Vikingsholm is located at the head of Emerald Bay, one of the most photographed spots in the United States. This magnificent structure, now a national and California landmark, is considered one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture outside of the Nordic countries.

If you have ever wanted to visit the Tea House on the island in Emerald Bay, check out this post which shows how I did it and provides information so you can as well.

Jan 9, 2021 · In the summer, when guests would visit her at her castle on the shore of Emerald Bay, called Vikingsholm, the butler would row her and her friends across the bay to the island for tea time....

A smaller, medieval-looking structure was built on Fannette’s peak to serve as a tea house, allowing visitors to bask in the extraordinary views of both Vikingsholm and Lake Tahoe over steaming beverages.

Located on the only island in Lake Tahoe, The Fanette Island tea house was built in the 1920s by Lora Knight, the clearly super-rich lady who owned Vikingsholm -- a 38-room castle along the...

Sep 28, 2022 · From both inside and outside the Tea House, you’ll get fantastic views of Emerald Bay and the Lake Tahoe mountains on each side. When you’re done checking out the Tea House, simply head back down the same way you came.

Much of the tea house is still standing and offers amazing 360 degree views of the bay. If you are visiting in the summer you can rent kayaks or stand up paddle boards located at Emerald Bay beach and make your way across to the Island to climb to the tea house and take in the view.

Scenic cruise along Lake Tahoe’s shoreline, featuring panoramic views. Glide past the Tallac Historical Center with its rich heritage. Stop at Fanette Island in Emerald Bay to admire the iconic Tea House. Indulge in morning tea and biscotti with a backdrop of stunning alpine waters.

Much of the tea house is still standing and offers amazing 360 degree views of the bay. The stone structure that sits on Fannette Island is called the “Tea House” and was constructed the same time as Vikingsholm Castle in the late 1920s.

Vikingsholm: Scandinavian Castle of Lake Tahoe Right in the middle of one of the most beautiful lake beaches in all of California, Emerald Bay, is a Scandinavian home built in the mid-1900’s that is now affectionately known as the castle of Lake Tahoe.