Cedar & Stone — Custom Outdoor Living Spaces (Lake Tahoe)

Lake Tahoe has a way of pulling you outdoors—morning coffee on the deck, a long dinner that drifts into stargazing, a hot tub soak after a powder day. We design and build custom outdoor living spaces that feel like a natural extension of your home (or vacation property) and stand up to mountain weather.

At Cedar & Stone, we focus on the details that make the difference: clean lines, confident craftsmanship, and layouts that feel effortless to use—whether you’re hosting a full house or enjoying a quiet weekend with the door cracked open and the fire going.

Want to talk through what’s possible at your place? Reach out and we’ll set up an on-site discussion.

Outdoor spaces that feel like part of the home

A great outdoor living space isn’t just “a nice deck.” It’s circulation, comfort, and atmosphere—designed around how you move through the home and how you want the outdoor areas to function.

We build spaces that invite you outside and keep you there longer:

• Gathering zones for dining, lounging, and conversation—planned so the space feels open, not exposed.
• Cook-and-serve flow that makes entertaining easy, with room to prep, grill, plate, and linger.
• Warmth and shelter to extend the season and make evenings feel effortless.
• Materials and detailing chosen for a Tahoe environment—where sun, snow load, and freeze/thaw cycles are part of the design brief.

The result is an outdoor area that doesn’t compete with the home—it complements it. It feels intentional from the moment you step outside.

Our approach: clear, collaborative, and tailored to the site

Every Tahoe property has its own personality—sun angles, wind exposure, terrain, views, access, and the way the home sits on the lot. We start by listening, then we translate your priorities into a plan that fits the site and matches the character of your home.

Here’s what you can expect when you work with us:

We begin with an on-site conversation. We’ll walk the space with you, talk through how you want to use it, and identify opportunities (and constraints) that affect the design.

We design with purpose. We think about where people gather, how they move, and what they’ll see from key viewpoints—inside and out. We also plan for real-world Tahoe use: snow management, drainage, sun/shade balance, and durability.

We build with care. The difference between “new” and “right” is in the execution—tight joinery, strong structure, crisp finishes, and a jobsite that runs with professionalism.

You’ll always know what we’re building and why. No mystery decisions. No generic packages. Just a space that fits.

For primary homes and vacation properties

Whether you live here full-time or you’re upgrading a vacation home, we understand what “ease” looks like in an outdoor space. Vacation properties, in particular, benefit from thoughtful planning—spaces that are intuitive for guests, durable through turnover, and designed to make hosting feel seamless.

We’ll help you create an outdoor living area that fits how you use the home:

• Quiet mornings and slow evenings
• Big gatherings and holiday weekends
• Après-ski warmth and shoulder-season comfort

Lake Tahoe region service

We work around Lake Tahoe and surrounding areas, bringing a Tahoe-specific mindset to design and build decisions—because the conditions here matter.

If you’re not sure whether your property falls within our service area, contact us. We’ll point you in the right direction.

See our work, then let’s talk

The fastest way to know if we’re the right fit is to look at the details—proportions, finishes, craftsmanship, and how the spaces come together.

• Browse our Projects to see the style and level of work we bring to each build.
• Get in touch to schedule an on-site discussion and talk through your goals, timeline, and what you want your outdoor space to feel like.

When you’re ready to make the outdoors a true part of your home, we’re ready to build it.