Hellman-Ehrman Mansion

Hellman-Ehrman Mansion is located at Sugar Pine Point State Park just south of Tahoma on Highway 89. The land was purchased in the late 1800s by well-known west coast banker Isaias W. Hellman. Architect Walter Danforth Bliss was hired to design this summer home that was made largely out of local, natural materials, and was completed in 1903. Sugar Pine Point State Park and the mansion represent the opulent post-mining period when wealthy businessmen built elegant summer homes at Lake Tahoe. Originally called Pine Lodge, the grand yet informal summer home was considered to be one of the finest in... Read more »

Historic Tours of the Hellman-Ehrman Estate

The Hellman-Ehrman Estate is located at gorgeous Sugar Pine Point State Park and is one of the finest examples of a by-gone era of Lake Tahoe summer retreats.  The mansion was built in 1903 by west coast banker Isaias W. Hellman. Most of the structure was built from local, natural materials and has stood the test of time to become a significant Lake Tahoe landmark. Have a picnic on the large grassy area under the trees or down along the waters edge. There is even a small beach for swimming and relaxing in the sun. The Hellman-Ehrman Estate and grounds around it are simply amazing – a... Read more »