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Forbes
25-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Inside The Mysterious Shakespeare Ranch In Lake Tahoe Listed For $188 Million
Aerial view of the 130-acre property on Lake Tahoe One of the most spectacular destinations in the world, this large alpine lake in the Sierra Nevada mountains bordering California and Nevada has become one of the most popular billionaire destinations fueled by money from the San Francisco Bay Area, as tech titans have reshaped the real estate market. And when a major listing hits the market, all eyes are on which famous name will be the next magnate to join Billionaire Row. Eclipsing the recent record-breaking sale of the former Steve Wynn estate for $62 million, the $188 million Shakespeare Ranch will certainly break all current records. Perhaps billionaire Mark Zuckerberg is keeping an envious eye on the listing from his ever-growing 10-acre compound on the opposite side of the lake. After being on the market for a short period of time, the wealthy property owners have expanded the listing by adding the iconic barn, rodeo arena, and additional lakefront offerings, which can be sold in part or together for the entire extensive property. Rodeo arena at Shakespeare Ranch Most longtime Lake Tahoe residents, including myself, have never even heard of Shakespeare Ranch, located in the super exclusive, heavily guarded, and triple-gated Glenbrook community on the East side of the Lake. The exclusive historic 130-acre property offers 17 luxury residences, a 465-foot pier, a 151-year-old barn, and a rodeo arena. Presidents, celebrities, and musicians have visited the ranch through the years, which has hosted the annual Glenbrook Rodeo for over 80 years, yet most people have never seen the property. Waters Edge property The current owner is Larry Ruvo, head of the largest wholesale importer and distributor of wine, beer, and liquor. Ruvo originally built many of the buildings in a New England-inspired architecture style, along with a Shakespeare dedication named after a nearby rock formation that locals once believed bore the face of Shakespeare. Susan Lowe, President and Co-Listing Agent with Chase International, tells me, 'The residents of Glenbrook appreciate the seclusion and close-knit community. They value the luxury of its long, sandy, private beaches, meticulously maintained grounds, and elegant homes. Adding to its appeal are expansive views of the Lake, the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, and the iconic Shakespeare Rock monolith, the backdrop for this awe-inspiring hamlet. Currently, no other land holding on the shores of Lake Tahoe can be created in the image of the historic Shakespeare Ranch.' Wild West style barn at Shakespeare Ranch The 5,111-square-foot barn was built in 1873 and has been renovated into an entertainment space with a kitchen, game room, bar, and wine room. There is also an art loft, spa, gym, indoor pool house with a fireplace inside, stables, and grazing meadows. The property offers year-round boat access to the water and includes one of the longest piers on the Lake with two boat lifts, 12 private buoys, and an indoor boat house in the Tahoe City Marina. One of the longest piers on Lake Tahoe at Shakespeare Ranch Among the 17 luxury homes, a 4,290-square-foot lakefront home with a waterside cabana and a new 7,713-square-foot Marc Appleton-designed residence with a waterside cabana are currently under construction. Two additional lakefront properties with cabins and further plans for lakeside cabanas, which can be purchased individually or combined, are also under construction. Lake Tahoe
The Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Inside UK's biggest indoor waterpark with 18 slides & lazy river – it's perfect for keeping kids entertained over Easter
IF you're looking for something to entertain your children during the Easter break, Blackpool has just the thing. The UK's largest water park provides the perfect family day out, rain or shine. 5 5 With record-breaking water slides and a giant lazy river, Sandcastle Water Park is located right by the beach, making it an ideal rainy day solution. The park is home to 18 different rides, including the UK's longest indoor water rollercoaster, the Master Blaster, which is described as "more than 200m of Adrenalin-filled excitement". This ride along with the Sidewinder, the world's first indoor half-pipe water slide, has been classified by the park as a "white knuckle" experience. High-speed ride Montazooma has hairpin bends and 360 degree helixes throughout. And for younger visitors, there are a wide variety of attractions to keep them entertained. Treetop water chutes and the HMS Thundersplash prove popular with the little ones. Meanwhile, the Ushi Gushi River Creek is "full of surprises" for riders as they venture along the flowing stream. And if you're not a thrill-seeker or want a break while your children splash around, the Sea Breeze Spa offers saunas, steam rooms, heated loungers, and aromatherapy. Visitors can also hire out private Tiki Cabanas for the day, where they can enjoy beer, wine, lunch, and even a TV while lounging in a hot tub. Alternatively, you can visit the Waterfalls Cafe and Waters Edge kitchen, which serve lots of dishes for parents and children. TUI resort next door to giant waterpark And there's even an option for dessert with the Cool Waves stand, which serves ice cream and other sweet treats. Tickets start from just £15.95 and go up to £24.95 depending on age and concessions. Entrance includes access to a three-hour time slot, with amended hours for Easter weekend. And if you're still not sold, Sandcastle has proved popular with past visitors. The water park has even received thousands of five-star ratings on TripAdvisor. "Brilliant, such a fun place, three hours went by very quickly, some queues but not long waiting times, plenty of lockers and changing rooms, looking forward to going again," wrote one recent customer. "Went in half term so it was quite busy, queues for all the slides but worth the wait. Loads to do for all ages and plenty of lifeguards on duty," said another visitor. "Overall we had an excellent experience and definitely recommend the Sandcastle, we will probably go again," wrote a third person. "The whole place just seemed really well run. Everywhere was clean, staff were all exceptionally friendly and helpful." Visitors recommended showing up early to find a space in the facility's car park. And for warm weather fun, the UK's largest outdoor water park is set to reopen in time for summer. Families can also visit the UK's largest garden centre this Easter break, which includes lots of shops and a soft play area. 5 5
