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Greater Genoa Nevada
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1. Candy Dance
Gayle, my son and I returned to Candy Dance last weekend after a year absence. This was also Gayle's Mom's last year before retiring from being in charge of making and selling the various selections of yummy candy. She really is a force of nature…More »
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7/9/2008 First to Review
Candy Dance!
This is Genoa's annual town fundraiser and a lot of fun (depending on the heat of course… Read more »
2. 1862 David Walley's Hot Springs Resort and Spa
One of the many ways that Gayle and I are compatible, is that we run on similar body clocks. For us, that means that we're in bed somewhere between 9-10 PM and we're up in the morning somewhere between 5-6 AM. So last night, our idea of bringing in…More »
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6/25/2007 First to Review
This is a really nice place. The muliple hot spring pools (and supporting facilities) are first… Read more »
3. Orchard House
Founded in 1983 by Carl and Hope Falcke, the Orchard House was the very first Bed and Breakfast in Douglas County, Nevada and Genoa. It is currently operated by their son (Gayle's cousin) and daughter-in-law as a venue for outdoor weddings and…More »
4. Genoa Town Park
The Town Park is a young facility considering that Genoa was founded in 1851 as Nevada's first permanent settlement. The park was dedicated in 1996 and consists of three levels, including a children's playground and modern bathrooms. The Parking is…More »
5. Genoa Bar
Gayle and I took a nice walk on New Years Day from her mother's house to the Genoa Post Office. Maybe it was a mile or so each way on this beautiful sunny and slightly cool day.
On the way out, we visited the Genoa cemetery where some of Gayle's…More »
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6/25/2007
The oldest "Thirst Parlour" in Nevada and quite the nice "dive" bar to hang out in for a few drinks… Read more »
6. Genoa Trading Company
Genoa, NV 89411
(775) 783-0091
The Genoa Trading Company is a cute little "hole in the wall" shop that is well worth the effort to stop by and look around (and even with a drink in your hand). It is located in right next to the Genoa Bar (Nevada's Oldest Thirst Parlour) in…More »
7. Trimmer Outpost
Trimmer Outpost is located in a on the southern edge of downtown Genoa in a handsome building that features a low double-pitched roof, wide front porch, and red brick chimney. The building is nicely set off Main Street, with easy handicapped access…More »
8. High Sierra Brewing Company
After yesterday's trip to the Reno Best Buy, all 3 of us were hungry and decided that the newly opened High Sierra Brewing Company would be a good choice, as we were hankering for a Burger and a Beer. Gayle had here iphone handy in the car and thanks…More »
9. State of California Food & Agriculture Dept: Inspection Station
Meyers is a small area along US 50 that is often confused with Greater South Lake Tahoe. Martin Smith opened a trading post and inn in the 1850s. Ephraim "Yank" Clement then bought out Smith and the place became known as Yank's Station. In 1873…More »
10. Pioneer Trail
The Pioneer trail is the shortcut that Gayle and I use when we visit family in Genoa. We avoid the traffic around the "Y" and rejoin US 50 just short of the Nevada State line. It's still a fairly long drive, but usually seems easier and faster. The…More »
11. Genoa Country Store
I usually manage to wander in here when I come to Genoa with Gayle. It has an interesting and funky feel as a market, deli, and even a bar. It also has a nice little outdoor seating area. This area is also offers a welcome rest (and shade) during…More »
12. Genoa Candy & Coffee Company
CLOSED.
I stopped by last Saturday to find an almost empty shop and a trip to Minden or Carson if I wanted coffee and a sweet roll. Rumour has it that the Landlord told the Owner that he couldn't grind coffee anymore due to complaints from the Hotel…More »
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8/3/2009
The Sugarplum Bakery has moved on to Carson City and the Genoa Candy & Coffee Company has… Read more »
13. The Sugarplum Bakery & Treats
I really like this bakery, although for the established "old" Genoa residents this is also new development. The baked goods are very tasty and the staff is very friendly. The outdoor seating is very comfortable and relaxing.
14. Tahoe Ridge Winery & Marketplace
Tahoe Ridge currently has a tasting room and gift shop on Main Street in Genoa. A few years ago, over near David Walleys Resort, there had been a sign announcing their new facility. However, my reliable Genoa source informed me something didn't work…More »
15. Walmart
Carson City, NV 89705
(775) 267-2158
Categories:
Department Stores,
Grocery,
Mobile Phones
This is the Walmart in which my son and I previously had a "discussion" after I refused to buy him a toy. This situation also served as turning point (to the positive) in my son's relationship with Gayle. Who knew that leading a kid back to the car…More »
16. Reno Tahoe International Airport
Last weekend, I was here on both sides of the weekend and it was quite a bipolar experience! On Friday at 6 PM, everything service-wise was slow or MIA. Gayle and I went into the bar for a drink while waiting for my son's plane to come in. 15…More »
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7/10/2009
I flew into RNO last year from LAX and was reminded of that experience, as I'm reading the paper… Read more »
17. Raley's Supermarkets and Drug Centers
Gayle and I had some extra time before needing to be at RNO to pick up my son on his flight from PDX. We also knew that Gayle's mom was busy with Candy Dance, so we ended up at this Raley's to buy some more acute essentials (beer, wine, milk, cereal,…More »
18. Marriott's Timber Lodge
Nice location and facilities, although it lacks the "Wow" factor if you're considering it as a time share. I'd rather see the Lake (which is strangely distant) than the Gondola, although the plethora of food, shopping and other support facilities is…More »
19. Wagon Train Coffee Shop
Gayle and I drove up the Sierras Friday afternoon and towards Reno to pick up my son at the airport. From there, it would drive through the scenic Washoe Valley, into Carson City and then to Genoa. Road construction on I-80 was a bit of a pain and…More »
20. Kalani's
OK, it is a bit pricey, and when I first saw the menu, I almost convinced my friend that we should go over to the Bar-B-Que place across the road (maybe next trip)! HOWEVER, but the food was excellent and the service was steller. In particular the…More »
21. Red Hut Cafe Nevada
Stateline, NV 89449
(775) 588-7488
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Breakfast & Brunch
The food was great and they did have corn beef hash. I also liked the local crowd and the friendly staff. However, the service was a bit slow and the close quarters made it a little warm inside. However, I'd come back to this place in a minute.
22. Panda Express
With the wide variety of available Chinese restaurants (and fast take out), why would anyone even set foot in a Panda Express? My one and only reason last Friday night was that my son was hungry and irritable and that's what he wanted. Shalom…More »
23. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Spirits
Gayle, my son, and I had a nice time in Genoa, NV over the weekend visiting her Mom and helping out a Candy Dance. On the way to the Reno Airport to drop off my son, both Gayle and I thought that treating him at one of his favorite burger places…More »
24. Best Buy
Gayle and I drove up to the Reno Best Buy yesterday, as the smaller Carson City branch didn't carry any Apple products beyond an iphone or an ipad. After weeks of going back and forth, Gayle had decided that she wanted an iMac as part of her most…More »
25. Cabo Wabo
The hardest part of this place was finding it! The directions were easier from Harrah's across the street. I thought our service was very good and that the food was tasty, albeit undistinguished. I wouldn't necessarily call it cheesy though,…More »
26. Grover Hot Springs State Park
OK the hot pool could have been hotter and the pool deck (soon to be replaced was a little rough). However, the Meadow IS magnificant, the staff is friendly and things were sooo relaxing. It was also great going between the hot and "cold" pools and…More »
27. Beacon Bar & Grill
On the day I was there, it was not too warm and sunny. Parking was easy and a nice outdoor seat facing the lake was available. The service was fast and friendly and the fish and chips were perhaps some of the best I had tasted in quite a while.…More »
28. Sorensen's Resort
Sorensen's IS a nice place to stay and year round. I'm partial to fall and winter. It's remote, yet convenient to Lake Tahoe and Grover Hot Springs is near. The route is also a nice back way into the Genoa/Carson NV area.
Each cabin has it's own…More »
29. Costco Wholesale
Gayle, my son, and I came up to Genoa last weekend to celebrate her mother's birthday. The last thing I expected was to end up at Costco twice. The second time was for gasoline just after visiting Best Buy, and before we headed back to the Bay Area.…More »
30. Minden Park
Gayle and I were out for a drive today and visited the Twin Cities of Douglas County (Minden and Gardnerville). Minden seems to be the smaller and more historical of the two, although Gayle's Dad's old High School (and the nearby former Catholic…More »
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