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Close drive to lake * Dog OK * Great Family Home

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12208 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Place, Kings Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Agate Bay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Close drive to lake * Dog OK * Great Family Home

Carnelian Bay Tahoe Retreat – Cozy Family Cabin Near the Lake

Bring the whole family—including your dog—to this warm and welcoming 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat in Carnelian Bay! Nestled in a quiet, walkable neighborhood just a short stroll from the shores of Lake Tahoe, this spacious cabin offers the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and classic Tahoe charm.

Why You'll Love It
🏡 Spacious & Versatile Layout – Ideal for multi-generational families & groups
🔥 Cozy Open-Plan Living Area – Plush sectional, TV, and space to gather
🍽️ Well-Appointed Kitchen – Fully stocked for family-sized meals
🌞 Front & Back Decks – Perfect for BBQs, morning coffee & relaxing in nature
🐾 Pet-Friendly – Your dog is welcome to join the adventure! (maximum 2 dogs)

Home Highlights & Sleeping Arrangements
✔️ Main Level:
Queen Bedroom – Conveniently located for guests who prefer no stairs
5th Bedroom – pullout couch with TV and games
Piano Room & Workspace – Private area for work or quiet time
Full Bathroom & Laundry Room
✔️ Upper Level (3 Bedrooms and Vaulted Ceilings):
King Bedroom – Private balcony & small desk
Twin Room – 3 twin beds + full bed (great for kids!)
Spacious Master Suite – King bed, en-suite bath, accessed through twin room
Additional Full Bathroom in Hallway
Perfect Year-Round Location
🚶 Walkable to:
Lake Tahoe's Carnelian Bay
Mini golf & arcade (summer fun!)
Gar Woods Grill & Pier – Lakefront dining & cocktails
Pizzeria, bistro, breakfast café, and hiking/biking trails
🎿 Winter Adventures:
20 min to Northstar California Resort
25 min to Palisades Tahoe & Alpine Meadows
10 min to Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area
Play in the Snow in Your Own Yard!
📅 Seasonal Ski Lease: This home typically operates as a ski lease from January to May.
Your Carnelian Bay Tahoe Retreat awaits—come experience the charm, convenience, and adventure that will keep you coming back year after year! 🌲🏡❄️

There will be a $100 pet fee plus tax for each dog upon approval.

PLEASE NOTE: This home may be equipped with outdoor surveillance cameras and electric bear fencing that are utilized for security and bear activity in the area. These cameras in no way infringe upon guests' privacy, and monitor exterior portions of the home exclusively. Decks and BBQ grills may NOT be available during winter months, exterior areas may be icy. This home is not equipped with AC. Per Placer County Short term rental laws, quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am, and no street parking is permitted at any time, including boats and trailers. We recommend purchasing 3rd party trip insurance if you have concerns about canceling your reservation. Wells & Bennett Realtors requires $500 of your reservation total due upon booking and the remainder due sixty days prior to check-in. We automatically add Vacation Rental Accidental Damage Insurance to your reservation. This costs $45 total. If you want to satisfy our Accidental Damage Insurance requirement another way, you can reach out to us and opt in for a refundable security deposit of $3,000 on the card we have on file for the reservation.

Cancellation Policy / Cancellation fee: If cancellation is made more than 60 days of arrival, a cancellation fee of $100 plus the 4% booking fee will be applied.
If the cancellation is made within 60 (or less) days of arrival, the entire rent will be retained unless Wells and Bennett Realtors is able to re-rent the specified property.
If the property is re-rented, a cancellation fee of $100 plus the 4% booking fee will still apply, but the remainder of rent will be refunded after the replacement guests have checked out.

Holiday Booking Policy
CHRISTMAS - Check-In must be by December 20th, 21st, or 22nd. There is a 5 to 7 night minimum stay required. (Must check out by December 28th at latest, to allow 7 days for a New Years Reservation.) **No Check-Ins or Check-Outs on December 24th, 25th
NEW YEARS - Check-In must be on December 27, 28, or 29. There is a 7 night minimum stay required. **No Check-Ins or Check-Outs on December 31st or January 1st

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During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Agate Bay. You'll find features such as laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. A kitchen and 3 bathrooms are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Agate Bay and 5 minutes from North Tahoe Marina
Close drive to lake * Dog OK * Great Family Home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,240 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

PLEASE NOTE: This home may be equipped with outdoor surveillance cameras and electric bear fencing that are utilized for security and bear activity i

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Walk to Lake Dog Welcome 4+ BR Great Family Home
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