Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach

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A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a covered walkway, and a pool area.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with surfboards and paddles, and a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the water.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with blinds.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a fireplace, a TV, and a staircase.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Agate Bay

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Place, beach near Carnelian Woods
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Agate Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Common Space

1 Twin Bed

Downstairs Forth Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Downstairs Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Carnelian Bay

Located in Carnelian Woods, a neighborhood in Carnelian Bay, this condo is in the mountains and on a lake. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park and Sand Harbor. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Incline Village Tennis Center or Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Agate Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 21 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 29 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 33 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Beachside Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bear Belly Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach on Nov 2, 2026 start from $330, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach located?

Located in Carnelian Woods, this condo building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Agate Bay and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Moon Dunes Beach. Brockway Summit is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised and we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2026
Thank you for staying with us and we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on Oct 16, 2026
Thank you Shawn and we are glad you found the condo beautiful. We hope to see you back.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

A Vacation turned into a Bat-cation

This stay ended in a truly disturbing and stressful way. On our last night at the property, we noticed multiple live bats flying inside the home, including in bedrooms, the kitchen, and dining room areas. We also discovered bat droppings (guano) on the walls and near the kitchen. This wasn’t just unsettling, it raised serious health and safety concerns, especially with our young children in the home and the real risk of rabies exposure. When we called the host’s emergency line, the person who answered was dismissive and skeptical, and didn’t seem to take our concerns seriously. Instead of offering help or guidance, he asked us to take pictures and videos as evidence, all while our children were terrified and we were trying to find a way to keep everyone safe. We didn’t feel supported in what was clearly a health hazard and an emergency. A day later, we received a message from someone named Becky, who apologized but said that “animal encounters may happen in the forest.” While we understand that wildlife can be present in outdoor areas, this was completely unacceptable inside a residential living space. The only wildlife related warning we were given before arrival was about bears, with instructions not to leave trash outside or in our vehicle. There was no mention whatsoever of bats inside the home or any prior infestations. VRBO’s customer service was also extremely difficult to reach. Until the home is professionally and and thoroughly cleaned, I strongly advise STAY AWAY
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2025
This matter has been resolved. Although it is deeply regrettable that this occurred, the guest also reported encountering leaving a window ajar during their stay. We dispatched maintenance personnel, and they were able to rectify the issue by securing the window. It is likely that the bats entered through this window during that period. The guest reported observing them after 2:00 AM, as they were departing for the airport at 4:00 AM. Regrettably, we lacked the capability to dispatch a person at that time in the middle of the night, except for contacting the sheriff, which we recommended.  It is also noteworthy that they requested an excessively high refund amount, and when we declined to comply with that request, they attempted to penalize the listing. 
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