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Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway

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A two-story building with a wooden deck and stairs leading to the upper level.
A building with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a view of trees.
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a brown sofa, a wooden cabinet, a mirror, and a bookshelf.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television, and a dining area with wooden furniture.
A stone sign with 'Magic Carpet Golf' written on it.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Agate Bay

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Place, Agate Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Carnelian Woods
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Bed

Loft 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Carnelian Bay

Located in Carnelian Bay, this cabin is in the mountains. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider North Shore Parasail, or check out an event or a game at Incline Village Tennis Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Agate Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 19 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 30 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 22 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬17 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

Is Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway on 2 Nov 2027 start from £770, 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.

How much is parking at Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Tahoe North Shore Centrally located family getaway located?

This family-friendly Carnelian Bay cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Agate Bay, North Tahoe Marina and Moon Dunes Beach. Brockway Summit is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, in a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin and awesome owners. There was a ton of snow and they kept the driveway spotless. 100% would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Very much enjoyed the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas ski vacation

We stayed here for the Christmas week. The house is big and comfortable, the kitchen is equipped with everything we needed. Hosts were very easy to communicate with. We had a good time and would recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Tahoe

We enjoyed our stay. The property is convenient, clean, and spacious. It snowed a few inches while we were there. They snow blowed the driveway and walkways as soon as possible. We really appreciated that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Getaway

This was my 1st VRBO booking and I was well pleased. It was nice to run into Lou upon arrival. He shared the best places to eat & the nearest locations for fun in the snow. The accommodations were as shown in the pics & met all of our needs. There were 13 of us and we had plenty of space. Safeway, shops & eateries are just 10mins away. It’s a perfect location winter or summer with the slopes & lake just minutes away. Recommended…
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean, well-stocked, nice layout

We really enjoyed our time at Lou and Lisa's place. I met Lou a number of times and he was always helpful and friendly. Lisa communicated with me by phone and was prompt and responsive. The house is well-located, on a quiet street. My only issue (and I knew this going in, so it's not a complaint!) is that the common space was a little small for our large group. If you went during the Summer and can use the outside as well, that wouldn't be a problem. Comfortable seating, a great selection of videos and DVDs. Fully stocked. Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for the detailed review. In the summer we do have a good deck area, fire pit and ping pong table. It does add to the space and fun. We’re glad you enjoyed the stay and the area and our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and cozy cabin. Easy communication with hosts. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great, everything worked and was clean. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

I came to the Carnelian Bay cabin for a trip with my college friends. We enjoyed a relaxing weekend filled with hikes nearby and exploring the downtown not too far away. This rental was perfect for what we needed, Lou and Lisa communicated wonderfully and made the check-in/check-out process smooth and easy. The neighborhood surrounding this house was perfect for a walk and wasn't too far from the Lake if you wanted to watch the sunset or sunrise. Overall, it was a great weekend, and I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location and outdoor space but inaccurate listing.

We had a very nice time staying at the cabin which was fairly well stocked with supplies. Our only complaint is that the "4th" bedroom was really just a section of the small loft which did not afford privacy. Also, there is a tenant living on the property which was not disclosed until the final instructions were given on the check-in process. I would still recommend the cabin as long as those two items are anticipated.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2021
This review is unfair due to the fact that it is stated on the website that there is a bed in the loft and also that the garage is detached and off limits with someone living in it. People should read everything before making false statements. I’m glad you had a good time and sorry if these things were not up to your standards and you thought you were falsely lead.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and close to the lake

Everything was really nice. Tahoe was hot and not enough fans to keep you cool at night but besides that we enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice Proprty, Small Kitchen

Overall, the house is nice, plenty of bedrooms and beds. 3 bedrooms upstairs, 2 bedrooms downstairs, two bathrooms, one upstairs in the master, while the other is downstairs. The kitchen is very tight, but is manageable and stocked with the basics. Owners were very responsive through the whole process. We ran out of propane the first night, and a replacement tank was brought to us by Lou very quickly after I reported it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin in a great location

This is the 3rd year we’ve vacationed at this cabin and it’s perfect for us! The beds are comfortable, kitchen well stocked, plenty of towels and other necessities. There are things to keep everyone enjoying themselves, a ping-pong table, and we played horse shoes. So fun! It was definitely a much needed change from staying home under COVID-19 restrictions. We walked to the nearby beach and rented paddle boards, and took a short drive to Kings Beach. The owners are really nice and very responsive. Easy check in and out. We’ve never had a problem and hope to return next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location close to the lake

We loved everything about this property, location was close to the lake, restaurants, groceries, etc. and the property itself was clean and well stocked. We wish we could have stayed longer and will definitely be back. Thank you Lisa and Lou for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Escape From Quaratine

The cabin provided a nice quick escape from the stress of COVID...close to lake, and Garwoods for to-go Wet Woodys!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good place to stay

The property is clean and homey. It's right next to the lake and multiple beaches. Checking in was easy and the hosts gave clear directions on the check out process.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time staying here but not the last.

Lou and Lisa are great hosts, easy to deal with and friendly. Their house is great, well-stocked with necessities, and comfortable beds. It’s within walking distance to Patton Beach, which we love, and went to everyday. Waterman’s Landing is right there for paddle board rentals and lunch, and a short drive or walk to Gar woods for dinner. Overall, this house is good value for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the kind review and taking care of our house so we’ll. We really appreciate guest like you and would host you anytime it’s our pleasure. Lou and lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a family vacation.

We had a wonderful time staying at this cabin. It is very comfortable and very kid friendly. The owners are very nice and easy to deal with. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and fun

Our group of 7 stayed over Christmas holiday. The house is big and comfortable, the kitchen is equipped with everything we needed, the bedrooms were comfortable, and we especially enjoyed the variety of board games available at the house. There is plenty of seating for everyone in the living room and in the dining room. The house is cozy and warm throughout. I would highly recommend it for family vacation or a vacation with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the review. We love it that you enjoyed our house and Lake Tahoe it’s a special place and Christmas was a great time to come. We hope to have you back again. Lou and lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great house and location for family summer fun!

We had a great time in Tahoe, the house suited our family of 5 perfectly, and with the ping pong table, DVD movies, board games, we had plenty to do in between several short walks to the beach. The house was nicely decorated, neat, clean, comfortable and thoughtfully stocked. We love the area and have stayed in several other homes, and this one is one of our favorites, everything considered. Plenty of clean towels, comfortable beds, condiments, spices, napkins, foil and plastic were an added plus when it came to BBQ ing on the huge gas grill. We met Lou the first day and he was great. Lisa too, she noticed we left our iPad and didn’t hesitate to let us know and she offered to ship it to us the same day. Phew! Wonderful people, wonderful house, wonderful location. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the great review we appreciate it. I hope everything went well with your husband and he’s feeling better. Thanks again come anytime. Lisa and lou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for 2 families or a team gathering!

Thank you owners for sharing your cozy home! We stayed here for the Christmas ski week with 2 families and the kids loved the loft. I returned in summer with my 6 other teammates for a race and everyone loved the space and home features.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Home!

This house was perfect for my family's vacation to Tahoe. It was big enough to sleep my large family comfortably. And we loved the ping pong table! Lou and Lisa were very easy to communicate with. Highly recommend this rental!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice cozy cabin had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great house, location, and space.

We had two families staying - 4 adults, 4 kids, age 6-12, for 3 nights. There was ample room, and the living room/family room/kitchen area was perfect for us. The kids play area at the top of the stairs doubled as an extra sleeping area for kids that wanted to sleep together. We didn't use it but the additional space off the master bedroom upstairs looks like it would have made a great quiet play area. The motion-detect lights on the walkway leading in were a smart and welcome idea - an added layer of safety when traversing a possibly icy walkway in the dark. Location was perfect - 20 min to Northstar, probably similar to Squaw, had we gone there. Not having the garage was fine - there was plenty of room in the driveway, and the garage resident was very nice. There was also plenty of room in the mudroom/entry way for boots, jackets, etc. We didn't use the wood-burning stove/fireplace - the house was plenty warm, so we didn't really need it. We also didn't want the concern of little hands on it. Overall a lovely house and great experience with the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for great review and taking care of the house. We're very happy you enjoyed the house and your time in our beautiful area. Lisa and Lou
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