Secluded Tahoe Retreat Near Trails & Beach

Summary:
Nestled in beautiful Carnelian Bay, this 2-bedroom vacation home is the perfect base for any Tahoe adventure! Just 10 minutes from Tahoe City and the beach, half a mile from a year-round trail system, and 25 minutes from 3 major ski resorts, you'll have endless options for outdoor fun. The home is filled with natural light and rustic charm, featuring a spacious living room, an attached garage with a ping pong table, and a large back deck surrounded by trees.

The Space:
Location perks: Tahoe Cross Country (2.0 miles), Carnelian West Beach (3.0 miles), Tahoe City (4.2 miles), Alpine Base Area at Palisades Tahoe (11.4 miles), Northstar California Resort (12.7 miles)
 
Interior:
- Well-equipped kitchen (drip coffee maker)
- 6-person dining table
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Ping pong table
- Washer and dryer
- Central heating, no A/C

Exterior:
- Spacious deck
- Serene forest surroundings
- Walking distance to a network of National Forest trails

Main Level: Living room, kitchen, family room (sleeper sofa), 1 bedroom (queen bed, twin bed), 1 bedroom (queen bed), 2 full bathrooms

A peaceful mountain retreat, this 2-bedroom vacation home offers everything you need for a relaxing Tahoe getaway. Step inside and find a living room filled with natural light and plush furnishings. Relax on the couch while you warm up by the wood fireplace, enjoy a movie night, or access the garage from the living room, where you will find a ping pong table perfect for some friendly competition. A pass-thru window looks into the adjacent kitchen, equipped with everything you need to prepare home-cooked meals. This rustic space includes a cozy corner table and exposed brick, an inviting area perfect for enjoying your favorite comfort food after a day of adventures. From the kitchen, you can access the large deck area. A private outdoor space with serene forest surroundings, this deck is ideal for taking in the fresh mountain air, dining al fresco, or enjoying late-night conversations under the stars.

When you are ready to tuck in for the night, the 2 bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home from the kitchen and living room. Down the hallway, the first guest bedroom has a queen and a twin bed, making it a comfortable room for sharing. The second guest bedroom boasts a queen bed and is next to the shared full bathroom, which includes a single-sink vanity and a bathtub/shower combo. The home also includes a full-size washer and dryer in a hallway closet, making it convenient to keep up with any laundry needs during your stay.

STR License Number: STR23-8654
Max Occupancy: 8
Parking Info: There are 2 parking spaces available on the driveway.

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire home as well as 2 parking spots in the driveway.

The Neighborhood:
If relaxation in the great outdoors is what you are looking for, this North Lake Tahoe gem has everything you need for an amazing Lake Tahoe vacation. The cabin is situated on a quiet street just minutes away from an endless network of National Forest trails. During the winter months, hit the trails and enjoy cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, and in the summer, these same trails turn into perfect areas for hiking, mountain biking, or dirt biking. You can even drive your car along the dirt road in the summers to access the famous Tahoe Rim Trail and hike to Watson Peak! This same trailhead also offers access to a paved bike path that can take you to Tahoe City and beyond.

In the winter months, the bike path is well maintained for 3 miles, allowing you to easily snowshoe or XC ski out and back through the woods. The location of the home places you near some of the best skiing in the area, with Palisades Tahoe 18 minutes away and Northstar Ski Resort only 20 minutes away. If Nordic skiing is more your style, you are just 5 minutes from the Tahoe City Nordic XC Center. For those looking for a little less outdoor adventure, the beautiful town of Tahoe City is only 8 minutes away, where you will find large grocery stores, boutique shops, a wide variety of bars and restaurants, a movie theater, and in the summer, a farmer’s market and live music. Down the road in the other direction brings you to Agate Bay, where you will find the famous Gar Woods Grill and Pier as well as Watermans Landing, where you can rent a wide variety of watercraft.

Getting Around:
The home is within a 15-minute walk to the nearest public transportation stop on Tahoe's public transportation system called TART. This stop is on the Mainline and is stop HWY 28 at Old County RD, which runs every hour and stops along the entire western shore of Lake Tahoe from Tahoma to the north shore at Incline Village. Alternatively, take advantage of the home's close driving proximity to Tahoe City and make the quick 8-minute drive where you can use the FREE park and ride to reach locations such as Olympic Park and Northstar California Resort. The home’s great location places you within quick access to the main highway so you can enjoy the many beautiful surrounding areas within a 25-minute drive or less! In the winter, hit the ski slopes at Northstar Ski Resort or Palisades Tahoe Ski Resorts, both a 20-minute drive away, or make the less than 5-minute drive to the Tahoe City Nordic Center where you can XC ski or snowshoe.

Tahoe has Uber, Lyft, and many taxi companies.

Other Things to Note:
Please keep in mind that if you plan to ski, you are responsible for verifying the ski resorts' opening and closing dates.

Charcoal grills are strictly forbidden in this county and will result in a $1,500 citation if used.

4-wheel drive or 2-wheel drive tires with snow chains may be necessary for safe travel to this property, even if it hasn’t snowed in a few days.
Please note that like most homes in the area, this home does not have A/C.

Interaction with Guests:
We are offsite but available when needed. Please message us through the app or booking platform for the quickest response.