Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake

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A spacious living room with leather furniture, a stone fireplace, and large windows.
A two-story log cabin with a balcony, a garage, and a stone foundation.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and modern appliances.
A wooden lodge with a balcony, stone steps, and a sign indicating the number 500.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and bar stools.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

JR Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Double Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Ensuite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Carnelian Bay

Located in Carnelian Bay, this holiday home 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Agate Bay - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 20 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 28 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 23 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Beachside Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bear Belly Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake on 25 April 2027 start from NZ$2,863, 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 Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Olive 4 BR Private Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Pet-Friendly, Walk to Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Agate Bay and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area. North Tahoe Regional Park and North Tahoe Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space, reliable communication - great stay overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the space and had a great experience with our team. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back to Tahoe soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with walking distance to the lake. Beautiful master suite and bathroom on the main level. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs (one Ensuite) and the 3rd sleeping area is a large loft which is open to the living room. This is a multi-level home so there are many stairs if that concerns anyone in your party. The house is well equipped and overall very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 14 October 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re glad you found Olive Branch comfortable and well equipped, and enjoyed the home’s proximity to the lake and spacious layout. We appreciate you noting the stairs and loft setup for future guests. We hope to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is in a great location close to the lake, shopping, restaurants, bus stop, and trails. The beds were comfortable and the house was well equipped to meet our needs. Some of the furniture could use an update but overall a very comfortable and pleasant experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 6 October 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed the convenient location, comfortable beds, and well equipped home. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the furniture and will be sure to share it with the homeowner. We hope to welcome you back to Tahoe again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our group. We only stayed a few nights but we loved it. Great location! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We’re so glad to hear the home was a great fit for your group and that you enjoyed your stay, even for a short visit. It’s wonderful that the location worked well for you, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’d love to host you again on your next trip.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place overall and the proximity to Garwoods, Magic Carpet mini golf, and the resorts is unmatched!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you enjoyed the location and proximity to Garwoods, Magic Carpet mini golf, and the resorts. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful house for a three generational winter vacation! Our 5 and 7 year old grandkids loved all the snow to play in the fenced backyard. The interior of the house is spacious and had everything we needed to enjoy a week in the Sierras!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your multi-generational family had such a great winter vacation and that the grandkids loved playing in the snowy fenced backyard. ❄️ It’s fantastic to hear that the house felt spacious and had everything you needed to enjoy your week in the Sierras. We’d love to host you and your family again on your next Tahoe getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house in a nice location

The home was very nice, comfortable for 6 people, and in a nice neighborhood not to far from shopping. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 March 2024
We’re thrilled that you were satisfied with your experience. We would love to welcome you back to Tahoe!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Fun at the Olive Branch Lodge

We had a really great time staying at Olive Branch. Plenty of room for the whole family with college age kids! The location was perfect for walking to a morning coffee or breakfast or spending an afternoon sampling Garwood's famous appetizers and drinks. The hot tub was a big hit after a day at the beach or hiking and we really enjoyed the big space for family game night. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it for those families who need places to be together or have some space to relax. Lots of indoor and outdoor nooks to hide away when you need a sibling break :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
Thank you for the great review, Elizabeth! It was a pleasure hosting your party!! We look forward to hosting you again very soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful mountain house!

This home accommodates family members of all different ages. The large fenced backyard covered with an ample amount of snow was a favorite play area for the 4 and 6 year old. Everything in the exterior of this house makes for a repeat family vacation next Winter.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2025
Thank you for your kind review, Mary! It’s great to hear that your family enjoyed the backyard and found it to be a perfect play area for the kids. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable family vacation next winter!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What a Treasure in Tahoe!

Our family truly enjoyed our stay in your beautiful home. The house is large and spacious with plenty of room for people to spread out or spend time together. It was cozy and welcoming! And the kitchen had lots of counter space for prepping family meals. We enjoyed cooking on the backyard deck (We brought our Blackstone from home). There were plenty of towels and linens! Thank you so much for making our family vacation so much more enjoyable and comfortable! We'll definitely be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great house for multi-generational family trip

We loved the location and the size of the house. It was well stocked and comfortable. We easily slept 7 people with dogs and had a great time. Very close to the beach, Gar Woods, hiking, etc. The hot tub was great and the kitchen well stocked. The only caveat for those traveling with pets is that the fence is not solid and had a large hole (missing planks) in the back so it is not "fully fenced" and we could not leave our dogs in the yard unattended but it is mostly fenced and it was fine while we were there and hanging out with them. Nice large yard for the dogs to explore and enjoy. Would stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 Star

The location was perfect. House was very clean. Quiet neighborhood. The kitchen could use more plates and glasses. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful stay at our vacation rental. We strive to create a comfortable and memorable experience for all of our guests, and we're glad we could make that happen for you. We hope to welcome you back in the future! If there's anything we can do to make your next stay even better, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family group

Very roomy cabin for the whole family. We brought groceries, including spices, to take advantage of using the kitchen for our meals. The backyard with the hot tub was perfect in the winter after a day on the slopes. We were able to use both the garage and the driveway for our cars, very convenient after a snowfall.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2024
Thank you for the great review, Mark! It was a pleasure hosting your party! We look forward to your next Tahoe vacation!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home!

What an amazing piece of property! The house is beautiful inside with a really great layout of rooms and the mountain/bear decor was so inviting. Our three generational vacation was truly enjoyed by all with snow in the backyard to play in, a cross country resort close by (Tahoe XC) and a delicious restaurant Gar Wood nearby. Everyone enjoyed themselves (3 to 70 years old) and would love a return visit in the future. We would like to thank whoever the owner of this beautiful home is for letting us enjoy it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Thank you for the great review Mary! We are so happy you had an amazing time! We look forward to hosting you again next time you are in Tahoe!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5

The Olive Branch cabin worked really well for my family of 8. The common area was more than enough room for 6 adults and two kids and the bedroom/ loft layout worked well for us. Located close to amenities and the north Tahoe regional park for sledding was great for us. Cabin was very clean and well kept. We had a great weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful stay at our vacation rental. We strive to create a comfortable and memorable experience for all of our guests, and we're glad we could make that happen for you. We hope to welcome you back in the future! If there's anything we can do to make your next stay even better, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Getaway Home!!

We loved everything about the Olive Branch home. Great location, extremely well appointed, very clean. The layout is great and offers space for everyone. My husband and I are in tech and had to work part of the time during our stay ... Olive Branch provides a great environment and space for keeping our kids occupied while we worked. Also centrally located to great restaurants, Tahoe City, Meeks Bay, etc. We also tried our hand at miniature golf while there. Would absolutely book this home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Hi Shannon, thank you so much for your feedback. We’re happy that this home and its location was able to provide all you wanted and more! We appreciate you trusting Tahoe Getaways LLC and we look forward to having you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Barb

Great place and location. Only con was there is no furniture on the balconies so couldn’t enjoy outside without dragging chairs outside. Also, not much outdoor seating in the backyard on deck. Kleenex would have been nice too, but otherwise great house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you for the review, Barb!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Clean and Comfortable

My family and I recently stayed at the Olive Branch rental home and had a fantastic time. The house was beautiful, clean, and in a great location. The layout of the house was perfect for our group. However, we did have issues with the internet during our stay. It was quite slow, which made it difficult for us to stay connected. Despite this issue, we still had a great time and would recommend the rental to others. The property managers were also very friendly and responsive. Overall, it was a wonderful stay and we hope to visit again in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful stay at our vacation rental. We strive to create a comfortable and memorable experience for all of our guests, and we're glad we could make that happen for you. We hope to welcome you back in the future! If there's anything we can do to make your next stay even better, please don't hesitate to reach out.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nice house but internet was terrible

Thought the house was very nice and we would plan to stay there several times a year as our boat is in the water nearby. But the internet was terrible and made it almost impossible to work remotely. If you get upgraded please let us know and we will stay again for sure. Also, the jets in the hot tub did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2025
Thank you for reviewing Olive Branch.&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(72, 72, 72); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">We have to agree that is should be easier to have reliable internet, however in these rural areas, we really have only one provider to pick from. Wireless internet and cell service can be slower than what our guests may be used to in the city no matter what home you rent. Cell service is fairly good in the area and guests are welcome to bring their own hot spots.</span>
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Vacation

Our stay for six days over Christmas was wonderful. Beautiful, well-kept, fully-furnished and nicely decorated house. Kept very warm in the cold weather. Gas fireplace works too well (not a complaint)! Had to turn on and off to keep from getting too hot.We got a permit to cut down our own Christmas tree near Alpine Meadows. We were very glad the house has high vaulted ceilings in the living room. The tree we chose ended up being 12.5 ft tall! It did not look that big against a mountain, but it was perfect!Had to call management company once (very responsive) to locate pots and pans. They were in drawer under the cooktop that was stuck shut and looked like a facade, not like a drawer. Opened with a hard pull, once we knew what it was.A few minor carpet stains here and there, but for a dog friendly house that's to be expected. No odors at all.We would definitely stay here again!Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2025
Thank you for your review, Thomas! I'm glad to hear that you had a wonderful Christmas stay and enjoyed the house's features, especially the high ceilings for your impressive tree. I appreciate your understanding regarding the minor carpet stains, and I'm happy to hear our team was responsive to your inquiry. We would love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Beautiful property, needs maintenance

While this home is absolutely beautiful and a great property, the evidence of deferred maintenance is clear once you settle in. This was the second time we stayed at this property, the first being 10 years ago. At the time, in 2013, the home was stunning - well-appointed furniture, plenty of cooking utensils and cookware, a great backyard environment - an all-around beautiful property. This time, we felt like the house had ten years of short-term rental miles on it with VERY little maintenance and care directed at the upkeep of the property. For the expense of this home, we were VERY disappointed by the quality of the property and would caution any future renters of the disappointment you may have if you this you are getting what you pay for.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide such great public and private feedback! We take this feedback very seriously, and want nothing but each guest to have an amazing vacation. We have since resolved the minor maintenance and glassware issues you privately shared with us. In addition, this property went through a deep clean. We hope to host you again to show this is an amazing property! Thank you again for the feedback!!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Very spacious but not comfortable

We were disappointed in the lower level master bedroom. The bed had a plastic mattress cover which made the fitted sheet slip around all night. The bathroom is very beautiful however the floor was freezing cold with only two small throw rugs. The shower drain plugged up immediately so you are standing in water. We were thinking we could sit on the patio but the table set is very old and not comfortable. The kitchen is very nice and set up well for cooking. The carpeting is obviously well warn and not a issue if you are a large group with kids. Mixed reviews. We left a day early.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2024
Thank you taking the time to provide this review, Richard.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We Love Olive Branch & Tahoe Getaways!

This was the 3rd year we stayed at Olive Branch and our 6th rental with Tahoe Getaways. We love coming back to this house and hope to continue to do so for many more years! There are lots of reasons for this, the location is fantastic, the size, layout and condition of the home are perfect for our adult family of 7 plus our dogs. The kitchen is large enough for several people to work in it and it's well stocked with everything one needs to cook all we've thought of so far. The large living room is comfy for watching a movie or just enjoying the fireplace. The dining room table seats our whole group and the bedroom arrangement gives everyone private spaces with plenty of bathrooms. We also enjoy having the fenced back yard with the deck and hot tub so the dogs can run around freely while we are out there. It also feels very private. Tahoe Getaways is by far the BEST property management company we have ever had at the many rentals we have enjoyed over the years. They are so pleasant to talk to and extremely responsive if something needs repair. Knowing they are there makes the stay worry free! Thank you to both the lovely owners for sharing their home with us and Tahoe Getaways for making it happen! We look forward to many more vacations here.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2025
<p style="margin:0in 0in 8pt"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Thank you for taking the time to leave us a positive review. It was a pleasure hosting you and hope to welcome you again soon.</span></span></span></p>
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Needs some repairs but great location and potential

Great house, location etc. But we had searched mainly for a home with a fenced area in yard for our dogs and we arrived to 39 feet of the fence down. Very upsetting to hear it had been down since spring and no one alerted us of this. Major property management mistake!!! Also the door to the deck is broken and very hard to open and close. Being this is where the hot tub and grill are, it was a tremendous hassle to lift the slider each time we wanted to open it. I read about this in reviews from year ago, guess I assumed it would have been fixed. Lots of dog pee stains everywhere, broken dresser drawers and no smart TVs. These are things I would expect when spending this much. So much potential but needs much better upkeep! Fantastic location and nice kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2022
Thank you for your candid feedback. It helps us to improve our service levels. Our deepest apologies regarding the downed fence. Our Operations team has attempted to repair it a few times and contacted the homeowner that it requires replacement. We do have a replacement sliding door on order, which is back-ordered. We have since deep cleaned the carpets at this vacation home and made repairs to the furnishings.
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