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Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees

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A wooden bar with a stone countertop, surrounded by metal chairs, overlooking a lake with boats and a pier.
A cabin surrounded by tall trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing natural light.
A grassy area with tall trees and a paved path.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a quilted cover, and a bedside lamp.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Carnelian Bay

Located in Carnelian Bay, this cottage is 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 snowmobiling and sledging.
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Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Agate Bay - 1 min drive - 1.5 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 - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 22 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 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Beachside Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bear Belly Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees on 4 April 2027 start from NZ$2,613, 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 Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Agate Bay and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area. North Tahoe Regional Park and North Tahoe Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed here several times and it’s always an excellent experience! The host is truly outstanding!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect setup for us year after year!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a ton of fun for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We like this place because of the lake front access and private access. Perfect location and space for our group
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time at this home.Erin was incredibly responsive and accommodating. Fantastic location and property was exactly described. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and a really outstanding host!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've stayed here for a few years and always love returning. The waterfront is perfect for launching our kayaks, it's an easy walk to restaurants, and we never get tired of the view!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience

Loved everything about the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Spectacular location! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer fun

The weather was wonderful! We loved the easy walking access to morning coffee, restaurants, and paddle boat rentals. The hosts were extremely gracious and provided beautiful outdoor grounds, a great dock, and high-quality water accessories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place on the N Shore of Lake Tahoe

This property is GREAT! Serene, excellent location, quiet with access to the lake shore and a lakeside path to local Gar Woods Restaurant. Hosts are responsive and very friendly. Becoming our annual trip there!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and property

Everything was as advertised. We styed in a nice cabin with all amenities and access to the lake and a hill for sledding behind the house were a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. My family enjoyed and relaxed. I don't even remember when was last time i relaxed on short vacation. Only thing was missing was WiFi.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent Location

Home is in a great location - adequate in all respects. Could use some clearer directions for use of thermostat, TV, internet, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great location and view

Overall good experience. Cabin itself needs minor work and better cleaning. Communication with owner was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thanks for the feedback! Opening up to the summer season always has its challenges but we’re set for a great summer! Good help (housekeeping in this case) is especially challenging in the Tahoe region so we’ve got to take care of those out there working!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

Loved the view ! The inside just needs a bit more cleaning … many cob webs and no bath soaps and I really wanted to take a bath but no plug for the tub. We really want to stay again though :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thank you for your feedback!! We want to make your time at our house as comfortable as can be so we will fix these things!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Infant Friendly

Of course, we brought our own Pack & Play, but as the host provided one, we were able to have one set up in the upstairs bedroom and in the living room, which made things very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay!

This property is just right for us. Wonderful view and location just far enough away from the city to feel good. Plenty of amenities. Unfortunately they were doing 24/7 road construction just next to the property, but they moved far enough away in a day or two and it was fine after that. Nothing to be done and not owner's fault. Lake was full which always makes it nice. Already booked for next year!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ideal location

Amazing location! Great spot for a family summer vacation. The outdoor spaces are so awesome. The large porch, big grassy area, the swing set, the boat house deck, access to paddle boat and kayak, and of course the lake! Hard to beat this combo. The inside of the house is quite outdated, but it’s a decent amount of space, well equipped, and seemed pretty clean. We would have preferred a slightly more updated interior, and upgraded bedding/pillows, but the location and outside features made up for where the house was slightly lacking. I think we’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cottage. We loved the wrap around porch with a perfect view of the lake. The yard was amazing; we only wished for some comfortable chairs down on the grass and especially on the boat house deck. We ended up purchasing some on our own to use and donating them to the house. The kitchen was well appointed and easy to cook some fantastic dinners! We could see some updates were being made to the doors ( with the pieces of wood we had to step over to go outside) but that was a small price to pay for the comfort of our stay. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation

We had a great time and everything was as pictured. The home is older and a bit disorganized but cozy. The amenities were great. We used the paddle boat and kayaks. There were only 2 life jackets in the house which was fine for us given we only had 1 person under 12yo. I was surprised there were no beach towels and we ended up purchasing some which was fine since we drove vs flying. The bugs were to be expected but a bit too much for me at times, lots of spiders in the house. It wasn’t the cleanest place I’ve ever stayed inOverall we had a great time and will hopefully revisit in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

2/10 Terrible

very disappointing

Sorry Erin, I was so disappointed when i walked into your cabin. There is so much deferred maintenance there. Carpets were full of black stains, door screens hanging by a thread,slider did not lock, many, many other problems. Needs an upstairs window covering as main road is so close to the property, anybody can see in. The very next day I went out looking for another place to stay. Because I prepaid for 4 nights, I stuck it out. I am returning to the Lake, but would not stay at your cabin again. You were so nice on the phone that i didn't want to complain.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
This is a huge disappointment, and I wish you had called me rather than "stick it out." We had a great rapport, I gave you a discount, and your BBQ request was fixed within the hour. The house is not 100% perfect, but what vacation rental is? I wish people treated a vacation rental well, but in reality it's often the opposite. The carpets are cleaned every 6 months, so stains, yes, but dirty, no. We've been doing work little by little as budgets and guest stays allow. The couches are brand new as well as other furnishings, and the dryer is brand new. The window coverings are on order because we just repainted the room I had no idea the sliding door doesn't lock or perhaps could it be user error? Letting me know of things that need attention is one thing, but lack of understanding and nit-picking doesn't seem fair. I have repeat guests that come year after year, and never have I had such harsh reviews. However we had great communication and I would have remedied the situation before it became hurtful. I believe the right thing to do would be to amend your review, but that is in your hands. I am sorry that you had such a horrible time and even more sorry you didn't give the chance to fix that.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, cute house

Let me start by saying that I would absolutely book this home again. The lakefront location absolutely can not be beat. It is serene and beautiful and the views are unmatched. Access to the rooftop of the boathouse is definitely a huge plus. It’s the perfect place to hang out and enjoy the beauty that is Lake Tahoe. The house is well appointed, and even the pull out couches are extremely comfortable. We were a bit surprised to see that the upstairs bathroom did not have a door, so there was a bit of maneuvering to make things work out with 7 of us staying in the house. There is the one bedroom upstairs, and the stairs are immediately out the door, so if you’re staying with young children I would keep that in mind. I know my kids, and they are a bit of kamikazes sometimes so I might be a little bit nervous staying with younger ones. The water heater kept up extremely well with a large group, which was definitely a plus. Kitchen has enough pots and pans and dishes to cook and serve food. There was also a blender, some electric skillets, and a regular coffee maker. There is a Safeway nearby for any grocery needs, and multiple 7-Eleven‘s if you just need something small and quick. It is a short drive in to Kings Beach where there are more food options, tenders and easy drive into Incline Village and the state line area with casinos. Erin was attentive and quick to respond to a couple questions, so that was greatly appreciated. For the price and the location this house is a definite find. I hope to come back with my family soon so they can also experience the beauty that is Lake Tahoe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2022
Would love to have you again! Thanks for taking great care of the house! Also should note, the bathroom “without a door” is an en suite bathroom. So it’s a private bathroom within the upstairs primary bedroom. No funny business here :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive host, Easy check in and out and beautiful views!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September long weekend

The outdoor living space and amenities are unbelievable! The pictures do not capture the deck, grassy area or the lake access. Our group of two couples was comfortable with the indoor living space. The kitchen was well equipped — the only suggestion would be a few more coffee cups. I would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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