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Sierra Bella: 3 BR, 2 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 8

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A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors.
A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a chair, and a large mirror.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a kitchen with a stove and cabinets.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a dining area with wooden furniture, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Shared communal pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (90 reviews)
Forest View: 3 BR, 2 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 7

About the area

Carnelian Bay

Located in Carnelian Woods, a neighbourhood in Carnelian Bay, this holiday home 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. 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.
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Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Agate Bay - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 22 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 30 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 24 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Beachside Grille - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bear Belly Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sierra Bella: 3 BR, 2 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sierra Bella: 3 BR, 2 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sierra Bella: 3 BR, 2 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sierra Bella: 3 BR, 2 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 8 located?

Located in Carnelian Woods, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Agate Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and North Tahoe Marina. Brockway Summit and Moon Dunes Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 76 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was located in a wonderful spot, with plenty of room to relax in. The hot tub and pool was a nice way to relax in the early evening as pool closed at 7 pm.We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a really good spot at the top of the mountain. Very quiet and plenty of parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Views!

What an amazing time at this property. We got cozy after a long day on the mountain!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carnelian Woods is the perfect place to stay! Lake view, pristine water, peaceful, quiet, the lodge with pool tables, ping pong, air hockey, spa, huge pool, sauna, showers, kitchen, bbq, tennis, pickleball courts and close to Tahoe City with its bike routes and Lazy Truckee River rafting! What else could you ask for? This place offers everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
pretty good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, a great place! It is outdated & needs to be remodeled- especially the bathrooms. The beds were uncomfortable & one of the queen beds had a big dip in the middle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Needs Update

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Place was clean, but very outdated & the mattresses need to be replaced.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family wedding

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was perfect for the wedding we were attending. The property manager let us check in 30 minutes early as we arrived before expected.Property is very dated but quite acceptable as it has air conditioning!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great value and good location

This house was great for a group of 8 young adults. There were a handful of (LARGE) carpenter ants which seemed to be living in the house however, and when I mentioned this to the property manager upon departure they claimed they couldn't see any ants....but we definitely saw them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place needs updates I had to report many problems and damages that it had when we first arrived.Refrigerator had a broken shelf there was a water dispenser holding itThe place has dents and holes by the kitchen area This place is not a 3bd the upstairs loft seems to be the 3th room Neighbor are not nice they will bang on your door if they hear noise. He insulted us and scare my family.
Broken book shelf
Top shelf is broken the water jar is holding on to it
There is dents and scratches all around the place
Second floor going to the bathroom has a corner damage
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location, horrible inside

We knew when we rented this condo that it was outdated, however it was actually outdated plus not kept up. The beds and pillows were old and lumpy, several pieces of furniture were broken, there were holes in the walls and in the screen door, stains on the carpet and I could go on.The location, view and clubhouse were amazing, however it was not a restful stay. We spent time fixing toilets and furniture and not sleeping at night.If you like this location I would recommend renting a different unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your stay did not meet expectations. While we acknowledge that the unit is dated, it's clear from your experience that the condition and maintenance fell short, and we sincerely apologize for that. Your comments regarding the beds, furniture, and overall upkeep are being taken seriously, and we are actively addressing these issues to improve the comfort and quality of the condo for future guests. We’re also working with our maintenance and cleaning teams to ensure these types of problems are resolved promptly moving forward. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the location, view, and clubhouse, and we genuinely appreciate your honest input—it helps us make necessary improvements. Should you consider staying in the area again, we’d love the opportunity to provide a much better experience. Thank you again for your review.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Outdated

The Lakeview was awesome. The unit needs some updating. TV was 32 inches ridiculously small. The dishwasher racks were missing parts so rack almost fell out every time. Refrigerator/freezer iced up. Carpets were dirty. Bathroom door upstairs did not lock. Bar stool broken. Drywall by the barstool had a whole in it. Recliner didn't work. Hole where lever would have been. Also a had a hole in the drywall next to the broken barstool King size bed in the master would have been nice.On the positive side when we had a problem with the toilets the repairs was quick.We have stayed at carnelian woods many times over the last 49 years.I would definitely stay at carnelian woods again but not this unit.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited with four of our grandkids (ages 8, 10, 13, and 16) who enjoyed it very much. The two younger ones did not want to go back home!Good, clean, nicely appointed unit. Resort is located in a beautiful, quiet area among pine trees; you can see the lake in between the trees from the second floor balcony. It has a great, heated pool and decent amenities. Good for a family of 6-8 people - four in two "private" rooms. The host was excellent in communicating and incredibly responsive to our needs. We would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Todo muy bien, lo recomiendo solo que falta mas luz en los cuartos y una parrilla de gas
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Todo tranquilo dormimo bien la casa bien limpua
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A three night family stay in Tahoe and we stayed at this condo. The location was perfect. Pros and Cons:Pros: They had everything we needed, the grill works great! Cons: The condo is a bit dated, it was hot they needed more fans available for guest, the couch since it's a sleeper was not comfortable to sit in. Overall is was good...(not great but good).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy and quiet place in the trees

Staying in this condo for our first family trip to Tahoe was perfect! The photos were a good representation of this 3 story house. The main bedroom and queen bed were on the first floor and shared a bathroom. The kitchen and living space were on the second floor and the two twin beds are in the loft area on the third level. The home is older and though everything isn’t brand spanking new, it was comfy and had everything we needed for a week long trip. It had plenty of towels and toilet paper and the kitchen had all tools needed for meals. Check in and out we’re all done with no need to visit the rental company. This made it super easy. The view of the lake, though further than I had hoped was still perfect for viewing while having morning coffee. The location was perfect for us. There is a small rocky beach that is walkable down the hill. However we found ourselves going to Forest Beach or Secline. Also at the bottom of the hill is the Clubhouse with pool and hot tubs. My family spent a few hours playing bocce down there too. Driving to Heavenly for the gondola ride was about an hour but the views and stops along the way made it seem super close. We also rented kayaks and paddle boards to check out Powerboat beach and later rented a boat for tubing and wake boarding. Mixed in the week were hikes to Monkey Rock, Martis Fire Look Out and Eagle Rock. It was a great week for our family and there was much to do to keep 3 teens occupied! The memories we made were priceless!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Terrific Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: ^^^
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lake Tahoe

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great space, great views!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sierra bella

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great experience. Staff was very responsive to questions. The property information and check in and out instructions were very clear.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quick weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very good. Easy
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable - Great Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Comfortable property. We are excited to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Disappointing

First the positive, I like the location, well stocked kitchen, washer and dryer was appreciated, nice to have balconies, microwave broke but replaced the next day and exterminator came out twice to deal with ants. Negative, 50 year old townhouse, and it shows it. Carpet needs cleaning as does furniture, we had ant problems, upstairs toilet seat does not stay up due to poor install, large bowl under kitchen sink with water, obviously put there to catch leaky kitchen sink, Wifi cuts in and out which also provides signal to TV, wrong coffee filters, not even one box of tissues, and when I walked by heater filter it looks like it was clogged full of dust and dirt. Shower diverter and faucets need attention. Small dishwasher, ended up washing tall glasses by hand.. Overall a lack of maintenance and upkeep.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice place to stay! But not super, super nice.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location up the mountain a bit and lots of trees. Pool isn't really close but a very short drive away. The home could use a little TLC (particularly in the bathrooms and kitchen) and is a little hot at night in the summer since no A/C (even with windows open). A little ant issues in the kitchen as well. Nothing too scary. Great view from balcony. Parking is easy breezy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great time!

Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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