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Steps to Lake: Scenic Carnelian Bay Retreat
Family-friendly holiday home in Carnelian Bay with a hot tub
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 7 157.9 sq m
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Carnelian Bay, CA
- Place, Agate Bay6 min drive
- Place, Kings Beach State Recreation Area8 min drive
- Place, Northstar California Resort35 min drive
- Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
About this property
Steps to Lake: Scenic Carnelian Bay Retreat
Kick back and relax when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental in Carnelian Bay. Nestled in a peaceful forest, the Carnelian Woods community offers countless amenities, from an outdoor pool to on-site hiking trails. Visit the lake, only a short walk away, or spend the day at Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks. Then return home to watch the sunset from the private balcony. This townhome has the makings of a memorable trip for your whole crew!
-- THE PROPERTY --
STR24-8916 | 2 Private Balconies w/ Electric Grill | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Forest Views
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Lofted Twin Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play
COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Outdoor pool (seasonal), hot tub, playground, ping-pong table, tennis & pickleball courts, bocce ball, sand volleyball court, bike & kayak racks, grilling stations, horseshoe pit, par course, game room, recreation center w/ pool table & sauna, lake access, on-site hiking trails
INDOOR LIVING: 3 Smart TVs, dining table, work desks & WFH space, ceiling fan
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, cooking basics, air fryer, toaster oven, high chair
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, washer/dryer (detergent provided), towels/linens, beach towels, trash bags/paper towels, hangers, hair dryer
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), quiet hours (9:00 PM-8:00 AM), no A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story townhome, 3 steps to access, full bathroom & 2 bedrooms on 1st floor, interior stairs required to access main living spaces
PARKING: Open community lot (2 vehicles), no street parking
-- THE LOCATION --
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Patton Beach (500 feet), North Tahoe Regional Park (3 miles), Skylandia Park (4 miles), Kings Beach State Recreation Area (4 miles), Lake Forest Beach (5 miles), Commons Beach (6 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Magic Carpet Golf (0.1 miles), Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks (7 miles), Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (32 miles), Fun Quest (48 miles)
CASINOS: Crystal Bay Casino (5 miles), Grand Lodge Casino at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe (10 miles)
DINING: Tahoe Waterman (0.1 miles), Old Post Office Cafe (0.2 miles), CB’s Bistro (0.2 miles), Gar Woods Grill and Pier (0.3 miles)
HIT THE SLOPES: Northstar California Resort (10 miles), Palisades Tahoe (13 miles), Heavenly Ski Resort (34 miles)
AIRPORT: Reno-Tahoe International Airport (50 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story townhome requires 3 steps to access. While it offers a full bathroom and 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, interior stairs are required to access the main living spaces
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- NOTE: There is no A/C in this property, as is typical for the Tahoe area. There are fans in the house for cooling
-- THE PROPERTY --
STR24-8916 | 2 Private Balconies w/ Electric Grill | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Forest Views
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Lofted Twin Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play
COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Outdoor pool (seasonal), hot tub, playground, ping-pong table, tennis & pickleball courts, bocce ball, sand volleyball court, bike & kayak racks, grilling stations, horseshoe pit, par course, game room, recreation center w/ pool table & sauna, lake access, on-site hiking trails
INDOOR LIVING: 3 Smart TVs, dining table, work desks & WFH space, ceiling fan
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, cooking basics, air fryer, toaster oven, high chair
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, washer/dryer (detergent provided), towels/linens, beach towels, trash bags/paper towels, hangers, hair dryer
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), quiet hours (9:00 PM-8:00 AM), no A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story townhome, 3 steps to access, full bathroom & 2 bedrooms on 1st floor, interior stairs required to access main living spaces
PARKING: Open community lot (2 vehicles), no street parking
-- THE LOCATION --
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Patton Beach (500 feet), North Tahoe Regional Park (3 miles), Skylandia Park (4 miles), Kings Beach State Recreation Area (4 miles), Lake Forest Beach (5 miles), Commons Beach (6 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Magic Carpet Golf (0.1 miles), Tahoe Treetop Adventure Parks (7 miles), Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (32 miles), Fun Quest (48 miles)
CASINOS: Crystal Bay Casino (5 miles), Grand Lodge Casino at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe (10 miles)
DINING: Tahoe Waterman (0.1 miles), Old Post Office Cafe (0.2 miles), CB’s Bistro (0.2 miles), Gar Woods Grill and Pier (0.3 miles)
HIT THE SLOPES: Northstar California Resort (10 miles), Palisades Tahoe (13 miles), Heavenly Ski Resort (34 miles)
AIRPORT: Reno-Tahoe International Airport (50 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story townhome requires 3 steps to access. While it offers a full bathroom and 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, interior stairs are required to access the main living spaces
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- NOTE: There is no A/C in this property, as is typical for the Tahoe area. There are fans in the house for cooling
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Carnelian Bay
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Carnelian Woods, a neighbourhood in Carnelian Bay. 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 and Kings Beach Miniature Golf. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.

Carnelian Bay, CA
What's nearby
- Agate Bay - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
- Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
- Kings Beach State Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
- Palisades Tahoe - 27 min drive - 26.5 km
- Northstar California Resort - 35 min drive - 23.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Lodge at Big Springs - 20 min drive
- Gar Woods Grill & Pier - 10 min walk
- Jason's Beachside Grille - 7 min drive
- Taco Bell - 8 min drive
- Whitecaps Pizza - 7 min drive
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