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Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees

Carnelian Bay accommodation with kitchen

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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 pier extending into a lake with boats docked at the end.
A grassy area with tall trees and a paved path.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carnelian Bay

On lake.You'll find Agate Bay and Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop and North Tahoe Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Agate Bay - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 20 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 21 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Palisades Tahoe - 28 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 22 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lodge at Big Springs - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Mexicana Meat Market & Taqueria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees

Lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage with 2 convertible sofa beds, sits on a large and beautifully landscaped lakefront parcel. Private lakefront accommodations including use of summertime paddle boats, sunbathing area on top of boat house. Cottage is a short walk to Gar Woods, Miniature Golf and Pizza and also very convenient to shopping, and dining in Tahoe City and Kings Beach. In the summer time join nearby golf courses and in the winter the house is a short drive to Northstar, Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows. Lodging features include beautiful lakeviews from the open living and dining area, large fireplace with firewood included. The expansive patio includes a BBQ and plenty of seating for friends and family and during the summer enjoy strolling among the bright and sunny lawns and flower beds along the lakeshore.

THIS PROPERTY IS NOT TO BE USED FOR HOSTING LARGE GATHERINGS (12+ people) and there is no burning, fire pit or open charcoal of any kind allowed. These two subjects are strictly enforced under Placer County Sheriff and violations be charged to the renter.
Use of the dock is available for swim use only, not available for docking or storing guest water craft.
WIFI IS AVAILABLE! New provider with no more issues! Please ignore Vrbo’s auto email that says it’s not available, it remains a mystery where that is being generated or how to change.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

THERE IS NO OUTDOOR BURNING OF ANY KIND! NO FIRE PIT, CAMP FIRES OR CHARCOAL BBQ ALLOWED ANYWHERE!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number 50002

Property is also known as

Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded Lush Trees
Cozy Private Lakefront Surrounded Lush Trees Carnelian Bay
Cozy Private Lakefront Surrounded Lush Trees
Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees Cottage
Cottage Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees to the airport?

This cottage is 13.8 mi (20-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees to the beach?

This cottage is 3.2 mi (5-min drive) from Moon Dunes Beach and 4 mi (7-min drive) from Kings Beach State Recreation Area. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Crystal Bay Casino (10-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (10-min drive) are nearby.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees to downtown Carnelian Bay?

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from Carnelian Bay.

Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Dick Z.

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

Lori H.

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

James G.

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

Raymond K.

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

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Dick Z.

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

Agnieszka W.

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

8/10 Good

Ann Y.

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

Emilia T.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christa M.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Dick Z.

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

Sara K.

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

Jim B.

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

Adrienne B.

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

Stephanie K.

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina A.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful View!

Great Location. Beautiful view. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

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

Lakefront cabin

We had a wonderful time. It was fantastic being able to walk straight out to the lake and enjoy the views. The owner is very responsive to any questions you may have. Thanks for sharing your beautiful place with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

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

Location can’t be beat!

Cozy home with amazing Lake Tahoe views and access! We stayed over Thanksgiving and it was a perfect weekend refuge. Was great for a winter stay, can only imagine how perfect a summertime visit would be. Super close walk to GarWoods for drinks or dinner. Extremely comfortable beds too!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Nice Cabin with beautiful view

Property owner was very responsive. We enjoyed the view of the lake. Accommodations were very good. Had trouble with the TV but gave us more time for meaningful conversation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liane W.

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

Lakeside Paradise

We rented this two bedroom house to ring in my son’s third birthday, and it was perfect. The house was clean and is nicer than the photos. The view was gorgeous. The best part was the direct lake access and large, shaded backyard. We had a piñata for him in the backyard. We used the owners paddle boat and took him out on the lake, which we all loved. Seeing Lake Tahoe from the water was a first for me; it’s so beautiful and peaceful. We also loved the swing set that overlooks the lake, which has an adult seat and toddler seat. This was the perfect spot to celebrate his 3rd birthday. Thank you, Erin and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Amazing property

We had a great time on our stay. The house was perfect for us, and the lot with the proximity to the lake was amazing! We will definetly be staying again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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