In Carnelian Bay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Carnelian Bay vacation home, you'll find Agate Bay and North Tahoe Marina. Moon Dunes Beach and Brockway Summit are also within 3 miles (5 km).
beach near Carnelian Woods - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
Northstar California Resort - 19 min drive - 12.9 miles
Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 20 min drive - 12.0 miles
Palisades Tahoe - 31 min drive - 18.0 miles
Getting around
Truckee Station - 22 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
The Lodge at Big Springs - 19 min drive
Gar Woods Grill & Pier - 3 min drive
Summit Deck & Grill at Northstar California™ Resort - 37 min drive
Whitecaps Pizza - 6 min drive
White Rabbit Eatery - 17 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.
Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals
// This home is a short term rental and ski lease \\
**PETS PROHIBITED**
Stephens Retreat is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home, centrally located in a quiet neighborhood on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. It’s a true Tahoe retreat, ideal for 2 small families or a group of up to 10.
Enter on the first floor the spacious, open and tastefully decorated kitchen, living and dining areas, half bathroom in the hall and King Master bedroom suite off of the kitchen.
The modern, fully updated kitchen is a cook’s dream with 5 burner gas stove, double ovens and all the equipment needed to prepare and serve meals. Farm-style dining table can seat up to 10, plus there’s casual dining in the kitchen with 4 bar stools at the counter.
Snuggle in the living room by the gas fireplace and enjoy a movie on the large flat screen TV or curl up with a good book in one of the window seat nooks.
Step out of the living room onto the sunny deck to grill up something tasty on the gas BBQ (available in summer only) or simply to appreciate the aroma and serenity of the surrounding pines.
Upstairs you’ll find three more bedrooms. On one side of the hall is a spacious second King Master Suite with flat screen TV and twin-vanity bathroom. On the other side there’s a Queen bedroom with large flat screen TV and another bedroom with Queen-on-bottom, Twin-on-top bunkbeds and a separate Twin bed. These two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill-style full bathroom.
From Stephens Retreat in the Agate Bay area, it’s so easy to get to beaches, hiking and biking trails, ski resorts, casinos, restaurants, shopping and virtually all the adventures Lake Tahoe offers.
Come discover Stephens Retreat -- you’ll want to escape to this fantastic Lake Tahoe home at every opportunity!
Please note: The wood-burning fireplace shown in the photos near the dining table is non-operational.
Two car garage and a large, flat driveway. Parking is limited to 4 spaces.
Bedrooms: Bedroom 1 - Downstairs Master, King Bed Bedroom 2 - Upstairs Master, King Bed Bedroom 3 - Upstairs, Queen Bed Bedroom 4 - Upstairs, Bunk Bed Twin on Top and Double on Bottom and 1 Twin Bed
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS (Approximate; weather/traffic vary) Patton Beach (Carnelian Bay) — ~1–2 mi / ~4–8 min (close enough to walk from parts of Agate Bay/Carnelian Bay). Carnelian West Beach — ~1–2 mi / ~4–8 min Gar Woods Grill & Pier (Carnelian Bay) — ~2–3 mi / ~6–12 min Kings Beach (public beach, dining, shops) — ~4–5 mi / ~10–15 min Tahoe Vista Recreation Area (beach + boat launch) — ~5–7 mi / ~12–18 min Tahoe City (Commons Beach, dining/shopping, Truckee River outlet) — ~6 mi / ~10–15 min Northstar California Resort (skiing/riding + village) — ~11 mi / ~20–30 min Palisades Tahoe (Olympic Valley) — ~14 mi / ~25–40 min
GOOD TO KNOW (important details) - Minimum age to rent: 25 - None of our properties have AC unless mentioned elsewhere - Winter access: Chains or snow tires are often required in winter - BBQs (propane) are not provided during winter (November–Memorial Day). Charcoal grills are banned in our area. - Firewood is not supplied during the summer months (Memorial Day through October) - Shampoo/conditioner/bodywash are not included - Most have supplies like flour, sugar, salt & spices, but these are not guaranteed items - We do not provide additional towels for beach use and encourage renters to bring them for summer stays - Placer County STR rules: The county of Placer implemented a new Short Term Rental Ordinance which is very important for guests to abide by. Fines range from $1,500- 5,000 and can be issued to guests who are not in compliance. A full list of rules is attached as a photo in this listing. Some Highlights include: Quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am. No noise shall be heard across property lines. No outdoor speakers or amplified sound are to be used at any time. Street parking is prohibited year-round.
FAQ Are pets allowed? No. Pets are prohibited.
How many guests can stay at Stephens Retreat? The home is ideal for two small families or a group of up to 11 guests.
Is there outdoor space? Yes—there’s a sunny deck for relaxing among the pines.
Is there a BBQ/grill? Yes—a gas BBQ is available in summer only.
Where is the home located? It’s centrally located in a quiet North Shore neighborhood in the Agate Bay area, with easy access to beaches, trails, ski resorts, dining, shopping, and more.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 2,680 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
• Leave any fireplace ashes IN the fireplace (if applicable)
• Do not make any beds
• Start your last set of dishes in the dishwasher
• Collect all trash and dispose of it in the bear-proof bin or dumpster outside
Do NOT leave the key in bear-proof bin door
Let us know if the bear-proof bin is too full to put all your trash inside
• Turn thermostat down to 55 (do not turn off!)
• Turn lights off, secure and lock all doors and windows
• Turn on electric Bear Fencing (if applicable)
• Return keys to HRG Lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
2706-189368
Frequently asked questions
How close is Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals to the airport?
This vacation home is 12.9 mi (19-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals to the beach?
This vacation home is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) from Moon Dunes Beach and 3.1 mi (6-min drive) from Kings Beach State Recreation Area. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Crystal Bay Casino (9-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (9-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals to downtown Carnelian Bay?
This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Carnelian Bay.
Stephens Retreat by Hauserman Rentals Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Our stay at this cabin was exceptional, with every aspect meeting or exceeding our expectations. The perfect cleanliness, high level of comfort, well-equipped kitchen, and pristine bathroom all contributed to a truly enjoyable experience.
- Cleanliness: 5/5 - The cabin was immaculately clean, showing great attention to detail in maintenance.
- Comfort: 5/5 - We found the cabin extremely comfortable, suggesting high-quality furnishings and a well-thought-out layout.
- Kitchen: 5/5 - The kitchen was excellently equipped, allowing us to prepare meals with ease.
- Bathroom: 5/5 - The bathroom facilities were top-notch, clean, and well-maintained.
Highly recommend this cabin to others. The perfect scores across cleanliness, comfort, kitchen, and bathroom facilities indicate that this accommodation is of superior quality and well-maintained.
Christine L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Irvine, NA
Aug 4, 2025
Stephen's Retreat
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The home was beautiful. It had everything that you could possibly need cooking wise. We had no problems so we never contacted management, but I'm sure they would've been helpful. One thing that I really appreciated was the family photos upstairs. It made me happy to know the house is loved. My children loved all the toys and books that were at the home. The one bummer about this place is that it's not really close to a beach. I was hoping we would not have to drive to a beach, but it was a jaunt to get to the water, and not really do-able for kids. However, the house was amazing, nestled on a hill in a very nice neighborhood. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to experience Stephen's Retreat.❤️ I'd recommend this house in a heartbeat.
A guest from Irvine, NA
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Denise M.
Aug 28, 2024
Modern Living Space
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:
Good experience. Beautiful main living area, Comfortable and functional home.Housekeeping fell a bit short. There was a stained wash cloth and towel on the towel bar in the "Jack n Jill" bathroom. Bar soap was missing from that tub as well as the downstairs shower.
Denise M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lucy V.
Aug 19, 2024
Perfect vacation!!
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:
It was a very good experience, the house was very clean and had what was necessary, we are a family that we like to cook and it was very nice to find everything necessary to prepare our food. Very close to the activities we do every day. Thank you very much, a great experience
Lucy V.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lucy V.
Aug 18, 2024
Perfect vacation!!
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:
It was a very good experience, the house was very clean and had what was necessary, we are a family that we like to cook and it was very nice to find everything necessary to prepare our food. Very close to the activities we do every day. Thank you very much, a great experience
Lucy V.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jan W.
Jul 31, 2024
Beautiful Carnelian Bay Get Away
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:
Loved the Stephens House. Large and yet perfect for a family of 8..4 kids 4 adults ; lots of room toSpread out. Nice decks and has a bbq. Kitchen is large with all the amenities. Side butlers bar we used to set up our Keriug... they do have dripPot. Nice amount of skillets. Large table for a family. Been 2x now and can’t wait to go back.
Jan W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deanne S.
Jul 10, 2024
Tahoe family trip
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:
We had a great time and loved the house. I would recommend a new mattress in upstairs queen bed however and a check on freezer, it was not working well.
Deanne S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oscar J.
Jan 16, 2024
Excelente Opcion
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
La cabaña es acogedora y con una excelente ubicación. Cumple con todo lo ofrecido
Oscar J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mariia K.
Nov 28, 2023
Very good
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:
Everything was clean and convenient very nice house. .
Mariia K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Roseville, CA
Sep 4, 2023
Stephens House
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:
We loved this house. There were 4 adults and 1 child as the rest of the family couldn't come. The amount of room we had the 2 decks and BBQ were amazing. Kitchen was a good size and supplied everything we needed; plus extra refrig in the garage. House was spotless and well maintained. We all agreed we all can't wait to go back.
A guest from Roseville, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Clayton, CA
Aug 12, 2023
Dodowah Getaway
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:
We especially enjoyed the large family room & kitchen area for our gatherings. The house is conveniently located near beaches, lake activities & restaurants and it was very clean and well stocked. The Hauserman staff was very prompt with requests.
A guest from Clayton, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aug 18, 2022
Great for a large group
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
We had 4 couples and each had a queen or king which is hard to find in a vacation rental. Nice sized driveway to park, even with our boat, since no street parking, for short term rentals, is allowed. Well appointed kitchen and quiet neighborhood conveniently located to boat launch, restaurants and grocery stores. We’d definitely stay here again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie N.
Jul 14, 2022
Stephens Retreat
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 place with open layout, updated downstairs and large kitchen island. Centralized location close to lake, hiking trails and town. Had a great girls weekend and would stay here again.
Julie N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
judy M.
Jul 10, 2022
Stephens Retreat
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:
Had a wonderful time on our Tahoe vacation. Rental house was great. Spotless and well equipped. local restaurants were delicious. Jakes on the lake an a few others. All were delicious. Check in and out was convenient and seamless. Family enjoyed the activities like tree- top adventure. Would recommend Stevens Retreat and hope to stay there again.
judy M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brittany G.
Jul 5, 2022
Amazing Stay
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:
We had an amazing time staying at Stephens Retreat! The house was perfect for our party of 10 and every room was so spacious!
Brittany G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis A.
Jun 15, 2022
Beautiful Home Just Minutes from 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:
This home had everything. Quiet neighborhood, plenty of space, all the comforts of home, and minutes from Lake Tahoe, great restaurants, beautiful beaches, and hiking. We would recommend this home in a heartbeat!
Phyllis A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alicia M.
Jan 16, 2022
Snow Storm Cozy House
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:
The Stephens house is very comfortable and spacious. We were very happy with this house and all the amenities. The kitchen is well stocked for making meals. We were there during a major snow storm and we were perfectly fine hanging out at home!
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:
We arrived to show the house was very clean and everything we needed!
Zach H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kent S.
Aug 2, 2021
Nicely renovated downstairs
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 Experience
We had a big group- two families that stayed here. House was great. Very clean and was a really nice space. It was warm upstairs at night. Some box fans to put in windows would be helpful. It did have stand fans that helped. Kitchen was gorgeous. Would stay here again.
Shannon W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
Jul 10, 2021
Family time at 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:
Went up to Lake Tahoe for a few days with family after our daughter’s wedding. House was great—roomy and very clean. Only negative was lack of an outdoor dining table. Even had the bonus of seeing a bear walk around the back of the house and across the street!
Linda S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brian G.
Jun 1, 2021
Excellent time on Tahoe's North Shore
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:
Our group had a great time staying at Stephens Retreat. It is in a very nice neighborhood, the downstairs has been fully remodeled, the kitchen has everything needed if you will be cooking in and the beds were all very comfortable. We will definitely look to rebook in the future.