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Dog-Friendly Log Cabin, Sleeps 9, Hot Tub

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 92478 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Place, Agate Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Palisades Tahoe
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carnelian Bay

Located within a mile (2 km) of Agate Bay, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Moon Dunes Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Agate Bay - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 14 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Palisades Tahoe - 23 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 57 min drive - 43.5 miles
  • Heavenly Ski Resort - 58 min drive - 43.0 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 25 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge at Big Springs - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Beachside Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬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.

Dog-Friendly Log Cabin, Sleeps 9, Hot Tub

The Carnelian Lodge Log Home offers the mountain lodge home feel with log construction combined with French country decor. With an expansive deck with patio furniture and a hot tub, the home offers great indoor and outdoor living.

Main Level: Features a grand living room with trussed cathedral ceilings with a wood burning fireplace, adjoining bar area, dining room, kitchen, breakfast nook, bathroom, and a side den area with two glass doors allowing people to work away from the rest of the group. The back deck faces open forest for wonderful seclusion with patio furniture, propane BBQ, and new hot tub (May 2024).

Upstairs: A spacious master bedroom with extra sitting area, dual vanity, and tub shower. This level also has a second master bedroom with queen bed and attached bath.

Lower Level: The lower level bedroom has a double futon, sitting area, TV, vintage slot machine, games, and built in desk.

Over Garage Unit/Garrett: This room features a kitchen, sitting area with one of the few comfortable pull out sofa sleepers, gas fireplace, and TV.

Amenities

Log Construction
Attached 2 Car Garage
New Hot Tub
Multiple En-Suite Bedrooms
Living Room with Rock Fireplace & 70" TV
In-Law Unit (Garrett) over Garage
Backs to Forest
Dog Friendly (dogs stay for free)
Washer & Dryer
Propane BBQ (summer use only)
2500 Square Feet

Bedding Configuration

King (upstairs master bedroom)
Queen (upstairs bedroom with attached bath)
Double Futon and Twin Aerobed (lower level)
Queen Hide-a-Bed (In Law Unit/Garrett)
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,478 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number A-8400

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

784057

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Carnelian Bay within a short 16-minute walk of Agate Bay. You'll also find Tahoe National Forest and Kings Beach State Recreation Area within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Dog-Friendly Log Cabin, Sleeps 9, Hot Tub good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Dog-Friendly Log Cabin, Sleeps 9, Hot Tub have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 13.1 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL), which is around 24 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Dog-Friendly Log Cabin, Sleeps 9, Hot Tub?

Yes, every accommodation at Dog-Friendly Log Cabin, Sleeps 9, Hot Tub comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Reviews

Dog-Friendly Log Cabin, Sleeps 9, Hot Tub Reviews

7.6

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

guadalupe p.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Unfortunate

The house itself is beautiful and you can tell it was once meticulously maintained. Unfortunately, the current rental company is doing a poor job of keeping it clean and up to the standards advertised in the listing.When we arrived, the home was not properly cleaned — we found mouse droppings in one of the rooms, dirty dishes, stained sheets, and bathroom mats that smelled bad and looked unwashed. The trash can was also broken. We were told upon arrival that the oven wasn’t working, and to their credit, they did send a technician the next day.After we raised concerns about the overall cleanliness, a cleaning company came out the next day, took the linens to be washed, and said they’d return — but they never came back. So we were left trying to make the best of a situation that still didn’t feel fully resolved.The listing on VRBO also significantly oversells the property. It mentions hotel-like amenities in the bathrooms, Bluetooth throughout the home, and other features that were either missing or not as described.For the amount we paid, this stay was very disappointing. If the rental company stepped up their cleaning and maintenance standards, this could be a great place — but in its current state, it’s not worth the premium price.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stunning property and location

We had an amazing stay for 5 nights. Plenty of memories were made, lake was epic, hot tub after cold lake was even better. The property was experiencing a mouse problem which was addressed when we discovered it the day we checked in however we continued to have mouse issues throughout the stay. The property is in the woods so these things can be expect I guess. Also, the pull out bed in the space above the garage is worn out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Weekend Trip

The managers of the house were very communicative and repsectful. My one complaint is that you have to walk around the entire house to get to the back deck because they permanently locked the back doors
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

La Tigre W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing House

We had an amazing time and the host was very communicative. We met some neighbors who told us about the house and the family who lived there. But we still enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023