The Big Bear Chalet - Private Hot Tub | Cabin in Carnelian Bay

9.0 (8 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Carnelian Bay Cabin | The Big Bear Chalet - Private Hot Tub

4 Bedroom Cabin in Carnelian Bay

Summary:
This home is a bright, open space perfect for a relaxing Lake Tahoe vacation with family and friends. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, there is plenty of room for everyone! This beautiful home features a large fully stocked kitchen, 3 TVs, 2 decks, and a private hot tub. Located in the beautiful Carnelian Bay area you are less than 10 minutes from Tahoe City and the beach, .5 a mile from a year-round trail system, and 25 minutes to 3 major ski resorts!
The Space:
This beautiful 4 bedroom home features a bright, open living room and kitchen area that is great for relaxing in front of the fire, playing games, or watching the snow fall out the large windows. Everyone in your group will be able to get a restful night of sleep with the home’s great separation of sleeping and living space keeping the bedrooms nice and quiet. Or take the entertaining to the great outdoors on one of the home’s two outdoor decks which feature a hot tub, patio furniture, and great views over the surrounding nature!
When you arrive at the home you will find the main living area on the upper level, a space filled with charming cabin decor, high ceilings with exposed wood beams, and soaring windows providing stunning views over the surrounding nature. When you come up the stairs you will arrive at the open living room with the kitchen and dining area adjacent to it. The living room provides a spacious comfortable area to connect with your group with a large sectional sofa situated around a coffee table, a 46” TV, and a natural gas fireplace in a lovely brick hearth. Spread out in this space also features a wet bar, a cozy window seat, and a high-top table with four chairs providing plenty of space for entertaining. From the living room, you can access the large upper deck which boasts lovely views over the surrounding trees. Dine al fresco at the patio table with seating for 6, or prepare a meal on the propane bbq. And be sure to take in the morning sun from the upper deck, a beautiful sight to enjoy!
Just beyond the spacious living room, you will find a large kitchen with granite countertops, a kitchen island with three bar stools, a wide variety of cooking appliances, and access to the outdoor deck. With ample counter space and views over the surrounding trees, the chef in your group will enjoy preparing a meal for the group in this lovely space. Connected to the kitchen is the dining area which features a large dining table with seating for 8 with windows surrounding the table flooding the space with natural light.
When you are ready to tuck in for the night you will find two bedrooms on the upper level off the living room/kitchen area. Both bedrooms are located at the end of the hallway with the first bedroom featuring a comfortable queen-size bed, a matching nightstand and dresser set, sconce lighting, a TV, and windows providing views over the surrounding trees. The second bedroom is a spacious room making efficient use of space with a twin over full bunk bed and a sofa that pulls out to a full bed. This roomy bedroom is flooded with natural light with several large windows featured in the space and features ample storage room with a large closet and dresser. Comfortably located by the two bedrooms is a full bathroom with a single-sink vanity and a shower/bathtub combo.
Downstairs you will find the additional two bedrooms as well as the main entrance of the home complete with a mud room area with storage space for your outdoor gear.
Near the front entryway is the master bedroom, an inviting space with a king-size bed, nightstands with lamps, a cozy reading corner with a chair, a mirrored closet, and a tall dresser with a TV on top. The master bedroom features access to the hot tub and an ensuite full bathroom. The master bathroom features a large double-sink vanity, a walk-in double shower with a sliding glass door, and a privacy wall for the toilet. Down the hallway is the fourth bedroom which has access to the hot tub, a queen-size bed with a lovely bedframe, and a nightstand and dresser for storage space. Also featured on the downstairs floor is an additional half-bathroom, a laundry closet with a washer and dryer, access to the garage, and access to the lower level deck which features a private 6-person hot tub.
-Grill (Available during the summer months)
STR License Number: STR22-5997
Max Occupancy: 8
Parking Info: There are five spaces available in the driveway.
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire house, private outdoor areas including a deck with a hot tub, and five parking places in the driveway.
The Neighborhood:
If relaxation in the great outdoors is what you are looking for, this North Lake Tahoe gem has everything you need to have an amazing Lake Tahoe vacation. The cabin is situated on a quiet street just minutes away from an endless network of National Forest trails. During the winter months hit the trails and enjoy cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling, and in the summer these same trails turn into the perfect hiking, mountain biking, or dirt biking areas. You can even drive your car along the dirt road in the summers to access the famous Tahoe Rim Trail and hike to Watson Peak! This same trailhead also offers access to a paved bike path that can take you to Tahoe City and beyond.
In the winter months, the bike path is well maintained for 3 miles so you can easily snowshoe or XC ski out and back through the woods. The location of the home places you nearby some of the best skiing in the area with Palisades Tahoe 20 minutes away and only 25 minutes from Northstar Ski Resort. If Nordic skiing is more your thing you are less than 10 minutes from the Tahoe City Nordic XC Center. For those looking for a little less outdoor adventure, the beautiful town of Tahoe City is only 10 minutes away where you will find large grocery stores, boutique shops, a wide variety of bars and restaurants, a movie theater, and in the summer a farmer’s market and live music. Only 5 minutes down the road in the other direction brings you to Agate Bay where you will find the famous Gar Woods Grill and pier as well as Watermans Landing where you can rent a wide variety of watercraft.
Getting Around:
The home is within a 12-minute walk to the nearest public transportation stop on Tahoe's public transportation system called TART. This stop is on the Mainline and is stop HWY 28 at Old County RD which runs every hour and stops along the entire western shore of Lake Tahoe from Tahoma to the north shore at Incline Village. Or take advantage of the home's close driving proximity to Tahoe City and make the short 10-minute drive where you can use the FREE park and ride to reach locations such as Olympic Park and Northstar California Resort.
The home’s great location places you within quick access to the main highway so you can enjoy the many beautiful surrounding areas within a 25-minute drive or less! In the winter hit the ski slopes at Northstar Ski Resort or Palisades Tahoe Ski Resorts, both a 25 -minute drive away, or make the less than 5 minutes drive to the Tahoe City Nordic center where you can XC ski or snowshoe.
Tahoe has UBER, Lyft, and many taxi companies.
Other Things to Note:
If you are renting this home from November through March, please remember that there may be winter driving conditions, and a 4-wheel drive with all-terrain tires or snow chains for your 2-wheel drive tires might be necessary for safe travel. Even if it hasn’t snowed in a few days, side roads can still be icy and have snow on them. Please also be aware of long travel times and pass closures due to winter weather conditions.
Please note that grills and outdoor furniture are not available during the months of November to April due to snow.
If you are renting this home from April until the first snowfall there are NO fires allowed in Lake Tahoe.
Please note that like most homes in the area, this home does not have A/C.
Please keep in mind that if you plan to ski, you are responsible for verifying the ski resorts' opening and closing dates.
Please note that the grill is only available in the summer months.
Interaction with Guests:
We are offsite but available when needed. Please message us through the app or booking platform for the quickest response.

The Big Bear Chalet - Private Hot Tub is located in Carnelian Bay. The Big Bear Chalet - Private Hot Tub provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Cabin features Parking, TV and Balcony to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Big Bear Chalet - Private Hot Tub has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Carnelian Bay has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Carnelian Bay, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts cash 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

Reviews

Sadie N.
May 19, 2025 04:10:32 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We loved our visit to Tahoe and would stay in this home again. The fireplace made the living area very cozy, the furniture was comfortable, we loved the hot tub, and the location was close to the lake. Check-in/Check-out was super easy and communication was fast and responsive. I would definitely recommend a stay in this house!
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FAQ's

Is this Carnelian Bay cabin pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Carnelian Bay cabin have a swimming pool?

No, this Carnelian Bay cabin does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Carnelian Bay cabin?

Best-rates for the Carnelian Bay cabin starts from $529 per night with includes Laundry, TV, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Hot Tub with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Carnelian Bay cabin a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cabin Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Carnelian Bay cabin wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Carnelian Bay cabin has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Carnelian Bay cabin?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Carnelian Bay cabin indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Carnelian Bay cabin?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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