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Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach

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A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a covered walkway, and a pool area.
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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire condo

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms173 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Place, beach near Carnelian Woods
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Agate Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the area

Carnelian Bay

At this condo you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Agate Bay and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and condo features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a balcony and a TV are also available. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, Hot tub and sauna. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Agate Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 21 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 29 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 33 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Beachside Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Mexicana Meat Market & Taqueria - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach

​​​​​​​Waterman's Retreat is a bright, end-unit condo in Carnelian Bay offering the best of Lake Tahoe in every season. Just a short walk to the dog-friendly beach at Waterman's Landing, Gar Woods Grill & Pier, The Old Post Office Café, Magic Carpet mini golf, and more, it's perfectly positioned for both lake and local living. Inside, updated furnishings and three levels of living space provide comfort and flexibility for groups.

This retreat blends convenience, recreation, and relaxation year-round. In the winter, the condo is centrally located between Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe, and in the spring and fall guests can access both the lake and the forest without driving. The condo is also conveniently located close to the Carnelian Woods HOA clubhouse with a community pool, and common areas with hot tubs, sauna facilities, and bocce and tennis courts.

For weddings and family reunion groups, this pet friendly rental condo is about 5 houses away from the Firefly Vacation Cabin and is only 7 and 8 properties away from the Welch Vacation Cabin and Sierra Willow Cabin.

All vacation rental properties are fully equipped with free high speed wireless internet, linens, bath towels (equal to the maximum occupancy of the house), pots/pans, dishes, microwave, coffee pot, blender, toaster, TV/TV's with streaming services, washer & dryer and barbecue (many are only usable in the summer). The house will also provide a starter set of toilet paper, soap, and paper towels.

Amenities:

Gas Fireplace
Good Southern Exposure Sun
Access to HOA hot tub and clubhouse - hours are varied and closures are possible, refer to the above HOA link for the latest information.
Dog Friendly Condo (dogs stay for free)
Walk to Watermans Landing & Carnelian Bay
Easy Access to National Forest
Extra Loft Space to Spread Out a Group
Electric BBQ (summer only)
All the homes have high speed wireless internet
Washer & Dryer
1860 Square Feet

Bedding Configuration:

1 King (main level)
1 Queen (downstairs bedroom + TV)
1 Queen (downstairs bedroom)
2 Twins (downstairs bedroom)
1 Twin (upstairs loft + TV)

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,860 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
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 deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

967214

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

The closest beach to Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach is Kings Beach State Recreation Area (4.6 km).

Does Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

What luxury perks are available at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach features a heated pool, an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub.

What makes Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach.

Is there a private hot tub at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

No, Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Waterman's Retreat - Easy 2 Block Walk to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised and we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

A Vacation turned into a Bat-cation

This stay ended in a truly disturbing and stressful way. On our last night at the property, we noticed multiple live bats flying inside the home, including in bedrooms, the kitchen, and dining room areas. We also discovered bat droppings (guano) on the walls and near the kitchen. This wasn’t just unsettling, it raised serious health and safety concerns, especially with our young children in the home and the real risk of rabies exposure. When we called the host’s emergency line, the person who answered was dismissive and skeptical, and didn’t seem to take our concerns seriously. Instead of offering help or guidance, he asked us to take pictures and videos as evidence, all while our children were terrified and we were trying to find a way to keep everyone safe. We didn’t feel supported in what was clearly a health hazard and an emergency. A day later, we received a message from someone named Becky, who apologized but said that “animal encounters may happen in the forest.” While we understand that wildlife can be present in outdoor areas, this was completely unacceptable inside a residential living space. The only wildlife related warning we were given before arrival was about bears, with instructions not to leave trash outside or in our vehicle. There was no mention whatsoever of bats inside the home or any prior infestations. VRBO’s customer service was also extremely difficult to reach. Until the home is professionally and and thoroughly cleaned, I strongly advise STAY AWAY
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025