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Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier

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A deck with a view of a lake, red chairs, and a flagpole.
A wooden dock leading to cabins surrounded by forest.
A wooden deck with red chairs and a table, overlooking a lake with mountains in the distance.
A cozy cabin with wooden walls, a large window overlooking a lake, a sofa set, and a patterned rug.
A cozy cabin interior with a spiral staircase, a large bear painting, and a view of the lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Place, Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Carnelian Woods
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Tahoe City

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Cedar Flat, a neighbourhood in Tahoe City. Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park and Sand Harbor. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Incline Village Tennis Center or Tahoe Donner Tennis Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Map
Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • beach near Carnelian Woods - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 22 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park - 23 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 25 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 24 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Mexicana Meat Market & Taqueria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Beachside Grille - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cedar Flat holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area, Agate Bay and Skylandia Park. Tahoe City Field Station is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

very Tahoe!!

We had a great time in the week we were there. The weather was perfect and the house was beautiful.Loved all the decor with the furniture, pictures,etc.It was very well stocked with supplies like bedding, soaps, TP, kleenexs. We would rent it again. Possibly next spring.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay in Carnelian Bay! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you loved your stay in Carnelian Bay. We look forward to welcoming you back for another Tahoe getaway! Best, Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with great views of the lake. Everything was clean and well-stocked. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the beautiful home, stunning lake views, and well-stocked space. It was our pleasure to host you—hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Tahoe Rental Company
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

lovely!

Really loved the space and the view, however room darkening - or in some cases, any - curtains would be nice. We had to stuff throw pillows in the window wells in lieu of curtains or shades. Well stocked with everything you'd need. Excellent service: the grill gas was too low to grill so they brought a new tank the next day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Stay

Beautiful stay woth enough amenities for our group of 7. The views of the lake from every room were spectacular. Highly recommend.!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2025
Thank you for your kind words and positive review. We're delighted you enjoyed the home. We'll look forward to hosting you again. Sincerely, Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, well stocked, and in the most perfect location. Very quiet and private, but close to everything. The adults, teens and kids thoroughly enjoyed our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear the home’s location and amenities worked well for your whole group and that everyone—from adults to kids—had such a great time. We’d love to host you again for your next Tahoe getaway! Best, Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake house! Enjoyed bbq on the lake with a full moon. Nice to have a pier. Classic Lake Tahoe feel with great views in all rooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lakefront setting, especially the BBQ under the full moon—that sounds magical. It’s wonderful to hear you appreciated the pier, the views, and the classic Tahoe charm of the home. We’d love to host you again for another lakeside getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely lake stay

Beautiful location on Lake Tahoe! The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, utensils, cooking supplies, and more - made it really easy to stay in and enjoy the lake. Good living spaces to chill. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to a return to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Hi Samantha - Runabout has such a great family feel on the lake, a wonderful retreat in Tahoe! We're glad to hear your family enjoyed our time and hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best!

We had an amazing time! The property was exactly as described and the communication with the property manager was easy and they always responded quickly! Best location!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing time and that the property met your expectations. It's great to know that our communication was helpful and timely. We're glad you enjoyed the location and hope to host you again soon! ~Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Runabout Lake House -Amazing

Great house, great location. Loved the house, so comfortable. Excellent property manager w/great communication. The whole house has uninterrupted views of the lake and a number of great outdoor seating areas to take it all in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
We are so happy you and your family had such an amazing vacation. We look forward to hosting you again soon. ~Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This home was perfect

From the moment I pulled in the drive I knew we’d made a good decision to stay at the Run-About. Truly and outstanding property. It was hands down the cleanest VRBO I’ve ever stayed in. The views and sounds from the deck are so much better than the pictures can convey. Outstanding home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the home and sounds like a peaceful and lovely vacation. We look forward to hosting you again soon. ~Tahoe Rental Company
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfection!!!

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 is the perfect place for my grown children and grandchildren to relax, play games, and be a family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
This property is a 20 on a scale of 1-10. Immaculate. Perfect location. Fabulous management team. A plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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 were so happy with our stay at Runabout Lake House in Cedar Flat! The house was impeccable and well stocked. The location is exactly what you are looking for in Lake Tahoe--right on the lake with your own dock, close to a few restaurants and grocery stores, and has great views of the lake from every room. We are already looking for a summer date to book at the same house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2023
Thank you for you review! We do our best to be the most help to our guests and be there for anything they need. This home is a lovely home and the dock is such a nice feature to be able to enjoy at all times of the day. We look forward to hosting you on your next visit to Tahoe! ~Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was simply wonderful at Runabout Lakefront! What a treat to be ON the lake with your own private dock. The house was spotless...really clean!...and the decor was that charming "classic lake house" vibe: cozy and intimate. The gas fireplace was easy to use --perfect in the mornings and evenings. Staying here was a dream come true! One other note that I'd like to mention; I've stayed in several VRBO houses where it looked like someone made a mad dash through a thrift store, grabbing a random assortment of mismatched silverware to toss in a kitchen drawer. (Yes...really.) But NOT here! WOW! I opened their drawer and discovered a gleaming new complete set of matching silverware. YES!!! If you're planning a special celebration (family reunion, Thanksgiving, etc.) it's really important to be able to set a nice table. This attention to detail is emblematic of how everything in this house is top notch. I'm looking forward to coming back again. Thank you, Runabout Owners, for taking such good care of your house and sharing it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Runabout Lakefront — from the private dock and cozy fireplace to the little details like the matching silverware. It’s wonderful to know that the home’s cleanliness, charm, and attention to detail helped make your experience so special. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the owners. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable stay by the lake! Best, Tahoe Rental Company
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, up-close lake views and beach

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 is about as close as you can get to the lake. Steps from the shore and dock, with beautiful and unobstructed morning, evening, and all day views of Lake Tahoe. Great location, about five minutes from Tahoe City, and restaurants / grocery going the other direction as well. Great house, clean, up-to-date, with really nice great room, sitting room / den, and one of the bedrooms a cozy upstairs one. Thank you for the great house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

IZ Runabout Lake House 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: For the 3rd year in the row Amazing Experience
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing 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: Our stay at the Runabout house was perfect. Beautiful views and house was very comfortable. We will stay again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

IZ Stay Review

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: Best Lake House in Lake Tahoe Area
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Better Than Advertised!

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 house was beautiful and well stocked. There was plenty of room for our party of six adults with two separate sitting areas so we could spread out a little. The deck and the lower seating area were fantastic, such a great place for coffee, drinks or just hanging out. The pictures don't really do the view of the lake justice, it's pretty magnificent.We hated to leave this property and would definitely stay here again - thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the property and the beautiful surroundings. We truly appreciate your rating and look forward to hosting you again. Warmly, Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the property. We truly appreciate the review and look forward to hosting you again. Warmly, Tahoe Rental Company
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you had a great stay and hope to welcome you back again soon. Best, Tahoe Rental Company
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