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Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Outdoor spa tub
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Place, Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Dancing Bears bedroom

1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Tahoe Golf bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Tahoe Ski bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome

Dancing Bear Den!
In recent years three siblings and their families have enjoyed and shared with you, our Tahoe tourists, a cute, knotty pine cabin named after our 'Papa Bear' who created our family legacy with a Tahoe cabin for summer and winter adventures.

Instead of Papa Bear’s Tahoe Cabin, however, we are so excited now to introduce our new cabin, Dancing Bear Den! The Dancing Bear Den is just a few houses away from our former Papa Bear’s cabin, still has a view of Lake Tahoe, and has more room – and a hot tub!!!

We are sharing the cabin with you to create your own memories - whether family vacation, couple's getaway, honeymoons or ski vacation. The access is fabulous, right on the highway so you won't get stuck in the snow, with a wide, level driveway that can fit four cars and a boat.

Lake View! There's a partial view of Lake Tahoe from the front deck, kitchen, dining and living room.

Features! The cabin can sleep up to 8people. There are two bedrooms downstairs, each with a queen bed, along with a full bath, washer/dryer, kitchen, and living room. There is a large loft bedroom upstairs, with two bunkbeds (full bed on bottom, twin on top) and a full bath. Paneled in knotty pine throughout, Dancing Bear Den is filled with the Tahoe bear décor.

Dog Friendly! There is a completely fenced nice backyard to let your dog out.

No Smoking! Please don't rent this cabin if you are a smoker.

Close to resorts! The cabin is located in the middle of the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, close to Northstar, Homewood, Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley, as well as Tahoe Cross Country Ski Center. Many more ski areas are within an hour's drive. There are beaches across the North Shore, public bus access right out the front door, restaurants and shopping within minutes.

This cabin opens the door to a wonderful world of Tahoe adventures.

Keywords: Lake Tahoe, cabin, North Shore, beaches, 8 person, North Shore, Tahoe, ski rental, Cedar Flat, lakeview

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carnelian Bay

Located in Carnelian Bay, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. 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 North Tahoe Regional Park or Incline Village Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 22 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 24 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Sand Harbor - 30 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 24 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods Grill & Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sierra Surf Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lanza's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Za's Lakefront - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bridgetender - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome on 18 Apr 2026 start from AU$458, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dancing Bear Den - Lake View, Knotty Pine, Pets Welcome located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area, Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop and Agate Bay. Tahoe City Field Station and Burton Creek State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 123 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, the cabin is fantastic, perfect for families, we had a great time and quick communication if needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house with all we could ask for, and great communication/instructions from our hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the host was excellent and the house was absolutely beautiful. Overall really great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location. Looks like a wonderful house treasured by owners over the years
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tawnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were absolutely in love with this property!! It was well kept and clean, everything worked and it felt super welcoming. They went above and beyond and had toys for kids and board games for adults. Perfect location and plenty of room. Beautiful view of the lake and lots of open windows to see it. Can’t wait to stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Great Cabin!

Had a great stay. Nice and close to Northstar. Super cozy with a great kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jody h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Dancing Bear Den was wonderful. Our family enjoyed our stay in the quaint house that met the needs of the whole family. There was plenty of space inside and out for 6 adults and 2 teens. We particularly enjoyed the fenced yard where we could hang out and enjoy the hot tub. The little peek through the trees at the lake is nice. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marla G.

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

Nice cabin stay

We had a great stay in this charming Tahoe cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

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

Great Cabin, Great Stay!

We enjoyed our stay at Dancing Bear Cabin. Everything was comfortable for us and our dogs, too. Great location, close to town, and a cozy Tahoe gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing stay!

This was a wonderful place to stay, the cabin is very cozy, comfortable and has all the amenities we needed. We loved how dog friendly the place was, they had dog bowls to use, a fenced in yard area and didn’t ask any annoying follow-up questions about dog breeds. The location is beautiful and it’s a short drive to Tahoe City and Carnelian Bay. The next time I’m planning a vacation in Tahoe I’ll definitely be looking to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

A lovely cabin retreat

I arranged this snowboarding getaway with the family and the cabin was wonderful. The accommodations, the yard, the location--all fantastic and i would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy D.

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

Lovely cabin with great view of the lake!

My friends and I had an amazing time at this cabin! It was so cozy yet spacious and was perfect for our winter weekend trip to Tahoe. The hot tub was such a nice plus on top of it all. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E G.

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

Great Location

Cabin was very cozy! Hot tub was amazing. Location was very convenient, 10-15 min drive to Tahoe City. 30 min to Northstar. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Wonderful stay for our family of four.

We had a fantastic time staying at the property. Hosts were communicative and helpful and the house was equipped with everything we needed. Thank you and we look forward to another visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Cozy cabin

Our family of 4 had a great ski week in the cabin. Great location to get to Alpine and Palisades. We enjoyed the fireplace and hot tub. Bunk bed room worked well for our family, but worth noting the room is a loft above living room. Would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean T.

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

Cozy Cabin

Ted and Tammy are fantastic hosts! The cabin is well-stocked and radiates a festive holiday spirit, featuring a beautifully decorated Christmas tree and festive decorations in every corner. We had a wonderful time there!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Perfect Location, Cozy Stay!

We enjoyed our weekend getaway for a spring skiing trip! The space was cozy & clean, and it was the perfect distance to the slopes & downtown Tahoe City. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Itzel S.

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

Cozy cabin

The property was exactly as described. Great location. Restaurants and walking trails near by. Cabin had great amenities and backyard. Check in instructions were clear.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna T.

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

Cozy

Cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

We want to go back

Ted was awesome he went out of his way to be accommodating. The cabin was cozy, comfortable and perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cliff B.

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

Great place that also allows pets

This was a great house for our family of 4 plus dog. Ted communicated quickly and consistently. He went above and beyond to help make our stay relaxing. The rooms were comfortable and we enjoyed a snowy day playing in the yard and warming up in the family room. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

3 Days of Relaxation

Loved the location (partway between King's Beach and Tahoe City) with a nice view of the lake. Lots of board games and DVDs for entertainment. Kitchen had everything we needed. Such a comfortable home! We really look forward to being able to book your property again and bringing our dogs, who would enjoy the large back yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna A.

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

Winter birthday getaway

The cabin is beautiful, such a nice view of the lake across the road! Cabin is stalked up with literally everything you need from kitchen items, to cleaning items, to even toys for the little ones! Visited during the snowy season, but definitely would love to visit again during summer. The host had great communication, thank you Ted!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Myron B.

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

Dancing Bear Den Getaway

Very rustic place. Very homey. We/extended family we’re able to spend some needed quality time together. The fenced in back yard was huge for our dogs. The spa was very inviting. It was right on the main road which made it a little more difficult to come and go. Overall, it was a great vacation place and a great break from the normal routine.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Misty R.

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

Well Stocked

This home is well stocked with dishes, toys, and games for the whole family. You may not want plan on sleeping on the top bunks as there isn't a railing and it's against a pitched ceiling, making me wary of people rolling off in the night. Check-in and out was quite convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Ted Branson

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The family which jointly owns Dancing Bear Den shares a love of Lake Tahoe and frequently visits this special place. Of the three children, the Caninos have lived in Cedar Flat, just a few blocks away, for more than 30 years and help manage the property; the Bransons are in the Reno/Sparks area and the Inman family comes for frequent visits from Denver.

Why they chose this property

Papa Bear chose to purchase a cabin so he could spend his summers golfing at Old Brockway Golf Course and enjoying his friends along the lake. After he went to heaven, his kids continue the legacy of a love of Tahoe. Now that his grandchildren are adults themselves, the Dancing Bear Den offers more room.

What makes this property unique

You will encounter a Tahoe experience in this cute cabin that you could not have in a motel or resort. You will experience Tahoe's quaint past in this cabin, while enjoying all Tahoe's many resorts, restaurants, shopping, and sightseeing opportunities.

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