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A deck with a view of a lake, red chairs, and a flagpole. - Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier (Carnelian Bay)
A wooden dock leading to cabins surrounded by forest. - Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier (Carnelian Bay)
A wooden deck with red chairs and a table, overlooking a lake with mountains in the distance. - Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier (Carnelian Bay)
A cozy cabin with wooden walls, a large window overlooking a lake, a sofa set, and a patterned rug. - Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier (Carnelian Bay)
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Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier

  • Enjoy our cosy Lakefront home and views on your next Tahoe trip! Pier use available!

    Our single level home has a view from every room, with exception to the beautifully designed mountainside kitchen. This quaint, Tahoe Classic offers lake views from every bedroom - Awake to Lake Tahoe beauty! Enter into the open living room and dining room with patio door that lead to our massive deck space with plenty of seating. The patio leads to our private beach and pier for your boat pick ups!

    Features:
    * Lakefront
    * Pier (no buoy or tie up allowed on pier)
    * Clean and Private Beach
    * Family Friendly with High chair, pack n play, baby gate, beach toys
    * Beach Friendly with beach towels, beach chairs

    Bedroom Configurations:
    Bedroom 1: King- Smart TV
    Bedroom 2: Queen
    Bedroom 3: Queen
    Loft: Double plus Twin

    Parking:
    Parking is available for a maximum of 4 vehicles in the driveway. All cars must park on the driveway. No street parking per county ordinance.
    Prepare for mountain or winter weather driving in winter months. This may mean Four wheel drive with snow tyres or chains. Check weather or road reports. AWD and 4x4 necessary to get up the mountain roads and some driveways in the winter months.

    Other things to Note:
    * Renters must be 25+
    * This is a non-smoking home.
    * Pets are not allowed at this home.
    * Maximum Occupancy per county ordinance is 8 adults.
    * Use of the BBQ is not guaranteed in winter months, due to limited access.
    * Use of outdoor furniture is not guranteed in the winter.
    * Like most homes/condos in Tahoe, this one does not have Air Conditioning. There will be fans available for your use!
    * Your safety matters. This property may features exterior security cameras. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras will continuously record video and sound while guests are in residence.

    **Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of electronically signed Rental Agreement within 48 hours of booking the reservation**

    TOT Certificate: #81493
    Permit: STR21-81493

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About the area

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. Visit our Tahoe City travel guide
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Carnelian Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • A multi-story building with a ski lodge in the background.
    Northstar California Resort
    22 min drive - 25.0 km
  • A clear lake surrounded by rocks and trees, with mountains in the background.
    Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park
    23 min drive - 23.6 km
  • A snow-covered building with a sign reading "The Village at Squaw Valley."
    Palisades Tahoe
    25 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • beach near Carnelian Woods
    2 min drive - 2.6 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
  • Za's Lakefront
    7 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.

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Reviews

Runabout Lakefront. Private beach and pier Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

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
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
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
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
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
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

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025