Escape to the Lodge of the Nightingale — a thoughtfully designed mountain retreat nestled in the heart of Carnelian Bay. This spacious and beautifully appointed home offers the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication, complete with a private hot tub for ultimate relaxation.<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />Enjoy your next Lake Tahoe vacation at this spacious home located in Carnelian Bay. Conveniently located between Kings Beach and Tahoe City. Indulge in the ultimate getaway experience at our newly remodeled retreat, where modern luxury meets unbeatable convenience. Situated in a prime location, this gem promises to elevate your vacation with its stylish amenities and unbeatable features. <br /> <br />This home has Tahoe charm with updated appliances and furniture. The living room and fully equipped kitchen area have an open floor plan allowing everyone to enjoy each other's company. Large windows throughout the house with great natural lighting and gas fireplace make for a welcoming and inviting space to relax. The home theatre/projector in the main room will invite great movie nights for the family. Step outside on the deck and enjoy a morning cup of coffee while breathing in the fresh Tahoe air or dine outside and take in the beautiful forest views. After your long day filled with fun you can come back and take a moment of relaxation in the private hot tub. <br /> <br />This home is conveniently located close to 3 major ski resorts with a multitude of summer and winter activities. You will be near many trail heads, beaches, the lake and close to town for any and all necessities. Head into either Tahoe City or Kings Bach for fun shops to walk, great coffee shops, and many dining options. <br /> <br />Features: <br />* Gas Fireplace <br />* Located close to 3 major ski resorts <br />* Private hot tub <br />* Newly remodeled <br />* Mud room entrance from garage with bench and storage <br /> <br />Bedroom Configurations: <br />Bedroom 1: King Bed <br />Bedroom 2: Queen Bed <br />Bedroom 3: Queen Bed <br />Bedroom 4: Twin/ Trundle Bed <br /> <br />Location: <br />This home has direct access to trails just two blocks away which is great for both summer hiking and winter sledding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and backcountry access. Lake access is just 4 blocks down the hill. You are also close to all ski resorts, as Northstar and Palisades Tahoe are only 11 miles away. Tahoe Cross Country is only 5 minutes away. You may choose to head down and grab a breakfast at the Old Post Office Cafe, or head into Tahoe City just 7 minutes away for many other breakfast and dining options. <br /> <br />Other things to Note: <br />* Use of the BBQ is not guaranteed in winter months, due to limited access. <br />* Due to the temperate climate, like most homes/condos in Tahoe, this one does not have Air Conditioning. There are plenty of fans available in the event that we have an unusual hot spell. <br />* Parking is available for 4 cars total. Two in the driveway and two in the garage. All cars must park in the garage or on the driveway. No street parking per county ordinance. Plow service in winter months allow for easy driveway access to driveway and 2 car garage. The garage has a high clearance and most Sprinters clear the entrance. Also available in the garage is the 220v EV outlet for your electric car needs. <br />*Prepare for mountain or winter weather driving in winter months. This may mean Four wheel drive with snow tires or chains. Check weather or road reports. AWD and 4WD necessary to get up the mountain roads and some driveways in the winter months. <br />*Renters must be 25+ <br />*Maximum Occupancy per county ordinance is 8 adults <br />* This is a non-smoking home. <br />* Pets are not allowed at this home. <br /> <br />***Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of electronically signed Rental Agreement within 48 hours of booking the reservation*** <br /> <br />Permit #STR22-5499<br /><br /><b>Other things to note</b><br />Frequently Asked Questions <br /> <br />We are so excited for your upcoming stay in Tahoe! Please review our frequently asked questions to help you prepare for your trip and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. <br /> <br />How do I access my rental home? <br />You will go directly to the home and utilize the lockbox or keyless entry, this code will be provided at 3pm on the day of your arrival - Please note check-in time is not until 4pm. This will be the only key for your stay, please utilize the lockbox system with your group and secure it back in the lockbox at departure. <br /> <br />Can we have an early check in and/or late check out? <br />During peak season and holiday dates we have a firm 4pm arrival time and 10am checkout time. We cannot guarantee an early check-in or late check-out, please contact us 24 hours in advance to see if this is available for your stay. Please note, we charge $100/hr for early or late requests outside of the 1 hour grace period. <br /> <br />Does my rental home have air conditioning? <br />Like most Tahoe homes, this home is not equipped with air conditioning. We recommend opening the windows during the cooler evening hours and utilizing the fans in the home to help keep you cool during the warmer months. <br /> <br />What supplies will be stocked at my rental home? <br />2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom <br />2 rolls of paper towels <br />5 trash bags <br />10 blue recycle bags <br />Liquid hand soap at each sink <br />Bar soap in every shower/tub <br />5 dishwasher pods (or equivalent) <br />Small liquid dish soap <br />1 New Sponge <br />Laundry detergent (starter amount) <br /> <br />There may be cooking oil, spices, and condiments left from previous guests but these are not guaranteed therefore we recommend bringing these with you. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Do I need to bring my own linens, towels, beach chairs, etc? <br />Beds will be made with clean linens and ready for your arrival, there will be towels for each guest excluding beach towels. Extra amenities such as beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, etc vary by property, and are not guaranteed. <br /> <br />What items should I bring? <br />Shampoo, conditioner, additional toiletries <br />Specific cooking oils, spices or condiments as these are not guaranteed <br />Specific kitchen gadgets outside of the standard inventory <br />Sunscreen <br />Reusable Water Bottle <br />Tahoe Tap Water is some of the best in the area! There is no need for bottled water. Most local stores by 2025 will not sell bottled water in hopes of protecting our environment <br />Chargers <br />Winter Gear: Hats, gloves, jackets, snow chains for your tires* <br /> <br />Do you have any recommendations for grocery shopping, restaurants, hikes? <br />Tahoe City has a Safeway, New Moon Natural Foods, and a few smaller market/deli options. <br />Truckee has a Safeway, New Moon Natural Foods, Raleys One, and Grocery Outlet. <br />Incline Village has a Raleys, Natural Grocers. <br /> <br />We have a variety of restaurants, hikes, and fun things to do around Tahoe listed in our guest book binders which you’ll find upon arrival! <br /> <br />Do you have Uber, Doordash, etc? <br />The Tahoe area has very limited Uber and Lyft drivers and is not reliable. We also have a local, on-demand ride service called the TART Connect but this may also have delays, please preview their website for more information. Additional services such as Doordash or Instacart are not available in our area. <br /> <br />How should I prepare for winter road conditions? Will my driveway be cleared? <br />Please check the California Highway Conditions before driving to Tahoe! This is very important as road conditions can change rapidly. Vehicles should have 4WD or AWD, Winter rated tires and carry snow chains in case of emergency. Vehicles with 2-wheel drive are not recommended in mountainous, winter conditions. <br />County and local snow removal companies work diligently during winter storms, be patient and drive slowly. Tahoe roads and driveways can be slanted, hilly, and steep. <br /> <br />Parking <br />Per county ordinance, street parking is not allowed under any circumstance. Each home has a designated number of parking spaces as determined by the county. This number cannot be exceeded. If you have more vehicles than are permitted on the property, please contact us and we can advise on additional parking. <br /> <br />Follow recommendations from the California Highway Conditions and travel advisories. Travel insurance is highly recommended. <br /> <br />Please let us know if you have any additional questions and we look forward to hosting you soon!