Title: Macdonald Cabin - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=105644869&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Macdonald Cabin ## Photo gallery for Macdonald Cabin ![Dining - Macdonald Cabin (Carnelian Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105644900/105644869/05c42371.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Macdonald Cabin (Carnelian Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105644900/105644869/d5f7c582.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Macdonald Cabin (Carnelian Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105644900/105644869/5b0fcd3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Macdonald Cabin (Carnelian Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105644900/105644869/725fad99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Macdonald Cabin (Carnelian Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105644900/105644869/ec779aae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a quiet neighborhood near Carnelian Bay, Macdonald Cabin offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. This spacious four-bedroom home features high ceilings, a unique wood-burning stove, and fully stocked kitchen. Take advantage of the nearby trails that lead to the Tahoe Rim Trail or enjoy panoramic lake views from Brockway Summit. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81820 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Macdonald Cabin Summary: 4BD/2BA, Dog-Friendly The Space: This spacious and well-appointed cabin is the perfect rental for a family vacation or retreat with a group of friends. Located 1/4 mile from pristine Lake Tahoe near Carnelian Bay, the Macdonald Cabin is ideally situated to take advantage of all that the Tahoe Basin has to offer! This Four Bedroom, Two Bathroom home features high ceilings in the living room, a unique wood-burning stove, fully stocked kitchen and many good memories. Agate Bay is a quiet, friendly neighborhood great for walking, hiking and biking. The neighborhood is backed up to National Forest Land, where you will find trails that lead to the Tahoe Rim Trail and beyond! The property is a half mile to Patton Beach in Carnelian Bay, one of the few dog-friendly beaches in the area. One can hike or mountain bike uphill through the forest to Brockway Summit for panoramic lake views. The Macdonald Cabin offers a little taste of everything for everyone! All ABP vacation rentals come equipped with high-speed wireless Internet, linens, towels, kitchen supplies (toaster, coffee pot, dishes, pots/pans, utensils), washer/dryer and gas BBQ (summer only). If you have special requests, please let us know. Important: On March 11th 2022, Placer County implemented a new Short Term Rental Ordinance which is very important for guests to abide by. Fines range from $1,500 - $5,000 and can be issued to guests who are not in compliance. Some Highlights Include: •Quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am. No noise shall be heard across property lines. No outdoor speakers or amplified sound. •Dogs must be leashed at all times when outside of a property and all pet waste needs to be picked up. •Parking is limited to the following number of spaces: 3 Due to extreme fire danger - the use of any outdoor firepit or fireplace is strictly prohibited at any of our rental properties. All charcoal or wood burning bbq's are strictly prohibited. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to keep our community safe from wildfires. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,820 square feet ## Similar properties ![Efficiency, Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4530000/4520400/4520390/84337177.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Heavenly Village Area South Lake Tahoe - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.4 Good 1,014 reviews CA $85 CA $101 total includes taxes & fees Mar 18 - Mar 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=4520390&PinnedHotelID=4520390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3015000/3015000/82064ef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe South Lake Tahoe - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 9.2 Wonderful 1,073 reviews CA $169 CA $194 total includes taxes & fees Mar 13 - Mar 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=3015000&PinnedHotelID=3015000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83970000/83963100/83963022/bf899d60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Bay by Avantstay 5mins To Diamond Peak Skiing w/ Expansive Deck Incline Village - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=83963022&PinnedHotelID=83963022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33574400/33574375/90-c34d433b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming cabin centrally located close to speedboat beach, Kings Beach & skiing Brockway - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 179 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=33574375&PinnedHotelID=33574375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34180000/34179700/34179690/00d81e5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creekside Cabin-Serene, Stylish & Clean. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number STR 22-5373 ### Property is also known as 684c5d1ef92259000fc286cd ## About the area Carnelian Bay is home to this cabin. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, horse riding, and rock climbing nearby. [Visit our Carnelian Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnelian-Bay.dx500728) [View more Cabin rentals in Carnelian Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnelian-Bay-Cabins.d500728-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.23061%2C-120.07388&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vE7MdkFKPb8p8363mdNEYt8W7wM=) Carnelian Bay, CA ### What's nearby - ![Lake Tahoe ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10861/edaf58ea-6c40-47c3-8378-6bcb06735efb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Agate Bay 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Northstar California Resort which includes a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063289/e9ebcf3b-e744-4a5d-9339-f7acfe03d6f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Northstar California Resort 18 min drive \- 17.5 km - ![Sand Harbor State Park, Lake Tahoe, Nevada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064776/7352cf90-f30c-4241-b4d4-add5f0326577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park 21 min drive \- 18.9 km - ![Sand Harbor featuring mountains, rocky coastline and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6241616/6101eb9a-c7ae-4632-aab0-518069a4d5b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sand Harbor 26 min drive \- 24.2 km - ![Squaw Valley Resort which includes snow, mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063291/db4e13aa-03f6-4e67-86eb-471e69241da6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palisades Tahoe 28 min drive \- 26.8 km ### Getting around - Truckee Station 26 min drive - Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) 21 min drive ### Restaurants - The Lodge at Big Springs 19 min drive - Gar Woods Grill & Pier 17 min walk - Lanza's Restaurant 5 min drive - Whitecaps Pizza 6 min drive - The Grid Bar & Grill 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Macdonald Cabin pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Macdonald Cabin? ### What time is check-out at Macdonald Cabin? ### Where is Macdonald Cabin located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Macdonald Cabin Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken E. Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property with lots of natural light. Nice quiet neighborhood with plenty of things to do nearby. Thanks for sharing with us:) ##### Ken E. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie P. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little cabin!! We had a wonderful stay! ##### Angie P. 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