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Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Tucked away in a wooded haven, this home offers a serene retreat with a woodburning fireplace and STARLINK-enhanced WiFi. Unwind in the oversized guest bathroom's JACUZZI TUB or explore the nearby South Shore of Camanche Lake for swimming, boating, and fishing.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote

The house is set back in privacy on the wooded property, drive past the seasonal creek and barn. Master bedroom is fully furnished, with a sliding door opening to center patio. It has it’s own private bathroom. Second bedroom is also furnished, with easy hallway access to the oversized guest bathroom with JACUZZI TUB, and the laundry room (complete with washer & dryer). STARLINK added to improve WIFI signal. Sofa bed in the living room can be used to complete a total of sleeping accommodations for six. Spacious kitchen is fully furnished with all the tools needed to cook and serve. Woodburning fireplace with insert. Four stall barn, 2 round pens for horses, and full RV hookups. Rental minimum is 30 days due to County taxes/restrictions on shorter term rentals.
The South Shore of Camanche Lake is only a mile away, and has swimming, boating, and fishing, as well as the staging area for the Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail, which follows the river as it rises into the Sierra mountains. The nearby town of Ione, home to many horse trainers, has recently completed an indoor arena, open to the public for a small fee.
Exterior security cameras in use, part-time owner/caretaker may be on premises.
At approximately 500’ elevation, it is well below the snow and frost line. In 2 hours, you can choose to head to Yosemite National Park, San Francisco, Napa Valley, or Lake Tahoe. A short drive east is the historic Sutters Millsite, where the Gold Rush began, and the Jumping Frog festival for Calaveras County, made famous by Mark Twain. Sacramento airport is a little over an hour away. Nearby are the almond orchards for Blue Diamond, and the great wine production at Lodi, Murphys, and Amador County.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Horses ok, scatter manure or take it with you.
NO FIRES, except in contained grill provided.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs allowed with Pet Fee of $5 per night.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Reminder, don't leave them unsupervised.

Events

Events allowed
No more than four invited guests for a social.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: No more than four invited guests for a social.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

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Valley Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Mokelumne River - 14 min drive - 14.3 km
  • New Hogan Lake - 16 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Jackson Valley Vineyards - 17 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Harrah's Northern California Casino - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Calaveras County Museum Complex - 25 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Stockton, CA (SCK-Stockton Municipal) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪El Torero - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mokelumne River, Jackson Valley Vineyards and New Hogan Lake. Harrah's Northern California Casino is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Very relaxing and comfortable weekend

Really enjoyed my stay , it was the perfect relaxing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

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

Great home away from home

Oak trees, gorgeous surroundings, plenty of space to breathe, fully furnished home 2 bedroom 2 bath with bbq, patio area to watch deer graze.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caryn A.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Large rural property w/ rv fhu (30 amp) and horse barn. Very well equipped home; large capacity washer and dryer, deep jacuzzi tub especially appreciated. Owner very nice and quickly responsive. About 5 miles into town. Would stay again.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tina T., United States

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

Nice stay 4.5 stars

First and Foremost, the Host Mary was awesome. She responded right away and checked backed with us to see how things were. The property is very secure and safe. We left our bikes and tubes on the for porch while we were gone Our stay was during the CA. fires so the air quality was horrible and we stayed in a lot and the internet connection was not great. we were only able to check emails/texts sporadically. But with that said, let me tell you about the rest of house OMG, Kitchen was a dream. It had everything you could want and SO MUCH room. The beds were comfy. The Tub was AWESOME. Even my 18 year old son liked it! The washer/dryer were huge. The patio table and chairs were big and comfy. The fenced in yard was great so my shih tzu couldn't get loose. The neighbors dogs do come into the yard. We walked around the back of the property as my little one is not as friendly :-) I could not believe all the room on the property for horses. My husband and son rode their mountain bikes on the property the last day as the air was a little better and they did not get to go on their bike ride. It is a mile to Lake Camache and it took my husband and son about 1.5 hrs to get to Yosemite. The home does not have a TV. If I could suggest one thing, it would be to have a TV w/DVD's. You don't need cable, but when you can't stream movies or shows on your electronics, there would be something to watch. Also in Valley Springs, there is a great burger place call Hawg Dawg's. They even have a dog menu!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great Place

A really wonderful place. My wife and I spent 3 months there this past winter and enjoyed it tremendously. Open floor plan with a huge kitchen and everything you need to cook. Patios front and back depending on how much sun you want. Quiet and secluded but plenty of neighbors within a 1/4 mile. A mile from Camanche Lake with great hiking, fishing, camping and bird watching. We will be back next year.
Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Enjoyed the Ranch

We had a great time and it was very comfortable for my family. All of my communication was promptly answered and it was a great experience. I came in knowing about the internet/phone issues and brought a 5G Hotspot which worked fine for me. Spacious and very clean. It is secluded but not far from stores, food etc. I would definitely recommend this property as a perfect escape.
Stayed 33 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barak B.

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

Hot, cool and perfect!

We had a great time at Mary Anne's plan and she is a wonderful, super responsive host. We stayed here for the July 4th weekend, and actually camped outside the house, while other family members stayed inside with the air-conditioner, as the temperature was nice and cool from 9 PM - 9 AM. The air was clean and there is no light pollution, so we didn't put on the rain cover and enjoyed looking at the stars. It is only a 10 minute drive to Lake Camanche South Shore we were able to get one of the last tickets for the day, as we arrived at 9:30 AM (they have a capacity limit of 150 ticket/day, no re-entry). We also went to the Mokelumne River where we enjoyed fishing, tubing and just relaxing on the river bank. Useful tips: Bring a small blow-up pool, foldable/pop-up shade (useful at the property and the lake) and a Patio Misting System which you can hand around the pop-up shade. Internet: not good for zoom calls, but you can stream videos. Disconnect from work! Thank you Mary Anne, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

corey p.

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

Our 1 month stay

Nice rural ranch setting, roomy house very quiet. Well supplied kitchen Great access to Comanche Lake South. Critique and Suggestions: Replace master bedroom bed Repair master bath shower faucet Dresser in master bedroom closet falling apart / unusable Clean floors
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cory S., Morristown, TN

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

Beautiful Setting

The house was nice, the property was beautiful. The kitchen was well appointed. We really enjoyed our stay here. The phone service for T-Mobile and Verizon wasn’t very good. The wifi was a bit slow but allowed me to connect to zoom meetings for work. The fenced in back patio was great to sip coffee on in the mornings. If you are looking to get away and have a peaceful private setting to do it in this is a perfect property.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

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

Quiet and peaceful beauty

Very quiet and peaceful, not too far from town. The tub was awesome! Host/owner was very accommodating and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

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

Travel Nurse

I was on a travel (nurse) assignment in Modesto. This property in Valley Springs is great! It’s an hour outside of there. I wanted to be somewhere with land for the animals to roam safely. Mary Ann’s property provided that and so much more. Let’s hit some of my favorite points, shall we? - land. 6 acres. Roosters near by to charm their way into your heart if you leave the windows open. - wood burning stove: heats the main room very well. I like a cool place to sleep, so I kept the furnace down. - kitchen- gas stove & oven- there may be a connection piece to it, but I’m no expert. My boyfriend (the professional chef) stayed with me for a bit- and created a feast in there. - bathtub/jacuzzi: this thing!!! Amazing. Wonderful. -washer & dryer: huge, new! -Proximity to nature: one mile to Comanche Reservoir. An hour or two to a plethora of trails. Yosemite is pretty darn close. Napa is close. Pretty much- every thing is doable. The In general: fantastic. I’m a little sad I didn’t book for the entire assignment. Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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

Great place for fishing base camp

Secluded but not remote is an excellent description. Well stocked and a great location to fish multiple lakes less than 20 minutes from the gate.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F.

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

Great Communication

The owner of the property, Mary Anne, was very responsive and accommodating. We originally booked our vacation stay in May, which was cancelled due to the stay-at-home order. We were able to re-book without a problem. Her communication was fast and kind; she even wished us a happy anniversary. I would 100% book with this host again. Thank you Mary Anne!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barak B.

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

Best ranch-style vacation

It was hard to leave this beautiful property, and we can't wait to go back! We had the best time and really enjoyed the home as well as the property, and the nearby water activities. The home is comfortable and clean, with every amenity we could have asked for. The kitchen seems new and is fully stocked with all the cooking and supplies needed. It appears that the owner is upgrading the home and the property, and we really appreciated the effort being made to make this place a home away from home. Get ready for a real ranch-style vacation, with wildlife on the property and the quiet of the "country". We felt very safe letting our kids roam freely on the property, and they were in heaven watching deer and bats, catching frogs, and playing with the very friendly dogs who frequently visited from the neighboring property. We visited Lake Camanche, the south entrance is less than 10 minutes drive away. In late July the water is quite warm, and swimming is safe and easy. We also did an inner-tubing "river float" by accessing the Mokelumne River Day Use Area, just west of the lake. This is about a 20 minute drive from the property. You can just sit and hang out at the shore of the river, or do an actual downstream float. Tip: If you only have one car, park in parking lot A, then walk to parking lot C and then even further towards the dam. Get in the water just before the dam and float downstream to exit at parking lot A, at your car. If you have two cars, even easier. With two cars you can even have one parked downriver at Sillman Magee Park and make a day out of it. The ranger told us that some people even float all the way to Lodi, wow! Remember to bring life vests, and it's required by law for children 13 years and younger. Overall this was a really pleasant experience and a wonderful vacation for the family. The owner is very easy to reach and communication was quick and always helpful. P.S. The couch pulls out to a double bed, and it's actually really comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

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

Very quiet and relaxing

My friend and I were looking for a place to unwind and chill. Due to Covid-19 we hadn’t seen each other for 5 months. We had a very relaxing long weekend, with the quiet we were looking for. Property is close to several lakes/reservoirs and the beautiful Mokelumne River.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

Wonderful get away house

We stayed for a few nights over the 4th of July holiday weekend. The house is only a few minutes away from the southern gate of Lake Camanche, which was nice to have such a short drive after a long day at the lake! There is a long gravel driveway leading to the house, so we're glad we had our truck. That allows for the house to be tucked away from the road nicely. The house itself was a great layout for our small family. It looks like the owner is slowly upgrading the place and the large jetted tub in the hall bath was amazing! Only downfall about the whole place was two younger dogs from a neighboring property would come over to the house, which our dog is not a fan of any other dog. The other dogs were friendly and probably would be fine with our dog if she liked other dogs. The owner said that she's looking at upgrading the fencing at some point to help with the issue, which is great. There is a high chain linked fence for a little backyard area that was nice for our dog as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Heidi, Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property was attractive and met the needs of our large family. Kids loved exploring the property. Owner was very responsive and helpful. Internet was slow, but that is to be expected for area. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020