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Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly

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Take advantage of golfing on site, a firepit, and a garden at Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and kayaking at this vacation home. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly

  • Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor, California — a spacious, pet-friendly vacation rental perfect for families and groups. This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers direct access to the Hamilton Branch, peaceful water views, and a large wrap-around deck ideal for relaxing after a day of fishing, boating, hiking, or exploring Lassen Volcanic National Park. Guests love the clean, comfortable interiors, fully equipped kitchen, reliable high-speed Wi-Fi (Starlink), and quiet natural setting. Ideal for summer lake trips, fall fishing, and cozy winter stays.Welcome to our riverfront retreat on the Hamilton Branch. This spacious 2,600 sq. ft. home features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, offering plenty of room to relax and gather. Inside, you’ll find a large updated kitchen ideal for preparing meals, along with separate family and living rooms for time together.
    Take in stunning river views from the cozy fireplaces or step outside onto the expansive 800 sq. ft. wrap-around redwood deck overlooking the water. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood, this home is perfect for unwinding with a good book or watching cranes glide along the river — with the occasional distant train adding to the charm.
    Fishing enthusiasts will love the direct river access — cast right from the back deck or relax on the swing while listening to the soothing flow of the Hamilton Branch. Recently remodeled flooring adds warmth throughout the home, and ample dining and counter seating accommodates your entire group.
    Entertainment options include a pool table, table tennis, karaoke machine, and a 70-inch smart TV. High-speed Starlink internet with Google Mesh Wi-Fi keeps you connected, and music lovers will enjoy the electric piano.
    New this year, guests have access to a secure kayak shed with four kayaks, beach chairs, cornhole, and outdoor essentials. Sleeping arrangements include two main-floor bedrooms (king and queen) and two upstairs bedrooms, one with a king bed plus additional sleeping options, and one with a queen bed.
    We welcome well-behaved pets with a non-refundable pet fee (40-lb max; no bully breeds).Come experience a true fly-fisherman’s paradise and create unforgettable memories on the Hamilton Branch.

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About the neighborhood

Located in Hamilton Branch, a neighborhood in Westwood, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bailey Creek Golf Course and Major's Outpost are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Lake Almanor. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our Westwood travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A calm lake at sunset with silhouetted trees and mountains in the background.
    Lake Almanor
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A road leading to the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center with a camper parked nearby.
    Lassen Volcanic National Park
    59 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Sierra Nevada Conservancy
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Westwood Beach
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Diamond Mountain Casino
    49 min drive - 55.7 km

Restaurants

  • Buffalo Chip's Pizza
    11 min drive
  • Blue Ox Coffee
    11 min drive
  • Red Onion Grill
    6 min drive
  • Tantardino's
    6 min drive
  • Carol's Prattville Cafe
    22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly located?

This family-friendly Westwood vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Lake Almanor. Westwood Beach is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

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Spacious Riverfront Home near Lake Almanor • Pet-Friendly Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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What a treasure. The river view is worth the visit and it gets better from there. Plenty of room for 4 couples and some kids, too.Nice kitchen, with everything you need. Indoor and outdoor dining options. We grilled a couple of nights and dined out a few. There are not a lot of options for dining out but we enjoyed The Red Onion and would return.Hosts were great communicators and everything worked as expected. Could not ask for a better experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful house and location

I stayed here with several co-workers and the house was perfect! Lots of space and very clean. Getting into the house was easy and the host was responsive. The location is beautiful next to a river while also being close to the lake and town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very peaceful setting!

We really enjoyed our peaceful stay! Loved the sound of the creek! Home was perfect! My nephew and son in law and family enjoyed the pool table!!! I hope we left it ok!!! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved it

Huge clean house, everything you could need for a stay. Lots of games and fun entertainment. Location is awesome. The river is amazing with a fun hike down to it. The hosts are spectacular. We got stuck off roading and needed an emergency pick up- they did not need to do this for us but they did - we are so grateful. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing home and view!!!!

Our family stayed at the house for four nights. The house is beautiful but the back deck and the view of the river is amazing. We spent most of our time sitting on the deck and fishing in the river. The guys loved the pool table. Debbie and Dave are great hosts, we would definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting a beautiful home with amazing views and a short drive to Lake Almanor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome House - with Great Deck Scene!

Fantastic property. Large home that can accommodate many guests with a fantastic deck above the river - great for hanging out and catching up. Debbie and Dave are great hosts, very responsive. Everything was clean and the kitchen was well stocked in terms of dishes, cooking utensils, etc. I/we will definitely stay there again and I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Almanor Bliss

First I'd like to say Debbie and Dave are excellent hosts and communicate regularly. The house is spacious, clean and the location is excellent. We could not have asked for a better week up at Almanor. The weather was perfect and I was reminded why I have such fond memories coming up every summer as a kid with my family and friends. Thanks again Debbie and Dave!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Family time

Our stay was amazing. Our hosts were perfect. All the information was so clear. The house was SUPER clean. They thought of everything from karaoke to pool or ping pong. Plenty of board games too. The beds are excellent and so comfortable. The deck had plenty of seating and dining for our family. They haven’t missed a thing. All you need in the kitchen is there. The hosts also were accommodating of our dogs. We will be back! We loved our stay. Miss it already. Cannot thank them enough. Liz Powers
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Better than advertised

Many homes don't quite meet expectations as advertised on VRBO. This home was not one of them. Upon arrival and throughout our stay, the Home was so much better than our expectations. The deck over the river is so serene and there is plenty of space to lounge including a nice fire pit to sit around. Despite neighbors on both sides of the house, the house is very private. Inside the house was roomy and clean. We thoroughly enjoyed all the amenities including the pool table, corn hole, chess board and big screen TV to watch football and BBQ. The kitchen and large bedrooms were great too. We highly recommend the house. Thank you Debbie for the multiple emails inquiring to confirm everything was as it should be.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing Getaway

This home has everything you would want or need in a home for a vacation rental. The home is in great shape and you can tell the owners take pride in their home from how clean everything is and all the amenities they provide. My husband and I and our 3 grown sons took full advantage of the pool table/ping pong, karaoke, played poker and sat on the deck looking at the gorgeous view and listening to the river. The hosts are amazing and we were lucky enough to get to meet them and chat a bit. They are by far the best hosts we have ever had. Debbie even reached out during our stay (this has never happened before) to see if everything was ok and if there was anything we needed. It was such a wonderful 60th bday celebration for my husband and our family. We had lots of laughs and made many awesome memories. We did lots of fly fishing, played disc golf and enjoyed the outdoors which is why we picked Lake Almanor. You will definitely not regret staying at this lovely home. Can't wait to go back some day. Thanks Debbie & David!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We couldn’t of asked for a better experience!

This home was PERFECT for a family vacation with 7 adults. The house is beautifully maintained, has spacious rooms and a truly beautiful deck and view, and is well-stocked with virtually every creature comfort one could want on vacation. My family had fun creating a dinner experience every night and we found all we needed in the well-stocked kitchen. Dinner out on the deck was sensational, with the "music" of the rushing river below to serenade us. The house was spacious and made it easy to tuck away for individual quiet moments now and then. We really enjoyed the home's amenities, like kayaking and ping pong. Debbie and Dave were particularly gracious hosts, accommodating some special needs we requested. They were also fabulous communicators, enthusiastically sharing information on the area's best spots. Check in and check out were as easy as it gets. No fuss, no hassle. My family and I have been so looking forward to this vacation together. (We live hundreds of miles from one another, so time together is fleeting.) This home was the perfect place for us. Thanks again, Debbie and Dave. It was awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The host was very nice and quick to respond. The view was amazing with the creek in the backyard
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We loved this place. Very clean and the view of Hamilton branch was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful riverfront property with full amenities and excellent clean condition!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A piece of heaven

My family and I stayed a week. A great time was had by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We loved this house - very clean, with all the amenities that’s perfect for a family vacation. Its location sits close to the water with beautiful views of the branch. Kids loved the pool/l table/ping pong table, big kitchen for meals, beautiful deck with a fire pit to enjoy sitting outside. Walking distance to the lake - water toys including kyaks and beach chairs for the lake were provided. We’ll definitely want to rent this house again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful Trip!

Debbie and Dave, are wonderful hosts! My family and I recently stayed at their river front home for a week of fishing, hiking and relaxing on the deck. We can’t thank them enough for our wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Relaxing

Very quiet and relaxing home by the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great house and location!

We enjoyed a fantastic 4 nights at this house - boated daily and hung out at the house nightly. Debbie and her husband have everything you need for your stay - the ping pong table was a hit and we enjoyed hanging out on the deck listening to the river. They were excellent hosts and we would return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Lakes and Lassen

Property was comfortable for us friends to visit and hike in Lassen National Park and around Lake Almanor. Backyard deck was ideal for evening relaxation with the sound of the river flowing. Enjoyable stay overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Thanksgiving 2024

Very nice property. 😀
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great accommodations

The property was a great fit for our family with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. The kitchen was well equipped and the games, pool and ping pong table were fun. Unfortunately, we were placed under an evacuation warning after 2 nights due to the Dixie wild fire and had to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great experience

We booked the listing to use for a family vacation. The property was wonderful and definitely lived up to expectations. Debbie was very responsive when we had questions and we were sad to leave.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful winter getaway

This is a fantastic house! It's comfortable, homey and had a lot of space for our family to spread out. The ping pong table and pool table were a big hit for the crew. Debbie was a great host and wonderful to work with. We highly recommend this home and hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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River Roaring below house

Enjoyed our stay, the house was very clean and the neighbor very nice. The river below the house was fantastic. The owners are on site all the time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023