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
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
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 transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
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
Smoking not allowed
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)
An adult age 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Lock the front gate upon final departure.
Pick up any dog droppings near the house. Doggie bags are in the kitchen drawer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Horses ok, scatter manure or take it with you.
NO FIRES, except in contained grill provided.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property
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?
Onsite 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?
Check-out 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 vacation home is 4.8 mi (7.6 km) from Mokelumne River and within 12 mi (20 km) of New Hogan Lake and Harrah's Northern California Casino. Jackson Pioneer Cemetery and Castle Oaks Golf Course are also within 16 mi (25 km).
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Updated Cottage on 6+ wooded acres, Horse setup, RV Hookups, Secluded not remote Reviews
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Exceptional
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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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
Amy N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Heidi
Jun 30, 2020
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!