Vacation Rentals by Owner

Holiday Getaway

Guest: Winter Friends
Date of Stay: 12/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/16/12

Thank you SO very much for renting us your home -- we had a terrific time, despite the little amounts of snow. We've been renting houses up in the Serene Lakes area for several years and we all agreed, your home was the best, hands down -- it's a great location, funky layout that actually works, incredibly well-stocked (generously and thoughtfully)..... Thanks again - we hope to stay there again sometime this winter. Will be in touch!

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Nice house and splendid view

Guest: Kerwin (Elk Grove, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 07/07/11

We spent July 4th 2011, even though there are still lot of snow around the house (unusual 2010~2011 Winter Snow), kids were catch tons of fun over there. This is the best place to spend family vacation through all 4 seasons. Thanks Cynthia.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A wonderful experince.

Guest: Frank (San Ramon, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/26/11 Review Submitted: 01/01/12

After leaving the cabin, all of us want to come back. It's very close to Soda Spring ski ranch. There is no much snow these days. However, our kids went to ski and very happy about it. All kids are first time to stay in a cabin. They were very enjoy and wanted to stay more days.

Recommended for:Families with young children

Guest: Summer Party
Date of Stay: 07/29/10 Review Submitted: 08/03/10

We wanted to tell you we enjoyed your cabin/home and had a great time. You have a very nice cabin. We canoed, kayaked, rode bikes, admired some of the cabins/mansions in the area, went on a 5 mile hike at old Donner Summit, rock climbed at old Donner Pass, and went into Truckee for the art/craft show on Sunday. I ran across a mountain guide friend of mine on the rocks at old Donner Pass (Bela--the owner of ASI--you have his brochure in your cabin).

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Guest: The "Spicy Tacos" gang from Oakland
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

O!M!GWhat a great hill! It's like "back country sledding!" We saw a weasel! Austin Powers marathon! Peppermint cocoa! Loved the ping pong and loft! The bear tree is AMAZING!

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Guest: Austeford Family
Date of Stay: 12/24/09 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

Such a practical well thought out house. Loved the decor! We had a fantastic time!

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Guest: Ginosar Family
Date of Stay: 07/16/09 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

We celebrated our father's 80th birthday. We came from far away: Australia, Idaho, Colorado and of course California. Beautiful setting and lake . House very comfortable for 11 adults and 6 children.

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Guest: Beth & Jim
Date of Stay: 05/30/09 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

Had an incredible sunny weekend. Still snow enough for side of the house sledding but warm enough for lots of canoe trips, bike rides and runs around the lake. It was perfect and filled with lots of fun and laughter, good food and drink, reading, sleeping and playing games - the best of both worlds! We can't wait to come back for more fun together!

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Guest: The Hill Family
Date of Stay: 08/15/08 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

We had a wonderful time BBQing, canoeing and enjoying the woods. Enjoyed the Olympics also. Thank you!

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Guest: Fielding Family
Date of Stay: 08/05/08 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

We loved sitting on the deck enjoying the views. This large home was well adapted to our extended family's coming and goings!

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Guest: Seymoor Family
Date of Stay: 02/15/08 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

Thank you! We celebrated our mom's 70th birthday and 5 grandchildren. The loft was perfect! Mom crosscountry skied across the lake and on Feb 18th skied 4 trails at Donner Ski Ranch. Loved your area, lakes, mountains and snow!

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Guest: The Plummer Family
Date of Stay: 02/05/08 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

We came for a mid-week snow trip! Fun! We made a home-made sled run on the side of the house - hours of fun!

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Guest: Bridget & Mike
Date of Stay: 12/12/07 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

Thank you so much! Great place! Very well equipped and comfortable. We served 14 people a complete turkey dinner, stuffing, cranberries, etc. with your well stocked kitchen.

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Guest: Kim and Phil
Date of Stay: 07/07/07 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

Great place! Loved the lake and proximity to Truckee and Tahoe!

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Guest: Tinny & Ron
Date of Stay: 03/05/07 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

We definitely want to come back! It's so much fun and the place is great!

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Guest: Rina, Bob, Evan and Bailey
Date of Stay: 03/05/07 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

This place is perfect for our gang! We had lots of laughs and hope to come back soon. Thank you!

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Guest: Lib, Hutch, Bob, Barb, David, Carolyn, Tina, Bruce
Date of Stay: 07/17/05 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

The house rocked! Thanks for keeping it so well stocked. We had a wonderful stay and hope to come again.

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Guest: Darrell & Diane
Date of Stay: 05/09/05 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

It's our 18th Anniversary and only had 1 night to get away. Couldn't ask for a more comfortable and relaxing trip. Beautiful to see the snow this late in the season.

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