Location: Pinecrest, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (Located just west of Pinecrest Lake, CA) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 9-11)
It's a toss up which feature is the best. The LARGE COZY ROCK FIREPLACE, the EXPANSIVE SECOND FLOOR DECK over looking the forest(perfect for morning coffee)or the OUTDOOR DINING TERRACE surronded by forest (perfect for a BBQ while watching the sunset). A large comfortable living room surrounds the fireplace and a game table sits under the big picture windows.
It'a 2100sq ft of forest views. This cabin is very secluded.
In the winter you will be thankful that there are only 10 steps and you are inside. No long stairs to shovel. Also the driveway is plowed after each snow fall.
Fondue Dinners around the table after skiing all day, playing cards and making something warm to drink all this and a fire in the fireplace. Life is soooooo good.
The dining room seats 12 easily. The nearest we can tell the cabin was constructed around the huge table.
A lot of thought went into the lay out of the upstairs, it's open and airy but really warm and inviting, think of your own personal lodge. Located downstairs are 4 ample sized bedrooms and two full baths. This was great planning on the part of the builder. The bedrooms are naturally cooler and better for sleeping downstairs and because the livingroom is upstairs you feel like you are in the trees.
But it's the peace and quiet that sets this area of the Sierra Mountains apart. If you have never been to Pinecrest you need to come. "For Whom The Bell Tolls" was filmed near by in Kennedy Meadows. In fact, as a little boy my father gave the starring actress, Ingrid Bergman, a ride around the lake in his boat. She paid him a whole quarter and he was thrilled.
In those days we camped, but some day we wished to have our own Pinecrest Lodge near the lake. Those who have stayed at the cabin tell us their kids and grandkids ask them "when are we going to our cabin in the trees again?".
We want you to relax, rest and enjoy the quiet but for those of you who are more adventurous hiking, boating, fishing (they stock the lake w/ fish for you to catch), sailing, horseback riding and sunbathing are near by at Pinecrest Lake during the summer. Twain Hart Golf Course is just 15 minutes down the hill and in the winter Dodge Ridge Ski Resort is just 15 minutes up the hill. Leland Meadows sledding, cross country skiing, ice skating and snowmobiling are close by. You can also just enjoy watching it snow outside from the comfort of the cabin but make sure you build at least one snowman before you leave and just outside off the terrace is the perfect slope for sledding.
At the end of the day you will be in front of the fireplace before you know it. The 4 bedrooms w/ luxurious linens and down comforters offer you a restful sleep. We hope your stay is memorable.
Check in time is 3:00P.M. and check out time is no later than 11:00A.M. Cleaning deposit required.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Down Comforters and Soft Pillows Are Provided. Several Down Alternative Comforters Available for Those with Allergies. Kitchen Towels Also Provided.
- Off Street Parking: The long driveway puts the cabin at the back of the lot bordering the forest so the driveway can handle at least 3 cars easily.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Because the cabin is on a cul de sac you may leave a boat or trailer at the side on the road as long as you don't block a driveway or the refuse can.
- Gas Fireplace: Large rock fireplace to cozy up to on cool mornings or after playing in the snow.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Bedroom #1 has a queen sized bed with a new mattress. Bedroom #2 has a queen sized bed with a new mattress as well.
- Double Bed: Bedroom #3 has a double bed w/ new mattress and a twin bed as well.
- Twin/Single Bed: Located in bedroom #3 room w/ double bed.
- Bunk Bed: Set of bunk beds in 4th bedroom with lots of room for the kids to play games.
- Convertible Bed: Aerobed provided if needed which can be set up in the 4th bedroom.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Large, Fully Equipped Kitchen. Easily Accommodates More Than One Cook (Everyone Can Use the Help). Bar Area Allows Cook to Interact w/ Family. Then There is the Dining Room Table, it seats 12. it was One of Many Reasons We Bought the Cabin and it Has Served Us Well from Fondue Dinners to Really Big Card Games.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Waffle iron, blender, coffee pot, coffee grinder are all provided. Basically everything a well stocked kitchen needs.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : 2 Great Outdoor Areas to Relax. the Large Deck Off the Living Room Has High and Low Dining Tables. Perfect for Morning Coffee or Lunch Outside. the Terrace Also Has 2 Dining Tables for an Evening Bbq W/ the Family Under the Stars and 2 Lounge Chairs for an Afternoon of Reading.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: The cabin is at the end of a quiet cul de sac and borders the forest. All the living space is on the second floor so you truly feel you are in the trees. The terrace and deck overlook the forest and you can see the sunset through the trees.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- In the kitchen we supply the napkins and paper towels. In the bath we supply the TP and a blow dryer if you forgot yours. Just a few things so you don't have to bring everything but the kitchen sink.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Must be at least 25 to rent this cabin.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer: May 22, 2009-Sep 07, 2009 .. $225/night .. $1300/week
Winter: Dec 16, 2008-Apr 15, 2009 .. $225/night .. $1300/week
Off season: Apr 16, 2009-May 21,2009,
Sep 08, 2009-Oct 30, 2009 ........... $200/night .. $1150/week
Holiday weekends require 3 night minimum stay.Thanksgiving,Christmas and New Years
4 night minimum. Damage/Security Deposit (refundable) is $200 due 7 days
from inquiry. Cleaning fee $150 required. Full amount of rent and cleaning fee
due 4 weeks prior to stay. Credit card transactions add 5%.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
The Lodge Near Pinecrest Lake
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Pinecrest
When you have as many childhood memories as our children do at Pinecrest Lake there is no other place we want to be. About 1/2 hour into the drive up the hill we can feel life's busy (ness) fall away and we start to decompress. Everyone sleeps a little later and spends more time just talking over a cup of coffee. Now that our children are grown it's the perfect place to unwind and spend time with them in a familiar place.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
We love to start the day with morning coffee on the deck and plan the day. We are a very active family so we generally head out and spend the day hiking, boating or fishing. The idea of reading on the terrace would be great but we always think we might be missing out on something fun. We end the day with wine and dinner on the terrace watching for shooting stars or head over to Mia's for an amazing Italian meal. Back at the cabin it's nice to have 4 private bedrooms. We generally put all the little kids in one room. They are still trying to scare their sisters with bear noises.
Owner's Map of Pinecrest
Tom and I (Rochelle) are long time Pinecrest visitors. Camping with family at the lake several times a year was our favorite vacation to look forward to. We would swim and hike all day long and at night we took the flashlights and went to the movies under the stars and when we were supposed to be asleep we would play tricks on our sisters making noises like a bear outside their tents. It was all great fun. In 1999 we had the opportunity to purchase what looks very much like a Lodge near the Lake. We jumped at the chance and have since started enjoying family time at the cabin.
Property Photos
- The Lodge - Pinecrest Vacation Cabin Near Hiking, Boating and Fishing
- The Lodge - Pinecrest Vacation Cabin Near Hiking, Boating and Fishing
- The DINING TERRACE overlooking the forest. Watch the sun set over the tree tops. - Pinecrest Vacation Cabin Near Hiking, Boating and Fishing
- The LARGE DECK sits 8 or more.
- The FIRST WINTER SNOW from the deck
- It snowed last night! NO STAIRS TO CLIMB OR SNOW TO SHOVEL.
- The front of the cabin and second floor deck
- The diningroom off the kitchen and BIG family table, a great place for fondue.
- View from diningroom of kitchen and bar area.
- The "Brown Bear" bedroom.
- The "Red Moose" bedroom.
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