Professional Development Retreat for Teachers

Guest: Teacher (Glenn, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/10/11 Review Submitted: 11/12/11

This house was a perfect rental for our teacher professional development retreat! The view was amazing and the house had plenty of space for a large group. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a rental.

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Another Great Weekend at the Henry's Home

Guest: Walt (San Ramon, Ca)
Date of Stay: 09/16/11 Review Submitted: 09/20/11

We have just returned from our second weekend getaway at the Henry's wonderful home. As with our stay last year, Sept. 2010, everything was in perfect order in the home. Once again we enjoyed all that the home has to offer. The kitchen is fully equipped and the large dinning room table was just what we needed for our group. Everyone slept well in those comfortable beds especially after climbing the Brokeoff Mountain trail. Some of us took a swim in the lake after our hike and we were surprised to find how warm the water was. What a treat after a long and challenging hike. We can not recommend this home more highly. It is great and works well for a large group. PERFECT !!! We will come again one day.. It is a pleasure renting from the Henry's..

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

Great home to enjoy with friends and family!

Guest: Sara (Danville )
Date of Stay: 08/27/11 Review Submitted: 09/13/11

We rent homes on a somewhat regular basis, but this by far exceeded our expectations! It was so well appointed I felt like I was at my very own second home! It has a wonderful layout for large groups with great bedroom and bath accommodations. We truly felt 'at home' and just relaxed and enjoyed the lake, biking trails, bocce at the park and hiking at Mt. Lassen. We hope to stay here again, but I will leave all of my 'stuff' at home. No need to drag the coffee grinder and filters, they were there! No need to drag the wine glasses or serving trays -- it was all there. The beds, pillows and towels were wonderful (note to self, leave the pillow at home next time!). We really enjoyed ourselves and hope to do it again next summer!

Owner response:I'm happy to hear that you had such an enjoyable time during your recent stay. You, our guests, are our number one priority and we try to be very diligent in providing a stress free vacation for you. We look forward to seeing you next year.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

We're already counting the days 'til next year!

Guest: Nance (Rocklin, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11 Review Submitted: 07/25/11

This house is perfect for a larger family! There are 18 of us at present, and this house meets all our needs. Our oldest daughter, her husband, and 3 children stay in the guest house, and our other 3 grown children, their spouses and combined 5 children, spread out nicely throughout the rest of the house. The rooms are large and comfortably furnished so there is plenty of room to spread out. We never feel cramped or crowded. The older grandchildren love the upstairs playroom, and there are many games and toys, as well as outdoor activities, so everyone has something to do while waiting for their turn on our boat. The house is lovingly decorated, and includes everything one would need while on vacation. The neighborhood is great for walking babies, there is a great park right down the street, as well as golf and tennis. The view of the lake is so peaceful and deer wander about in the mornings, which the children love. Chester is a darling small town, and we enjoy visiting the shops and restaraunts, one favorite is the Pine Shack Frosty - yum! The Holiday grocery store has competitive prices, and Lassen Volcanic Park is just up the road. (Do gas up your boat in Chester or Greenville - not at the marina - gas is very $$ at the marina.) I was surprised at an earlier review regarding Sharrie meeting the tenants at the door upon their arrival. The Henry's are delightful people, and I was glad to meet Sharrie on our first stay. She showed us around the house, explained how things (certain appliances) worked, where not to park, and how to handle the garbage & recycling. I for one would much rather have things explained to me than accidentally damage someone's property! This year, since we were returning tenants, we spoke to Sharrie by phone, but she did not need to meet us at her home, as we already knew our way around the place. We have already booked next summer's vacation with Sharrie & Ken - our 3rd year in a row. Our children and grandchildren talk about this annual vacation constantly, and can't wait to return. We've been to several lakes over the years with our growing family, but Almanor and the Henry's fantastic home are the perfect fit for us. It is a wonderful rental, great for any family, but if your group is a large one, this is the best choice! We feel blessed to have discovered this home, and to be able to count the Henry's as our friends. PS: Be sure to watch the sunrise over the lake in the mornings - truly one of God's gifts!

Owner response:Thank you for taking the time to write a review and sharing such kind words. We appreciate your family and look forward to seeing you next summer!

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

Guest: R.T. (-)
Date of Stay: 02/21/10 Review Submitted: 03/07/11

This comment is from a Thank You card we received: Dear Sharrie and Ken, Thank you again for the use of your lovely home! We have so many ford memories of the days we spent there. We wanted to let you know it was a special time in God's beautiful snow!

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It doesn't get any better than this!!

Guest: Active Family (Turlock, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/16/10 Review Submitted: 02/21/11

We just booked our third reservation with the Henry's! There is nothing not to love about this property. The setting is absolutely stellar with beautiful views of the lake. The homes themselves are impeccably maintained inside and out and wonderfully designed. We have three children and the house is stocked with games and toys - never a dull moment. We like to ride our bikes and the house is located very close to the Almanor trail - a meandering paved trail that goes down the west side of the lake. My 10 and 8 year olds ride the whole 13 miles with me. The Biz Johnson trail is not too far away and there is some fantastic/challenging mountain biking a short distance away in Susanville. We've also fallen in love with the little mountain town of Chester and the surrounding area. We did a great horseback ride with a local gal. The little park about .5 miles away is perfect - basketball court, play equipment and everything else is there. Many days, we just had fun sitting on the dock and chasing down crawdads! We see this property as a perfect reflection of the owners. The Henry's are the most hospitable kinds of people one finds in this lifetime. We have enjoyed every interaction we have had with them.

Owner response:Thank you for taking the time to share with our readers the blessings you've received from your time at our home. When our children were younger I remember hauling buckets of toys, games and activities to keep them busy when we went places. When we were planning the offering of our home it seemed natural to try to address the needs of our younger guests. We want them to have a great, busy time because this will help everyone's, adults included, vacation be more pleasant and memorable. For those guests who return year after year, I think the home feels more and more like "their place". We hope as each guest is introduced to us and the home and feels welcome and that they can put their feet up and relax as if they are in "their" vacation home.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

Jan

Guest: Jan (Sonora,Ca)
Date of Stay: 07/04/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

What a beautiful home! I spent much of my time lake-side in the comfortable chairs thoughtfully placed there by the Henrys. The scenery, breeze, a book, and the company of other family members were wonderful relaxation. The shore is a close, easy, gentle slope from the house (which was much appreciated by my Senior-Citizen arthritic hip). I got beat soundly by my grandson, with lots of laughter, in a rousing game of ping-pong. Great memories. I will definitely be back.

Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

What a treat!! Excellent!!

Guest: mollie (Redding, Walnut Creek, and El Dorado Hills, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/18/10 Review Submitted: 02/18/11

If you are thinking of a stay at this beautiful cabin, you will be thrilled with your decision. The facility is clean and fresh, elegant while still warm and cozy. The rooms and beds are very comfortable. You have all the comforts of home and then some. The owners are friendly and supportive if any questions arise. There is so much to see and do there, or just relax. We very recently had a family reunion there and we all loved it. We are already making plans for another stay.

Owner response:Our home gets a "Holiday Overhaul" being decorated by us right after Thanksgiving. We are then ready for any Christmas Holiday gathering starting the first week in December. Our goal is to make a Christmas gathering as "stress-free" as possible. The main house is is fully decorated, complete with a 14 foot tree! Lighted garlands hang from all the railings in the main house so the room twinkles at night with a warm, ambient light. Turn on the roaring fire in the fireplace (it's propane, not messy wood) and sit back. We provide a big crock pot, turkey roasting pan and and 24 cup coffee pot for easy hosting along with a kitchen full of supplies for serving large groups. The Guest house is decorated also, with it's own tree, so everyone can stay in the holiday mood regardless of which house you're sleeping in. Snow removal is hassle free

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Walt, San Ramon, Ca

Guest: Walt (San Ramon, Ca)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10 Review Submitted: 02/18/11

We are a men's hiking group (eight guys ages 48 to 77) who do an annual weekend hiking get away. We found this wonderful home while searching for a place close to Mt. Lassen which could provide a bed for each of us, a large kitchen and large dinning room table. It was perfect. It is truly an amazing home and outstanding location directly on the lake. We were amazed that the owners would allow this great home to be available for rent. We were so pleased with our stay in Sept. 2010 that we are again staying there this year. With Mt. Lassen close by, there are so many hiking trails to explore. The photos you see on this web sight are exactly what the home looks like and in fact don't really don't do the home justice. The kitchen is full equipped and the appliances are first class. We always cook for ourselves so we were pleased to see the wonderful kitchen. The living room is very comfortable and nicely furnished. The home is spotless and in perfect condition. All the beds were comfortable. The large dinning room table was exactly what we wanted. After our dinner and a good days hiking, it is always nice to settle down for a relaxing evening where we are comfortable and can talk about our hike, share a Brandy and solve the problems of the world. We have been doing these weekend hiking getaways for over ten years and this is by far the best home we have found. The owners are wonderful to work with. Very professional and very personal. All the rental transactions were smooth and communications very complete. If some one wants a large home in a beautiful setting which can accommodate a large group, we highly recommend this great home. You will not be sorry Our only sad note is that at some point we will have hiked all that Mt. Lassen has to offer and we won't need to come here again. Many thanks for sharing your amazing home with us.

Owner response:These men were a wonderful group to host! It is so satisfying to be a small part of the activities of groups with such diverse interests. The Lake Almanor basin is rich in recreational opportunities beyond summer sports, from hiking, bicycle tours, fishing, and golf. As well as winter sports like snowmobiling and cross country skiing for the more adventurous spirit. We have maps of the national forests for those who wish to seek out the trails and get "off- the- beaten path" and Lassen National Park is a treasure of it's own.

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

Perfect for our family!

Guest: From Reno (Reno)
Date of Stay: 08/25/10 Review Submitted: 02/18/11

We were looking for something unique for my Mom's 70th birthday. We rented the house from Sharrie and it was perfect! We had 8 adults and four kids. The kids and their parents stayed in the guest house which worked out better than we could have imagined. Both houses were equipped with games, toys, televisions, DVD players, even movies to watch! All you really need to bring is clothes, food, and lake toys. We brought a ski boat and a jet ski which were tons of fun on the warm water (August) of Almanor. At one point we were looking to trap some crawdads and joked that we finally found something the house didn't have, crawdad traps! We went into town and bought a trap only to later find a set of traps under the deck. All in all it was a great trip. We would recommend this property very highly to others.

Owner response:You all deserved a fantastic time for your mother's special day and I'm thrilled you chose our home! If guest's find that we're missing something, anything, like crawdad traps :-) , we will make every effort to provide it. We do have traps and outdoor toys (trucks, shovels, buckets, kites etc.) to share under the deck so the young children can stay busy. We also have badminton and a game similar to horseshoes for older children and adults. The guest house is also furnished with puzzles, books, a children's kitchen set, a children's work bench with saws, screwdrivers, etc., dress up clothes for boys and girls and many other things to keep the children occupied in things that allow the parents to supervise while still enjoying adult conversation.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.