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Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax!

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Welcome!
snow covered
Living area
Living area
gas fireplace and mantle

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Pollock Pines, CA
  • Place, Station Plaza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Pollock Pines Branch El Dorado County Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pollock Pines Recreation Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1: Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Family Room

1 Queen Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1: Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax!

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills among soaring pine trees, with more than 2,500 square feet of living space, vaulted ceilings and modern comforts you'll feel right at home and at peace. Recently built large, open custom home that backs up to a forested greenbelt, conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood 5 minutes from the freeway, Safeway, Starbucks, CVS, gas station, restaurants and bowling as well as 7 minutes from beautiful Sly Park Lake and Recreation Center.

Pollock Pines has beautiful Sly Park Lake, is 35 minutes from the slopes at Sierra-at-Tahoe, 60 minutes from Lake Tahoe and conveniently located near Apple Hill, historic Placerville, El Dorado County and Amador County wineries, and lots more foothill beauty and fun!

At 4,000 ft. elevation Pollock PInes is above the snowline.

Bedding and towels are included along with a fully equipped kitchen with gas burners and oven, TV with streaming access, as well as wifi internet, a gas fireplace and central heat and air that are each thermostat-controlled. Cell phone reception is best for AT&T and Verizon, but other providers get reception as well.

This split-level house with entry stairs and a steep driveway is not suitable for small children.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
Not suitable for infants or young children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs allowed upon approval. $100/dog fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Take shoes off inside. Take home any food products brought and return all household items to where you found them upon arrival.
Leave in condition found to include: wash dishes, wipe kitchen counter tops, tidy bathrooms, and knot/secure garbage in provided receptacles.
If there is snow on the ground or if it is predicted to snow, you must park at the bottom of the driveway for your safety and walk up to the house.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Pollock Pines

Located in Pollock Pines, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Historic Main Street Placerville and Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Time Out Spa and Crystal Basin Cellars. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding.
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Pollock Pines, CA

What's nearby

  • Station Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pollock Pines Branch El Dorado County Library - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pollock Pines Recreation Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sly Park Campground - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Red Hawk Casino - 32 min drive - 40.1 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sportsman's Hall - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger Barn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Southfork 1848 Eatery and Bakeshop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paco’s Taqueria - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax!?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax! on May 1, 2026 start from $178, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax!?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Come Escape! mountains, lakes, rivers, Apple Hill, wine, snow, ski, hike, relax! located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Station Plaza and within 3 mi (5 km) of Pollock Pines Recreation Park and Pollock Pines Branch El Dorado County Library. Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center and Bullion Bend Historic Marker are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Pollock Pines house

House is amazing, large, great deck, wildlife. Host was very nice & responsive w/ communication. We loved our stay!
Stayed 45 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenery

This is a perfect place to stay ( drive way would not be fun in winter). The layout of home is nice and very spacious. We especially loved the backyard and it’s peacefulness. Deer and turkeys showed up everyday to greet us . Would recommend and stay again for sure !
Stayed 42 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The home was beautiful and clean

communication with the host was pleasant and any concerns were worked out fast. It was a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Three of our guys stayed here for a business trip for a month and had nothing but good things to say about it. The owner was very communicative and clearly cares about this property. We still have a continuing job here and if we are to return, we would love to stay here again. 10/10!
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as Advertised

We enjoyed this comfortable, well-appointed home in the woods. Very clean and spacious. Easy to reach, yet well away from the highway. Darby was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

Darby's home is quite lovely and comfortable. Perfect for our Apple Hill trip. Darby was very responsive when we had a question. We would definitely stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice weekend stay in a beautiful scenic home

This was our first VRBO stay and we were extremely pleased with this lovely home. The property is very neat and clean and safe with scenic views of pine trees and woods all around. It was a comfortable and relaxing home to stay in along with a nice backyard.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICAH P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great.

Clean, well maintained, lots of places to sit. Two thumbs up.
Stayed 33 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer stay

Darby was a gracious host and her home was lovely. Spacious, nicely furnished, and had everything we needed for a one month stay. The location was incredible and allowed us to visit many sights within Northern California.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay while enjoying the lakes!

We reserved Darby's home as a place to stay while my family was camping at Union Valley Reservoir. We typically stay at the campsite, but thought we'd enjoy having a bed and warm shower at the end of long days at the lake. This was the perfect spot! The home is clean and very comfortable, the backyard is perfect for relaxing with a morning coffee, and it was very easy to get in and out of the neighborhood to drive up to the lake each day. I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the house and would happily reserve it again - maybe next time to play in some snow!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

This house was perfect for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Great place for a getaway!

The house was wonderful! It was a great space to stay in for our weekend getaway with everything updated. The location was beautiful and relaxing but close to everything we needed. The owner was accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Wonderful Property for a Short Stay at Apple Hill

Darby's property was awesome. It is very clean and neat. She has a wonderful space and it was perfect to get to Apple Hill for the Day. The Drive to Apple Hill was 10 Minutes and we really enjoyed the house. She has a great outdoor space for sitting and enjoying a drink or hanging out inside. We loved the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

Spacious, clean, perfect

More than enough room for 6 adults, immaculate, bathrooms fit for a 5 star hotel and surrounded by towering pines. The back deck perfect for sitting outside and enjoying the day or night. When buying a house get the cheapest in the neighborhood, when vacationing get the nicest house in the neighborhood. This is the latter and a bargain. Highest recommendation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold F.

Darby has a fantastic home

truly enjoyed our stay at her home. Everything was fantastic and if we are in the area we will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Wonderful house in beautful area

spacious house, quite location, great access to Sly Park area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy G.

Quiet, relaxing house in the woods

We spent a few relaxing days but thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet of the house. The open layout and spacious rooms gave all 5 of us tons of room. We especially enjoyed breakfast on the back deck in the morning and the deer & turkeys in the backyard in the evening. The kitchen is large and well equipped for cooking. Great location for our time spent wine tasting and rafting nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Beautiful Vacation Home

Our family enjoyed our stay here for 3 nights in July. Darby's home is in a beautiful location surrounded by pine trees. The home is spacious, clean, and very comfortable. We brought along our kayaks and enjoyed exploring Jenkinson Lake. Next time we plan a getaway to this area we will definitely look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Great house in Pollock Pines

My wife and three grandchildren and I stayed at Darby‘s house for the week. There were a couple of housekeeping issues that had to be corrected at the start of our stay. Darby got right on it and corrected them right away. We hope to stay at Darby’s house again sometime in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alita D.

Very Nice Updated Home

Beautiful house! Great location to highway 50 and town. Darcy was great at communicating and making sure we had everything we needed. Our only advice is to be prepared if staying in the winter. House sits in a VERY steep hill with a very steep driveway. We had the misfortune of staying during an abnormal blizzard which made our stay a little more challenging but you can’t control the weather.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Darby Flynn

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Traveler and lover of adventure. Looking for new experiences, cultures, internal and external discoveries and meeting new people.

Educator, event manager, community supporter.

Why they chose this property

This is my family home that I grew up in and live in today. After a house fire in 2012 the house was completely rebuilt from the foundation up in 2014 and so everything is very new and nice (please help me keep it that way).

What makes this property unique

Very modern and new, open and airy with lots of natural light and beautiful private views while still being in a neighborhood and very close to conveniences and the freeway. The back deck is spacious, opening up to a lawn and then backing up to a forested greenbelt that is magical. This location really puts you in a beautiful spot close to many other beautiful places like Apple Hill, Lake Tahoe, and Amador County to name a few.

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