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Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin

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A wooden deck with chairs and tables, surrounded by trees.
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by tall trees.
A cozy wooden cabin interior with a sofa, a lamp, and a bench.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.
A covered carport with a sign reading "The Columbo's" and a black truck parked inside.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Twain Harte Miniature Golf
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Twain Harte, CA
  • Place, Twain Harte Miniature Golf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Twain Harte Golf Course
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Twain Harte Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Loft

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin

Please come and enjoy Pondering Pines Cabin in historic Twain Harte, California, only 2.5 hours from the Bay Area.
Our cabin is one of the original cabins built in 1937.
Our peaceful redwood cabin shares the property with two giant Ponderosa Pine trees. We are located on one of the most beautiful and quiet streets in Twain Harte, just a few blocks away from downtown shops , pee wee golf and restaurants.
The neighboring cabins are only used by the owners which keeps our area very quiet. There is one VRBO cabin right across the street that would work great for extra family members.If you are interested I can give you the VRBO number.
Our cabin also has lots of space between the other cabins and only 3 cabins are located behind ours and they are on a private road! Plenty of room for kids to safely run around!
Pondering Pines Cabin sleeps 8 with 2 bedrooms, a sleeping loft that serves as a third bedroom and two full bathrooms. The upstairs bedroom has a queen and a twin bed. The downstairs bedroom has a queen and twin bed also. The loft has two twins and one full bathroom upstairs and one downstairs as well.

Many Californians know Twain Harte as an excellent vacation destination for families. Some of our renters are third generation Twain Harte vacationers! Pondering Pines Cabin also features lake membership. Great memories can be made spending sunny days on the beach at Twain Harte Lake. Twain Harte Lake is a large swimming lake with fishing, diving boards and water slides. There is a full snack bar that serves everything from burgers and fries to snow cones and ice cream! http://www.thlake.org Winter days can be spent at Dodge Ridge Ski Resort just a ways up the highway.https://www.dodgeridge.com

WE HAVE FULL TIME NEIGHBORS NO LARGE GATHERINGS OR PARTIES
COMPLAINTS FROM NEIGHBORS WILL FORFEIT YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT AND RESULT IN A NEGATIVE REVIEW FOR YOU.
THANK YOU!



Check-in for weekly rental is 4 pm on Saturday and check-out is 11AM on the following Saturday but can also run mid week to mid week.

Pondering Pines thanks you! Summer reservations at this cabin go quickly!

FULL REFUND 100% up to the day before check-in minus VRBO fee's

10% DISCOUNT FOR RETURN RENTERS FOR 3 OR MORE NIGHTS

Full week discounted rates

Keywords: Cabin / Lake Membership/ NO PETS

WHEN CHOOSING DATES PLEASE DO NOT CHOOSE ANY HALF SHADED DAYS TO CHECK IN OR OUT.
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 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
YES Note/no bathtub
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Events

No events allowed
None/no large gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO HOSTING LARGE MULTI FAMILY DINNERS
HONOR THE NOISE POLICY QUIET TIME 11PM TIL 8AM Full time neighbors appreciate this. Security deposit can be withheld for noise complaints.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 191761
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
Note from host: None/no large gatherings
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 fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Twain Harte

Located in Twain Harte, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brentwood Lake and Twain Harte Lake, while Sierra Repertory Theater and Sonora Opera Hall are cultural highlights. Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Mother Lode Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding.
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Twain Harte, CA

What's nearby

  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Twain Harte Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Twain Harte Lake - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Brentwood Lake - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 16 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jumping Coyote Espresso - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Charlie - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Alicia's Sugar Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Rock of Twain Harte - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Day-O Espresso 3 - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin on Aug 21, 2026 start from $286, 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 Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pondering Pines Cabin/Quiet/Lake Membership/Walk to town/Original 1937 Cabin located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Twain Harte Golf Course. Twain Harte Lake and Brentwood Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Robert Colombo

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Hello to all new and returning renters of Pondering Pines Cabin ! We are the Colombo family ! Robert , Susan , Nicole , Tyler and Dominic Colombo. We are the new owners of the Pondering Pines Cabin! We live in Petaluma Ca. I've worked as a garbageman for the last 40 years in San Francisco and my wife is a stay at home mom. We look forward to your stay. We will try to make your visit a great experience !!

Why they chose this property

My family has been vacationing in Twain Harte for about 15 years now. We were looking for a vacation place that had everything. Twain Harte is that place. Twain Harte offers a beautiful swimming and fishing only lake , restaurants within walking distance, Pee Wee golf, hiking trails , golf course and movies in the park only a few hours from the bay area. Snow skiing and much more. Its been a long time dream of mine to own my own vacation place in the mountains. With the support of my wife we were able to make it work. With the support of our great renters we are able to continue!

What makes this property unique

Our cabin is located on a very quiet street yet its within walking distance to restaurants , pee wee golf and your morning coffee and fresh baked scone! Its has a large deck and sits on about 1/4 of an acre.We spend every morning having coffee on the deck and every evening bbqing and enjoying our great view as the sun sets.
Deer can often be seen coming up from the creek down the hill behind the cabin.The creek is too far to hike to. Sorry kids :) On the nights we get back too late from the lake or playing in the snow we often walk to town for a bite at one of the local restaurants. 'The Rock' is very popular!The cabin was built in 1937 but has all the comforts of home. YES! It has central heat !!! We love Twain Harte and we love our cabin. I know you will too. NO PETS ALLOWED

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