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Heart of Shasta Lake City

Family-friendly vacation home in Shasta Lake with a water park

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Front of house
Living room
Living room
Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shasta Lake, CA
  • Place, Oasis Fun Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Shasta Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Redding, CA (RDD-Redding Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Heart of Shasta Lake City

Located in the heart of Shasta Lake City, this unique 2 bedroom 2 bathroom family-friendly home will lift your spirits. Close to many local restaurants, grocery stores, and the community's favorite coffee house. Home is 1.5 miles off the I-5, less than 5 miles to Shasta Dam and easy access to Lake Shasta.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Limit 2 small dogs or 1 medium size dog with written approval. No cats or other animals Quiet hours 10pm-8am
Please run dishwasher upon checkout. If stayed longer than 3 dys please start a load of towels to help expidite the turn-over process for our cleaners
Please notify if us if something breaks so we can make it right before the next guests check in. $30 late checkout fee $100 fee for smoking in 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Shasta Lake

Located in Shasta Lake, this vacation home is in the city center. Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area - Shasta Unit reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Oasis Fun Center and Waterworks Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Shasta Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Oasis Fun Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area - Shasta Unit - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Shasta Lake - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Waterworks Park - 7 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Redding Station - 11 min drive
  • Redding, CA (RDD-Redding Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Old Mill Eatery & Smokehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Zarape - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of Shasta Lake City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Heart of Shasta Lake City?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart of Shasta Lake City on Dec 28, 2025 start from $260.18, 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 Heart of Shasta Lake City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of Shasta Lake City?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of Shasta Lake City located?

Set in the center of Shasta Lake, this family-friendly vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Oasis Fun Center, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area - Shasta Unit. Sacramento Rail Trail and Sacramento River are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cole T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway. This house is beautiful, tidy, and features all the right amenities for comfort and convenience. We felt right at home. Five stars!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean quiet & easy access
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a quick stop for us, but it was a nice home for our family to get some rest at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, modern, spacious, functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaid R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You can tell the property owners put a lot of love into this house. Everything far exceeded our expectations. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryol F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I don't have any pets.It was me and my daughter.The place has pictures of shasta.Dam that are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!!! Very clean, easy check in and out. Thanks for the snacks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUNE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Nice yard. Helpful owner. House was as described.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Another great Stay!

This property is perfectly situated in town and has been renovated in high style and class. You feel at home as soon as you open the door and the hosts are great communicators!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustav

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super Clean and thoughtfully stocked with everything you might need. Beds were very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis M.

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

Great overnight stay

Convenient location, beautiful home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally clean and fully equipped with everything we could need for our stay, this was one of the best VRBOs we've stayed at. The bedrooms were large and spacious, with extra supplies of sheets & blankets (which we used). The double-bathrooms was great too. Kitchen was fully stocked - we could find everything easily. Check-in & check-out instructions were easy to follow. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Amenities
Clean well decorated great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Redding Marathon Getaway

The home and property were even better than the pics. Very clean with attention to every detail and our hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

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

Excellent!

Beautiful, comfortable, good location. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

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

Visit to Lassen

Very nice VRBO. Exactly as described. Backyard was lovely, especially with the covered sitting area.Location was good for access to Lassen. Downtown Redding a short drive away.Shasta Lake City doesn't have a lot of amenities, but a grocery store is close for stocking up on supplies
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie A.

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

Shasta Spring Break

We couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay. It was the perfect location to many outdoor activities. The home itself was cozy and had all the amenities we needed. Wish we could’ve stayed longer. Will definitely be back to do more exploring!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Great stop for our road trip!

The property is amazing! Very convenient, very safe and comfortable. I would highly recommend this house to anyone, very suitable for a family and it has all the things you’d need to have a nice stay. Thank you for letting me and my dad use your property for the night!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

marilyn h.

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

Great get away

This property is exceptionally clean, nicely furnished, and comfortable. the host was very responsive, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Izzy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing

It was nice we appreciated all the amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanon O.

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

Christmas vacation

A wonderful property conveniently located! We were able to visit our family with a less than 7 minute drive. The house was well-appointed and had everything we needed. We highly recommend staying here! Had a fabulous Christmas vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayclyn D.

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

Home away from home

I grew up in this area and came to visit family. We needed a place to stay and this home provided just that. We had such a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

We loved it

Gorgeous property. The host was very responsive and accommodating. We would definitely stay here again in the future when visiting our family in Redding.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don and Darlene H.

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

Shasta Lake Fishing Trip

property is in new condition and very clean. We have stayed there twice and would stay there again on our next fishing trip next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Back again!

Best place in town!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Diane

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My wife and I moved to Northern California over 27 years ago to raise our young family and have loved being a part of this community. After working many years for Shasta County, I ventured out on my own and have been self-employed since 2006. Diane has been an RN for 34 years and works at the local hospital. The Redding area has provided endless opportunity and adventure. We love lake days, camping, fishing, hiking, kayaking and traveling to new areas around the United States.

Why they chose this property

Located in the heart of Shasta Lake City, this unique 2 bedroom, 2 bath family-friendly home will lift your spirits. Furnishings and decor are warm and welcoming with historic photographs that will take you back to the local area's beginnings, and tell the story of dedication and sacrifice of those who came before us. The Master suite has a King bed and private en-suite bathroom. Second bedroom includes two twin beds, and a queen air mattress is available for use as well. Our goal is to provide our guests with an inviting, clean, and comfortable space, creating a stay that is as relaxing as possible. This home is close to many local restaurants, grocery stores, and the community's favorite coffee house. The home is located only 1.5 miles off the I-5, less than 5 miles to Shasta Dam and easy access to Lake Shasta.

What makes this property unique

Whether wanting a central location to see family/friends, short stays traveling across California, or wanting endless recreational activities ie: Lake Shasta, Shasta Caverns, Whiskeytown Lake, Sundial bridge, Sacramento River Trail, biking, boating, hiking or fishing, local shows or conferences, our beautiful home will provide the perfect place to stay.

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