Great house overlooking the Sacramento River and private dock
About the property
- House1800 sqft
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps8
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay3 nights
Boat in or drive to 3 bedroom, 2 bath located on the Sacramento River
This renovated home is located on Long Island just off of Grand Island in the Sacramento River Delta. There are 3 queen bedrooms and 2 baths on two levels overlooking the river. In addition, there is a sleeper sofa for overflow for total sleeping space for 8. For the warm summer, an outdoor shower is privately located just under the main deck. Well behaved family pets are welcome, although the yard is not fenced. TV, satellite and wi-fi are available along with hundreds of VHS tapes and DVDs. The house has private docks both on the river and in back on the slough (or the dredge cut as it's known), so boat in or put the boat in the water at one of several nearby launch ramps. Fish off the docks or relax on the covered deck while watching the local skiers and fishermen work the water out front. Wood fire pit and comfortable outdoor furniture allows our guests to fully enjoy the weather at any time of year. There is an office set up in the lower bedroom, just in case you need to keep in touch while you're away.
Owner
Martha Pearson
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 15, 2018
About Martha Pearson
We bought this house as a fishing shack and to have a berth for our 32' Erickson sailboat and have remodeled extensively in the years since. In fact, we lived in this house while reworking the house next door --where we live today. We are boaters who enjoy all the Delta has to offer and this house puts you so close to the water, you'll never want to leave. At least that was our story and why we moved from Sacramento. We are also active private pilots and involved in Sacramento real estate.
Martha Pearson purchased this House in 1996
Why Martha Pearson chose Sacramento County
Life is just better on the water --and you can't get any closer than this. The view, the immediate access to the water activities we enjoyed were why we chose this place to call home. If you don't do anything but sit and enjoy the view of the river, you'll be entertained by the water skiers and island is quiet and charming with really nice neighbors. This kitchen in this house is a dream and stocked well with good quality appliances, dishes and cookware. If you're looking to cook up a few fancy meals while you're with us and wonder about specific items, just ask and we'll see what we can do to accommodate. We always stock the basics but include coffee, tea, spices, foil and plastic wrap as well. There is usually something edible in the yard --the Delta is known for it's lush abundance, and this property is no exception.
What makes this House unique
Being on the water with your own dock means that you can take a quick water ski run, or fish a little then relax a while only to do it again without the hassle of taking the boat in and out of the water. The Delta is beautiful and this location is convenient to the Grand Island Mansion, Delta Diamond Farm and the Ryde Hotel, all wonderful wedding venues. Isleton is about two miles and Walnut Grove about 10 miles. Delta fishing is awesome and this is great water for skiing -- right out front. From either of the two decks overlooking the water, the line between inside and out is deliberately blurred so you're encouraged to spend the days with the doors wide open to the great Delta weather. For cooler months, there is a cozy gas fireplace and heated floors to make things comfortable.
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Upstairs bedroom1 queen, direct access to the bath, its cozy and charming
- Main floor bedroom1 murphy bed, this room has a desk and chair and adjacent bath
- upstairs bedroom with deck1 queen, this room has private, outdoor deck, bath across hall
- All bedrooms have new comfy beds, luxurious linens and room darkening window coverings. In addition to 3 bedrooms, there is a comfortable queen hide-a-bed.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Main floor bathtoilet, combination tub/shower, jetted tub, Heated floors
- Outdoor bathoutdoor shower, Located on the ground floor under front deck
- Upper floor bathtoilet, shower, Full sized washer and dryer, heated floor and double vanity
- Two full baths and an outdoor shower. Full laundry located in upper floor bath. Both bathrooms have heated floors. Towels, soap and toilet paper are provided. Wall mounted hair dryers are located in both bathrooms.
Location Type
- Water ViewView of the Sacramento River
- WaterfrontThis house is on an island within the levy banks of the Sacramento River.
Theme
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Iron & Board
- Air ConditioningThe Delta is known for cooling breezes in the evening, but for the times that cooling is needed, there is an evaporative cooler. ceiling fans and two room air conditioners
- FireplaceGas fireplace is located in the den just off the living area
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingIn addition to the gas fireplace, there is also a gas wall furnace
- InternetHigh speed internet and wi-fi
- Clothes Dryer
- Linens ProvidedBed sheets, pillows and cases are provided
- Living Room
- ParkingOff street parking for up to four cars is available in driveway
- Telephonelocal and long distance calls allowed
- Towels ProvidedBath and kitchen towels for indoor use are provided as are beach towels for outdoor use
- Washing MachineLaundry soap for this front loading machine is proivided
Kitchen
- Coffee MakerCoffee, filters and tea are provided
- Dishes & UtensilsDishes and all cooking utensils are provided
- DishwasherQuiet Asko dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- KitchenGourmet kitchen with Wolf range and 36' oven. Butcher block counters and glass fronted cabinets
- MicrowaveHandy microwave adjacent to central cooking area
- Pantry ItemsGeneral selection of spices and basic cookling supplies are kept on hand along with foil and plastic wrap and paper towels
- RefrigeratorSis by side refrigerator and freezer with ice maker
- Stove36' Wolf range; center griddle
- Toaster
Dining
- DiningDining table with seating for six is adjacent to the kitchen island with additional seating for three
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 9 people
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- Music LibraryMusic channels are available through Dish Network
- Satellite / CableDish Network with premium channels
- TelevisionTwo televisions, one with DVD and VCR players
- Video LibraryNumerous movies in both VHS and DVD format
Outside
- BalconyThere is a private covered balcony off upstairs bedroom with the same great river view
- Deck / PatioCovered deck off the main living area contains seating for 6. It is wind and sun protected with a great river view
- Lawn / GardenPrivate yard space is located on the river side of the property and there is seating space on the opposite side of the property overlooking the dredge. Great view of beavers and fishing for catfish
- Outdoor GrillPropane grill, gas and cooking tools are provided
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Attractions
- recreation center
- restaurants
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Sports & Adventure Activities
- rafting
- cycling
- freshwater fishing
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- pier fishing
- fishing
- sailing
- swimming
- water skiing
- water tubing
- wind-surfing
Notes
- While the Delta is a relatively quiet and secluded area, this home is located in a neighborhood setting on a private island. There are approximately 30 homes, most of which are vacation homes. We strongly suggest all visitors bring appropriate life jackets and insist children wear them while outdoors. There is water everywhere and an accident due to inattention is a real risk.
95 Reviews
Latest reviews
Beautiful, peaceful stay
Thanks for the wonderful accommodations and personal touch on this house rental. The house was clean and had lots of room.
Home away from home
Beautiful and quiet spot on the river. Spacious and comfortable accommodations, fully equipped. Martha is one of the most nicest people you could ever meet. We’d stay here again in a heartbeat!
Although the weather was not cooperating, just staying inside and looking at the views through the opened spaced windows was relaxing.
Our home Away From Home
The River House shows itself as a true labor love as you open the front door and enter a warm and embracing environment of welcome. At the same time your eyes are taken to the balcony and the Sacramento River beyond. We have stayed there six times and each time it feels like going home. This River House is not to be missed. We give this place our strongest recommendation.
Beautiful setting, well appointed
Everything was great for our stay. The place was clean, quiet and comfortable and probably the best stocked of any rental house we've used. Having the owners next door was a bonus as they could provide anything we needed, which turned out to be no more than answering a couple of questions. We loved the neighborhood, I think it should be called Oak Island for the abundant large trees, and the neighbors we encountered were quite friendly.
We enjoyed the satellite TV as there were a lot of sports to be watched. The kitchen is well-designed with cookware and appliances that filled our needs. We spent a lot of time on the middle deck watching the boat traffic. The island is the perfect size for short walks.
There are a number of interesting things to do and see in the Isleton/Rio Vista/Walnut Grove areas.
Fishing off the dock on the Sacramento was a little difficult with the constant current and large wakes and the dock was a little unstable. The "cut" across the street was a better place to fish and a relaxing spot to hang out. Having the table and chairs situated in the shade by the roses was a nice touch. The fish didn't seem to like our bait but we caught a few small bass with lures.
All in all it was a wonderful stay. Thank you to the Pearsons for setting things up so well.
great river house
great river house to spend with close friends and family.
Fantastic place.
If you're staying on the delta and not staying here you are making a serious mistake. Best of everything the delta has to offer. Everything your heart desires is here. We'll be back again and again.
Location
Located in the heart of the Sacramento River Delta, this home is located on an island between the levy banks in the Sacramento River. It is an ideal spot for families to relax and enjoy all the outdoor water sports that are so enjoyable in the Delta. Relaxing days spent fishing, water skiing, swimming and floating are all waiting for you. We are located about 35 miles south of Sacramento, 32 miles northwest of Stockton and 32 miles east of Fairfield.Watch the sunset of the river from either of the two decks on the house.