Our 2600 sq foot house is a place to come rest and be refreshed. It is walking distance to Ducey's on the Lake Resort, and also a short walk to Pines Village, Pines Marina, and short a 15 minute drive to Oakhurst. The entrance to Yosemite is only 20 minutes away and Badger Pass ski resort is less than an hour. Our home sleeps 6-8 with two queen beds, one king and two bathrooms. There is a loft for the kids with a twin and an airbed as well. We also have a gameroom with a new pool table. The kitchen has everything you need. Enjoy our beautiful sitting area and dining table on our spacious deck amongst the trees where you can enjoy your meals, read, or bird watch. We also have a kitchenette downstairs where a young family can have a little privacy. We have decorated for beauty but being comfortable is the main priority. We also have a flat screen TV and WIFI so you can stay in touch.
Bass Lake Paradise. Close to Yosemite!
- House2600 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps8
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay3 - 4 nights
4 beds And two baths, beautiful deck, pool table, all the amenities you need.
Owner
Mark R.J. Carlson
- Response rate:
- 80%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- English
- Calendar last updated:
- Jun 17, 2018
About Mark R.J. Carlson
This house was our Dad's primary residence until his passing in 2008. My brother and I decided to remodel it and make it more up to date for our vacation renters. We have spent many days enjoying Bass Lake since we were very young. We have had made many great memories here and hope you will too! We have put a lot of love and care into this place so you may find rest from your busy lives while you are here. You can swim, boat, fish, hike, bike, and barbecue on the deck. When we stay, these are just some of the things we do!
Mark R.J. Carlson purchased this House in 1982
Why Mark R.J. Carlson chose Bass Lake
This property has been passed down from my father who loved the mountains...especially Bass Lake. The summer is a great time to rent but the Spring and Fall are even better! If you are looking to wind down from your busy life this is the place to stay.
What makes this House unique
Our home is in a very quiet little corner where virtually no cars drive by for days. Deer, squirrels, and raccoons frequently visit. The sound of birds chirping in the morning will be the only sound you will hear. Come in the Summer, Spring, or Fall for a complete quiet and a refreshing experience!
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Fireplace
- Heater
- Internet
- No Smoking
- Parking
- Pets Welcome
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Upstairs South1 queen
- Upstairs North1 queen
- Downstairs King1 king
- Loft1 twin/ single, Great for kids but comfortable enough for an adult.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Downstairs Bathroomtoilet, combination tub/shower
- Upstairs Bathroomtoilet, combination tub/shower
Location Type
- Lake ViewCan be viewed from the deck and living room.
Theme
- Family
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Tourist Attractions
- Adventure
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Fireplace
- Air ConditioningBrand New very efficient cooler system. Mostly not needed because of mountain coolness but a few weeks during summer.
- Linens ProvidedSheets and towels but please launder towels at end of week.
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Heating
- ParkingSpace for up to 3 cars only.
- InternetWIFI
- Towels ProvidedTowels are provided but we ask that you launder during the week and at the end. Thank you!
- Hair Dryer
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Coffee MakerExpresso machine!
- Toaster
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenA fully stocked kitchen with all the amenities.
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningSits 6-8
Entertainment
- TelevisionFlat Screen.
- Satellite / CableYes
- DVD PlayerYes
- GamesBoard games.
- Pool TableNo players under 12 years old unless adult supervised. Thank you!
Outside
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / PatioGreat for reading, breakfast or bird and deer watching.
- GolfRiver creek Golf Course is only 20 minutes away! An excellent track.
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- marina
- playground
- live theater
- restaurants
- health/beauty spa
- festivals
Leisure Activities
- sight seeing
- walking
- antiquing
- bird watching
- gambling casinos
- paddle boating
- horseback riding
- scenic drives
- boating
- horseshoes
- shopping
- wildlife viewing
- photography
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- freshwater fishing
- swimming
- fishing
- golf
- water skiing
- mountain biking
- fly fishing
- cycling
- hiking
- jet skiing
- mountain climbing
- kayaking
- rock climbing
- snowboarding
- snowmobiling
Notes
- Check in is 4:00 pm and check out 11:00 am.
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
22 Reviews
Awesome home and great location!
The pictures do not do this place justice, it’s beautifully decorated inside and out! It was quiet and comfortable. It had more than enough space for 3 adults and 1 teenager to spread out and not get on each other’s nerves! It had all the comforts of being at home and all the kitchen/tv tech devices were like new items and user friendly. Also it’s located in a little resort area called the The Pines which had a market, gas, post office, bar, restaurant, and a couple of shops which was great! Also if you’re old enough to know the movie, The Great Outdoors (John Candy & Dan Aykroyd) was filmed right there on Bass Lake and at The Pines - we watched it while at the house and we recognized the market and the whole “fake” town was the resort LOL! We had a great time, highly recommend this place!
Bass Lake
Our get away Bass Lake vacation home was perfect with lots of room for add'l friends and family.
The only draw back was the King suite did not have any type of AC / air flow, without leaving the sliding glass door open. it would be very warm and uncomfortable to sleep. We brought our own fans which made it possible to sleep without any issues.
In response to this comment regarding cooling, we have added air conditioning to the lower suite. In the past this room remained very cool in summer but because it seems to be getting warmer we decided to add this feature.
Warm Regards, (No pun intended)
Mark
Tranquility!
Very clean. Nice size. Great deck. Very clean!
This was a very spacious, clean, and comfortable house!
This was a fantastic stay. My family of 4 used this house to meet up with my mom and my inlaws. It fit all 7 of us comfortably. The lake was fun and driving into Yosemite was amazing!
Amazing Rental...Pictures Don't Do It Justice...
First off, Mark was wonderful from the day I booked his home to the day we left and beyond. His home is beautiful & was absolutely perfect for our stay (pictures definitely don't do it justice). The home is clean and well maintained with ample space. We especially enjoyed the game room. We had a slight mishap during our stay with space heaters & the breakers, but Mark was extremely helpful and called right away to help fix the problem and make sure it was taken care of. Would absolutely stay here again! Thanks so much!
Great stay but huge issue
We rented this property October 6-10th. We had a wonderful stay but we had a major issue. First the positives, great location and clean. The porch is surrounded by trees and has a small charcoal grill and a table with a fire pit that we enjoyed very much. House is in walking distance to the lake and Pines Resort, and is about a 30 minute drive to Yosemite entrance. We were there for the half marathon and the shuttle pickup was very close.
There is a separate living area that has a bedroom, kitchenette, and a bathroom. It does not have central heating or air conditioning but there are a couple of electric heaters. The second night we were there the downstairs bathroom flooded with raw sewage that overflowed from the toilet onto the floor, flowed into the carpet, and almost filled the bathtub. It even shot out of the kitchenette sink all over the countertop and floor. This was after someone showered and luckily heard the toilet bubbling and was able to get out before being contaminated.
We ended up all staying upstairs in 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom which was not horrible since there were only 6 of us. The owner, Mark, did refund a portion of the rent but I was more concerned about the cleanup. No one ever came out to start the cleanup process so the downstairs remained with sewage for a minimum of 3 days. I truly hope a professional service was used and the carpet was replaced because this was not a job for a maid.
What happened in the bathroom downstairs was most unfortunate.This was a Madera County plumbing issue. It has since been resolved as the drain at the street was plugged up. I refunded $350.00 plus the deposit $600.00 total. I did try to get someone up there that day and the next without success. I would have come myself but had just had surgery (bad timing) and my wife was working a 12 hr shift. The room in question was a separate room downstairs so their wasn't any health danger. As I mentioned Madera County did fix the issue and I had it professionally cleaned. The bathroom was out of commission for two days. I'm again very sorry for your experience.
Location
Our 2600 sq ft home is very comfortable with all the amenities. It is walking distance to the lake and the Bass Lake Pines Village where you will find restaurants, shops, and the Pines Grocery Store. Also within walking distance is the beach and Ducey's restaurant, the Pines Resort and more.