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A beautiful home on 4 acres - 8 minutes to New Melones Lake!

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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A beautiful home on 4 acres - 8 minutes to New Melones Lake!

We invite you to stay at our own family retreat. It is the perfect place for friends and family to gather!

This beautiful home sits on 4 acres. Recently built and thoughtfully decorated, it has a wrap around porch, and abundant windows. You’ll enjoy many lovely views of nature.

There is ample parking on the property, for vehicles, boats, etc.

If you want to do more than enjoy peace and relaxation, our house is a jumping off point for endless and varied activities. These are a just a few:

New Melones Lake (8 minutes away) The Lake has numerous recreational opportunities; boat launch ramps; hiking, biking and equestrian trails; a visitor center and museum; and abundant water-based recreation.

Columbia State Historic Park (10 minutes away)

Historic gold rush towns of Sonora, Columbia, and Angels Camp (all within a 10 minute radius of our house)

Pinecrest Lake (less than 50 minutes away) great for hiking, rafting, fishing, golfing, wine tasting or antiquing.

Dodge Ridge ski resort (less than 55 minutes away)
Bear Valley ski resort (1 hour 13 min)

Ironstone Vineyards (28 minutes) A premier destination winery; an amphitheater featuring

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 12:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1326960vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sonora

Sonora is home to this holiday home. Gianelli Vineyards and Regal Sonora are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Railtown 1897 State Historic Park and Me-Wuk Cultural Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ironstone Amphitheatre, or consider a night out at Sonora Opera Hall. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Sonora, CA

What's nearby

  • New Melones Lake - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Gianelli Vineyards - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Frosty - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lunch Box - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mandy's Breakfast House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frosty - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful home on 4 acres - 8 minutes to New Melones Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A beautiful home on 4 acres - 8 minutes to New Melones Lake! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful home on 4 acres - 8 minutes to New Melones Lake! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful home on 4 acres - 8 minutes to New Melones Lake! ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A beautiful home on 4 acres - 8 minutes to New Melones Lake! located?

Situated in Sonora, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from New Melones Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Columbia State Historic Park and Columbia Museum. Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House and Gianelli Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

Tammy D.

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

Beautiful home

This was our second year we booked for Labor Day and I’m sure it won’t be our last!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor T.

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

Wonderful Weekend

Our family had a wonderful time during our stay in the Sonora area. The home was beautifully decorated, spacious and comfortable. We really enjoyed the views of wildlife through the numerous windows. We plan to return sometime in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derik K.

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

Cozy

Cozy and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

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

Great Place

Had a great time with the family at this home! Home is REALLY stocked with everything you need. Clean, comfortable, close to downtown, Murphy's, and a nearby New Melones boat launch. Will be back again! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

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

Beautiful home

Perfect location to New Malones. House is beautiful and clean. Thank you, Tammy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Warm and Comfortable Stay

This beautiful home was the perfect place to spend family time together. The kitchen was well appointed with everything you would need to cook up a nice meal. The furnishings and beds were super comfortable. We enjoyed the cozy fireplace and games as well. It’s conveniently located near Sonora, Columbia, Murphys, and Lake Melones. The grounds are beautiful with lots of wildlife around. I really could not have imagined a better place for our special family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice Y.

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

A wonderful getaway in a beautiful home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. We stayed between Christmas and New Year’s and it was an awesome location to enjoy time with family (3 generations) away from all the distractions. The living room is spacious and bright, with large windows that frame nice views of the surrounding area. The kitchen is well-equipped with modern appliances and ample counter space, making it a pleasure to prepare meals.The house was clean and comfortable, and we appreciated the many amenities provided, including towels, linens. The location was also convenient, with easy access to nearby attractions. Safeway and Walmart are only 15 minutes away. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

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

Great for friends & family!

This was our first time staying at this property and will be coming back again! Highlights: -House very clean and cared for -Ample parking for multiple vehicles and boat trailers -Everything as advertised in description -House being a little off the beaten path meant silent nights and sounds of nature at sunrise and sunset. -We had cool warm weather and the A/C kept up very well in both floors and all rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bevin S.

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

Lovely home

Beautiful house, well stocked, clean, it was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo M.

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

Relaxing holiday

Thank you for letting us stay in your house. Beautiful home and great location to relax. We would stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wes K.

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

Beautiful country living

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your amazing home. Every morning deer, turkey & quail we’re out showing us how welcoming your home truly is.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac W.

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

Luxury vacation get-away to the country side...

This is the perfect vacation get-away if you're looking to get a feel of the old California countryside with tons of hiking, boating and other outdoor adventures all located nearby. The home is maintained in immaculate and new condition, with tons of space on a large pastoral property in the foothills near Yosemite and Stanislaus National Forest. This was our second stay at this property -- two years in a row, and we enjoyed it just as much the second time. The owners are great to work with, too! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

Christmas Memories Made!

Our multi-generational family thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful home over the Christmas break! From the moment we arrived to our departure, the house felt like home. The bedrooms were beautifully decorated and there was plenty of comfortable bedding provided. The kitchen had plenty of space to cook our Christmas dinner and all the pots, pans, etc... were provided. The porches were a wonderful place to relax and read and the beautiful views framed by the windows in the house made us feel like we were in the middle of nowhere. The entire family had space to spread out as well as spend time together in the family room putting together puzzles, playing games, opening presents, and reading. The location could not have been better! We visited all the local towns (Murphy, Angel Camp, Sonora and Jamestown) and spent time fishing at New Melones Lake. The house was more than we expected and we spent the last day figuring out when we could all come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

A beautiful home that comes just as advertised!

We’ve had a lot of different opportunities to rent through VRBO and this was one of the nicest and most well-appointed homes we’ve stayed in. The photos of the furnishings are not staged and you will find the home exactly as it’s been depicted on the VRBO site. 3 very comfortable bedrooms and a great room that easily fit the 6 adults and two infant grandchildren that spent the Christmas holiday together. The kitchen was fabulous and contained all the cookware you could ever want, from a simple meal to a gourmet feast. The property is rural, but the home feels anything but… except that you really do get to enjoy cows grazing just outside the dining room windows. It was a real treat for the grand kids to get to see up close and not a bother for the older folks at all. Lots to explore within minutes of the home, including a restored mining town in nearby Columbia State Park, as well as the town of Sonora with it’s easy to walk “downtown.” One note for future travelers is that while the home does in fact have a TV, it does not have cable service, so you’re limited to using the TV more as a monitor for a laptop than an actual TV. The home does offer wireless Internet service though so in today’s world you can likely just stream whatever show it was you wanted to watch anyway. (That said, it was kind of nice not to have a TV on in the background and I’d say the lack of cable TV went largely un-noticed.) It was quite chilly while we were there, dropping into the 20’s in the morning, but with two different temperature zones controlled by their own thermostats, one upstairs and one downstairs, it was always quite comfortable inside. I’d assume the same would be true for the summer months, as central air conditioning is available as well Definitely a home we’d stay in again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

k k.

Beautiful Home

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We made use of all the bedrooms and used the well thought out kitchen for our meals. Very nicely decorated and comfortable furnishings. We sat on the porch swing and enjoyed morning coffee, and used the BBQ for dinner. Lots of games and books to entertain. It was a warm weekend but the house was always comfortable, upstairs bedrooms were separately controlled. Lots of cool towns to explore nearby. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

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