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Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte!
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8111.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bunk Room
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Half Bath in Bunk Room
Toilet
Hall Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte!
We hope you enjoy your stay in our mountain home.
Your stay will be in our rustic, relaxing cabin with an unconventional layout. Dandelion’s Lair features 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms. There is a fully equipped kitchen, with plates, silverware, pots, pans and everything you need to make a homemade meal. The Dining table seats 6 with a view of the front deck. The Living Room features a comfy reading chair and two large couches for maximum seating. A game table provides an area for family fun - along with a bookshelf of games. (During Christmas, we decorate with a tree, wreath and stockings.)
We regularly use our vacation home and love sharing it with others when we are not using it. We hope you love it as much as we do.
SOME IMPORTANT ITEMS AND INSTRUCTIONS:
RULES & REGULATIONS: See Attached Document
TV/DVD: There is a DVD player - feel free to bring your own DVD's to enjoy a night in! There is WI-FI, basic cable and a Smart TV to login to your favorite streaming accounts.
FIREPLACE/WOOD BURNING STOVE: Please buy your own wood to burn, we do not provide it. Please be careful with fire.
FURNACE: Heat is provided by a forced air gas furnace powered by propane.
CAMPFIRES: We do NOT allow any Campfires on the property, EVER, due to wildland fire danger.
AIR CONDITIONING UNIT: It’s located in the front by the driveway. Please make sure the cover is removed before turning it on inside the house.
HOT WATER HEATER: Located in the kitchen. Please keep it in between “A” and “B” if you have young children, up to “C” if it’s only adults, while you are there. When you leave, turn the dial to the lower setting.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Located outside on the south-east side. If outlets stop working, check the breaker box after removing and turning off the offending appliance. Flip the tripped breaker and “clear” it by switching it all the way off to all the way on. There are power failures, in a forest, when a tree falls, it not only makes a sound, it takes out power lines. In a big winter storm, this can happen multiple times on the same line.
WATER: It’s on for you!
BBQ: There is a propane BBQ grill for your use on the deck off the dining room. Check the propane tank; turn on the tank, and then light. Please clean and cover the BBQ after it cools down. There is also a charcoal grill as well, you must provide your own briquettes. Please do not light the deck on fire.
SHEETS AND TOWELS: are provided, but you may also bring your own. As mentioned, there is 1 queen sized bed, 2 full sized beds, 2 twin beds. Please wash and dry one load of used sheets or towels before you leave. All other used linens may be placed on the floor in front of the washer. You may leave a load drying in the dyer if you do not have enough time to finish. (Unless very soiled, comforters and blankets do not need to be placed in front of the washer - we wash these regularly offsite, as our machine cannot handle the large load.)
NEIGHBORS: they are all friendly, nice people. Please say 'Hello' and be considerate.
THE DRIVEWAY is narrow, needing ALL WHEEL DRIVE to make it up in WINTER. In winter, it's an icy slide of doom for any 2 wheel drive vehicle. We are not responsible for any injuries or damage you do with a 2 wheel drive car. ALL WHEEL DRIVE OR 4 Wheel Drive is recommended and required in WINTER. AWD not required in other seasons. We are at 3700 foot elevation, which is roughly the snow line for colder winter storms.
GARBAGE: we have garbage and recycling pickups on Mondays.
3 bedroom, 2.5 bath cabin with Twain Harte Lake Membership Privileges!
Classic Twain Harte Cabin. Lots of Knotty Pine in this rustic home. 2 blocks from down town Twain Harte so it is just a short walk. ACTIVE LAKE MEMBERSHIP so bring the family and friends and enjoy Twain Harte Lake especially during the summer. Lots of room inside the bedrooms of this 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath cabin. One of the bathrooms has a skylight in the shower! Yard is fenced for the small ones, either kids or dogs. Parking for 2-3 cars. Open kitchen and dining. 40 minute drive to Dodge Ridge and Lake Pinecrest or up the hill to Kennedy Meadows for hiking and fishing. Two hours to Yosemite for a day trip for 20 minutes to Sonora for movies and fun shopping.
Come visit Dandelion's Lair, a cabin all on one level, steps in between living room and kitchen and primary suite, with pine and oak trees filtering the light! The bedrooms have a queen in the primary, a bunk bed with a full on bottom and a twin mattress on top in the bunk room, and a 3rd bedroom with a full sized bed and twin!
Activities include the following:
Twain Harte Lake Access between Memorial Weekend and Labor Day weekend in Summer. Welcome to Twain Harte Lake, a little slice of paradise in the heart of the Sierras. Created through construction of a dam in 1928, this private, membership lake provides 40 acres of unlimited fun and enjoyment. Many family cabins, built in the early years, are still owned by descendants of the original owners bringing a remarkable sense of history to the daily life of this community.
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the Lake is enjoyed by lake members, their families and guests, along with those who rent the cabins owned by Lake Members. You will be captivated by the crystal clear lake, and starry night skies, and all that the community of Twain Harte has to offer.
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, Black Oak Casino, Pinecrest Lake Resort, Horse Back Riding, Aspen Meadow Pack Station, Kennedy Meadows,
Cave Tours, Mercer Caverns , California Cavern, Moaning Caverns, The Great Outdoors, Yosemite National Park, Stanislaus National Forest,
Other Activities
• Pinecrest Lake, a great place for boating
•Hiking
•Skiing
•Snow boarding
•Cross-country Skiing(Around Summit Ranger District
•Snow Play( Contact Summit or Miwuk Rangers Stations)
•Snow Mobiles(Around Summit Ranger District)
•Historic Trolley 49 service
•Take a tour at Iron Station Vineyards
We require a 3 night minimum booking for Holiday Weekends, Such as, but not limited to: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
Your stay will be in our rustic, relaxing cabin with an unconventional layout. Dandelion’s Lair features 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms. There is a fully equipped kitchen, with plates, silverware, pots, pans and everything you need to make a homemade meal. The Dining table seats 6 with a view of the front deck. The Living Room features a comfy reading chair and two large couches for maximum seating. A game table provides an area for family fun - along with a bookshelf of games. (During Christmas, we decorate with a tree, wreath and stockings.)
We regularly use our vacation home and love sharing it with others when we are not using it. We hope you love it as much as we do.
SOME IMPORTANT ITEMS AND INSTRUCTIONS:
RULES & REGULATIONS: See Attached Document
TV/DVD: There is a DVD player - feel free to bring your own DVD's to enjoy a night in! There is WI-FI, basic cable and a Smart TV to login to your favorite streaming accounts.
FIREPLACE/WOOD BURNING STOVE: Please buy your own wood to burn, we do not provide it. Please be careful with fire.
FURNACE: Heat is provided by a forced air gas furnace powered by propane.
CAMPFIRES: We do NOT allow any Campfires on the property, EVER, due to wildland fire danger.
AIR CONDITIONING UNIT: It’s located in the front by the driveway. Please make sure the cover is removed before turning it on inside the house.
HOT WATER HEATER: Located in the kitchen. Please keep it in between “A” and “B” if you have young children, up to “C” if it’s only adults, while you are there. When you leave, turn the dial to the lower setting.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Located outside on the south-east side. If outlets stop working, check the breaker box after removing and turning off the offending appliance. Flip the tripped breaker and “clear” it by switching it all the way off to all the way on. There are power failures, in a forest, when a tree falls, it not only makes a sound, it takes out power lines. In a big winter storm, this can happen multiple times on the same line.
WATER: It’s on for you!
BBQ: There is a propane BBQ grill for your use on the deck off the dining room. Check the propane tank; turn on the tank, and then light. Please clean and cover the BBQ after it cools down. There is also a charcoal grill as well, you must provide your own briquettes. Please do not light the deck on fire.
SHEETS AND TOWELS: are provided, but you may also bring your own. As mentioned, there is 1 queen sized bed, 2 full sized beds, 2 twin beds. Please wash and dry one load of used sheets or towels before you leave. All other used linens may be placed on the floor in front of the washer. You may leave a load drying in the dyer if you do not have enough time to finish. (Unless very soiled, comforters and blankets do not need to be placed in front of the washer - we wash these regularly offsite, as our machine cannot handle the large load.)
NEIGHBORS: they are all friendly, nice people. Please say 'Hello' and be considerate.
THE DRIVEWAY is narrow, needing ALL WHEEL DRIVE to make it up in WINTER. In winter, it's an icy slide of doom for any 2 wheel drive vehicle. We are not responsible for any injuries or damage you do with a 2 wheel drive car. ALL WHEEL DRIVE OR 4 Wheel Drive is recommended and required in WINTER. AWD not required in other seasons. We are at 3700 foot elevation, which is roughly the snow line for colder winter storms.
GARBAGE: we have garbage and recycling pickups on Mondays.
3 bedroom, 2.5 bath cabin with Twain Harte Lake Membership Privileges!
Classic Twain Harte Cabin. Lots of Knotty Pine in this rustic home. 2 blocks from down town Twain Harte so it is just a short walk. ACTIVE LAKE MEMBERSHIP so bring the family and friends and enjoy Twain Harte Lake especially during the summer. Lots of room inside the bedrooms of this 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath cabin. One of the bathrooms has a skylight in the shower! Yard is fenced for the small ones, either kids or dogs. Parking for 2-3 cars. Open kitchen and dining. 40 minute drive to Dodge Ridge and Lake Pinecrest or up the hill to Kennedy Meadows for hiking and fishing. Two hours to Yosemite for a day trip for 20 minutes to Sonora for movies and fun shopping.
Come visit Dandelion's Lair, a cabin all on one level, steps in between living room and kitchen and primary suite, with pine and oak trees filtering the light! The bedrooms have a queen in the primary, a bunk bed with a full on bottom and a twin mattress on top in the bunk room, and a 3rd bedroom with a full sized bed and twin!
Activities include the following:
Twain Harte Lake Access between Memorial Weekend and Labor Day weekend in Summer. Welcome to Twain Harte Lake, a little slice of paradise in the heart of the Sierras. Created through construction of a dam in 1928, this private, membership lake provides 40 acres of unlimited fun and enjoyment. Many family cabins, built in the early years, are still owned by descendants of the original owners bringing a remarkable sense of history to the daily life of this community.
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the Lake is enjoyed by lake members, their families and guests, along with those who rent the cabins owned by Lake Members. You will be captivated by the crystal clear lake, and starry night skies, and all that the community of Twain Harte has to offer.
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, Black Oak Casino, Pinecrest Lake Resort, Horse Back Riding, Aspen Meadow Pack Station, Kennedy Meadows,
Cave Tours, Mercer Caverns , California Cavern, Moaning Caverns, The Great Outdoors, Yosemite National Park, Stanislaus National Forest,
Other Activities
• Pinecrest Lake, a great place for boating
•Hiking
•Skiing
•Snow boarding
•Cross-country Skiing(Around Summit Ranger District
•Snow Play( Contact Summit or Miwuk Rangers Stations)
•Snow Mobiles(Around Summit Ranger District)
•Historic Trolley 49 service
•Take a tour at Iron Station Vineyards
We require a 3 night minimum booking for Holiday Weekends, Such as, but not limited to: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Check in after 4:00 PM
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Check out before 11:00 AM
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No events allowed
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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
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About the area
Twain Harte
Located in Twain Harte, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Twain Harte Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing, wildlife walks and swimming.

Twain Harte, CA
What's nearby
- Twain Harte Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Twain Harte Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Brentwood Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Black Oak Casino - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- The Charlie - 13 min drive
- Willow Creek Lounge - 13 min drive
- Papa's New Roost - 8 min drive
- Pizza Factory - 18 min walk
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Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
5 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
3 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kayla F.
4 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway for family with small kids and pets!
Kayla F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Steve Dad B.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet home away from home
Steve Dad B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alicia S.
2 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Alicia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julia S.
26 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julia S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Heidi
15 July 2025
Liked: Amenities, communication
Heidi
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joe C.
25 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan N.
3 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as always!
Ryan N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian C.
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Stay
Brian C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan G.
10 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Megan G.
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
victoria d.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday get away!
victoria d.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jen C.
26 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very big quaint cottage
Jen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
11 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great birthday getaway!!
Sarah P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rey M.
16 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Rey M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather E.
7 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Heather E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandy M.
28 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Sandy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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8/10 Good
barbara h.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Travels with David
barbara h.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Michele K.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Michele K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mike O.
4 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twain harte family trip
Mike O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Scott P.
13 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Stay
Scott P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stuart R.
27 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic weekend with the grandkids for their first visit to the snow
Stuart R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denise B.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient, well stocked cabin.
Denise B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
14 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect 7th anniversary
Robert M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karina R.
20 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin, great location
Karina R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Mike Smith
Been camping and skiing in the Sierras my whole life.
Why they chose this property
This cabin has Twain Harte Lake access, which gives guests the option to play on a sandy beach at a private lake. While in the Sierras. Twain Harte is only 2.5 hours from the Bay Area, and it's 25-30 minutes to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. Great place to relax.
What makes this property unique
Twain Harte Lake
Welcome to Twain Harte Lake, a little slice of paradise in the heart of the Sierras. Created through construction of a dam in 1928, this private, membership lake provides 40 acres of unlimited fun and enjoyment. Many family cabins, built in the early years, are still owned by descendants of the original owners bringing a remarkable sense of history to the daily life of this community.
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the Lake is enjoyed by lake members, their families and guests, along with those who rent the cabins owned by Lake Members. Whether you are a member, a guest, or a renter, you will be captivated by the crystal clear lake, and starry night skies, and all that the community of Twain Harte has to offer.
Twain Harte Lake Hours:
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND THROUGH LABOR DAY WEEKEND:
MONDAY-SUNDAY: 9:00 AM TO 8:00 PM
Renters of properties with Lake Membership are able to access the lake during the Summer Season by paying a day use fee. All renters must be registered with the gatehouse before their arrival by the owner or rental agency and all guests and renters should read through the Renter Information document before their arrival. Please inquire with the THLA office for further information.
Welcome to Twain Harte Lake, a little slice of paradise in the heart of the Sierras. Created through construction of a dam in 1928, this private, membership lake provides 40 acres of unlimited fun and enjoyment. Many family cabins, built in the early years, are still owned by descendants of the original owners bringing a remarkable sense of history to the daily life of this community.
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the Lake is enjoyed by lake members, their families and guests, along with those who rent the cabins owned by Lake Members. Whether you are a member, a guest, or a renter, you will be captivated by the crystal clear lake, and starry night skies, and all that the community of Twain Harte has to offer.
Twain Harte Lake Hours:
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND THROUGH LABOR DAY WEEKEND:
MONDAY-SUNDAY: 9:00 AM TO 8:00 PM
Renters of properties with Lake Membership are able to access the lake during the Summer Season by paying a day use fee. All renters must be registered with the gatehouse before their arrival by the owner or rental agency and all guests and renters should read through the Renter Information document before their arrival. Please inquire with the THLA office for further information.
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