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Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River.

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Whitewater recreation is the heart of the Lotus/Coloma valley
Barking Dog rapid is a renowned standing-wave surf spot across the street
The hillsides burst with poppies in the spring
Snow and ski sports
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lotus, CA
  • Place, South Fork of the American River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, River Runners
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Henningsen Lotus Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Studio

2 Single Beds

Studio - back

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River.

This second-floor studio is a perfect getaway for visiting boaters and outdoor enthusiasts. If you are lucky you can grab a kayak shuttle with our commercial river trips (not guaranteed), or if you’re interested in a rafting trip, we can arrange your adventure. Mountain and road bikers, runners, and hikers will be thrilled with what our area has to offer! The studio has a full-size fridge and stove/oven, a comfortable queen bed with a brand-new mattress, a day bed with a second twin pull-out, a couch, a dining table for four, and a beautiful view from the balcony porch with a perfect place to enjoy sunrise or sunset with a cup of coffee or a cocktail. Access to the river through a nearby campground (day use fees charged) is a five minute walk away.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

Placerville

Located in Placerville, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Placerville Historical Museum and El Dorado County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include River Runners and Wakamatsu Farm. El Dorado County Fairgrounds and Gold Country Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
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Lotus, CA

What's nearby

  • South Fork of the American River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • River Runners - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henningsen Lotus Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Red Hawk Casino - 20 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 33 min drive
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster Burgers & Brew - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hooverville Orchards - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Coloma Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Troublemakers Beer Garden - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Take A Bite Deli - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River.?

As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River. on 30 December 2023 start from NZ$245, 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 at Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whitewater Boaters' Delight...Studio very near the South Fork American River. located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from River Runners and within 3 miles (5 km) of Henningsen Lotus Park and Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Coloma Schoolhouse is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald F.

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

Great place and very friendly hospitality!

Location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Nice place to stay

A very quiet and clean(!) studio unit near the river and not far from town. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great place to enjoy the river

A great place to enjoy the river
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

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

Perfect location for Rafting next to Camp Lotus

Love the place and definitely will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugh W.

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

Charming loft.

Great place to stay when visiting Lotus or Coloma.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Rafting getaway

Second time staying here, great location for rafting from Coloma. Clean and comfortable, definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very comfortable apartment! One of the nicest places I have stayed and for such a reasonable price! I will look forward to renting it again one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

4th of July Stay

My husband and I enjoyed our stay very much. Our daughter and her friends were camped at Camp Lotus and it was just a 2 minute drive away! We were comfortable and happy non-campers! Cheryl
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Absolutely perfect!

The unit was exactly as presented and very clean. The pets were super friendly and, as a pet owner, it was extremely special to have that little connection to an animal while away. Had a great time at Marcos listening to music and the river didn’t disappoint! A great find!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mare S.

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

Absolutely perfect

This sweet family runs the river rafting trips for Camp Lotus which is a short walk away. I sat in the river's rejuvenating waters every evening. The unit has everything for comfort including two friendly dogs and a cat who visit often. A family of 4 would be very comfortable in the spacious room. What a pleasure to have a full refrigerator and functional kitchen. I enjoyed sunset's rosy glow on the porch's vista of golden hillsides clumped with dark oaks, and would have loved the starry night except that the moon was one of the biggest and brightest of the year during my stay. I heard songbirds, distant roosters in the morning, cattle lowing, in the evening and an occasional woodpeckers tapping on the wall. The family composts and recycles, and there is a beautiful feeling of connection to Mother Earth there. I enjoyed the happy chatter of rafters packing out some mornings and packing in some evenings. and the friendly, easy, accepting atmosphere. I can't wait to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Briana K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

It was okay, but didn't meet expectations.

The unit definitely needed more cleaning before we arrived. The bathroom shower was the worst offender. There were cobwebs and spiders in the kitchen and across the table. Unfortunately there were hot water issues which an adult can handle but children do not understand and it was exhausting to shower them through their tears. The unit was about 90° inside when we arrived and impossible to sleep. The owners ask that you not run the AC during the day, which was impossible with my 24/7 morning sickness. We might have come at at really bad time so I don't want to give 3 stars for benefit of the doubt, so I am graciously giving 4. Adults could handle the uncomfortable stay but not the children, we had to make other accommodations for them. It has great potential but definitely needs TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Would definitely stay here again.

This place was perfect for our little family. It was comfortable and clean. We utilized the full kitchen. It was in a perfect location and close to the river. Great for rafting!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Clean and quiet

Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

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

Fantastic home base!

My daughter and I stayed in this studio for the weekend — it was incredibly clean, comfortable, and convenient. Our hosts were accessible but not at all intrusive. It was a perfect spot to enjoy a weekend of hiking and rafting. I’d highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

david w.

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

Lovely studio

Overall great experience and communication with host. Be aware there is a cute little cat that will likely be on the balcony calling for you early in the morning and anytime you’re out there. Not a problem for me personally but one guest I was allergic to cats and the kitty kept trying to get inside under the magnetic screen door, so we had to keep the door closed. Great location! Short walk to a campground on the river where you can get a day pass to access the river.. not SUP friendly but rafter friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

very clean and cozy! loved the full kitchen and lots of pillows and blankets made for extra cozy lo

My daughter and I enjoyed the above garage cabin for our 3 night stay. Lovely little town and country roads leading to the property. Hosts communicated well and we were pleasantly Greeted by the farm dogs and cat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location for rafting on the American River
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Tom & Heather Freer

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We are a family of five with a love for whitewater, outdoor adventure, and travel. We operate ARTA River Trips’ operation on the South Fork of the American River in the summer months, and teach (middle and high school) the rest of the year.

Why they chose this property

Living in such a wonderful vacation spot, visits from friends and family abound. 4th graders across CA visit the Coloma/Lotus area to see where gold was discovered and learn the history of the area at the Marshall Gold Discovery State Park. Whitewater enthusiasts from beginners to advanced descend on Lotus year-round for private kayaking and rafting adventures, and from April-October to raft with commercial outfitters. The American River Conservancy’s dedicated efforts are evident in the miles of outstanding mountain biking, hiking, running and horse riding trails and the Wakamatsu Ranch - the historic site of the oldest Japanese-American settlement in California. Our studio is a few hundred yards from beautiful Camp Lotus on the shore of the South Fork of the American River, where we launch our rafting trips, and which provides quick access to the world-famous Barking Dog Rapid - a favorite standing-wave hangout for kayakers, surfers, river-boarders and body-surfers year-round. Multiple trail adventures are within a ten-minute drive, and the area is a popular destination for avid, hill-loving road bikers. Coloma/Lotus offers multiple dining experiences and live entertainment most nights of the summer. Henningsen Lotus Park is 1.3 miles away and offers a huge grassy field home to official and unofficial soccer, ultimate, and volleyball games and provides extensive river access, baseball fields, and a play structure for children. Wine taste at world-class wineries. Multiple grocery stores, a movie theatre, and myriad shopping and dining areas are 20 -30 minutes away - close enough for convenience and far enough that solitude and quiet are not at risk. Apple Hill is 25 min away. In the winter, Sierra at Tahoe ski area is a 75 minute drive, and South Lake Tahoe is 90 minutes away. Guests from abroad have stayed in our studio and accessed Yosemite (3 hours), San Francisco (2.5 hrs), Sacramento (55 min), and many other central and northern CA attractions.

What makes this property unique

Our studio in the heart of Lotus offers quick river and trail access, as well as the option of relaxation and solitude without having to leave creature comforts far behind. Adventure awaits just outside, but inside is a calm, comfortable oasis. Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, we are surrounded by history, a wilderness paradise, and astounding beauty.

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