Waterfront Birds Nest Magical Dog friendly

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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Sonora, CA

Black Oak Casino10 min drive
Adventist Health Sonora13 min drive
Columbia State Historic Park23 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Come stay at this rustic, unique, hand sculpted cob earth house in the heart of the beautiful gold country. You will be surrounded by wilderness and wake up to a seasonal pond and creek and the perfect view of Tuolumne county wildlife. The house is magical inside and out, built with love with material from the property as well as lovely reclaimed windows and floors. Sit outside at night under the Milky Way, watching shooting stars and listening to toads in the pond.

A place to get away for a retreat from our fast paced world. We have very strong wifi, cell coverage can be spotty. No TV. Bring a book, your love, a friend.

Please note the bedroom is upstairs, the bathroom is down an external staircase. There is no oven.

Property manager

Lisa Hill-Pierce

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs on a leash outside. Crated if you leave.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sonora

Located in Sonora, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Phoenix Lake Golf Course and Twain Harte Miniature Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Twain Harte Lake and Stanislaus National Forest. Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sonora, CA

What's nearby

Black Oak Casino - 10 min drive
Adventist Health Sonora - 13 min drive
Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 15 min drive
Columbia State Historic Park - 23 min drive
Pine Mountain Lake - 50 min drive

Getting around

Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

Black Oak Casino Resort - 11 min drive
Starbucks - 12 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Cover's Apple Ranch - 8 min drive
Wendy's - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Birds Nest Magical Dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront Birds Nest Magical Dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Birds Nest Magical Dog friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Birds Nest Magical Dog friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Black Oak Casino, Sierra Repertory Theater and Twain Harte Lake. Adventist Health Sonora and Phoenix Lake Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

30 December 2023

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

Great!

It was a lovely space!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Makenna D.

16 January 2023

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

Best Trip Ever!!

There’s so much I could say but I want my review to be helpful to others when choosing this property because you should!! Lisa and her husband Brendan are amazing people and have a gorgeous hidden gem. They left us great recommendations on what to do in the area and we’re very attentive. My boyfriend proposed to me during our stay and they brought us treats! The Sonora birds nest will be a recurring trip for us! Even though our stay was during the crazy rain we were cozy and loved the views, at night you can hear the creek and it perfect. If you’re going in the cooler months make sure to bring warm clothes! It does get chilly and Lisa does make sure you know this which we appreciated! Thank you so much for the best trip ever!! - The future Mr and Mrs Christensen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo & Amber G.

30 September 2022

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

Rest at the nest!

Lovely place for a couple to get away. Beautiful scenery and lots to do in the area. Enjoyed the history and wildlife of the area. Our puppy really seemed to enjoy the new smells. Great place to stargaze while you listening to the crickets and frogs in the background.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

11 July 2022

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

Beyond Perfection

This cabin has to be one of the best places I’ve stayed hands down. It is clean, new feeling and utterly the most charming space. It has a view of a pond with wildlife all the live long day. I pick the spot specifically to hide from all the 4th fireworks due to having a pooch that hates fireworks. “The nest” is just perfect and I loved everything about it. I do plan to return, hopefully next year for the fourth. And Lisa was just awesome. Very responsive and very kind. She convey consistently kindness in her communication with me. 10 out of 10 for everything!!! Thank you soooo much for a wonderful experience!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kymmberlie G.

15 June 2022

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

whimsical camping-like experience!

This place was just as magical in person as in the pictures! I loved the seclusion of the location. The hosts are kind and attentive. The kitchen is well stocked for simple cooking and BBQing. The decor is fun and enchanting. The bed is super comfy. There is a fire table to enjoy while viewing the stars, or you could just lay in bed to enjoy them as there is a skylight right above the bed. I would highly recommend this location for a great, relaxing stay !

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Hill-Pierce

Our kids are now 11 and 16 and we love to travel and explore. We really enjoy nature and slowing down. I'm a massage therapist, and Brendan is an Industrial Designer. We love to host and have been doing it for 6 years.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property. Rolling oaks, seasonal pond, deer, geese, turkeys, osprey, fish, bobcats, foxes, coyotes and more. This is a historic gold mill pond. We've found artifacts from the gold rush and love to explore.
The house is one of a kind. Featured in design magazines it is an earth build cob house. The views are amazing, the vibe is healing. Bring a book, and a hand to hold.