Chalet

Secluded, forest views, private hot tub, pet friendly, rivers, lakes, wineries

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Private hot tub, propane fire pit, and propane BBQ. Amazing outdoor area!!!
View of the backyard and deck above, from the trees surrounding the chalet.
Bring your toys to the National Forest
The vaulted ceilings living room has the best vibe and is nice to socialize.
Hot tub paradise surrounded by huge pine trees. Secluded and romantic.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Pioneer, CA
  • Popular LocationMace Meadows Golf Course7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlack Chasm Cavern National Landmark21 min drive
  • Popular LocationJackson Rancheria Casino32 min drive
  • AirportPlacerville, CA (PVF)75 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Bedroom with Three Full Beds

3 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom with Two Twins or A King

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Ensuite Bathroom Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Ensuite Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

House Bathroom with Bathtub

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Secluded, forest views, private hot tub, pet friendly, rivers, lakes, wineries

Escape city life in this private 3BR/3BA vacation rental home on 1.5 acres with all the modern conveniences! It’s the perfect setting for you to nest at night and venture in the day to explore the magical forests surrounding you. Secluded and quiet (yet 5 minutes from gas stations, grocery & restaurants). No neighbors in sight!

Get cozy by the fire on the upper deck, light up the BBQ and soak in the hot tub under the stars. Multiple outdoor seating options help you settle into nature-induced bliss. No matter the season, your time indoors will also be very comfortable with central A/C, heating and a gas fireplace.

If you're seeking a mountain escape to a cabin in the woods, there's no better place than the Treehouse Chalet!

**NOTE: The Treehouse Chalet is in a no-cell-service area. Landline is available for local calls and emergency calls. Our high-speed WiFi is also very reliable for WiFi calling.

ENTRY:

Self check-in w/ a lock box key. Enjoy convenient FREE PARKING for 8 vehicles total!

✦ Driveway big enough for 6 vehicles
✦ Attached garage fits 2 cars + toys (bring your ATV’s, jet skis, bikes, etc)
✦ Complete privacy – whole property to yourself (plus, it’s at the road’s end)

**NOTE: Large RV’s, buses, 5th wheels and travel trailers are incapable of handling the narrow and tightly-curving neighborhood roads. Guests have successfully brought low and short utility trailers and trailers for 4x4’s, jet skis and side-by-sides.

BEDROOMS & BATHS:

Drift off into a luxurious night’s sleep with ALL NEW hybrid mattresses and hotel-grade linens! Extra pillows and blankets available. Sleep deeply with blackout shades. Unpack your luggage and settle in with abundant clothing storage in each room. Charge your devices with the bedside USB ports.

See the “Amenities” section for a list of all the little luxuries of your stay!

~Upstairs Accommodations~
2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths

✦ BR 1: King (1 bed) + ENSUITE BATHROOM w/ large walk-in rain shower & seats
✦ BR 2: Twins (2 single beds - can be pushed together to form a King)
✦ Full Bath (shower + tub combo w/ rain shower) - next to BR 2

~Downstairs Suite~
1 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath

✦ 1 Full Bed
✦ 2 Full Bunk Beds*
✦ ENSUITE BATHROOM w/ walk-in rain shower wand & seats (accessed via game room – sleeping guests won’t be disturbed!)

*NOTE: The bunk beds were made with adults in mind! These hold up to 1,000 lbs and are secured to the wall. They won’t move (no motion disturbance). Each has head clearance so that an adult can sit fully upright.

ENTERTAINMENT DEN:

Next to the downstairs bedroom is the entertainment den. Indulge in the retro video game console, a Lazy-Boy reclining sofa, puzzles, games and a 50” Roku HDTV (Netflix, Disney+, Prime, Hulu, HBOMax, etc)!

Guests can use the den and bathroom without disturbing other guests asleep in the bedroom. It’s also accessible from the hot tub area. Both kids and adults will love this ideal hangout space!

KITCHEN:

You’ll love cooking family-style meals in this well-equipped chef’s dream kitchen, including:

~Stainless Steel Appliances~

✦ Large capacity refrigerator
✦ Gas range & oven
✦ Microwave
✦ Dishwasher
✦ Double sink w/ garbage disposal

~Amenities~

✦ FREE COFFEE, teas, sugar & creamer
✦ Oil, salt, pepper & spices
✦ Drip coffee maker
✦ Keurig with refillable K-cup
✦ Electric kettle
✦ Blender
✦ Non-stick pots & pans
✦ Baking sheets & cutting boards
✦ Sharp chef’s knives
✦ Corelle dishware
✦ Silverware & cooking utensils
✦ BBQ utensils
✦ Wine glasses (stemless), mugs & cups
✦ Rice cooker
✦ Toaster oven
✦ Pet food bowls
✦ Children’s dinnerware
✦ Kitchen island (seating for 2)

~Safety~

✦ Stovetop fire blanket
✦ Fire extinguisher

DINING AREA:

The indoor dining table (seating for 6 to 8) is the ideal space for sharing home-cooked meals and creating memories together. Love to dine al fresco? Enjoy direct access to the deck from the kitchen/dining/living areas. The picnic table awaits you! Additional seating is available inside and outside.

LIVING ROOM:

Perfect for cozy nights inside, log into your accounts on the 50” Roku HDTV (Netflix, Disney+, Prime, Hulu, HBOMax, etc). Or, make it a family game night with the assortment of board games and puzzles provided!

Experience deep relaxation amidst the glow and warmth of the gas fireplace.

WIFI & WORKSPACE:

Free FIBER high-speed WiFi (57 mbps) – verified by Airbnb’s speed test. Always on, never dips! Available throughout the property and works well even while other devices share the connection for 4K streaming + more.

3 WORKPLACE LOCATIONS
with seating and power outlets:
✦ Entertainment Den - closed room for privacy
✦ Kitchen island - seating for 2
✦ Picnic table outdoors on the deck

LAUNDRY:

Mountain adventures = dirty clothes. Not to worry! There is a free washer and dryer located in the laundry room. Detergent and dryer sheets provided.

OUTSIDE:

Wake up rejuvenated after a restful night’s sleep, and greet the outdoors from your second-story wraparound deck. Savor your first sip of hot coffee while the gentle breeze envelops you. Take a deep breath of fresh mountain air as you marvel at the beauty of the soaring pine and madrone trees that surround you.

Read quietly, meditate, or warm up around the fire table.

When dusk falls, you’ll love stargazing from the hot tub while its jets soothe you. Connect with your loved ones around the warm glow of the no-fuss fire table.

✦ Hot tub (4-person)
✦ BBQ grill
✦ Fire table
✦ Wraparound deck
✦ 3 different seating areas
✦ Picnic table
✦ 1.5 acres of peaceful forested property

NEARBY (BY CAR):

~5 min:
✦ Groceries
✦ Gas Stations
✦ Restaurants

~15 min:
✦ Bear River Reservoir
✦ Tiger Creek Fish & Swim (catch trout and salmon!)
✦ North Fork Mokelumne River (best swimming hole in Amador County) where 26 highway crosses

~30 min:
✦ Silver Lake

~45 min:
✦ Kirkwood Ski Resort

~50 min:
✦ Caples Lake
✦ North Fork Mokelumne River (best swimming hole in Amador County)

~90 min:
✦ Lake Tahoe

ACCESSIBILITY:

This home is convenient for guests who need to *minimize* their (or their pets’) use of stairs. However, please note stairs are necessary for traveling between the Downstairs Suite and the upper level (kitchen, dining area, living room, deck and upper bedrooms).

~Downstairs Suite~
✦ No steps to entry from outside through the garage
✦ Main entry from inside garage
✦ 36” wide Entry door
✦ 36” wide bedroom door
✦ Walk-in shower, seat & wand
✦ Note: bathroom door is 28” wide

~Garage~
✦ No steps to entry from outside
✦ Lighted

~Backyard~
✦ No steps to entry via paved side yard

~Side Gate~
✦ 48” wide
✦ No steps to entry

The Neighborhood:

The Amador Pines neighborhood in the Sierra Nevada Mountains feels exclusive, serene and secluded. Enjoy the scenic forest drive through the pines from the moment you turn off highway 88, until you arrive at The Treehouse Chalet (located at the end of the road).

Guest access:

Guests have private/sole access to all areas of the house and property. You will receive a lock box code to access the key and enter. Hosts are reachable by VRBO chat and phone (we are not on the property). Your local host Kathy is available when needed.

Other things to note:

✦Strictly no events, parties, or large gatherings. $500 extra fee if caught.
✦ Hot tub jets (bubbles) must be turned off, covered and locked after each and every use. Locks ensure unaccompanied children are safe at all times.
✦ Maximum 2 pets. Any size dogs, large and small are welcome. $100 total, per stay, for pets. Message us with any questions!

Where You’ll Be:

Pioneer, California, United States
You’ll be nestled in the private, exclusive and secluded Amador Pines neighborhood. Immersed in the gorgeous Eldorado National Forest, Pioneer is a lesser-known “gold nugget” town close to attractions and recreation (yet unbeknownst to many travelers who stay in right in Tahoe and Kirkwood Ski Resort).

✦ 2 short scenic miles off Highway 88 (conveniently close, yet out of earshot)
✦ 5 minutes to restaurants, groceries & gas stations

✦ 10 minutes to ...HIKING ...GOLF
✦ 15 minutes to ...RIVERS ...FISHING
✦ 30 minutes to ...LAKES
✦ 45 minutes to ...SKI @ KIRKWOOD
✦ 90 minutes to ...LAKE TAHOE

Getting around:

This is a remote property, and driving is the best way to get around. In winter, 4WD or AWD with snow tires is recommended. Bring tire chains. Plan ahead and monitor the weather. Snow removal in the driveway is taken care of for you. Neighborhood roads are regularly snow plowed.

Property manager

Chris Gilhooley
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
2 pets maximum. $100 each stay.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
2 dogs maximum. $100 per stay. Pet fees double for unregistered dogs and it will be deducted from the security deposit.
Community roads are too narrow for large RV’s, buses, 5th wheels or travel trailers. Guests have brought short trailers for quads, etc.
Maximum stay is 27 days per booking.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Pioneer

Located in Pioneer, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mace Meadows Golf Course and Il Gioiello Winery and Morse Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park and Eldorado National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Pioneer, CA

What's nearby

  • Mace Meadows Golf Course - 7 min drive
  • Pioneer City Park - 14 min drive
  • Black Chasm Cavern National Landmark - 21 min drive
  • Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park - 21 min drive
  • Jackson Rancheria Casino - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • O K Corral - 5 min drive
  • Ray's Pizza - 9 min drive
  • Volcano Union Inn - 21 min drive
  • Cook's Station - 13 min drive
  • The Mountain Grille - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded, forest views, private hot tub, pet friendly, rivers, lakes, wineries pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Secluded, forest views, private hot tub, pet friendly, rivers, lakes, wineries?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded, forest views, private hot tub, pet friendly, rivers, lakes, wineries?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded, forest views, private hot tub, pet friendly, rivers, lakes, wineries located?

This family-friendly Pioneer chalet is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Eldorado National Forest and Mace Meadows Golf Course. Pioneer City Park and Black Chasm Cavern National Landmark are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in the woods
We really loved our stay at Chris's place. Everything was clean and updated. The beds and furniture were super comfortable. We were welcomed with a delicious bottle of wine and my husband and kids really enjoyed the classic Nintendo. My favorite part was the fire table on the deck. Best of all Chris was super communicative throughout the stay. Thanks Chris!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Guys Trip!
A perfect getaway for the guys! We enjoyed the grill, the spa, and the beautiful view from the deck. A+ all the way!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Family stayed with us for the wedding of our son
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherryl & Francisco C., Bay Area, San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem! Perfect tree house getaway. Peaceful vacation!!
My husband and I, plus fur baby stayed here for 3 nights. We wish we stayed an extra night! The house was nicely furnished, beautiful kitchen (so lovely!), and has a privacy, wraparound deck! Oh, how nice it was to be surrounded by pine trees lol. What I loved the most was how quiet, secluded and peaceful the place was. Stargazing on the deck was absolutely amazing! From hiking, checking out rivers and nearby creeks to spending a day at the lake, we had a blast! 3 days was not enough. We are already thinking about another stay! The host (Chris) has been so communicative from booking to check out! He is very responsive and want to make sure you enjoy your stay. In addition, Chris was very accomodating!! Thank you so much, Chris! :) This house is at the top of my list of VRBOs that we’ve stayed at. A GEM! I highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris Gilhooley

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I'm from California and love traveling and checking out new places to visit.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property for the seclusion and wonderful nature. Kirkwood Ski Resort, Bear River Reservoir, Caples Lake and Silver Lake, rivers and streams -- close access to those make this chalet's location the absolute best.

What makes this property unique

I fell in love with this location due to the fact that I could fully decompress here. It is fully immersed in the forest, secluded and peaceful. No neighbors in sight!

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