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Book your Summer trips now as we fill up fast! Air cond. and private lake!

Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Nice paved driveway and level access!
Very comfortable living room.
Living area
Love seat.
55 inch flat screen, DVD/blueray player and a nice selection of movies.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6106.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Washer

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Twain Harte, CA
  • Place, Twain Harte Miniature Golf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Twain Harte Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Oak Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Book your Summer trips now as we fill up fast! Air cond. and private lake!

Book your Summer trips now as we fill up fast! Private lake access in Summer.

As usual, the cabin is professionally cleaned prior to and after your stay which includes clean sheets and towels.

Private lake access for swimming and fishing in the Summer! Easy access to Highway 108 and only 2.5 hours from the Bay Area! Easy access to Dodge Ridge and snow play in the Winter.

Welcome to my Mountain Retreat. I hope that you will find it comfortable, tranquil and well equipped. My home is about a 3 minute drive to “downtown” Twain Harte, 15 minute drive to the Black Oak Casino and an easy 30 minute drive to Dodge Ridge Ski area. There are many nearby lakes and streams for fishing or a hike! The home is on a level lot with easy access to Highway 108. Our guests have access to Sugarpine lake which has swimming and fishing in the Summer! Note: Dogs are not allowed at Sugarpine lake and not allowed to be left alone in the house while you are out unless crated. We also have a large fenced dog run area. Please clean up after your dog and dispose "poop" in the outside trash can.

This 1150 square foot home has two bedrooms and two full baths and is not your typical old rundown cabin. This updated home has tons of mountain charm with knotty cedar ceilings, plank bamboo floors. It has been cosmetically remodeled with fresh paint, new floors and granite counters in the kitchen. The two bedrooms have brand new queen mattresses and very nice/new “lodge” style furnishings. Check out the pine log bed in the upstairs master bedroom and the Ranch decor in the downstairs bedroom. Both bedrooms and the living room have ceiling fans for your comfort during warm weather. In both bedrooms and the living room, we recently installed mini split air conditioning systems for your Summer comfort! We also have central heat and a fireplace for Winter comfort.

In the Living room you will find a “lodge” patterned couch and love seat as well as a brand new full futon which can be used as an additional sleeping area. The wood stove, 55 inch flat screen Smart TV and DVD/Blue ray player makes this room very comfortable to hang out in! I have a large number of Dvd’s that you can feel free to watch or you can certainly bring your own to view. We recently installed a new “Smart Tv”. Vizio offers quite a number of free tv options and you may also log into whatever streaming apps you may have access to. I have a very good Xfinity High Speed cable Internet (200+ mps). The internet can support work or school from home if needed. If you play, there is a guitar hanging on the wall. It is not a toy, so adults only please!
The large kitchen is fully equipped with newer appliances and tools for most basic cooking needs. It also contains a kitchen table which can seat six. You will also like the mason jar lighting fixtures with Edison style bulbs! There is a selection of table games also for your enjoyment.
In the Summer months you can enjoy the nice deck out back which includes tall cedars, seating and a BBQ. Also, I have private lake access at Sugar Pine Lake which I can offer to my guests.
My home will comfortably sleep six guests, if you use the futon in the living room. Note: The two Queen beds have new mattress covers and bedspreads that are frequently laundered. We provide sheets, blankets and pillows and they will be clean and the beds will be made with clean sheets when you arrive. I do not provide sheets, pillows or blankets for the futon, so please bring your own or sleeping bags. We also provide each guest a bath towel, hand towels and wash cloths. Please bring your own beach towels in summer. Please compare apples to apples when booking your Twain Harte vacation home as many do not provide sheets or towels.
If you find anything that is out of order or not up to standard, please let me know. I am generally available by email for non-urgent matters and phone or text for urgent situations.
I rely on positive feedback from my guests. After your stay, it would be greatly appreciated that you post positive feedback to VRBO!

I ask that you treat my home like it is yours and take care of it. I love it here!

You will not be disappointed with your stay at my home. Again, compare Apples to Apples when choosing where to stay in the Twain Harte area. Thank you so much and enjoy your stay in beautiful Twain Harte!

NOTE: I DO NOT TAKE CHECKS, MY PROPERTY IS POPULAR AND IS BOOKED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS VIA A VALID CREDIT CARD. IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO PAY VIA CREDIT CARD QUICKLY, YOU MAY GET BUMPED OUT BY ANOTHER TRAVELER. I AM SORRY IF THIS MAY HAPPEN, BUT PLEASE DON'T HOLD ME PERSONALLY RESPONSIBLE.
Also, I will not be held responsible for power outages, interruptions in wifi or cable tv service, fire or weather related issues. This is a cabin in the mountains and weather sometimes plays a factor.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We do not have baby gates or cribs.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please ask owner about the pet policy.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We never allow any kind of smoking in the home.
Smoking is allowed outside the home, but we live in a high fire danger area. Please be cautious!
EV charging. I have a small 100 amp electrical panel. Charging your EV might trip a breaker/overload. At this time, I am not allowing EV charging.
We make every effort to keep our cabin free of spiders, ants, insects or rodents. We cannot promise that you will never see any in our mountain cabin

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Twain Harte

Located in Twain Harte, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Sierra Repertory Theater and Sonora Opera Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Twain Harte, CA

What's nearby

  • Chief William Fuller Monument - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Twain Harte Lake - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Brentwood Lake - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 12 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alicia's Sugar Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Eproson House Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Day-O Espresso 3 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rock of Twain Harte - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pine Cone Cafe - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Book your Summer trips now as we fill up fast! Air cond. and private lake! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Book your Summer trips now as we fill up fast! Air cond. and private lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book your Summer trips now as we fill up fast! Air cond. and private lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Book your Summer trips now as we fill up fast! Air cond. and private lake! located?

Located in the heart of Twain Harte, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Chief William Fuller Monument and within 6 miles (10 km) of Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Twain Harte Golf Course. Brentwood Lake and Twain Harte Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our last minute Labor Day getaway at Gary’s cabin. The location was perfect for exploring the nearby trails at pinecrest lake and the natural bridges caverns.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinna B.

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

Great spacious cabin, near snow, lakes, rivers

Came up for Valentine's Day and presidents day weekend to ski Dodge Ridge with the family. Very comfortable, well laid out property with plenty of separate space for adults and kids to get private time. We gave the kids the upstairs bedroom and master bath suite so we could stay up watching movies by the fire after they went to bed. Perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Great location

The place was clean and in a perfect location. Close hiking spots and great food. The cabin had a dog run, so it was great to bring our dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Nice Getaway

The property was clean, comfortable and conveniently located. We plan to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Beautiful, peaceful stay

We had a wonderful stay at Gary’s home. It was very clean, comfortable and had a well-appointed kitchen and all of the comforts of home. The location was great - a 20 minute drive from Pinecrest, and close to Sonora and Twain Harte. The added bonus of having access to Sugar Pine Lake was a treat for our son. We loved our stay and would love to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nance B.

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

Twain Harte Cabin

Nice cabin, with everything you need and great location. Working with the owner Gary was excellent. Thanks again Gary.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny O.

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

Great place for a quiet getaway

Gary's place is cozy and very welcoming. The decorations give it a personal feel and the common spaces are comfortable and well-appointed! The DVD collection is amazing, and the AC in the bedroom and the living room are great additions! This is a great spot if you want a quiet getaway. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

dyrk. and kimberly d., Medford, usa

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

A Perfect Place for Us!

We take a kids trip every year with our 2 6 year olds, abs this place was the perfect spot for us! The neighborhood is quiet, the lake was so much fun, clean, and close. We were close to other great wilderness areas, too! The kids slept downstairs and we had the upstairs bedroom, we played games, - Jenga and Twister. The kitchen was well stocked, too. One note: the stairs are a bit steep, so watch the small children, but otherwise was perfect for our getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

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

Wonderful Family Snow Vacation!

This home was the perfect place to return to for relaxing after a full day's adventure. It's spacious and very well kept. The kitchen had everything we needed, and having two full bathrooms for our family was great. There's an excellent selection of games, books, and movies. The neighborhood was very quiet. The owner was easy to reach and quick to respond. We had a wonderful time and will stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katharine A.

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

Fantastic Two Weeks at Mountian High

Mountain High is a truly fantastic place. Close to several lakes which were perfect for kayaking, fishing, swimming and chillin’. The cabin itself was super clean and trouble free. Communication with the property owner was clear and very helpful. We’re already planning our winter trip to Mountain High. Thanks for making our two weeks away from home during COVID such a great time.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Karen R.

Nice little cabin get away

We enjoyed our stay in your cabin. It was nice the snow was still on the ground. To bad it rained all weekend no control over that. A little strange we had to make our own beds when we got their. I have never experience that in a VRBO. It was a nice place and I would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

kareen n.

Great mountain getaway

We stayed here as a summer weekend getaway - 2 adults with our 2 kids. The house was perfect for our family, very comfortable and clean. We loved having the private access to sugar pine lake, it was peaceful for us and fun for the kids with a sandy beach and floating pontoons to swim/float to - an unexpected bonus to the great cabin. We were especially appreciative of the a/c units as we were there during a small heat wave. We spent the last half of our trip imagining ourselves buying a place there, I would say that sums up how much we enjoyed it there, in the mean time we will stay there again next time we head to the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great Stay in Mi Wuk!

Booked this cabin for a three day get away from the valley heat. Gary provided clear instructions for everything we needed, including how to access the private lake (which was really nice, as we had the lake pretty much to ourselves!). Cabin is very cute, with lots of personal touches. Kitchen was well stocked. Good Wi-Fi and cell reception. Great neighborhood to walk our dog around! Only a couple of blocks from Sugar Shack, with great coffee and pastries! Looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Perfect stay for the family!

I booked this home for a quick, relaxing getaway to the snow with my spouse and daughter. The house is just as pictured, very clean and one of the most organized I’ve stayed at! The interior was very comfortable and easy to feel at home in. The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay and all cabinets were labeled inside so it was easy to find everything. The showers had quick hot water and the pressure was fantastic. The pups and my daughter loved the small fenced in yard which let them run around and for her to build a snowman. The neighborhood was very quite and perfect setting. Gary, the homeowner, was easy to reach and you can tell the pride they take in their vacation home. Thanks for a great experience and stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evi-Lynn B., Mountain View, CA

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

Great stay in Sugar Pine!

We stayed at Gary's place for the long weekend, so that we could ski at Dodge Ridge. We are a family of 5 and had our 2 dogs with us. The cabin worked well for us, since we have small kids that could share a bed. The backyard worked well for our dogs, because it had a low fence that kept them from wondering off. Gary was great at communicating the check-in and check-out instructions. The cabin had everything we needed and was well supplied. The kids even broke out a game of "Sorry". We also loved the location of the cabin, because it was just minutes away from the Sugar Shack, our favorite place to grab a bite to eat in the morning and get coffee. They have the best cinnamon rolls and we enjoy the quiche as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lavinia F.

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

RELAXATION in a Comfy home adjacent to many outdoor destinations

I and my 2 children spent 12 days at Gary’s cabin and I could have stayed 12 more. It’s the perfect location, adjacent to many outdoor destinations and activities. I went fishing, hiking, biking, swimming and explored country back roads to find quiet places on the rivers. Every day was a dream, and coming back to Gary’s cabin, with air conditioners, hot showers, comfy beds, fully stocked kitchen, back porch bbq and dining tables with small solar tea lighting...I am so envious of people who own homes in this area! I loved every single moment at Gary’s home. And having access to Sugarpine lake was such a PRIVILEGE, especially given our current health crisis. The small, private lake was so pretty, quiet, clean and uncrowded and waters were warm. We spent at least half our days soaking up the sun on floaties and fishing the small minnows. Not many houses have this extra special amenity, and it was definitely appreciated. I’m smiling as I write this, missing the place! You won’t regret renting this home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Norma O.

Lovely, Clean and Quiet Home in a Great Area

We absolutely enjoyed our stay and found this property to suit all of our needs and more. We came looking for a place to spare our dogs the noise of the 4th of July fireworks in San Joaquin County and were so pleased with how quiet this area is and how friendly all of the surrounding neighbors are. The house is perfect whether you are traveling with dogs or not but, if you are traveling with dogs, the owner has a large, secured penned area right outside the garage, so we were not constantly leashing the dogs to take them outside. (Super convenient). The property also has a secondary wire barrier around the perimeter of the large back deck for additional safety which worked well for us and allowed our dogs to hang out with us while we barbecued, enjoyed the wooded atmosphere (deer in the early morning) and played Yahtzee on the patio furniture. The house is equipped with everything you need and very comfortable and clean. It has plenty of room both downstairs and upstairs and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Twain Harte Market is just a hop, skip and jump away and is a great place to shop. We took a day trip to Pinecrest Lake (crowded due to the time of year I think but beautiful and everyone there was having a great time) and Lyons Lake (secluded, quiet and really nice walk over the bridge). Both are close by and would be ideal for anyone who enjoys taking a long hike, fishing and enjoying the lake. Next time, we'll definitely bring our fishing poles. Gary, the owner of the property is super to work with and responded quickly to my emails. (Thank you Gary!!!) My husband and I recommend this property and were very very pleased with our choice to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect "home base" for our weekend in the mountains. Very homey/cozy. Has everything you need. Was a warm September weekend, so having the A/C and ceiling fans was incredible at night. Nice/quiet neighborhood. Recommend Alicia's and Zoe's cafes for breakfast/coffee. Owner (Gary) was a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Gary’s place

5 nights in a great location. Cabin had everything we needed and central location but private . Excellent communication with owner. Great swimming in private lake, bbq on deck and endless places to explore!! We will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

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

Lake property

Clean, well stocked and close to town. Lake is private and ideal for swimming , paddle boarding and fishing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

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

Comfortable cabin for our ski trip

Comfortable cabin with everything you will need. Great small fenced side yard for a dog. Teenagers enjoyed separate bedroom upstairs. And adults enjoyed the deck and grill. Owner very quickly responded to our questions. Great experience overall. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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

Homey and cozy!

We had a great time. Place is very homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

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

Cozy cabin

We absolutely enjoyed the cabin and are planning another visit here soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

Perfect little cabin in the mountains

We decided to do a post-Christmas vacation up near Twain Harte and this cabin was perfect for our family of 3. It was extremely comfortable and had every amenity you could think of (including 100’s of DVDs and family games plus excellent WiFi!) Check out procedure was extremely reasonable, I would recommend this place to everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen W.

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

Great cabin

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gary Kornahrens

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Consultant working in various locations in California. Grew up in Lake Tahoe and always loved the Mountains. Love to fish and enjoy the Twain Harte area very much. It's a beautiful place!

Why they chose this property

I have enjoyed this area for many years! Great outdoor activities in both Summer and Winter. Great restaurants and lots of history!

What makes this property unique

Loved this home from the moment I saw it. Level lot, easy access, cedar cathedral ceilings and custom home style. Not just your average Twain Harte Cabin! This is my home!

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