2 SECLUDED Houses w/4 KING BEDS on 3 Unique Acres - UPSCALE EXECUTIVE RETREAT - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12328 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Twain Harte, CA

Stanislaus National Forest
3 min walk
Chief William Fuller Monument
5 min drive
Twain Harte Miniature Golf
6 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

2 SECLUDED Houses w/4 KING BEDS on 3 Unique Acres - UPSCALE EXECUTIVE RETREAT

If interested in adding The Cottage, DO NOT select the "Book Now" option. Please FIRST select "CONTACT HOST" on the right side of the first page below the blue button.

NO MORE than a MAXIMUM of 8 guests in the main house and a MAXIMUM of 4 guests in the cottage for a TOTAL of 12 guests on the property.
Please click "VIEW MORE" below as there is A LOT MORE to say about my property :)

*MY HOME YOU SEE HERE TODAY AND WANT TO THINK ABOUT IT TONIGHT, COULD VERY LIKELY BE RESERVED LATER TODAY BY THE PEOPLE WHO SAW IT YESTERDAY, AND THOUGHT ABOUT IT LAST NIGHT.*

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A FANTASTIC mountain home surrounded by tall forests: TWO homes (with LOTS of room inside to spread out) proudly stand on this flat green 3-acre lot with PLENTY of room for outdoor fun. (You CANNOT FIND a multi acre FLAT lot or a LARGE LAWN in ANY OTHER property in the area.) Historic 100+ year-old apple trees on the LARGE lawn add to the charm of this property. The main house has 4 bedrooms upstairs with 2 FULL bathrooms, plus a 1/2 bath and a den downstairs.
(MOST Rentals in Twain Harte and surrounding area ONLY have queen beds. WE HAVE 4 KING BEDS!!).
The Cottage has sleeping for four, a LARGE FULL bathroom and a LARGE fully-equipped kitchen. The Cottage is an "ADD ON" for an additional fee of $200 per night and is NOT rented separately. Both houses are furnished with lots of beautiful decor.

The MOUNTAIN HOUSE (2706 sq ft): sleeps 8 MAX.
3 California KINGs beds with super comfortable mattresses and super comfortable sheets! Trust me on this, you'll be HAPPY :)
*Master bedroom has 50" flat screen TV, large leather chair with ottoman, walk-in closet and en suite FULL bathroom. The master bathroom has a door dividing the double sinks and large counter surface from the toilet, shower and separate tub for additional privacy.
1 QUEEN bed with comforter set and 1 twin bunk bed in same room.
2 FULL bathrooms, both with tubs and showers and 1 half bath
VERY Large kitchen with island, two ovens, 27" flat screen TV.

The COTTAGE (834 sq ft): sleeps 4 MAX. The Cottage is an "ADD ON" for an additional fee of $200 per night and is NOT rented separately.
1 Eastern KING bed with super comfortable sheets.
1 twin bunk bed
FULL bathroom, tub and shower
VERY Large kitchen
60" flat screen TV

When you drive on to this SPACIOUS and PEACEFUL setting you immediately feel at home. Plenty of parking for 5 cars on level ground.
The Mountain House has many updates, including--but not limited to--decor, furnishings, appliances, fixtures, flooring, fire pit, 81' bocce ball court and more. Appliances and electronics: WiFi, Direct TV Satellite, 2 Blu-ray players. Three TV's in the main house: the living room - 60" with Surround Sound; master bedroom - 50"; and kitchen - 27". The glass french doors in the foyer lead into the main living space. The dining table has seating for 8. The bar high custom-made wine barrel table in the kitchen area seats 6 - 8 and is also perfect for playing cards! Dual ovens in the kitchen: one propane, one electric. Just off the kitchen is a laundry area and a 1/2 bath. The living room is large and comfortable. The den, just off the living room, is equipped with a desk, couch, games and DVD's. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms (THREE have KING BEDS), a master bathroom and another FULL bath.

The Cottage is a VERY large open studio living space with a 60" TV with Surround Sound, Direct TV, and a Blu-ray player; very colorful and super comfy Bob Timberlake sofas, sleeping for four with 1 KING bed and 1 bunk bed. One FULL bathroom and a FULLY EQUIPPED kitchen. The Cottage is an "ADD ON" for an additional fee of $200 per night and is not rented separately.

Large decks surround both the house and the cottage and a large multi-burner propane barbecue is there for your enjoyment. There is a custom made 81' bocce ball court, corn hole, badminton, croquet, whiffle ball, horseshoes, ping pong, basketball hoop and fire pit for s'mores!
You MUST see to believe the great amenities these rentals can afford you and your family and guests.

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Stanislaus National Forest. An arcade/game room is available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Amenities include a water dispenser
Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
Just a 3-minute walk from Stanislaus National Forest and a 5-minute drive from Chief William Fuller Monument

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Cathy Burket

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

Beach sunloungers

Ski

Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Car required

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Spices
Blender
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

3.5 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Towels provided
Shampoo
Hairdryer
Toilet paper
Soap

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Ping pong table
Games room
DVD player
Books
Games
Video library

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer
Near a laundromat

Work spaces

Office
Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: NO CIGS, CIGARS, HOOKAH, etc. ANYWHERE on property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital

Things to do

Snow sports gear
Tennis on site
Golf on site
Snowmobiling nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Hiking nearby
Cycling nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Golf nearby
Fishing nearby
Power boating nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock

General

At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Recycling
Double-glazed windows
Energy-saving switches
Local artist showcase
Unit size: 3530.6 sq ft (328 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: Children are always welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: 8 people MAX in Main House, 4 PP MAX in Cottage.

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

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

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

Play in the Snow! ONE of a Kind Upscale Executive/family Retreat

2 SECLUDED Houses w/4 KING BEDS on 3 Unique Acres - UPSCALE EXECUTIVE RETREAT Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R., Merced, CA

17 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family 2024

The property couldn’t have more been perfect. We had all ages and everyone was happy with all the things that were available to entertain them. Bocce, baseball, ping pong, fire pit w s'mores were a few highlights. The house was well stocked and we were very comfortable. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

3 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Families

We thoroughly enjoy our summer stays at this beautiful home in Twain Harte. Even though the forest is relaxing and welcoming, there's plenty to do, at the cabin or nearby, for active families.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

10 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Twain Harte

Just lovely!! Beautifully maintained, relaxing home.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin M., Tracy Ca

29 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

85 and Fabulous

This was our second time to stay as we celebrated Mom's 85th birthday. Our small family LOVED the peacefulness and serenity all the while enjoying time together. The property is incredibly well landscaped and useful for multiple enjoyment. Our host, Cathy is very easy to communicate with and answers very quickly. Already planning another trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

tally m.

17 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home and Property

Its hard to find a home with so many good amenities that can hold two families comfortably. The home has everything you need and more. We had such a wonderful stay playing games in the yard, bbqing dinners, and fire pit evenings. The beds were comfortable and the sheets luxurious.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

14 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Setting

Great place! Very accommodating for large family or group. Clean, comfortable, organized, quiet. Something for everyone on the property. A short 5 mins. from downtown Twain Harte yet secluded enough to feel the mountain atmosphere. The owner made everything easy, very knowledgeable of local interests and was a pleasure to work with. Don't hesitate to schedule your getaway here!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Get-A-Way

We had such a terrific vacation at the Mountain House. We relaxed, played, cooked, and visited the local lakes for water sports and just had a lot of fun. The property is beautiful and meets our needs as a family.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

6 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome home and great host!

A beautiful property! Our families enjoyed a relaxing extended weekend in this amazing home. Spacious, beautifully decorated, very well equipped and a super responsive host. It was everything the listing promised and more. You won't be disappointed!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerald L.

6 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

During our stay in Twain Harte, we were fortunate to stay in the beautiful home(s) owned by Cathy and Mark Burket. During our stay from the 1st to the 6th of April, the weather was unseasonably cool with snow on the ground the entire time. However, we enjoyed the property, the ability to spread out in the house and cottage, and the many tourist destinations, restaurants in the area, and the excellent Twain Harte market. The house and cottage were well stocked with everything you need when staying for a few days. Items in the house were carefully marked so we could tell what switch belonged to which set of lights, where dishes were supposed to go, and how to operate equipment. Because of the cost of electricity, the heating was carefully controlled which makes sense for those of us who continue to enjoy affordable VRBO properties. Owner support was excellent, from the best way to drive to the property, to answering questions as they came up. Checkout procedures included a detailed check out sheet which allowed us to identify issues so they could be fixed prior to the next tenant. We had two very minor issues, one of which was a light bulb that went out (and there were still plenty of other lights). Motion activated lights in the restrooms were a great, a very user-friendly safety feature. I’ll sum it up this way, while we enjoyed features like the Big Trees state park, the llama ranch, gold mining, etc., in better weather, we would have been quite content to

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

30 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic experience!

This home is incredibly clean, spacious, organized and well equipped with opportunities to play and relax. We played basketball, whiffle ball, bocce and board games all with equipment found in the home. We drove a short way to tennis and pickleball as well. Hiking nearby was beautiful and the town of Twain Harte has a great grocery store, wine tasting and restaurant that we enjoyed.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

1 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST home rental ever!

In all of the years that our group (five couples) have been renting homes for long weekend getaways, we all agreed that we have never found one that fit our needs more perfectly than Mark & Kathy's "Mountain House". From the moment you drive onto the property you notice how much care has been put into every square inch of the three acres and then you walk into the house! From the bedrooms to the kitchen, you can see the attention to detail everywhere you look...what a lovely and comfortable environment in which to spend time with friends and family. We look forward to returning and spending time relaxing, playing bocce, and exploring more of the local area. Thanks Mark & Kathy for setting the standard and especially, to Kathy for sharing the great tips of places to see and where to eat. ~ D. Morris (Pacific Grove, CA)

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

22 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family get away

We have stayed at this beautiful home both in the winter and summer and loved our stay each time. In the wintertime our kids enjoyed the large selection of board games and movies as well as the sleds that were supplied in the shed. In the summer we roasted smores at the fire pit and played wiffle ball on the expansive lawn. Both times we went to Dodge Ridge-- just a 20-30 minute car ride away-- to ski (in the winter) and mountain bike (summer). Pinecrest Lake is also close by, a beautiful family friendly lake with hiking, a marina and general store. Great family vacation no matter the season!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

22 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing home

The property was amazing everything was nice and neat. Plenty of flat ground for the kids to play, the basketball hoop was a hit. The whole family really enjoyed the quietness of the area. What a great place for a little getaway with the family.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cortney M.

19 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for large family

My extended family had a wonderful time staying at Cathy’s Twain Harte property on Labor Day Weekend. It is evident that this is not just a rental property, but her family’s second home by the way it has been painstakingly kept up. My family rented both the main house and cottage and it was the perfect amount of space for our large group of adults, teenagers and children. The property had every amenity you could think of, but we especially loved the gas firepit, game shed and porch for enjoying the beautiful location, including lots of wildlife such as deer, rabbits and even bears (although we just saw the tracks). We will absolutely consider staying here again for future trips!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina O.

30 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

We LOVE the Mountain House

We just finished our second visit to this wonderful mountain home. Our group of family and friends enjoyed this spacious property and took full advantage of all the amenities and games. This home is located just minutes from downtownTwain Harte and close to Pinecrest Lake. Checking in and checking out was very easy and the host was available if need be. We highly recommend this property and hope to return.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittney O.

22 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had fun hanging out at the property and exploring the area.

The rental was clean and very organized. It was clear how the owner wanted check out completed which made it easy when getting ready to check out. The owner had a list of fun things to do around the area and places to eat. We had so much fun at the property, there was always something to do. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was fully stocked with supplies. We can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

29 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Family Vacation

Our large group of 10, consisting of 8 adults and 2 children (ages 6, 4) loved our 5 day stay at the Mountain House. The house and cottage were both clean and inviting and the grounds are absolutely gorgeous. The entire home was well organized, the kitchen fully equipped, beds super comfortable, and the game shed offered a wide variety of fun outdoor activities. We enjoyed every meal outside on the beautiful patio and spent evenings under the stars gathered around the fire pit roasting marshmello's. The host Cathy was detailed and communicative from beginning to end and even shared details on local events during our stay. The surrounding area offers tons of activities year around; we enjoyed fishing/boating at Pinecrest Lake, Columbia State Historic Park, and horseback riding, just to name a few. Overall, we had a wonderful and relaxing time and would highly recommend this property to anyone considering a stay in the Twain Harte/Pinecrest area!! Thank you, Cathy for sharing your home with us!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl a., Livermore

19 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun

We had great time. Cathy’s house is perfect, clean , large enough for everyone to have space and not feel on top of each other. We ventured out a bit but mostly just enjoyed the house and grounds and all the games, fire pit.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

19 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing! Would love to do it again!

Cathy the host is very communicative, gave us many ideas for activities in Twain Harte and the surrounding area. Very clean and updated. Love the game shed and all the options for adult and kid entertainment. Also loved the huge arrange of dvd’s to choose from. Love sitting on the veranda drinking coffee while enjoying the evenings by the firepit. Fabulous experience trip and experience!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Marvelous Mountain Retreat

What a beautiful, well taken care of, clean, fun place to visit. The property, home and cottage are exactly as described. Check in was easy and all of the instructions provided were very helpful. There was plenty of room for 11 of us (9 adults and two kids under 3). The property is park-like and there are so many games to play we barely left to do other things. The gas fire ring was perfect for an evening under the stars. We very much enjoyed seeing the wild turkeys, deer and squirrels roam through the property as well. I would highly recommend the home and cottage to anyone wanting a mountain get-a-way with family and/or friends.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

17 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Home Getaway

We had a memorable and wonderful experience. We celebrated our grandson’s 2nd birthday. We stayed in the cottage and the rest of our family stayed in the main house. The property grounds are beautiful and immaculately maintained. The homes was clean and tidy as well as tastefully decorated. Comfortable, cozy very relaxing. . It shows pride of ownership. They provide guests with all sorts of recreation equipment to enjoy. We had such a great time and highly recommend this listing. We hope to go back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita K., SACRAMENTO

9 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Marvelous Mountain House

Upon arrival we were struck by the extraordinary landscape and welcoming home. Throughout our stay, the pleasure of this vacation site exceeded our anticipation. The property and home are meticulously cared for. The amenities are plentiful. The owners are most kind and accommodating. Truly the most wonderful vacation property we have ever stayed at. We are all hoping to return.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C., Oakland CA

22 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of heaven nestled in paradise

Wonderful experience in every way!!! The owners have done an amazing job making this home totally comfy, beautiful, and perfectly organized with every possible amenity. Both the home and the property are truly wonderful. The owners were SUPERB at communicating both before and during our visit. Highest recommendation for a family trip to this beautiful area. We hope to return again. Thank you for everything!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

9 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing family cabin

Our large family recently stayed at this beautiful house in Twain Harte. We were so pleased with how the owners had thought of every detail! From the comfy furniture, to the large selection of movies and games, there was plenty to do for our kids of all ages. The outdoor game shed was stocked with so many fun activities that we ran out of time before we could use them all! The separate cottage was amazing and was well worth adding to have space for all of our kids and grandkids to come along on this trip. The area is beautiful for taking walks and is really close to restaurants and groceries if needed. We really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin W., San Jose

7 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay!

I highly recommend this home. It’s a beautiful home on a lovely plot of land. There is so much to do! The owner provides a huge variety of outdoor games and a large fire pit with cozy chairs. Inside there is an enormous DVD library. We watched some old favorites! The neighborhood is beautiful and wonderful to walk around. Downtown Twain Harte is nearby and so cute. Sonora is a short drive away and has a variety or shops and restaurants. We went to the snow park which was a total blast and an easy drive due to no snow on the roads. This place would be excellent to stay any time of the year. The owner was communicative and detail oriented. The home is kept in immaculate condition. Great trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022