NORSE HUS in Twain Harte: Large Multi-Family Mountain Home in the Sierra Mtns.
Cabin in Twain Harte, CA
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this cabin rental
Welcome to The Norse Hus!
* Don't forget to bookmark this page for future reference!
* Linens and Towels are provided for up to 12 people, included in your cleaning fee, check the "rates & availability" link at the top of this page.
The Norse Hus (pronounced Norse Hoos) is a beautiful mountain home in a wooded setting. The home has 2,500 square feet of comfortable living and is only a two hour drive from San Francisco East Bay. We are located in the Brentwood Park Neighborhood of Twain Harte on a 2/3 acre lot with lots of trees and privacy.
New in March 2022, the Norse Hus now has central air conditioning.
New in March 2021, guests to Norse Hus will be greeted with a brand new gourmet kitchen!
THE HOUSE IN A NUTSHELL:
4 bedroom, 3 bath, in 2 stories:
* UPPER (MAIN) FLOOR: Large living room, den with fireplace, large kitchen, dining room, master bedroom (which includes a private full master bath and private deck), laundry room, 2nd full bath, and main deck access.
* LOWER FLOOR: Three bedrooms, 3rd bath, and large family room with foosball table and pellet stove.
* THE DECK and front stairs are new in 2015. The deck is accessible from the upper level of the house, and is a wrap-around deck with furniture and barbecue for summer entertaining. The deck also has a large hammock to doze on while listening to the creek.
The Norse Hus is not a sterile income property, but our private vacation home and comes with personal touches that we hope makes your stay in Twain Harte more enjoyable.
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STAYING AT THE NORSE HUS:
The Norse Hus is located in a very peaceful area of Twain Harte known as Brentwood Park. It is only a 1.5 mile walk to downtown, but away from the noise and general business of central Twain Harte.
WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THE NORSE HUS:
1. The Norse Hus is named after our Scandinavian heritage and you will see cultural hints throughout.
2. Size matters! The Norse Hus is 2,500 square feet and has an open floor plan with large living spaces that nicely accommodates groups and families. There are not too many cabin rentals this size in Twain Harte.
3. Privacy in the forest. The cabin is in a neighborhood with larger lots than those in downtown. The cabin is nicely screened with two-thirds of an acre of tall mature pines, cedars, and dogwoods. The property is on some kind of local "deer highway", and it is common for guests to see deer from the deck during their stay.
4. High quality linens for up to 12 people. 500 thread count cotton sheets and sets of towels will be placed on each bed before your arrival.
5. A modern 2-zone forced air heating and air conditioning system will keep you comfortable during the winter and summer.
6. Newer large deck with ample space lots of comfortable outdoor furniture for entertaining in the forest.
7. People love the Norse Hus. We have annual repeat guests going back ten years. See the reviews!
8. Work-from-home while on vacation. WFH features include folding small desks or card tables in bedrooms and excellent WIFI. Multiple people can work in 4 separate bedrooms or in the 3 common living spaces.
9. Spectacular gourmet chef's kitchen that is the social heart of the house with top of the line Zline and Kitchenaid appliances.
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A TOUR THROUGH THE NORSE HUS:
The house is entered from the top (second) story front deck into a large rustic living room with open beam ceilings. With three couches, easy chairs, and ample additional space, the living room is an ideal space for large groups and parties. The living room has a two sliding glass doors that open onto the main outdoor deck. One of two cable-connected TV and DVD players in the house are in this room. This TV is a 55-inch Smart (internet) TV. The corner bookcase has a large assortment of the most popular family board games.
Directly adjacent to the living room is a large spacious kitchen that has all major and minor appliances and plenty of room for multiple cooks. Adjoining the kitchen and large living room is a smaller intimate den with a fireplace, comfortable seats and another couch. This (den) room has sliding glass doors that open out onto the main side deck and a second one that opens to the rear deck where the barbeque sits.
The living room sliding glass doors open onto an enormous deck that wraps from the front to the side and finally the back. The side deck is 16 feet by 32 feet and has and expandable table and chairs for eight to twelve plus a large folded picnic table and stacked chairs that can be added to accommodate a large number of people. The main deck also has a cozy grouping of couches and chairs. There are two barbecues one gas and one charcoal (charcoal BBQ is under deck). The entire deck is graced with mood setting Edison-type bistro string lights and outdoor speakers.
With the three inter-connecting rooms (Living-Kitchen-Den) and multiple deck access points, the upstairs can accommodate a substantial number of people without feeling crowded, even in winter without use of the deck.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a dining room with mid-century dining set and buffet table that can seat up to ten people with the internal butterfly leaf. There is also a drop-leaf folding table in the dining room and folding chairs in the master closet that can be used to expand the dining room seating. Adjacent to the dining room is the upstairs bathroom with a large comfortable shower.
The final living space upstairs is the master bedroom. The "Bear's Lair" is a spacious Master that has a king bed. There is also one Graco porta-crib in the closet. The master has two large windows with views into the forest, and a small private deck. Lastly there is a comfortable master bath with two sinks, vanity and tub.
From the living room a stair case descends to the lower floor, opening up to a large family room equipped with two more couches, a foosball table, a pellet stove, and second cable-connected TV (this TV is not a smart TV, but has a comcast cable box that makes the TV function as a smart TV). Three bedrooms and a bath with large shower all open into the family room. The lower floor is often a great place for kids to have their own space away from the adults upstairs, but not completely separated.
At the base of the stairs is bathroom number three with a large shower, and bedroom number two, which we call 'The Troll Room.' This room has a queen sized bed plus a single bed, and it is decorated with troll artwork pine cones and rustic Nordic ski pictures.
The next downstairs bedroom is 'The Bunk House.' This makes a great kid room, but can also accommodate adults. The Bunk House has two sets of bunk beds, one with two singles and one with a double and a single.
The fourth and final bedroom downstairs is called 'The Wine Cave.' This room is a cozy and charming little oasis away from general activity of the house. It has a double bed and is decorated in a wine country theme.
Off the family room is a door to the two car garage. There is one space available for parking inside the garage.
There are two TV's with DVD's in the house and WiFi internet. Both TV's are connected to (comcast) cable, and there is an endless array of movies and other DVD's for all ages. The upstairs TV is a smart TV connected directly to cable . You can log onto your own Netflix account or connect your laptop with the provided HDMI cable. The second standard TV is downstairs in the family room, connected to the internet through WiFi, and has smart TV capability.
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A TOUR OF THE PROPERTY:
The property around the Norse Hus is densely forested and distinctly private. The trees are nicely mixed with Ponderosa Pine, Douglas Fir, Red Cedar, Black Oak, Canyon Oak, all with a beautiful understory of over 20 native Dogwood trees.
While the house is in a neighborhood, it is nicely separated from adjacent cabins. A low flow shallow brook meanders along the north property line. It runs year round except on rare occasions, typically around September or October. A tire swing is nearby, and together with the brook, children will be occupied for hours.
At the rear of the property is a full sized horseshoe pit. You will find horseshoes hanging on the outside wall by the back garage pass door. And finally around to the south side of the house is a flexible flat open area.
Including the driveway, and street frontage there is room for eight cars at the Norse Hus.
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Special Note Regarding Swimming Options: This cabin is just outside the Twain Harte lake area, so it does not have privileges at that lake. Here are a list of some swimming options near Twain Harte:
1. Pinecrest Lake is a beautiful alpine lake about a 20 minute drive up highway 108. It has a free beach for swimming and a marina with boat rentals. There are restrooms, barbeques picnic tables and hiking trails. There is also a general store restaurant and snack shack. Pinecrest lake is stocked with fish.
2. Twain Harte Community Pool is located in downtown Twain Harte across the street from the Rock Restaurant and behind the Blossom Cafe.
3. Stanislaus River runs near Twain Harte and can be accessed in a number of locations. The closest location is three miles up the road on South Fork Road/Italian Bar Road. Park at the bridge and walk down the river. You can also find Stanislaus River swimming locations at Long Barn, Strawberry and at the Fraser Flat Campground about 15 minutes up highway 108.
4. New Melones Lake is an excellent water ski lake just north of Jamestown.
Surveillance cameras are on the property pointing toward the property lines. Interior and exterior living spaces are NOT in view of any cameras on this property. There is one camera facing the street, one facing toward the south property, and one facing toward the rear of the property.
* Don't forget to bookmark this page for future reference!
* Linens and Towels are provided for up to 12 people, included in your cleaning fee, check the "rates & availability" link at the top of this page.
The Norse Hus (pronounced Norse Hoos) is a beautiful mountain home in a wooded setting. The home has 2,500 square feet of comfortable living and is only a two hour drive from San Francisco East Bay. We are located in the Brentwood Park Neighborhood of Twain Harte on a 2/3 acre lot with lots of trees and privacy.
New in March 2022, the Norse Hus now has central air conditioning.
New in March 2021, guests to Norse Hus will be greeted with a brand new gourmet kitchen!
THE HOUSE IN A NUTSHELL:
4 bedroom, 3 bath, in 2 stories:
* UPPER (MAIN) FLOOR: Large living room, den with fireplace, large kitchen, dining room, master bedroom (which includes a private full master bath and private deck), laundry room, 2nd full bath, and main deck access.
* LOWER FLOOR: Three bedrooms, 3rd bath, and large family room with foosball table and pellet stove.
* THE DECK and front stairs are new in 2015. The deck is accessible from the upper level of the house, and is a wrap-around deck with furniture and barbecue for summer entertaining. The deck also has a large hammock to doze on while listening to the creek.
The Norse Hus is not a sterile income property, but our private vacation home and comes with personal touches that we hope makes your stay in Twain Harte more enjoyable.
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STAYING AT THE NORSE HUS:
The Norse Hus is located in a very peaceful area of Twain Harte known as Brentwood Park. It is only a 1.5 mile walk to downtown, but away from the noise and general business of central Twain Harte.
WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THE NORSE HUS:
1. The Norse Hus is named after our Scandinavian heritage and you will see cultural hints throughout.
2. Size matters! The Norse Hus is 2,500 square feet and has an open floor plan with large living spaces that nicely accommodates groups and families. There are not too many cabin rentals this size in Twain Harte.
3. Privacy in the forest. The cabin is in a neighborhood with larger lots than those in downtown. The cabin is nicely screened with two-thirds of an acre of tall mature pines, cedars, and dogwoods. The property is on some kind of local "deer highway", and it is common for guests to see deer from the deck during their stay.
4. High quality linens for up to 12 people. 500 thread count cotton sheets and sets of towels will be placed on each bed before your arrival.
5. A modern 2-zone forced air heating and air conditioning system will keep you comfortable during the winter and summer.
6. Newer large deck with ample space lots of comfortable outdoor furniture for entertaining in the forest.
7. People love the Norse Hus. We have annual repeat guests going back ten years. See the reviews!
8. Work-from-home while on vacation. WFH features include folding small desks or card tables in bedrooms and excellent WIFI. Multiple people can work in 4 separate bedrooms or in the 3 common living spaces.
9. Spectacular gourmet chef's kitchen that is the social heart of the house with top of the line Zline and Kitchenaid appliances.
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A TOUR THROUGH THE NORSE HUS:
The house is entered from the top (second) story front deck into a large rustic living room with open beam ceilings. With three couches, easy chairs, and ample additional space, the living room is an ideal space for large groups and parties. The living room has a two sliding glass doors that open onto the main outdoor deck. One of two cable-connected TV and DVD players in the house are in this room. This TV is a 55-inch Smart (internet) TV. The corner bookcase has a large assortment of the most popular family board games.
Directly adjacent to the living room is a large spacious kitchen that has all major and minor appliances and plenty of room for multiple cooks. Adjoining the kitchen and large living room is a smaller intimate den with a fireplace, comfortable seats and another couch. This (den) room has sliding glass doors that open out onto the main side deck and a second one that opens to the rear deck where the barbeque sits.
The living room sliding glass doors open onto an enormous deck that wraps from the front to the side and finally the back. The side deck is 16 feet by 32 feet and has and expandable table and chairs for eight to twelve plus a large folded picnic table and stacked chairs that can be added to accommodate a large number of people. The main deck also has a cozy grouping of couches and chairs. There are two barbecues one gas and one charcoal (charcoal BBQ is under deck). The entire deck is graced with mood setting Edison-type bistro string lights and outdoor speakers.
With the three inter-connecting rooms (Living-Kitchen-Den) and multiple deck access points, the upstairs can accommodate a substantial number of people without feeling crowded, even in winter without use of the deck.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a dining room with mid-century dining set and buffet table that can seat up to ten people with the internal butterfly leaf. There is also a drop-leaf folding table in the dining room and folding chairs in the master closet that can be used to expand the dining room seating. Adjacent to the dining room is the upstairs bathroom with a large comfortable shower.
The final living space upstairs is the master bedroom. The "Bear's Lair" is a spacious Master that has a king bed. There is also one Graco porta-crib in the closet. The master has two large windows with views into the forest, and a small private deck. Lastly there is a comfortable master bath with two sinks, vanity and tub.
From the living room a stair case descends to the lower floor, opening up to a large family room equipped with two more couches, a foosball table, a pellet stove, and second cable-connected TV (this TV is not a smart TV, but has a comcast cable box that makes the TV function as a smart TV). Three bedrooms and a bath with large shower all open into the family room. The lower floor is often a great place for kids to have their own space away from the adults upstairs, but not completely separated.
At the base of the stairs is bathroom number three with a large shower, and bedroom number two, which we call 'The Troll Room.' This room has a queen sized bed plus a single bed, and it is decorated with troll artwork pine cones and rustic Nordic ski pictures.
The next downstairs bedroom is 'The Bunk House.' This makes a great kid room, but can also accommodate adults. The Bunk House has two sets of bunk beds, one with two singles and one with a double and a single.
The fourth and final bedroom downstairs is called 'The Wine Cave.' This room is a cozy and charming little oasis away from general activity of the house. It has a double bed and is decorated in a wine country theme.
Off the family room is a door to the two car garage. There is one space available for parking inside the garage.
There are two TV's with DVD's in the house and WiFi internet. Both TV's are connected to (comcast) cable, and there is an endless array of movies and other DVD's for all ages. The upstairs TV is a smart TV connected directly to cable . You can log onto your own Netflix account or connect your laptop with the provided HDMI cable. The second standard TV is downstairs in the family room, connected to the internet through WiFi, and has smart TV capability.
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A TOUR OF THE PROPERTY:
The property around the Norse Hus is densely forested and distinctly private. The trees are nicely mixed with Ponderosa Pine, Douglas Fir, Red Cedar, Black Oak, Canyon Oak, all with a beautiful understory of over 20 native Dogwood trees.
While the house is in a neighborhood, it is nicely separated from adjacent cabins. A low flow shallow brook meanders along the north property line. It runs year round except on rare occasions, typically around September or October. A tire swing is nearby, and together with the brook, children will be occupied for hours.
At the rear of the property is a full sized horseshoe pit. You will find horseshoes hanging on the outside wall by the back garage pass door. And finally around to the south side of the house is a flexible flat open area.
Including the driveway, and street frontage there is room for eight cars at the Norse Hus.
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Special Note Regarding Swimming Options: This cabin is just outside the Twain Harte lake area, so it does not have privileges at that lake. Here are a list of some swimming options near Twain Harte:
1. Pinecrest Lake is a beautiful alpine lake about a 20 minute drive up highway 108. It has a free beach for swimming and a marina with boat rentals. There are restrooms, barbeques picnic tables and hiking trails. There is also a general store restaurant and snack shack. Pinecrest lake is stocked with fish.
2. Twain Harte Community Pool is located in downtown Twain Harte across the street from the Rock Restaurant and behind the Blossom Cafe.
3. Stanislaus River runs near Twain Harte and can be accessed in a number of locations. The closest location is three miles up the road on South Fork Road/Italian Bar Road. Park at the bridge and walk down the river. You can also find Stanislaus River swimming locations at Long Barn, Strawberry and at the Fraser Flat Campground about 15 minutes up highway 108.
4. New Melones Lake is an excellent water ski lake just north of Jamestown.
Surveillance cameras are on the property pointing toward the property lines. Interior and exterior living spaces are NOT in view of any cameras on this property. There is one camera facing the street, one facing toward the south property, and one facing toward the rear of the property.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Family friendly
Map of Twain Harte, CA
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean and well stocked property was perfect for our family reunion!
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed at the NORSE HUS with 2 other families and we loved it! The house is beautifully decorated and the kitchen is amazing and well stocked! Everything is labeled so it's easy to put things back where they belong. The expandable table in the dining room allowed all of us (12) people to sit down at the same time which was very nice! We drove up 20-30 minutes to enjoy some snow play and had an amazing time!
Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Aliz
10.0 / 10.0
Our family had an amazing time, its super spacious! Cabin had everything to keep everyone entertained. Will definitely be back!
8.0 / 10.0
We had a great time at Norse Hus. The cabin is very spacious and the decor is cozy. The kitchen is newly remodeled and is lovely. It was very well-stocked. We had a chef in our group and he was surprised how well it was stocked in comparison to many other places we have rented. Not much snow at the cabin, but just 30 minutes away we found a great little spot to play where there were hardly any people and tons of snow. Not much to do in Twain Harte. Most of the stores are closed down or just closed so we went shopping in downtown Sonora which had some cute shops. We were thinking a summer trip would have been better for us as there seems to be a lot of activities to do in warmer weather.
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed here to be in close proximity to Dodge Ridge so we could snowboard a couple of days. Unfortunately we were rained out off the mountain and didn’t get to snowboard. FORTUNATELY, we were at NORSHUS and nobody was too sad missing out on snowboarding because the cabin was AMAZING!! We played games, told stories next to the fireplace, watched movies and made great memories with friends and family. Thanks for letting us stay at your cabin.
Chris
10.0 / 10.0
I recommend this location close to downtown Twaine Hart
10.0 / 10.0
It was our 50th anniversary and we wanted to gather our entire family for the week. Since one our sons has a vacation home around the corner, Norse Has looked to fit the bill perfectly. It was ready to move into and everything the pictures promised. We were able to walk between the houses easily.
Norse Has was fitted out with everything that was needed for our stay. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and fun to cook in.
The patio offered a perfect place to gather for cocktails and meals. Our grandchildren loved exploring the property and the tire swing was a huge hit. It was the last thing our 3 year old granddaughter did before we left.
Thank you for opening your home...it was such a wonderful and memorable experience. We will be back!
Kathi and Mike
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic!!!
Roger’s home is fantastic. The mid-century decor coupled with the cabin feel is done perfectly. The kitchen is a dream. It has everything you need. I would absolutely stay in this home again.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing home and location for family vacation
We walked into a beautiful home that was very clean and comfortable. The entire process was easy from booking, getting access and checking out. We had a wonderful time as a family with a 3 year old, 6, 8 and 11 year olds and 6 adults as well as our lab.
The kids enjoyed the house and surrounding area including playing in the small creek by the house and the rope swing. Lots of amenities nearby; we golfed the 9 hole course nearby, played peewee golf with the kids, had ice cream in Twain Harte, played at Pinecrest Lake and found an even better place to swim in kayak which we'd highly recommend, Beardsley Lake.
Thank you Roger for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. We hope to make this an annual event.
10.0 / 10.0
A wonderful home!
This is a wonderful home and we truly appreciated being able to stay there for a family gathering with extended members who reside in Twain Harte. The home is finely appointed and has EVERYTHING you need should you want to prepare meals in a large kitchen. However, in our visit the outstanding feature was probably the large deck where we spent the majority of our time. We used the homes windows to cool it at night and never had to use air conditioning even though temperatures were into the 90's during the day which allowed everyone to sleep well during our four nights.
Our thanks go out to the owner!
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy cabin in great location
I booked this for my family of 8 adults and grandkids. It was perfect and the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms are nice, and the kitchen is awesome and has everything you need to cook your meal. It sits on beautiful property and a nice neighborhood to walk around and close to downtown for some fun like the kids park, the restaurants and cute shops. Hope to stay again!
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy, clean, and well appointed
We stayed at the Norse Hus for my birthday weekend, check in was a breeze, the house was better than the pictures! Fantastic kitchen with everything you need, great deck and bbq grill, comfy beds, lots of games, and the house Manuel was very detailed and lost great hikes and activities close by. The location is just a short drive to hikes and town in a really quite neighborhood. This house has it all for a great mountain getaway!
10.0 / 10.0
First time ever and it was great.
Spacious cabin that feels like a home.. not just a property rental. Even though we brought most everything we needed.. we did not have to because it had everything a person could need. It is family friendly.. stuff for ALL ages. It is in good driving distance from town, snow play and ski resort. This was my families first time renting a cabin as well as being in Twain Harte. We enjoyed the snow and warm cozy evenings. Very peaceful and quiet. Roger was kind, very responsive and good communicator. If I have the opportunity to do this again, I will!!
10.0 / 10.0
Nice slice of serenity
My family stayed at the cabin for a week and had a great time. We managed to come right when the leaves were changing colors which was gorgeous. Roger was a great host and was quick to communicate with us when the power went out, or to help us resolve any issues that arose during our stay. The property was a bit closer to the neighbors than we had expected, but as it was the slow time of the year there weren't many neighbors around so it still felt secluded. Our family enjoyed walking the Tuolumne Ditch which was quite nice.
The most stressful part of the trip though is the trash situation. Roger was gracious enough to let us fill the trashcan full after our stay as well since the cabin was not booked after us, but in all honesty for a group of 7 people that was cooking all their meals at the cabin, the trash situation was tight. While I can appreciate trying to keep costs down, the stress of having to "pack out" any extra trash was a bit of a downer, especially since it didn't feel like we were making an excessive amount, it's just a lot of people for a small trash can.
10.0 / 10.0
A perfect weekend for a wedding
The house was such an awesome place to retreat to with our family as we all gathered for a wedding. We relaxed and caught up together. The accomodations were exactly as advertised... And then some. The deck offered us all a place to gather, eat, drink and talk. I'm so happy we chose Norse Hus. It was a perfect place to call home even for a quick getaway... I'm thinking of a winter getaway next... The owner is super responsive and accompanying. Pride of ownership is apparent in the complete experience.
10.0 / 10.0
Great for large family Gatherings
Beautiful decks outside for entertaining. Enjoyed the Norway heritage decor.The gourmet kitchen was well stocked and the heart of the house. The downstairs family room and foosball
table was a hit. The large spacious property was great for kids to run around and explore. We would rent this home again!
10.0 / 10.0
Family Vacation
Our stay was great. Very worm but we made it work. Would stay again in cooler weather.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful week under the pine trees!
My extended family and I had the most wonderful time amidst the beautiful pine trees in Twain Harte. We loved how large and spacious the cabin is so that the 12 of us never felt like we were on top of each other. The cabin is well organized and the owner has thought of many details that make the cabin great and memorable. We cooked together, ate together, played games together and star gazed together on the big deck. We really had a wonderful time and we look forward to possibly renting it again in the future. Thank you for sharing your lovely cabin with us.
10.0 / 10.0
family time
The property was great. It was very hot when we went. The portable AC helped a little. The over all experience was great. Our family had a fantastic time. We would rent it again, but maybe when its cooler. We love Twain Harte.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful home
Very spacious. Was perfect for our family. The deck with nice to hangout and BBQ in the evenings when it was a lot cooler outside.
10.0 / 10.0
Surpassed our expectations
Norhus surpassed our expectations. The house is spacious and well equipped including everything you could ask for in the kitchen as well as toys, children's books, a tire swing, and a foosball table. The deck is vast and we were pleasantly surprised to find a small creek on the property, which kept our toddler quite busy. Expect lots of deer and friendly neighbors. Roger provided guidance on what to do in the area and we really enjoyed all of the hikes he recommended. Can't recommend enough!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing house in quiet surroundings
This house is incredibly well-equipped (especially the kitchen!) with absolutely everything you could need for a summer or winter stay. There was plenty of room indoors and outdoors for our group of 9 and the house was absolutely spotless when we arrived. We loved hanging out on the deck watching the deer. Thank you so much!
10.0 / 10.0
Yearly favorite!
We've been going to Norse Hus for about 6 years straight and our same group always looks forward to this trip. We spend 90% of our time on the deck, hanging out, playing games, conversating, and listening to music.
It is very easy to work with the owner, Roger. He's very responsive.
Anyone who stays here, will very much enjoy this very well taken care of property.
Thank you Roger!
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxation
Great place to stay. It was secluded and very peaceful and quiet. This is exactly what we were looking for. The cabin itself is very clean and spaceous, and so was the deck. The owner himself, was very responsive to all questions. We literally had answers within minutes of asking them. There was a minor issue/mix-up with towels, but a quick 5 minute phone call with the owner resolved it. We were very happy with our accomodations.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place for family and kids!!
We loved our stay. The place was clean and very well organized. Things are clearly marked. The kids had a great time and had plenty of space to play. We will definitely be back!.
Thanks!
10.0 / 10.0
Enjoyable Stay!
Nors Hus was the perfect home away from home. It was comfortable, stocked with games for all ages, and centrally located to hiking trails and access to snow. All three generations in our group had a wonderful time!
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy house in the trees
Great house! Accommodated our group with ease. Would definitely recommend this house, as we will probably end up renting from them again.
10.0 / 10.0
BEAUTIFUL
Pictures don't do justice! it's beautiful and the owner is very great at communicating. We had a big group and the house was perfect because there's plenty of room for everybody to feel comfortable and move around without feeling crowded.
The only complaint I have is quiet time is 10pm, everyday we followed the house rules to the T but, of course the "neighbors" weren't too happy with the loud music we were playing, Why have the speakers on the outside deck, if this is an issue?
The approach from a not so friendly neighbor to my kids as they were playing games on the deck should not have happened cause I got a call and a text from the owner to turn down the music, all I have to say is He's Lucky my husband or cousins were NOT outside when he decided to do a walk by with his Rude Remarks.
We've been to Twaine Harte 4 years in a row, stayed at multiple cabins, do the same type of family gatherings, loud music, family enjoying each others company and we've never had a complain but, I know it's not the owners fault, thank you again for letting us enjoy your beautiful home and if your a big crowd, this is the Perfect Home for you.
10.0 / 10.0
5th year in the books!
A 5th year of a great stay at Nors Hus has been etched in the books. Our group thoroughly enjoys going there for our annual marriage group get together.
The owner is always updating and improving this home. This year we saw the Shlage lock system which was so easy and no need to carry a key. Secondly noticed a few new decor pieces and brand new toilets! :).
I'd say the only thing missing is access to a local lake, but know this is not a possibility at this time.
Roger, it's such a pleasure to stay at your place each year.
Blessings to you!
10.0 / 10.0
Great property. Great space enjoyed by our 9 member family and small dog
The Ravenstaad Norse Hus is lovely and it's obvious the owners cherish it dearly. The layout was perfect for our large multiple family vacation over Thanksgiving and they were willing to let us bring our dog along. The kitchen was very well equipped. The beds were comfortable. Everything was very clean. The owner's Norwegian family roots were prevalent throughout and made everyone decide Norway is on their bucket list. We would definitely return to the Norse Hus.
10.0 / 10.0
AWESOME SPOT!
A group of 18 recently spent our family reunion at the Norse Hus. Like many others, most of our time was spent on the deck and in the living room in groups - with plenty of room! I was stoked to find a full kitchen with just about every seasoning imaginable, plenty of utensils and even a large crock pot that was PERFECT for taco night. Popular vote = "lets come back here" with a special gold star vote from Mom who loved having a cup of coffee in the morning while visiting with the friendly deer.
I was concerned that it might be warm without air conditioning but was happy to find that the house was comfortable with the help of fans. My only suggestion would be to maybe bring along an extra fan for anyone that may suffer from hot flashes. :)
A great time was had by all. High five to Roger for sharing his wonderful house with others. Thanks so much! - Sandy
8.0 / 10.0
Family reunion
“We were in town for a family reunion and had 3 families with kids and grandbabies stay at this lovely well-maintained home. All we needed was provided in the well-stocked kitchen and numerous bedrooms. We enjoyed great BBQ and conversations on the expansive deck and watching the NBA playoffs in the large living room. Morning coffee with the deer in the backyard was a special treat! We definitely recommend the home and will come back when we can.”
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely and comfortable!
Our group of seven spent four wonderful days at Norse Hus. The home is very spacious and sits in a beautiful area with evergreen trees, Pacific Magnolas and a graceful trio of deer. It was a great place as a get-away. The home is also about an hour from Yosemite.
We hope to plan another visit there.
Mary Mahon
10.0 / 10.0
Family getaway
Luved it and didn't want to leave will b back at xmas.Much bigger than the pictures show you. Everything u need is there and then some.
10.0 / 10.0
Norse Hus
Fabulous big house for a large group -- just as described, with lots of games for kids.
10.0 / 10.0
Spacious, clean, homey, with lots of little surprises!
Everything was perfect for us! A suggestion for the future is to upgrade at least one toilet to the higher level seat for elderly or disabled. Great property!!
10.0 / 10.0
As advertised!
The house suited our families perfectly . Plenty of room for everyone to have their space or be together as a family . The man enjoy the horseshoe pit and the kids just enjoy running around. I can see why people come back year after year .
8.0 / 10.0
Keeps getting better!
This is our 3rd stay at Nors Hus and all of our repeat group was very pleased with the new upgrades since our visit last summer. The new outdoor furniture, the deck lights really added to the ambiance since we spent 95% of our time on the deck if we weren't in the kitchen or at Pine Crest lake. The only reason for no 5 stars, is because we'd like to see at least another smaller fridge in garage and outdoor garbage can is pretty small. We bring all of our food and cook all our meals for 16 people (breakfast, lunch, dinner) so we have lots to store, but it maybe not the norm for most visitors...The oven seems to still not cook fast or at the temp set, a few things we made took a lot longer than it should.
One of the great things about booking Nors Hus is that owner Roger is always very responsive if you have any questions, before booking, during and after stay, and that is 5 star service in my opinion. Whenever we go to Twain Harte, this will always be our first choice!
Thank you Ravenstad for opening up your home, we always enjoy our time there.
8.0 / 10.0
Family Summer Vacation
This home is an excellent spot for a large family or multi family gathering. There are multiple spaces for children to play games or small groups to gather for conversation. The kitchen is well stocked with all the supplies one needs for meal prep. The deck is a nice size for large group visits and meals.
Overall, I highly recommend this property!
10.0 / 10.0
The cabin was exactly how it was described.
My family enjoyed the staying here so much we hope to go back soon. The directions provided were a lifesaver and the cabin had everything you need for a wonderful time. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway.
Watching the deers walk by the deck throughout the day was just one of the many highlights of our stay.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Twain Harte?
The average price for a rental in Twain Harte is R 4,859 per night. This rental is R 3,483 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at NORSE HUS in Twain Harte: Large Multi-Family Mountain Home in the Sierra Mtns.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at NORSE HUS in Twain Harte: Large Multi-Family Mountain Home in the Sierra Mtns.. Enjoy the water!
Is NORSE HUS in Twain Harte: Large Multi-Family Mountain Home in the Sierra Mtns. pet friendly?
Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at NORSE HUS in Twain Harte: Large Multi-Family Mountain Home in the Sierra Mtns.?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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