Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
4.7
Outstanding(92 Reviews)

Cabin in Twain Harte, CA

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this cabin rental

We hope you enjoy your stay in our mountain home.

Your stay will be in our rustic, relaxing cabin with an unconventional layout. Dandelion’s Lair features 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms. There is a fully equipped kitchen, with plates, silverware, pots, pans and everything you need to make a homemade meal. The Dining table seats 6 with a view of the front deck. The Living Room features a comfy reading chair and two large couches for maximum seating. A game table provides an area for family fun - along with a bookshelf of games. (During Christmas, we decorate with a tree, wreath and stockings.)

We regularly use our vacation home and love sharing it with others when we are not using it. We hope you love it as much as we do.

SOME IMPORTANT ITEMS AND INSTRUCTIONS:

RULES & REGULATIONS: See Attached Document
TV/DVD: There is a DVD player - feel free to bring your own DVD's to enjoy a night in! There is WI-FI, basic cable and a Smart TV to login to your favorite streaming accounts.
FIREPLACE/WOOD BURNING STOVE: Please buy your own wood to burn, we do not provide it. Please be careful with fire.
FURNACE: Heat is provided by a forced air gas furnace powered by propane.
CAMPFIRES: We do NOT allow any Campfires on the property, EVER, due to wildland fire danger.
AIR CONDITIONING UNIT: It’s located in the front by the driveway. Please make sure the cover is removed before turning it on inside the house.
HOT WATER HEATER: Located in the kitchen. Please keep it in between “A” and “B” if you have young children, up to “C” if it’s only adults, while you are there. When you leave, turn the dial to the lower setting.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Located outside on the south-east side. If outlets stop working, check the breaker box after removing and turning off the offending appliance. Flip the tripped breaker and “clear” it by switching it all the way off to all the way on. There are power failures, in a forest, when a tree falls, it not only makes a sound, it takes out power lines. In a big winter storm, this can happen multiple times on the same line.
WATER: It’s on for you!
BBQ: There is a propane BBQ grill for your use on the deck off the dining room. Check the propane tank; turn on the tank, and then light. Please clean and cover the BBQ after it cools down. There is also a charcoal grill as well, you must provide your own briquettes. Please do not light the deck on fire.
SHEETS AND TOWELS: are provided, but you may also bring your own. As mentioned, there is 1 queen sized bed, 2 full sized beds, 2 twin beds. Please wash and dry one load of used sheets or towels before you leave. All other used linens may be placed on the floor in front of the washer. You may leave a load drying in the dyer if you do not have enough time to finish. (Unless very soiled, comforters and blankets do not need to be placed in front of the washer - we wash these regularly offsite, as our machine cannot handle the large load.)
NEIGHBORS: they are all friendly, nice people. Please say 'Hello' and be considerate.
THE DRIVEWAY is narrow, needing ALL WHEEL DRIVE to make it up in WINTER. In winter, it's an icy slide of doom for any 2 wheel drive vehicle. We are not responsible for any injuries or damage you do with a 2 wheel drive car. ALL WHEEL DRIVE OR 4 Wheel Drive is recommended and required in WINTER. AWD not required in other seasons. We are at 3700 foot elevation, which is roughly the snow line for colder winter storms.
GARBAGE: we have garbage and recycling pickups on Mondays.

3 bedroom, 2.5 bath cabin with Twain Harte Lake Membership Privileges!
Classic Twain Harte Cabin. Lots of Knotty Pine in this rustic home. 2 blocks from down town Twain Harte so it is just a short walk. ACTIVE LAKE MEMBERSHIP so bring the family and friends and enjoy Twain Harte Lake especially during the summer. Lots of room inside the bedrooms of this 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath cabin. One of the bathrooms has a skylight in the shower! Yard is fenced for the small ones, either kids or dogs. Parking for 2-3 cars. Open kitchen and dining. 40 minute drive to Dodge Ridge and Lake Pinecrest or up the hill to Kennedy Meadows for hiking and fishing. Two hours to Yosemite for a day trip for 20 minutes to Sonora for movies and fun shopping.
Come visit Dandelion's Lair, a cabin all on one level, steps in between living room and kitchen and primary suite, with pine and oak trees filtering the light! The bedrooms have a queen in the primary, a bunk bed with a full on bottom and a twin mattress on top in the bunk room, and a 3rd bedroom with a full sized bed and twin!

Activities include the following:
Twain Harte Lake Access between Memorial Weekend and Labor Day weekend in Summer. Welcome to Twain Harte Lake, a little slice of paradise in the heart of the Sierras. Created through construction of a dam in 1928, this private, membership lake provides 40 acres of unlimited fun and enjoyment. Many family cabins, built in the early years, are still owned by descendants of the original owners bringing a remarkable sense of history to the daily life of this community.
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the Lake is enjoyed by lake members, their families and guests, along with those who rent the cabins owned by Lake Members. You will be captivated by the crystal clear lake, and starry night skies, and all that the community of Twain Harte has to offer.

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, Black Oak Casino, Pinecrest Lake Resort, Horse Back Riding, Aspen Meadow Pack Station, Kennedy Meadows,

Cave Tours, Mercer Caverns , California Cavern, Moaning Caverns, The Great Outdoors, Yosemite National Park, Stanislaus National Forest,

Other Activities

• Pinecrest Lake, a great place for boating

•Hiking

•Skiing

•Snow boarding

•Cross-country Skiing(Around Summit Ranger District

•Snow Play( Contact Summit or Miwuk Rangers Stations)

•Snow Mobiles(Around Summit Ranger District)

•Historic Trolley 49 service

•Take a tour at Iron Station Vineyards

We require a 3 night minimum booking for Holiday Weekends, Such as, but not limited to: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

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Reviews

4.7
Outstanding(92 Reviews)
4.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2024
The price is reasonable, and there is central ac. The location is good, and the laundry is great. But the house is showing its wear in places. Every step sounds like a herd of animals as many floorboards creak loudly at every step. The house was caked in dust, and none of the linens were set on any of the beds, which was an annoying inconvenience. That said, the Manager brought back the cleaners and replaced the ac filter upon our loud complaints. I found the AC system filter the recycling bin and it was covered in 3 inches of "fur." I bring that up because it is sympotamic of the house not being well-maintained. A few burnt out lightbulbs added to that sense, along with a fence about to fall over, cracks in the outside, and a soft stair in the entrance. Even the very basic coffee maker has no auto shutoff. Instead it the Manager seems to rely on Guests to make sure that they don't cause a fire versus replacing a $20 coffee maker. Still, there were positives, and the rental was on the more economical side. Some beds were better than others. Our kids enjoyed the house, and we appreciated the games and books.
5.0
Sep 2024
Great location being close to town and the lake! So much to do in the area!
4.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2024
Pre-visit chat with owner answered questions and was very helpful. Location is great, lake access important for summer fun, and lots of room to spread out. 3adults and 2 small children on this trip but cabin could accommodate a few more. 4 star cleanliness due to decks that needed sweeping and floors that might have been mopped better. But over all, a responsive host and fun cabin for vacation. Would stay again.
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Aug 2024
I would NEVER use this cabin. The seller is not polite and unexpectedly told me to wash and dry all our towels and sheets before leaving at 11 am. I find that policy impossible to do. Eating breakfast for a 5 yr old, packing up PLUS doing laundry before 11 am was impossible for me at 77. He canceled our weekend. Rather than canceling, I would have made the effort to do the laundry and please him. Nope! He cancelled us at the last minute. Inconsiderate to say the least. Be ware of this owner! At your own risk.
5.0
Aug 2024
Great lau out and location
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2024
Quaint old cabin that has a gated deck and front yard that was appreciated. Bedding could use an update all around.
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2024
This is a nice little place, a bit quirky floor plan. For the most part it was clean. There were plenty of dishes but only three glasses. The instructions in the cabin did not show where or how to get to the lake. The deadbolt on the door is a little tricky with the key. The beds were comfortable and the showers were nice. Overall, it was comfortable and a nice place to stay.
2.0
star 3 emptystar 4 emptystar 5 empty
Jul 2024
While we appreciated being able to bring our dogs to this rental, the cabin was not very clean. Also, the beds had not been made. In addition, the previous renter filled the garbage can to the top and there wasn't room for us to put our garbage in (we brought it home with us). So instead of having a happy family memory of our weekend in Twain Harte, we will remember that this cabin totally missed its mark for being clean, comfortable and relaxing.

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Twain Harte?

The average price for a rental in Twain Harte is $272 per night. This rental is $59 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte! 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 Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte!?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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