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

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Twain Harte, CA
  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf
    9 min walk
  • Twain Harte Lake
    12 min walk
  • Twain Harte Golf Course
    13 min walk

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About the area

Twain Harte

On lake.You'll find Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Twain Harte Lake within a 15-minute walk of this Twain Harte cabin. Twain Harte Golf Course and Brentwood Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Twain Harte Lake - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Twain Harte Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 29 min drive - 26.5 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Oak Casino Resort - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jumping Coyote Espresso - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cover's Apple Ranch - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Day-O Espresso 3 - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

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

3 bedroom, 2.5 bath cabin with Twain Harte Lake Membership Privileges!
Classic Twain Harte Cabin. Lots of Knotty Pine in this pristine 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 children. 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, with pine and oak trees filtering the light! The bedrooms have a queen in the master, a bunk bed with a full on bottom and a twin mattress on top, 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.

Property manager

Mike Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1198 sq ft (111 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Garen C., Oakland, CA

Disliked: Cleanliness
House needs some TLC and better cleaning
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N., Martinez, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great as always!
Great location being close to town and the lake! So much to do in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Denise G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Typical TH cabin
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeannie A.

Owner kept the secret we'd have to do all laundry before leaving!
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great lau out and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angela S.

Dog friendly cabin
Quaint old cabin that has a gated deck and front yard that was appreciated. Bedding could use an update all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Martin B.

Nestled in the Woods
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Robin M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Our stay
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B., San Ramon, ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient, well stocked cabin.
Cabin was well stocked and clean. The air conditioning in the house was a huge plus during the hot weather we had. We will definitely come back again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ernie G.

Twain Harte cabin!
Loved the cabin and definitely well stocked. The cleanliness needed to be improved. Floors were not clean, Propane problem unable to use BBQ…. That was disappointing and property management was no help. Loved the use of private lake, huge plus with small children. Door bolt lock was difficult to unlock, need to play and jiggle key.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

victoria d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday get away!
Clean, quiet, well stocked, and comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway place for families
Loved this quaint cabin with lake access. It was larger than expected with plenty of room for our family of 5 and loaded with lots of games, books and movies for entertainment. The kitchen was well equipped and the cozy dining area with large table was perfect for family meals. It was a 20min walk to the private lake through scenic woods and beautiful cabins, and a 10 min walk downtown. Our kids did not want to leave. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Laura L.

Vintage cabin
The layout of the cabin worked well for us, with each room having a bathroom nearby. The location of the cabin is very close to town and to the lake. Although there was occasional road noise, it was mainly quiet. We didn't feel the cabin floor had been cleaned, our bare feet became very dirty after a short time walking around the kitchen/dining area. As others have mentioned, the cabin feels cluttered, but the upside is you can find just about anything you need. The keurig was not working for us, and there was an issue with the freezer door not staying closed and thus beeping unless held with tape. It seemed like something the manager was not aware of when I mentioned it to him. The beds were comfortable, as was the furniture. The cabin is situated in a cluster of other cabins which was not a problem, but between the inside and outside, for me, it seemed that there was too much stuff everywhere. Overall, this was a good stay. If you know what to expect, this cabin can easily meet your needs and you can have a great time visiting town & the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cabin in the Mountains
This Cabin was perfect for my family's weekend ski trip to Dodge Ridge. My daughter loved the bunkbed and the whole house was cozy. The Cabin had a smart TV and the kids were able to stream their favorite shows. The location was very great, Twain Hart has a cute little downtown area a few minutes from the cabin where I was able to get anything I needed. The check-in/out process was seamless and I had no issues with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin, great location
The place felt retro and modern at same time. Great location. Clean, fully stocked, owner very responsive to all questions I had before arrival and during my stay. Lots of books and games for kids. Def will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 2023
Excellent experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Ralph c.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
It was fine for four guys. Power went out midnight first night,came back on in the morning Couldn't get TV to work. We just rotated from Ed's to The Epp to the Pro Shop to cover the down time. We had a good time. Forgot the potato salad and salsa and beets in frig. They are enclosed and in frig on the door. Would stay again, but the neat freak wife's would not enjoy, hence four guys
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glorieta P.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of Summer
This was a great place to gather with family, have quality time together, and laugh. This is a cabin in the mountains with plenty of nature and peacefulness. The house was fully stocked, and the host responded to calls/texts. Just bring your loved ones, clothes, and food. Downtown Twain Harte is a short walk and, has shops, a creamery, dining, coffee houses, etc. We hope to return to Dandelion's Lair, and highly recommed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin near the lake
We had a great stay in Dandelion's Lair. It was our families first stay in Twain Harte and it was in the perfect location. A very short drive to both restaurants and ice cream in downtown Twain Harte and the Twain Harte lake. Dandelion's Lair is a classic cabin getaway with everything you need to get away and feel like you are in the mountains. It might not be the most updated or modern house, but it was clean with good supplies and lots of board games for the kids- just what we were looking for. Plus we saw deer multiple times walking through the backyard!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeri S., Fremont

Liked: Cleanliness
Twain Harte gem
It’s very comfortable and cozy. Mike was very responsive during our stay. Access to the lake was frosting on the cake. Driveway was a challenge but easy once we learned the trick. Would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Kathy C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dandelions lair
The floors (kitchen and bath) were filthy. Deck has not been swept in months. Only one bedroom had a closet. It’s was spacious and kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Twain harte family trip
The house is nice with lots of independent gathering spaces
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

jennifer o.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unfit for a rental
After 10 minutes of our arrival we left and never went back. Walking up to the house it was covered in cob webs and the deck hasn’t been swept since last fall at least. The inside of the house was even worse. There were cob webs on Christmas tree and on the wreath and most corners of the house. The carpet was u raveling and filthy. None of the five beds were made. Just had folded sheets on top. Old food was in fridge and faucet was not attached to sink. I literally could pick it off the sink. And the sponge was very old and used. In the manual it says to just put sponge in dishwasher when you leave so I don’t know how many guests have used it. Completely unsanitary. It was the worst rental I have ever been in and I would like my $600 refunded.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Fun Family Cabin
This is a fun cabin for a family with children. The cabin has lots of games, a fun decor, and Lake Twain Harte privileges. Mike, the property manager, was responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catalina R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little house, convenient
Cute little house with a lot of room. It is nothing fancy but somewhere you can chill and relax with the family including pet members. It was 20 minuttes out from Pinecrest, Lyons reservoir and close to lots of different hikes. The only minuses was you can't walk around the neighborhood because the cars go super fast and there are no sidewalks. We were going to go for a walk to town with the dogs and we quickly realiized it was not safe. Also the private lake was had so many rules there really isn't much use. No food, no dogs, no floaties, no alcohol. . No fun?. I was really excited about the lake so that was a big bummer. The little house did was has so much to make you comfortable and lots of space. It think it will be a great place for winter break.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023