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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
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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!

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.

Property manager

Mike Smith

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,198 square feet

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets

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 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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Dandelion's Lair a 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Cabin in Twain Harte!

About the neighborhood

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Twain Harte, CA

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
  • Brentwood Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 13 min drive - 10.9 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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dandelion's Lair, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cabin in Twain Harte!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Twain Harte Miniature Golf, Twain Harte Lake, and Twain Harte Golf Course. Brentwood Lake is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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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. 63 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

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

Great place to stay

Great lau out and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S F.

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

New Year’s in Twain Harte

We were a party of 6 and brought our dog on vacation with us for the first time. This property was perfect for a family with a dog. The owners left a binder with instructions for how to find things and for checking out. There were helpful labels to easily find extra bed linens, towels, water heater temp, etc. The kitchen was well-stocked for meal prep. Great for families with pets looking for a budget-friendly place in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

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

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

4/10 Poor

D W.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Family Time

Pictures did not adequately represent what we got. With a good clean, decluttering and minor repairs it could be a great place to stay! Host had obviously not prepared for our arrival, but was quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

victoria d.

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

Birthday get away!

Clean, quiet, well stocked, and comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

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

Angela S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Denise G.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Great Cabin

Cute and quirky cabin in the heart of Twain Harte! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Karina R.

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

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

Mike O.

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

Twain harte family trip

The house is nice with lots of independent gathering spaces
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rey M.

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

Fantastic

great place to stay, We had a blast! We are definitely going to book this place again. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

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

Great location

Great communication with owner and easy check in process. Very convenient location. We had a great week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

barbara h.

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

Travels with David

Cozy, funky, charming cabin. Wonderful area to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather E., Ruston, LA

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

Great Property

Loved our stay at this property! Such a warm welcoming place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Cozy Cabin

Great place to stay very roomy and great lay out. Close to the casino and the town of Twain Harte. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Martin B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Weekend Stay

Didn't spend much time in the cabin mostly just to sleep, very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Modesto, ca

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

Perfect 7th anniversary

We enjoyed the relaxing and very quiet area. Thank you so much for letting my family stay at the Lair. This was a perfect get away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

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

Fantastic weekend with the grandkids for their first visit to the snow

Excellent rental and the owner was very helpful on advise about the weather and getting there safely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

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

8/10 Good

Ernie G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

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

Eric M., Stockton

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

Restful relaxation spot

Had a great time at this location. Everything you need nothing you don’t. Plenty of space for the 7 we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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