Title: Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34299400/34299384/41cff4c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34299400/34299384/5b0e53ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34299400/34299384/76b7634a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34299400/34299384/932b73b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34299400/34299384/6ca2fea8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home provides laundry facilities and more. Adventurous travelers may like the boating and kayaking at this vacation home. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4725 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home This is not a vacation home that we built as much as it is an experience that we created. Please read our guest reviews! As seen in Sunset and Dwell Magazines, the Lotus Lake House is a completely 'green' exclusive home designed by the award-winning architect Michelle Kaufmann. Its sleek & modern with accordian-style glass walls that completely open to the deck and views of the lake. Lots of windows and cool welcoming tones. We are completely off-grid and have been awarded 'Build it Green' and 'Keep the Sierra Green' certification. We're situated on 7 acres of private forested property. We cleared just enough trees to have fabulous views of Rollins Lake or instead of just gazing, hike the private trail from the deck to the lake and hop in the canoe we provide guests. With the glass 'Nano' walls open to the outdoors - indoor and outdoor living is blended. No neighbors or other structures in sight! Just the Sierra Mountains, trees, deep blue water, deer, owls, raptors and the ocassional honking geese. Whether you are on the deck sipping coffee and watching the beautiful sunrise over the mountains, reading, sipping a drink at sunset or star gazing at night, the experience is magical. Our home is ideally suited for a romantic get-away, or for a couple of good friends or close family members who just need a retreat from the stresses of daily life. Sit on the deck and enjoy the water activity during the summer, swim in the lake or come off season when it's absolutely still. Ideal for writer/artist retreat. Only earth-friendly products are used so it's perfect for people with chemical sensitivities. For those who want to support the environment while staying in an exclusive and unique property, you can't ask for more. You'll feel like you are in a treehouse. As one of our guests said, 'if you need to relearn how to breathe, this place will teach you'! Come experience off-the-grid living in luxury! The Lotus Lake House was the showcase home at the 2007 West Coast Green Show in San Francisco. Please read our guest comments as they describe the experience better than we ever could!! Keywords: ecofriendly,contemporary,unique,lakefront,romantic,pet-friendly,luxury,secluded,private, boating,close to downtown Grass Valley & Nevada City, green, eco, dog friendly (25$ per dog )lake, forest, cabin, unique, ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Optional ski privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Optional ski privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 725 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62590000/62589300/62589284/027c8df3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creekside Hideaway Nevada City - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 97 reviews CA $224 CA $408 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=62589284&PinnedHotelID=62589284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117200/27117181/89b5d817.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains Grass Valley - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 123 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=27117181&PinnedHotelID=27117181&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100230000/100221800/100221800/86ecc4bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Forest Mountain Cabin, minutes to Downtown, trails, rivers & lakes Nevada City - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=100221800&PinnedHotelID=100221800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498200/33498200/w797h600x1y1-6b0f77c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nevada City Retreats: Mama Bear's Cabin. 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Turn the heat down to 58 Return the keys to the mechanical room Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 first aid kit 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 Secluded 'green' Award-winning Contemporary Lakefront Home House Avskilt "grönt" Prisbelönta Samtida Lakefront Hem Secluded 'green' Award winning Contemporary Lakefront Home Secluded 'green' Award winning Contemporary Lakefront Home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=39.146908,-120.95173&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:gw%7DmFhkfaV%3FS%3FU%3FS%40S%3FS%40Q%40U%40S%40SBS%40S%40SBSBSBQBSBSDQBSDSDQBSDQDQFQDQFQFSDOFQFOFSFOHOFQHOFOHOHOHMHOHOHMJOJMHMJMJMHKJMJKLMJKJKJKLKJILKLILIJILILILGLINGLELGLGNGLELGNELCNENCLENCLCNCNANCLANCNAN%3FNAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%3FL%40NBN%40LBN%40NBNBLBNDNBLDNBLDNFLDLFLFNFLDLFLHLFLHLHLHLHJHLJLHJJLJJJJJJLJJJLJJJLJLHLJLHNHLHNJNHLHNFNHNFNHPFNFNHRFNFPDNFRDPFPDPDPDPDRDPBRDRBPBRBRBPBRBRBR%40R%40R%40RBR%3FT%40P%40R%3FR%40R%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FRARAR%3FTCRARARAPCRCRCRCRCPCRCREPCREPEREPEREPGPEPGPEPGPGNIPGPGNINGPILGPINILKNILININKLIJKNKLKJKLKJKLKJKJMHKJMJMHKJMHMFMJMFMHMFMFMFOFMFMFMDODMDODMDOBOBMDOBOBO%40MBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAOAO%3FOCMAOCOAOCMCOEMCOCOEMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMGOGMGMIMGMKKGMIMKMIKKMKKIKKKKMMKKKMIKKMKMIMKMKOIOIMIOIMIOIQGMIQGOIOGQGQGOGQEQGQGQEQGQESEQCSEQESCQESCSCQCSCSCSASAQCSASASAUAS%3FSAS%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8dlVpJ2kqIs-QPx5pTOb0vzh9HE=) Grass Valley, CA #### What's nearby - Rollins Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Empire Mine State Historic Park - 12 min drive - 13.5 km - Center For The Arts - 15 min drive - 18.4 km - Nevada County Fairgrounds - 16 min drive - 18.8 km - Thunder Valley Casino - 46 min drive - 68.5 km #### Getting around - Colfax Station - 12 min drive - Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Trailblazer Craft Pizza & Brews - ‬23 min drive - ‪Red Frog - ‬7 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive - ‪Colfax Bistro - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home located? > Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Rollins Lake and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Montoliva Vineyard & Winery. Sierra Vista Community Center and Colfax Area Heritage Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 130 8 - Good 20 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 3 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 7.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simone Oktavia Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It always blows me away with this location! Very quiet and safe and definitely a needed getaway. We enjoyed our time there and Tod was as always a super host and made sure we felt comfortable. However we did wish that the washing machine/dryer was functional. There was also a jacuzzi this time, but it seemed out of function. We wish that there had been more info about this, but we enjoyed our time there without regardless! ##### Simone Oktavia Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne C. Aug 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy My husband and I spent two nights at this beautiful property, which wasn’t enough to completely enjoy the peace and quiet we received. We were so entertained by the quietness and peaceful surroundings that we had no need to leave ##### Dianne C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel F. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful getaway We loved our stay! So secluded, quiet and relaxing, but close to Grass Valley, Nevada City and all kinds of outdoor fun. ##### Rachel F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise W. Jan 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it Beautiful serene location and house ##### Denise W. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon S., Roseville Dec 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome lake views What a wonderful stay at the lotus Lakehouse. Can’t wait to go back!! ##### Shannon S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### forrest d. Aug 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Three day get away Relaxing very beautiful place ##### forrest d. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle F. Jun 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous privacy and Gorgeous Scenery It is an intimate romantic place just perfect for a couple. We will go back again and again!! ##### Michelle F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa B. Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake house We loved everything about our stay here! The area gorgeous and the home is incredible! We were very comfortable even through a brutal heatwave (105 degrees!!) The path to the lake is beautiful and well maintained. You could tell how much thought and care was given to this sweet home! ##### Melissa B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen H. Jan 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful scnenery Loved the quiet surroundings. Rained the whole time but was still fabulous watching the rain through the big windows. ##### Kristen H. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katelin C. Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lakefront home The property was beautiful, not to far from the city of Colfax or Grass valley but far enough for some peace and quiet. The walk down to the water was pleasant, not to far and not a steep walk. Overall a great experience ##### Katelin C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Views and Solitude Spring snow and cold weather didn't detour us from enjoying the wonderful home. Fabulous windows and deck. Everything clean and in place. On a private road and not likely to have other people coming by. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary G. Oct 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Getaway Experience There was a black Bear in the garbage cans.And a Mountain Loin on the deck at night. ##### Gary G. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda M. Dec 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded and great view We spent Christmas Eve and Day here and really enjoyed the solitude. Nice home with a great deck and view of Rollins Lake. I would suggest a binder for guests with possible hikes in the area, helpful hints for using the home, and if guests bring dogs, a note about ticks and poison oak in the area. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. ##### Linda M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve G. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful private house in the trees There is nothing to not like about the Lotus house. It’s in a gorgeous location seemingly perched in the trees. It is quite stylish without being in your face about it. It is very clean and the Tod is very responsive to questions. Rent it. You won’t be sorry. ##### Steve G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Donald Jul 28, 2024 If you’re looking for peace and quiet this is for you. This green prefab is very secluded. It is starting to show its age though. Music system is set up for docking an old style iPod. Deck is at the point it will need to replaced soon. Unfortunately, currently the lake is about 20 feet low making access from the home difficult at best. ##### Donald Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Teresa E., Reno, NV Nov 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice, quiet place to relax Only downside that had nothing to do with the property itself was that when we got home our dogs had ticks. We pulled close to 2 doz so we probably won't visit that area again. The place though was quite beautiful and very comfortable. ##### Teresa E. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Arthur R. Jul 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain/Lake Getaway We had a great time at Lotus Lake house. The house is unique and very well taken care of. Fully stocked with everything you could possibly want or need. Tod, the owner, was very responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely stay there again. Suggestions would be to replace the queen size bed with a king size, as the room is large enough. Also, shades would be an asset in the front of the house to block the sun . ##### Arthur R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 15, 2010 #### An off the grid getaway We truly enjoyed our time at Lotus Lake house. We chose this listing because of the lovely photos depicting the deck looking out over the lake and it did not disappoint. We ate breakfast and lunch on the deck each day, and my husband especially enjoyed having his morning coffee out on the deck. We also took our dog with us and that made us feel right at home. The dog run is big and full of great places for dogs to curl up for a nap. Lotus Lake house is new, beautiful and well maintained, and Barrie was super. We relaxed and had lots of down time, just what we needed. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lele Diamond &., San Francisco Bay Area, CA Aug 19, 2010 #### We didn't want to leave ... As lovers of modern architecture and conscious living, we were thrilled to find the Lotus Lake House and it did not disappoint. The location is beautiful, the amenities are top notch and being off the grid provided a much needed break from the outside world. We spent our days lounging on the decks (in the most comfortable outdoor furniture we've ever sat in), swimming in the lake, and eating dinner under the stars. The Nano walls were awesome and brought the outdoors in. The owners, Barri and Tod, were also very welcoming and communicative; we were told to call them if we needed anything and had their phone numbers and contact information. Our time at the Lotus Lake House went way too fast and we're already making plans to return. ##### Lele Diamond &. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alena N. Jun 19, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### open living space above the lake We have had nice warm days there and could take advantage of sliding doors to open the whole cottage, modern, contemporary area and connect with nature around. The cottage needs some upgrades such a kitchen cabinet doors, wood on the deck here and there. We though the housekeeping has a some space for an improvement. But overall it is a very unique place and we have had absolutely wonderful time in this incredible open space set up above the turquoise lake. Thank you Tod for sharing your property with us. We would love to come back in the future. A/J ##### Alena N. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat C., Windsor, California Mar 31, 2010 #### Private and Peaceful Getaway "We stayed at the gorgeous Lotus Lake house in March and found this home to be perfect for our needs. This is one of a dozen or VRBO homes we have rented over the years and this one hits the top of the list for all the things we look for in a rental home. Lotus Lake house offers complete privacy, yet is minutes to anything you might need. We found we didn't need much, so we ventured out only to househunt which was the main purpose of this trip. Hosts Barrie and Tod have created a stellar environment in which to relax and rest - they anticipate their guests every need in terms of comfort and convenience. It was so easy to settle in and make this place ours for the time we were there. Furnishings are top notch with many extra touches you don't often find in a rental home. Barrie created a binder with valuable information on everything and anything you'll need to know, see or do during your stay. You won't be disappointed staying at this tranquil and lovely sanctuary." ##### Pat C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen T., Morro Bay, California Jun 14, 2013 #### A real gem for a getaway! This is an extraordinary property, with stunning views. We spent 3 nights, and enjoyed every minute. The location is relaxing, peaceful, and (for the most part) quiet. Yes, there were motorboats on the lake, but since we were there on weekdays, it wasn't a big issue as most of the boats were only out around dinner time, after people got home from work. The house is amazing, with every convenience imaginable; it was hard to believe that we were "off grid", we lacked for nothing. Every morning I would open up the sliding glass doors, and let nature inside! Sitting out on the deck, overlooking the lake, was amazing. The house was clean, and the kitchen well stocked. The peacefulness of the setting was incomparable; we hope to return in the future. For those looking for tourist activities in the area, try the Empire Mine State Park (a well preserved gold mine, with great history, and well narrated tours), and the South Yuba River State Park (for hikes, awesome views of the river, and great swimming holes on a hot day). ##### Helen T. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Susanne W., Bend, Oregon Dec 26, 2017 #### Nice house - Buyer beware The information on the website does not adequately inform the renter about what's involved with operating this house. It is not until you arrive, and get access to the "house book", that the most important information needed to make an informed decision about renting this property is made available to you. In short, what we did not know: 1. access to the internet-a 20 minute drive from the house to Safeway/Starbucks. We emailed the owner about this and his response was that a poll had been taken and it was decided that there would be no internet. We did not know about this poll. It was not listed on the web page. We also had no TV/Satelitte. 2. heating the house and having hot water-a few small solar panels plus a generator were supposed to provide heat/hot water...both woefully inadequate to provide either one. The backup plan in the "house book" was to use layers of clothing and lots of blankets. At midnight, no heat...at 7 am, no heat..., at noon when we left the property...no heat. An informed decision about renting this house cannot be made without the information included in the "house book". ##### Susanne W. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julian V. Apr 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay but please heed the advice re:ticks This was such a cool property. So peaceful and beautiful. Partner and I came here to get away - loved the views, fresh air, starry skies. We were really looking forward to using the canoe in the lake. On the walk down to the lake there’s a really cool path except for one thing. TICKS. We’re used to having to pull ticks off of our dog after hiking, usually just one or two. Not here though, when we got to the bottom of the path there were no less than 20 ticks on my dog. I had to pull them all off not to mention a few on me, and then carry my dog back up the hill which sucked. The thing is, someone else mentioned this in the reviews and I really wish I heeded their advice. I don’t think it’s fair to ding the property because we encountered the same exact problem when we hiked Malakoff Diggins, it’s really just a grass valley thing, but please if you love your dog do not hike down to the lake. Ok now that that’s out of the way, the rest of the stay was so wonderful. When we couldn’t find the cushions for the outdoor furniture we messaged Tod who resolved the problem quickly and was very communicative. Even though it got down to 39 outside at night it was very comfortable inside. During the day being able to open all the doors was really cool. Oh one more thing that is in no way the fault of the property but there are some annoying wakeboarders who blast really loud basically strip club music during the day on Saturday. Not exactly super peaceful, but overall loved our stay! ##### Julian V. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Constance B. Oct 15, 2016 #### WOULD NOT STAY AGAIN - TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE- LISTING INFO INACCURATE \*Featherbed topper was not there & the mattress is like sleeping on a slab of concrete. \*Could not figure out how to covert the sofa into a bed (broken?); Narrower than a twin bed. Listing states 1 bed plus 2 converting sofas. There is 1 bed & 1 sofa. The oven did not work. \*Called housekeeper & handyman. They did call us back during our stay however neither knew how to convert sofa or whereabouts of featherbed. Was told oven is broken & had been reported to owner by previous guest. Handyman offered to come take a look, but we declined as it was late & we only needed the oven for dinner that night. \*My daughter ended up using a dirty, leaking air mattress we found outside our 2nd night as the narrow sofa was too uncomfortable. Had to hike down to lake to get a working air pump, batteries dead in one at house. No ice maker, listing says there is. Refrigerater is very small. \*Grill wouldn't heat higher than 250. \*Does not sleep 4 as listed. \*Generator ran each night starting 10pm. \*Too hard to carry canoe down steep terrain. \*Noise from speedboats started at dawn ended around 10-11pm. \*Never got a call back from Tod in response to my voicemail on check in day regarding the sleeping issues. After my return home he said I needed to notify him of special arrangements prior to our rental (how to convert the sofa isn't a special request IMO, nor is a working oven). The home is not as private as we had expected as other reviewers have mentioned. Plan to take some time to read the book so you know how everything works. If there are only two of you, and you make sure the mattress topper is there, you don't mind some noise and perhaps a broken oven, then the place could work for you. The property is also for sale at the current time. ##### Constance B. 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