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Serene 12 acre mountain escape

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Relax in the open-plan living area with a high ceiling and comfortable seating around a large dining table.
Situated in a grassy area with hills, this cabin features a front porch and steps leading to the entrance.
Relax in this stylish living area with a large TV, comfortable sofa, and dining table.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a high ceiling, wooden cabinets, and a large granite countertop.
Panoramic winter landscape view from the window, featuring a snow-covered field, evergreen trees, and distant mountains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • 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.

Serene 12 acre mountain escape

Located just outside the town of Portola, nestled on 12 acres of stunning landscape, this home is the escape you’ve been looking for. This property offers incredible opportunity whether you are sticking close to the house, hiking up to the property’s scenic overlook or if you are looking to explore with breweries and hikes just a short drive away. The vaulted ceilings and open concept is combined with the kitchen and living areas, anchored by a wood burning stove and 360 views of the mountains. Two queen-sized bedrooms and a full bath can be found on one side of the house with a king-sized master and adjoining en suite bath located on the other. Additional amenities include a laundry room, TV and fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy all this property has to offer from snow play around the property and cozy fires in the winter to hikes in the summer.

Important booking details & fees:

Pets:
We are happy to welcome you and your pets to the property. There is a $50 pet fee and a $20 fee for additional pets. VRBO often does not add this charge to the booking details so please make sure to check that it is added or message us after booking. If you arrive to the property with pets that have not been disclosed, you are in violation of the reservation, this may result in added fees or cancellation of the booking.

Check in/ out times:
Check in is 4pm, check out is 10am. These times are in place in order to accommodate same day departure and arrivals. If the schedule allows we are happy to discuss early arrivals and late departures. Fees may apply. Without prior conversation, these times are strict and if not followed may result in additional fees.

Disclosure:
For security purposes, there are a few external cameras around the house. These may not be touched or tampered with.

Property manager

Travis

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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, a first aid kit, 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
Property Registration Number 3,049

About the area

Map
Portola, CA

What's nearby

  • Grizzly Ranch Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Western Pacific Railroad Museum - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Dragon Golf Course at Nakoma Resort - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Whitehawk Ranch Golf Course - 33 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Graeagle Meadows Golf Course - 39 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lena's Cantina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nichole's Coffee Depot & Deli - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Portola Frosty - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene 12 acre mountain escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Serene 12 acre mountain escape?

As of Aug 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene 12 acre mountain escape on Aug 11, 2025 start from CA $329.39, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Serene 12 acre mountain escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene 12 acre mountain escape?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene 12 acre mountain escape located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Grizzly Ranch Golf Club, Tahoe National Forest, and Portola Visitor's Center. Portola City Park and Western Pacific Railroad Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Serene 12 acre mountain escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn S.

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

Beautiful Property

We had a fantastic time! We sat by the fire, cooked, hiked the property, and explored the surrounding area. The cabin is well-appointed, clean, and offers amazing views—perfect for a large group or a couples' getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle N.

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

Quiet and spacious

Awesome property with lots of space inside and out, quiet neighborhood. Great place to relax we had a memorable time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R., Petaluma

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

We will definitely be booking again, soon. Supreme view and tranquility.

Great location and easy access to local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Tranquil location

Great place to wake up with all the wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa r.

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

Beautiful weekend! The home is beautiful and has the touch of home:)

We would stay again and definitely recommend this property. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing stay

Host made everything super straight forward and was accommodating. Our 2nd stay here so knew exactly what to expect and love the tranquility of the place + proximity to Grizzly Ranch Golf. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

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

Outstanding

3rd year in a row. Love this spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Perfect New Year's Get Away

My wife and I booked here as a New Year's getaway for us, our dog and a few friends. The location was clean, quiet, and picturesque. Our group loved it so much we are already looking to book again. Great place and great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

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

Great mountain experience.

Our second visit to this great spot. Planning to hit it again next year. Clean, comfortable and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene L., San Francisco, CA

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

Gene

Great place to stay if you’re out in Portola
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Peaceful getaway

We had a wonderful time during our stay and Travis was a great host! The property is very comfortable and has everything needed for a comfortable stay. The views and setting for the property are amazing. Thank you, Travis, for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rieko L., Rancho Cordova, CA

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

Great visit

We had another great stay at this property with our pups. Loved the peacefulness and comfort of this home. Short distance from Lake Davis is an absolute plus for hiking and swimming for the dogs. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Richard J.

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

Convenient

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

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

Perfect spot for a wedding at Lost Marbles Ranch

We were attending a wedding down the street at a ranch. This was the closest location to stay. It was perfect! And so beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judi B.

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

Fantastic

Beautiful property & views! Loved the open floor plan and all the windows. Viewed deer & quail every morning from every room. Very comfortable overall & nice amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn F.

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

Portola house

We enjoyed our second stay at this wonderful home in Portola. Every window has a beautiful view. After hiking at Davis Lake or enjoying the Lakes Basin area it’s great to come back to a comfortable house and relax with the great view. Sunsets are particularly nice. Thanks for allowing the dogs. It’s definitely a place to return to!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Weekend getaway

This was a great weekend home with great amenities and amazingly clean. Although no A/C it was comfortable and cool. The owners responded quickly to a small issue and we were able to take care it in via message. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis Q.

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

Special spot

Extremely comfortable house with amazing views. Epic sunsets with dueling views of the Sierras and the Great Basin from the front porch. Awesome stargazing at night. Excellent location for access to Lake Davis and exploring the area in general. Market and gas a few min away. Great hosts. Hope to stay again. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Absolutely Beautiful

Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful cabin. It was perfect. Amazing views, very clean and well stocked in the kitchen. We can’t wait for the next trip. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dore B.

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

Beautiful peaceful pristine home

What an incredible piece of property and home for our family to stay at while at our daughters wedding. Everything was clean and just like the photos in the listing. Mornings were the best as the sun rose and the local wildlife came out. We would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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

Great set up

This place is awesome. The communication from the owners was amazing. Every detail was set up perfectly. Kudos to the owners for maintaining a clean wonderful house. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home was perfect for our getaway! We only stayed two nights to attend a family wedding in Cromberg, but wished we could have stayed longer. The house was beautiful, spacious, clean, comfortable and had an amazing view! The communication was fantastic. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn F.

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

Portola Hiuse

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Portola House. It was beautiful, comfortable, quiet, and had everything we needed. The setting was perfect with lots of space. Mornings and evenings were particularly beautiful. Every direction had a beautiful view. We were there at a perfect time with everything green, wildflowers everywhere, and pleasant temperatures. It’s located close to Lake Davis for walks and easy driving distance to the Lakes Basin. The dogs were so happy too. Thanks for allowing them. I hope to go back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

Great Sierra Stay

Spent a wonderful week hiking and sightseeing in the Sierras and Lake Tahoe area. The house was very spacious and in a wonderfully peaceful location. We enjoyed the deer, California quail and rabbits who would visit the yard each day. The views from the house were wonderful and, coming from the busy northeast US, very calming. Portola was a wonderful and quirky small town to visit for a meal or grocery shopping (somewhat expensive). Lake Davis was completely uncrowded and another close-by, peaceful destination. The hikes in the Lakes Basin area of Plumas National Forest were outstanding. Amazingly beautiful country. Also, don't miss the less-traveled Rock Lake just up the valley from the super small town of Mohawk. There is also a super interesting gold-mining museum that is free in the unique settlement of Johnsonville.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T., Reno

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

Fantastic Views

We rented this house during a heat wave with daytime temps around 100 degrees. We were worried the lack of air conditioning would be a problem, but it wasn't at all. The house is well insulated with ceiling fans and a wraparound eave that shaded the exterior, making the patios cool for sitting outside in the evening and morning. The kitchen was well appointed and though we didn't cook anything we were happy to see a coffee maker with a box of filters and a large pot. What really made this property were the views! We will totally come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023