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A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a white sink, and a mirror above it. - New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch (Shaver Lake)
A covered porch with Adirondack chairs and a wooden railing. - New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch (Shaver Lake)
A pool table in a room with large windows and artwork on the walls. - New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch (Shaver Lake)
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan. - New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch (Shaver Lake)
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds. - New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch (Shaver Lake)
New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch provides an arcade/game room and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

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About this property

New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch

  • Summary:

    Cozy Mountain Home w/ Large Deck & Game Room - Minutes to Shaver Lake Village



    The Space:

    Plan for plenty of outdoor recreation in the Sierra National Forest when you book your stay at New England Cottage, a modern mountain home with 2620-square-feet of property that features a large outdoor deck with a chiminea and evergreen views, a game room for all ages fun, an open living area for entertaining, and much more.



    Families and groups of up to eight guests will love the options afforded by this home's unbeatable location. You'll be just two miles from Shaver Lake Village for eclectic dining and shopping, four miles from the Shaver Lake Marina for boat rentals and daily lake tours, and 21 miles from China Peak Mountain Resort for snow sports and summer trails.



    Nestled in Ockenden Ranch, an exclusive subdivision on the south side of Shaver Lake, this three-bedroom cottage features all the modern essentials to keep everyone in your group comfortable. Enjoy three DVD-equipped flatscreen TVs, a charcoal grill for summertime barbecues, a rock fireplace for warmth on cold days, a pool table for group tournaments, and a well-equipped kitchen with updated appliances to make home cooking a breeze.



    Things To Know

    Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.

    Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.

    All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity.

    Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

    Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

    This home does not have AC.

    Washer and Dryer are not available for guest use at this time.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2,650 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 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 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

About the area

Located in Shaver Lake, this vacation home is in the mountains. Sierra Marina and China Peak Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Sierra National Forest. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Shaver Lake travel guide
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Shaver Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • A fast-flowing river surrounded by dense evergreen trees under a clear blue sky.
    Sierra National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A calm lake with a clear blue sky, surrounded by dense forests and a distant shoreline.
    Shaver Lake
    10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • A large reservoir with a dam, boats, and a mountainous landscape.
    Sierra Marina
    16 min drive - 11.6 km
  • China Peak Mountain Resort
    47 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Table Mountain Casino
    50 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Sawmill
    3 min drive
  • Hungry Hut
    5 min drive
  • Mountain Tripper Cafe & Tea House
    5 min drive
  • Shaver Lake Pizza
    5 min drive
  • Shaver Coffee & Deli
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Sierra National Forest and Sierra Nevada Conservancy. Shaver Lake is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

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Reviews

New England Cottage - Ockenden Ranch Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house layout, easy, clean, family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the New England cottage / cabin @ Shaver Lake. The home was clean & spacious & very comfortable! We really loved the big picture windows in the main living area, as well as the pool table upstairs & the wonderful rock fireplace! It was a quiet & peaceful & restful getaway, exactly what we needed! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage Stay

Great place to stay. Very comfortable good location. However the floors could use a good cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Warming and comfortable staying

Super comfy nice to relax
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Vacasa here is amazing . The employees , especially housekeeping, are beyond measure
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shaver lake

Great place! Very clean. Tons of room each bedroom had its own bathroom. Beds were comfy! Will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our stay at the New England Cottage

Everything was more then we expected. It's was our first cabin rental and it was a great experience. Every room was very clean upon our arrival. We would definitely stay again. Thank you to the owner for an experience we'll remember forever!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful Forest View

The home was wonderful, comfortable and spacious. Each of the 3 bedrooms has it's own en-suite bathroom. We enjoyed the view looking into the forest and watching the stars at night on the deck. We walked Quail Ridge Trail nearby and took our Subaru up to Dinkey Lakes Trailhead and walked up to Mystery Lake. Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home - Majestic Views - Been Here Before and will Be Back Again

The giant windows in the living room are dramatic and luxurious. Beds were comfortable. Carpets and living room furniture are starting to show their age but not bad. Kitchen is adequate but some of the pots and pans are also well used. Shower drains were just a little slow in two of the three. Overall a fantastic place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Enjoyed

We have been going to Shaver Lake for the past 10yrs. we have yet to stay in the same cabin twice. When we left, we all agreed this will be the first cabin that we will be back to. Even though the kitchen floor was dirty, it can be over seen. the beautiful big windows and the fresh outdoor deck, playing pool in the evenings, relaxing, enjoyable and fun. We will be back to this one.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Shaver cabin

Loved the cabin it was in a perfect location just 5 mins from the town. The cabin is huge with a bathroom in every bedroom which is very nice. The dryer does not work and the propane was out but they did bring us some propane right away but it will be perfect if the dryer worked. It also needs a can opener I didn’t bring one thinking it would have all of that but over all loved the place. Also the fireplace was nice and the views were amazing I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Excessive Deferred Maintenance Needed

Hoping future guests will not experience all the issues with this property that we had. The list is too long to post here. The property was great for our group and the location is excellent. We have been coming to Shaver lake since the late 70s. The Vacasa staff only addressed one of the many many issues during our six days. I believe I had to call them at least six times. They stated they are just gearing up for the season and are hiring. Hoping any future guest will have better luck.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Disappointing

What was supposed to be a relaxing weekend to unwind and relax was stressful and uncomfortable. The house has a nice layout and the view out the back windows were wonderful. However, upon arrival it was discovered the kitchen was not clean and dirty dishes and silverware had been put away unwashed. Wet laundry was also found in the washing machine. The house was dusty in common areas that should have been wiped down. We immediately contacted the property manager hoping the home could be cleaned as we still had 4 nights in the property. What ended up being a 4 hour stint to try and complain to the manager and VRBO only resulted in a complaint being filed by each; the only response we eventually received was an email the last night indicating a small credit was being given. As there were not a lot of other options in the area we stayed, but had to run multiple loads of dishes in the dishwasher and do laundry to feel semi-comfortable with the cleanliness. The furnishings are getting old and need replacing, and the beds are not very comfortable as stated in other reviews, but those were minor issues after the state of the kitchen. It was a very disappointing trip, after weeks of planning. The property could be lovely, but it does need a deep cleaning and the furnishings and beds need some updating.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this beautiful rental!We stayed in a stunning house in a gorgeous neighborhood that perfectly combined comfort and adventure. Every day we headed out to explore the incredible 4x4 trails nearby — Mirror Lake, Coyote Lake, and Bald Mountain were all fantastic. Coming back to this house each evening felt like a true reward. We’d shower in the spacious bathrooms and sleep incredibly well in comfortable beds.The layout was ideal for our group. Every bedroom is a private suite with its own attached bathroom and shower, giving everyone plenty of space and privacy. We also loved the pool table — it was a huge hit and provided hours of fun in the evenings.The whole area is wonderfully quiet and peaceful, making it the perfect relaxing base after a full day of off-roading. We felt right at home the entire time.We would book this property again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vacation trip

Loved staying here!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Cabin! Well equipped!

Awesome cabin in a great location. The home was very well cared for and had everything we needed for your stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Love this Cabin! Our family favorite!! :)

Our favorite cabin in Shaver Lake! Cozy, comfortable and plenty to do for the kids!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great family vacation

This home is spacious, clean and comfortable for our family of eight
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

Lovely place. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood, and the place is neat and well kept. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views

Wonderful experience for the entire family
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice house

Great house , lots of room for the family . I would definitely stay again !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing views

Very spacious, clean and amazing views.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bci

Nice cabin. Would definitely stay again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long family fall weekend!

Great family setting, wonderful wooded area. Home very comfortable with all we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020