Title: Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House - 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 # Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77875900/77875868/cc778f46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77875900/77875868/1994e457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77875900/77875868/c0940681.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77875900/77875868/eca2f101.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77875900/77875868/dcfa37dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of gold country, this beautiful modern straw bale earth house offers a serene retreat. Sit outside by the fountain and enjoy a glass of wine or coffee as you watch wildlife, including turkeys and deer. Perhaps catch a glimpse of river otters in the pond or try kayaking on its waters. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## 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. ### Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House Beautiful modern straw bale earth house in the heart of gold country. Light-filled and full of gorgeous design touches. This home resides on a seasonal pond and creek. Sit outside by the fountain and enjoy a glass of wine or coffee as you watch the turkeys and deer stop by. Perhaps catch a glance of the river otters that live in the pond, or catch a fish. Animals we have seen include coyotes, deer, turkeys, foxes, bobcats, rabbits, fish, mt lion, heron, bald eagle, snakes, salamanders. We are up against federal land and our pond supports an abundance of life. Kayaks are available. Relax in the hammocks and watch the stars. A straw bale home is a environmentally sustainable type of architecture. The walls are over 18" thick and this home is built to passively heat in the winter and cool in the summer. There are solar panels and the beautiful concrete floors have radiant heat in winter and naturally cool the home in summer. We consider this house to be a piece of art. We are so happy to share it with you and hope you will make many happy memories. \*\*\*\*If you are bringing small kids; this is a fragile home. Strawbale is covered with breathable lime plaster which some small hands may want to gouge, pick or otherwise destroy. \*\*\*\*There is a large fountain with over two feet of water outside the back door. There are several steep cliffs, drop offs and areas to fall. There are wild animals all around. It is a magical home and surroundings but we have cliffs, ponds- you get the idea. Kids will need to be closely supervised. If you have questions please reach out before instant booking. \*\*\*\*We welcome well behaved dogs. Please clean up after them inside and outside. Keep them leashed outside. They should not harass or chase the wildlife. Do not leave them unattended in the house. If you leave, crate them. There is a $50 charge per dog. House has shades that can be drawn in the summer and we have added window air conditioners to cool it off on very hot days. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding 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 - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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 - 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Leashed outside. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Water, cliffs, rocks, wild animals. SUPERVISE ### 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, 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.97666%2C-120.28609&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XnuJAs6DJTWFMbGLHvQB4ukZdMs=) Sonora, CA #### What's nearby - Sierra Repertory Theater - 5 min drive - 6.2 km - Twain Harte Lake - 6 min drive - 7.7 km - Adventist Health Sonora - 7 min drive - 9.0 km - Black Oak Casino - 7 min drive - 7.6 km - Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 8 min drive - 9.8 km #### Getting around - Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 141 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Charlie - ‬11 min drive - ‪Revive Coffee Drive-Thru - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Standard Pour - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House located? > Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Black Oak Casino, Twain Harte Miniature Golf, and Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Twain Harte Lake and Brentwood Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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