Title: Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails - 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 # Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40330000/40327400/40327346/a3003163.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40330000/40327400/40327346/2962e8d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40330000/40327400/40327346/w1430h960x5y0-d130776f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40330000/40327400/40327346/5c0ed4fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40330000/40327400/40327346/b69df386.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a tranquil lakefront retreat, nestled near Boulder city and surrounded by the majestic beauty of Flagstaff mountain. With three bedrooms and a family room, this charming cottage accommodates up to ten guests in mountainside magic. Unwind on the large brick patio or enjoy therapeutic sessions in the round jacuzzi under starry skies. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 61750 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - 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. ### Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails It hardly gets any closer to both Boulder city and NatureRx driven lifestyle with our lake front cottage only 8 mi. up legendary Flagstaff mountain from historic Chautauqua National Historic Landmark and its world renown trails and canyons . Our cottage is a unique opportunity to experience the best of the great Colorado Outdoors! Faces Roosevelt National Forest and the Flagstaff mountain top gem of Gross Reservoir providing one of a kind views of both water & the surrounding foothills. THE SPACE: Home features a welcoming open floor plan, charming kitchen, dining area w/ those views! Sunken living room opens to large brick patio for indoor/outdoor living! Three bedrooms and a family room that can serve as a fourth sleeping area can accommodate up to ten guests in mountainside magic (6 guests are allowed w/ the reservation and extra guests are 50$ per guest per night). Charming cozy interiors with majestic views and a provide more than adequate space with our large lawn space and outdoor playground. FIVE FAVORITE FEATURES: Majestic views of mountains and lake make you feel you are a bird in a tree nest! Walking down the hill in front of the house with inflatable paddle boards backpacks (we have two!) and launching right on the sandy shore! Walking the many national forest and Boulder county trails around the house! Family bonding in our therapeutic round jacuzzi under the stars! Grilling your favorite meal on the large patio facing the lake! Taking paddle boards to the many inlets of the lake and the famous Forsythe Canyon Creek Falls (you can walk to them from the house as well along the perfect Forsythe Canyon Creek Trail)! \- yes, yes, yes! A quick jaunt to the best shopping and restaurants in town just 15 minutes down a most spectacular mountain car ride! Going up and down Flagstaff mountain is not a drag but an awe like experience in itself! \*THREE NIGHTS MINIMUM RENTAL (BUT DO INQUIRE FOR EXCEPTIONS) Other things to note \*PETS ALLOWED WITH PRIOR DISCUSSION WITH OWNER AT 50$ PER DAY PER PET Small Parties and events allowed with extra event footprint fee depending on size No shoes upstairs in carpeted areas NOTE: This is my private residence and is decorated and set up accordingly. Guests can benefit from the extra personal touches and use of ample kitchenware and are invited to use what is in the pantry for spices and condiments. The home includes thousands of books and valuable art as well as a 40k piano that we respectfully ask guests are mindful about. Thank you! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 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 - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,750 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33497300/33497251/c75e69b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Creekside Craftsman Home - Alpine Splendor 6 Mins to Pearl, The Hill & CU Boulder - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 150 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=33497251&PinnedHotelID=33497251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108720000/108718500/108718411/c092ce5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rocky Mountain 3-bedroom house with Spectacular Views and Outdoor Jacuzzi! 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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 STR-24-0077 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & Usfs Trails Boulder ## 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%7C39.95715%2C-105.36465&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SvratvmtJbyJyopf30rurSY4MGI=) Boulder, CO #### What's nearby - Walker Ranch Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Chautauqua Park - 19 min drive - 15.2 km - Folsom Field - 23 min drive - 17.0 km - Pearl Street Mall - 23 min drive - 17.0 km - University of Colorado Boulder - 25 min drive - 18.5 km #### Getting around - Arvada Ridge Station - 52 min drive - Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Alpine Modern Cafe - ‬25 min drive - ‪Wondervu Cafe - ‬26 min drive - ‪Chautauqua Dining Hall - ‬24 min drive - ‪Last Stand Tavern - ‬23 min drive - ‪Flagstaff House - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails located? > This family-friendly Boulder vacation home is located on the waterfront, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Walker Ranch Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Eldorado Canyon State Park and Flatirons. Flagstaff Mountain and Colorado Chautauqua are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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) ### 7.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful home with amazing g views! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/87c06e31-d843-4d6b-83bb-5ce1a343b7f1-1752941014521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia R. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home in beautiful location We had a fun and relaxing stay with frequent dips in the jacuzzi, lots of games (including a great pool table), and a beautiful back yard/patio where you overlook Gross Reservoir and great mountain views. And a short drive up Flagstaff Mountain yet it feels far away from the noise of Boulder. ##### Patricia R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura W. Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay out at the cabin. The house is very cozy and filled with plants and art, While outside every window are trees, wildlife, and trails to follow! Bring groceries or enjoy winding your way up and down the mountain to explore Boulder. The host was very responsive and had lots of great tips for hiking. Yes, the dam is under construction right now, but we weren’t really bothered by that. ##### Laura W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane G. Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Small bridal shower Enjoyed the location Nice home with many plants, nice art. Many personal photos. Did make me feel uncomfortable like I was invading someone’s privacy. Very warm at night. Cooling was a problem but not enouh that I regretted staying. Outside area behind the house was great with fabulous views. ##### Diane G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curtis B. May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable House in the Mountains This house is full of games and books and places to rest, both inside and out (including on a large outside patio). It is located in the Colorado high country, about a half-hour drive from Boulder. The views are amazing in all directions, and there are great hikes nearby. The drive to and from Boulder winds around a lot but is very scenic (we saw herds of elk along the way). The owner was very responsive to our questions. ##### Curtis B. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayeleen G. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute little home with personal touches! It was our first time staying in Colorado, we fell in love with the area! The views the house offers is amazing! ##### Kayeleen G. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin C. Aug 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful location This location is breathtaking. And so much to do! We hiked every day, hot tubbed and cooked. It was a wonderful stay. ##### Erin C. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shanne K. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great mountain home We stayed here for a Christmas get away. Beautiful home in the mountains. The only negative I could give is the dishwasher. It didn’t work properly & with 6 people, it was a lot of dishes to do. ##### Shanne K. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Drew J. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Drew Wonderful place!:) ##### Drew J. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candice F. Aug 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem LOVED this house and the views are breathtaking. Irene was such a pleasure to meet and super informative about the trails. This house has so much character and beautiful artwork to enjoy during the stay. Wish we had more time to explore. Would recommend renting a car if staying at this property as it was in a remote location and we had some difficulty getting Uber rides. Absolutely loved this property though, would highly recommend and we will hopefully be back! ##### Candice F. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sheldon M. Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Huge Construction Project This was my first time staying in a property that was regularly lived in my the owner. The property was priced economically, but there were some things in the listing that were not clearly communicated that should be. Our goal was near a lake with a hot tub and this did accomplish that. However, this property is on the Gross Reservoir which is undergoing a multi-year construction project to add to the dam. The lake is dropped significantly and there are huge cranes, a concrete plant and equipment going all hours of the day and night. The owner obviously has no control over this - but it should have been stated. The pictures you see of the lake are not accurate. The home is very eclectic and is decorated with plants, rocks and books. It wasn't as clean as I would prefer, but it was fine, especially knowing that they lived there. We did have to hand wash all the dishes prior to using them because they were just not clean. The dishwasher is broken. The hot tub was nice and we regularly ate on the patio. However, the photos of the patio are not reflective of the current state. It's very cluttered and the yard is very grown over. The house is in a wonderful neighborhood at the top of the mountain. It could absolutely be an amazing property but you need to know about the Gross Reservoir Construction project (I should have googled this prior) and it could be cleaner for sure. ##### Sheldon M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Azael G. Jan 9, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful views Beautiful is all I could say ! It is 30 ministers up the mountain which was scary for a Texan but other than that the views you get are amazing ! We got sick with the flu and had to leave 2 days early hope we get the chance to go again and not be sick defiantly worth the money ##### Azael G. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Zach M. Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness, communication We had very mixed feeling about our visit. My family and I were staying here and the host was kind enough to let us use her property as a wedding reception site. Unfortunately, communication was extremely poor. Prior to checking in, when messaging the host it would take multiple days for a reply. Communication via text in app appeared rushed, and it took me multiple times to read and understand what was communicated. Within a few hours of check in, I was told I needed to pay an extra sizable fee for a separate event. Months prior, I messaged the host saying I wanted a separate event prior to the wedding and the host didn’t appear to have a problem. However, now that I was about to stay and check in she re-read my message and refused to let me host this event without an extra event fee on top of the event fee I paid for the wedding. Honestly, felt like she was more interested in taking my money over hosting and providing a positive experience. The cleanliness of the house was subpar. There were bugs on the comforter upon arrival. When asked, she stated this was normal and they purposely left windows open so bugs would likely get in. On top of this, the comforter was stained with cat urine, as well as the carpet. Towels were not provided in the upstairs bathroom. We also found hair in the bathtub. In terms of the property itself, we couldn’t be happier! The view was amazing and the patio was perfect for our wedding reception. The home offered many amenities as well. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/811c7fca-620c-49bb-880a-bfac82ea3ef2-1752592594241.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9f361a37-e565-4e94-809e-6d2f41b9059d-1752592594243.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Zach M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roman B. Aug 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Home in Boulder I was very impressed with the property. I feel the online pictures do not give it justice. As soon as we walked in we were immediately stunned with the home. It is beautifully decorated giving the house a warmth not portayed in the photos. The outside area has numeours sitting ares so that you can enjoy the beautiful landscapes. The owner was very easy to communicate with and you could tell they authentically wanted to provide a great experience. The location is spectacular, but keep in mind it is a little over 10 miles from boulder which takes about 30 minutes to get to because of the switchback mountain- I would highly recommend grabbing whatever your essentials may be before coming to the house. Overall it was a great experience with all of us in agreement that this was one of, if not the nicest,places we ever rented. If I ever returned to the area I would book again. ##### Roman B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Adrian c. Jun 13, 2023 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### disappointing Loved the location and the house had adequate room for my family. However, the photos in the listing of the interior are not current and do not reflect the "cluttered" state of the home, unrelenting (all night and weekend) noise from dam construction, cleanliness an issue, the owners supplies limited the use of the refrigerator, a door was missing from the shower, the power went out @ 4am and the owner could not be reached the entire morning (multiple phone calls) no electricity, heat or water and we had to leave early (obviously not there fault), poor deck stone work leading to treacherous steps and walkway. Potentially a great rental, but needs work and care. ##### Adrian c. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john b., Potomac, MD May 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect House for me +4 My friends and I, all 42 and from different cities, stayed at the house over Memorial Day weekend. We came with enough groceries for the 3 nights to not have to leave and stay on-site we did - that’s how much we loved this house. We did manage to walk down to the water but be warned there is quite a bit of elevation change and it’s probably 200 yards before you bisect the trail. We cooked for every meal without want for any other gadgets, bowls, plates, glasses, or cutlery. We had one fire and spent a lot of time on the back patio. The stars were amazing! Boulder is a quick 15 minute drive down a winding road but as I mentioned before we just stayed in the house. There are three types of coffee makers, a large blender, a large fridge/freezer, a big bbq grill, tons of pots/pans, etc…. The owner was very responsive and even gave us some good recommendations. Probably the best thing I can say is that I will certainly be returning! ##### john b. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sami H. Sep 4, 2020 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Beatiful location, issues with cleanliness, access and comms Location is absolutely great, one thing that is not clear from the listing photos is that the drop to the lake is quite steep, not easily accessible, and certainly not carrying kayaks etc. The description did not mention that this is a live-in residence (owner state it is, but can't find anythign about it), this set limitations on fridge being half full and there really not being any storage space to unpack your suitcases, so be prepared to live from your suitcases. Listing is misleading in this respect and we would have picked something else if we knew this. If you like to sleep later than 6am, consider that many of the windows do not have blinds, it gets light early. Our biggest concern was the cleanliness of the property, the dishwasher left dishes dirty and turned out the filter was badly clogged. Dirty burnt-in and oily dishes in the oven. We also asked to lock the place up when leaving and were told there is no key, but to use the garage door instead, the garage door did not seem to open so we had to leave the door unlocked per owners direction. Owner also left the communications on the check-in process very last minute. Check in process in itself was easy, just walk in. Great views, pretty good amenities, but we did end up cleaning, not sleeping well and just overall being a little frustrated. Not sure we got good value for our money. ##### Sami H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jayne S. Jan 9, 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Great location, not a great VRBO experience This property overlooks the Gross Reservoir, but is should be a three-season rental due to weather and a gnarly access road. We booked 3 days for a family Christmas gathering, attracted by a view, wood stove, outdoor grill, fire pit and hot tub. Irene reminds you this is HER house. You literally walk into "just" a house, with no welcoming hospitality (like a few shelves/drawers to store personal things, soap and towels in the bathrooms, firewood, propane for the grill, or a shoveled driveway). There WAS a festive Christmas tree The house was mostly clean (except for refrigerator handles and moldy leftover coffee grounds in the coffee maker - yuk!). Cabinets were disorganized, making cooking a scavenger hunt to find pots, pans, dishes, etc. We never found dishtowels, wash clothes in messy linen closet or dish soap - but did find brake, wheel and engine cleaners under the sink). The blizzard of 2022 across the Midwest delayed our arrival by a day. We arrived to find 8-10 inches of snow on the sloping driveway (it had snowed three days prior - I had asked the host about the roads with a vague response). My son rummaged for a snow shovel and spent 30 hard minutes shoveling a path for the cars. We could not believe that Irene did not have a service to do this. When we have rented ski houses or condos, the host always has shoveled paths, driveways and parking spots. We shoveled around the grill (a nice one similar to what we have at home), which started initially, but then went out -- propane tank was empty, so we had to adapt our traditional recipes to the broiler. Son had some wood in his car, which helped keep warmth in the house with fierce winds outside. The furnace tried - but kept going to eco mode so we had to reset often. In fairness, Irene had warned us of this and told us what to do. It was too cold and windy to use the fire pit or hot tub. I alerted Irene to our problems before writing a review, and asked if she would consider a partial refund for our missed day and the shoveling and cleaning we had to do. She went crickets. Our displeasure is not with the weather per se (traveling in winter always has its challenges) as we are pretty adaptable and understanding. But we don't feel Irene understands what it means to be a good VRBO host, or what guests expect of the experience, especially with the rates she is charging. We were highly disappointed with our host's lack of response. ##### Jayne S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### timothy o. Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful! The house was beautiful., clean and the views were gorgeous. The drive to the house from Boulder was about half an hour with amazing views as well. ##### timothy o. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy G., San Antonio, Texas Oct 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location The view was amazing. Very cozy and warm home. Would definitely stay again. ##### Tracy G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Ed K. Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful area located in the mountains at 8500 feet Property was very nice. One draw back was the dog run could not be used because brush had grown to tall. Otherwise its a great place with great views. ##### Ed K. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oanh H. May 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice tranquil stay Although a bit of driving required from downtown Boulder, it is very worthwhile as the views and surroundings are beautiful. The house was clean and comfortable. ##### Oanh H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Nick M. Aug 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Beautiful location, communication could be a bit better We had a wedding at this home, and it was very lovely. While we eventually got everything straightened out there were some important details that we didn’t hear back about for a while. Otherwise the house was super clean, gorgeous setting, and a wonderful stay. Would definitely recommend for vacationers!! ##### Nick M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda D. May 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful A lovely property with an amazing vibe! We had a great time and the owner was very responsive to communication. Would definitely recommend. ##### Amanda D. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 1, 2021 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Beautiful view; issues with cleanliness and access to basic appliances (dishwasher, washer/dryer) The location is spectacular at the top of the mountain with sweeping views and hiking trails nearby. The refund on the security deposit was processed promptly and check-in was easy, although communication was not as seamless as I expected from experience with other owners. However, there were too many issues that detracted from our stay. For example, the dishwasher was not working; dirty water did not drain, which meant we could not use it. There were 5 of us staying there and of course, during COVID, we ate all of our meals in the house, which meant a LOT of handwashing. The washer and dryer were filled with the owner's clothes, preventing us from washing our clothes, as we had planned. The television did not work, there were no pillows in one of the bedrooms (only decorative pillows), there was a pair of dirty gym shorts under the rug in one of the bedrooms, dirty socks in another, no lightbulbs in one of the bathrooms (and no replacements). In short, there is a lot of potential but it did not feel like this house was properly cared for with the renter in mind. I have enjoyed wonderful experiences with VRBO and this is the first time it has been necessary to leave negative feedback. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Silver Reef Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Silver-Reef-Casino-Resort.h16231932.Hotel-Information) > > [Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Salamanca-Hotels-Seneca-Allegany-Resort-Casino.h2238839.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Kings-Land-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h2303745.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [The Trail in Adams - Berkshires’ Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adams-Hotels-Topia-Inn-An-Organic-Oasis.h12259511.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information) > > [St Julien Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Boulder-Hotels-St-Julien-Hotel-And-Spa.h1159623.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Sandusky-OH.h1183594.Hotel-Information) > > [Lady Luck Casino Black Hawk](https://www.expedia.ca/Georgetown-Hotels-Lady-Luck-Casino-Black-Hawk.h1525132.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Mountain Inn And Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Rangely-Hotels-Blue-Mountain-Inn-And-Suites.h2219771.Hotel-Information) > > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [The Timberline Condominiums](https://www.expedia.ca/Snowmass-Village-Hotels-The-Timberline-Condominiums.h919941.Hotel-Information) > > [Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Semiahmoo-Resort-Golf-Spa.h13986.Hotel-Information)