Title: Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe ![Smart TV, fireplace - Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe (Pollock Pines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89520000/89512100/89512015/w2836h1889x0y3-0a7cd547.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe (Pollock Pines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89520000/89512100/89512015/73739959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe (Pollock Pines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89520000/89512100/89512015/62baf0c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe (Pollock Pines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89520000/89512100/89512015/6060e6f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker - Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe (Pollock Pines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89520000/89512100/89512015/1f3b3845.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this serene house nestled among apple trees and towering pine trees. Savor your morning coffee on the sprawling deck, unwind in the hot tub, or read a book while watching deer graze outside. Enjoy quality time with family and friends in the fully equipped kitchen or cozy living room equipped with a smart TV. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61413 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - 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. ### Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe VHR Permit No 074123 and TOT No is 074617. 🌲 Welcome to Your Pollock Pines Forest Retreat Tucked among towering pines and apple trees, this peaceful mountain escape is the perfect place to unplug, reconnect, and relax. Just minutes from Sly Park / Jenkinson Lake, and an easy drive to Apple Hill, Sierra-at-Tahoe, and Lake Tahoe, this home blends comfort, nature, and year-round adventure. Watch deer wander through the yard, sip coffee on the deck, and unwind in the private hot tub surrounded by forest views. 🏡 The Space This warm, inviting home features a bright open layout with large windows that bring the outdoors in. Fully equipped kitchen with electric stove, small appliances & coffee station. Dining area for shared meals. Comfortable living room with wall-mounted Smart TV (Netflix included). Sliding glass doors leading to a spacious deck and hot tub. The deck is ideal for morning coffee, evening wine, or stargazing under the pines. 🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps up to 6) All beds feature brand-new mattresses with protectors. Primary Bedroom: King bed with direct deck access Bedroom 2: Queen bed Bedroom 3: Bunk bed with pull-out trundle 🚿 Bathrooms 2 full bathrooms, convenient for families and groups 🎲 Entertainment & Comfort Smart TV with Netflix (log into other streaming services if desired). Board games & card games. Comfortable sofa and rocking chairs (can be moved outdoors in warm weather). Central heating & air conditioning (newly installed). 🌿 Outdoor Living Private hot tub surrounded by pine trees. Expansive deck for relaxing and dining outdoors. Peaceful setting with birds, squirrels, and seasonal wildlife. 📍 Prime Location You’re perfectly positioned for both relaxation and adventure: 1 mile to Sly Park Recreation Area & Jenkinson Lake. 10 miles to Apple Hill farms & cider houses. 35 miles to Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort. 45 miles to Lake Tahoe beaches. Close to hiking, kayaking, boating, fishing, horseback riding & snowshoeing. Over 140 wineries across Amador & El Dorado Counties. See the Guidebook for curated local recommendations. 🐾 Pet-Friendly Well-behaved dogs are welcome (pet fee applies). Please help us protect local wildlife by securing food and trash. 🔥 Important Safety Notes No smoking anywhere on the property (fire-prevention compliance) Wildlife is common—do not leave food outside Toddlers must be supervised due to stairs and multi-level yard Winter travel: chains recommended during snow unless AWD/4x4 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping - Phone ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,413 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106940000/106935300/106935264/af9a55ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whispering Pines: Garage Parking & Game Room Pollock Pines - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=106935264&PinnedHotelID=106935264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94970000/94964700/94964671/dc0dfe2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Near Vineyards: Cabin w/ Hot Tub in Pollock Pines! 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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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b5ca8cx ## 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%7C38.71808%2C-120.58418&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=M9ikbwfa6K_598-uUs1rAMr6r3E=) Pollock Pines, CA #### What's nearby - Sly Park Campground \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Red Hawk Casino \- 30 min drive \- 40.1 km - Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort \- 48 min drive \- 69.1 km - Kirkwood Mountain Resort \- 56 min drive \- 77.4 km - Jackson Rancheria Casino \- 61 min drive \- 76.9 km #### Getting around - Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 77 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pizza Factory - ‬10 min drive - ‪Sportsman's Hall - ‬13 min drive - ‪Paco’s Taqueria - ‬10 min drive - ‪Burger Barn - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bones Roadhouse - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe? ### What time is check-out at Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe? ### Where is Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Forest Retreat+Hot Tub| SlyPark, AppleHill & Tahoe Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liliya B. Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very beautiful place. Clean and quiet. ##### Liliya B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### rick k. Jan 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house in Pollack Pines We had a lovely stay. ##### rick k. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We liked having a living room where we could sit comfortably and talk. The circular setup of the living room was ideal and cozy. Three bedrooms are wonderful for a family get-together. It was awesome to have 2 bathrooms. We enjoyed the spaciousness of the house. Windows and light are great in the house. ##### Susan Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Marriott's Desert Springs Villas I](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Desert-Springs-Villas-I.h661796.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntington-Beach-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Huntington-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h890502.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h23876.Hotel-Information) > > [Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Miramonte-Indian-Wells-Resort-Spa.h16768.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-La-Quinta-Resort-Club.h10916.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Embarc-Palm-Desert.h328421.Hotel-Information) > > [ The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Villas for COACHELLA 2020 (1st weekend)](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Cochella-Stay-At-The-Westin-Mission-Hills-Resort-Villas.h34078793.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA](https://www.expedia.ca/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Anaheim.h14910044.Hotel-Information) > > [Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Renaissance-Esmeralda-Resort-Spa.h12274.Hotel-Information) > > [Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Omni-Rancho-Las-Palmas-Resort-Spa.h1703.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradise Point Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Paradise-Point-Resort-Spa.h3731.Hotel-Information) > > [Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Agua-Caliente-Resort-Casino-Spa-Rancho-Mirage.h2020169.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Half-Moon-Bay-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h602927.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Mission-Hills-Golf-Resort-Spa.h4124.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Orange County](https://www.expedia.ca/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Orange-County.h15965.Hotel-Information) > > [San Diego Mission Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-San-Diego-Mission-Bay-Resort.h25598.Hotel-Information) > > [Ace Hotel and Swim Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Ace-Hotel-And-Swim-Club.h22864.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn By Marriott Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Palm-Desert.h201084.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) > > [Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Mission-Bay-Spa-And-Marina.h858.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Oasis-Resort.h1180912.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove](https://www.expedia.ca/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Anaheim-Garden-Grove.h519819.Hotel-Information) > > [Solage, Auberge Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Calistoga-Hotels-Solage.h1640078.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Desert-Springs-Villas-II.h57218.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South](https://www.expedia.ca/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-By-Hilton-Anaheim-South.h662857.Hotel-Information)