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Large House with ADD ON Cottage = 4 KING BEDS - UPSCALE 3 Acre EXECUTIVE RETREAT

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Twain Harte, CA
  • Place, Chief William Fuller Monument
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Twain Harte Miniature Golf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Twain Harte Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large House with ADD ON Cottage = 4 KING BEDS - UPSCALE 3 Acre EXECUTIVE RETREAT

If interested in adding The Cottage, DO NOT select the "Book Now" option. Please FIRST select "CONTACT HOST" on the right side of the first page below the blue button.

NO MORE than a MAXIMUM of 8 guests in the main house and a MAXIMUM of 4 guests in the cottage for a TOTAL of 12 guests ON the property.
Please click "VIEW MORE" below as there is A LOT MORE to say about my property :)

*MY HOME YOU SEE HERE TODAY AND WANT TO THINK ABOUT IT TONIGHT, COULD VERY LIKELY BE RESERVED LATER TODAY BY THE PEOPLE WHO SAW IT YESTERDAY, AND THOUGHT ABOUT IT LAST NIGHT.*

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A FANTASTIC mountain home surrounded by tall forests:
TWO homes (with LOTS of room inside to spread out) proudly stand on this flat green 3-acre lot with PLENTY of room for outdoor fun. (You CANNOT FIND a multi acre FLAT lot or a LARGE LAWN in ANY OTHER property in the area.)
Historic 100+ year-old apple trees on the LARGE lawn add to the charm of this property. The main house has 4 bedrooms upstairs with 2 FULL bathrooms, plus a 1/2 bath and a den downstairs.
(MOST Rentals in Twain Harte and surrounding area ONLY have queen beds. WE HAVE 4 KING BEDS!!).
The Cottage has sleeping for four, a LARGE FULL bathroom and a LARGE fully-equipped kitchen. The Cottage is an
"ADD ON" for an additional fee of $200 per night (+ additional cleaning fee) and is NOT rented separately. Both houses are furnished with lots of beautiful decor.

The MOUNTAIN HOUSE (2706 sq ft): sleeps 8 MAX.
3 California KING beds with super comfortable mattresses and super awesome sheets! Trust me on this, you'll be HAPPY :)
*Master bedroom has 50" flat screen TV, large leather chair with ottoman, walk-in closet and en suite FULL bathroom.
The master bathroom has a door dividing the double sinks and large counter surface from the toilet, shower and separate tub for additional privacy.
1 QUEEN bed with comforter set and 1 twin bunk bed in same room.
2 FULL bathrooms, both with tubs and showers and 1 half bath
VERY large kitchen with island, two ovens, 27" flat screen monitor.

The COTTAGE (834 sq ft): sleeps 4 MAX. The Cottage is an "ADD ON" for an additional fee of $200 per night (+ additional cleaning fee) and is NOT rented separately.
1 Eastern KING bed with super comfortable sheets.
1 twin bunk bed
FULL bathroom, tub and shower
VERY Large kitchen
60" flat screen TV

When you drive on to this SPACIOUS and PEACEFUL setting you immediately feel at home. Plenty of parking for 5 cars on level ground.
The Mountain House has many updates, including--but not limited to--decor, furnishings, appliances, fixtures, flooring, fire pit, 81' bocce ball court and more. Appliances and electronics: Starlink WiFi, Roku TV, 2 Blu-ray players. Three TV's in the main house: the living room - 60" with Surround Sound; master bedroom - 50"; and kitchen - 27" (monitor only). The glass french doors in the foyer lead into the main living space. The dining table has seating for 8. The bar high custom-made wine barrel table in the kitchen area seats 6 - 8 and is also perfect for playing cards! Dual ovens in the kitchen: one propane, one electric. Just off the kitchen is a laundry area and a 1/2 bath. The living room is large and comfortable. The den, just off the living room, is equipped with a desk, couch, games and DVD's. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms (THREE have KING BEDS), a master bathroom and another FULL bath.

The Cottage is a VERY large open studio living space with a 60" TV with Surround Sound, Roku TV, and a Blu-ray player; very colorful and super comfy Bob Timberlake sofas, sleeping for four with 1 KING bed and 1 bunk bed. One FULL bathroom and a FULLY EQUIPPED kitchen. The Cottage is an "ADD ON" for an additional fee of $200 per night (+ additional cleaning fee) and is not rented separately.

Large decks surround both the house and the cottage and a large multi-burner propane barbecue is there for your enjoyment. There is a custom made 81' bocce ball court, corn hole, badminton, croquet, whiffle ball, horseshoes, ping pong, basketball hoop and fire pit for s'mores!
You MUST see to believe the great amenities these rentals can afford you and your family and guests.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Chief William Fuller Monument. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Chief William Fuller Monument and 14 minutes from Black Oak Casino
As a guest of Large House with ADD ON Cottage = 4 KING BEDS - UPSCALE 3 Acre EXECUTIVE RETREAT, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO CIGS, CIGARS, HOOKAH, etc. ANYWHERE on property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating 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
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 35

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Turn HVAC to specific Cool or Heat setting depending on season.

Put away all outside games in Game Shed.

Gather up all exterior trash and throw away.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Babies are included in the total number of guests.

Events

No events allowed

8 people MAX in Main House, 4 PP MAX in Cottage.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO CIGS, CIGARS, HOOKAH, etc. ANYWHERE on property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: 8 people MAX in Main House, 4 PP MAX in Cottage.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

Play in the Snow! ONE of a Kind Upscale Executive/family Retreat

Large House with ADD ON Cottage = 4 KING BEDS - UPSCALE 3 Acre EXECUTIVE RETREAT Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 172 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was awesome! Great communication! Very resourceful. Very responsive. The property has just about everything you need to stay busy and have fun. Clean and organized.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay

We enjoyed another summer getaway in this beautiful house in Twain Harte. It's definitely a five-star experience. We keep coming back for the fun and relaxation afforded by this home away from home. It has something for everyone in the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel Z., Chowchilla, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina O.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING

We visited the area, for my son’s wedding, and this home is stunning. The hosts are very accommodating and the home was immaculate. Beautiful property, in a quite wooded area. We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R., Merced, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family 2024

The property couldn’t have more been perfect. We had all ages and everyone was happy with all the things that were available to entertain them. Bocce, baseball, ping pong, fire pit w s'mores were a few highlights. The house was well stocked and we were very comfortable. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Families

We thoroughly enjoy our summer stays at this beautiful home in Twain Harte. Even though the forest is relaxing and welcoming, there's plenty to do, at the cabin or nearby, for active families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Twain Harte

Just lovely!! Beautifully maintained, relaxing home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin M., Tracy Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

85 and Fabulous

This was our second time to stay as we celebrated Mom's 85th birthday. Our small family LOVED the peacefulness and serenity all the while enjoying time together. The property is incredibly well landscaped and useful for multiple enjoyment. Our host, Cathy is very easy to communicate with and answers very quickly. Already planning another trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

tally m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home and Property

Its hard to find a home with so many good amenities that can hold two families comfortably. The home has everything you need and more. We had such a wonderful stay playing games in the yard, bbqing dinners, and fire pit evenings. The beds were comfortable and the sheets luxurious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Setting

Great place! Very accommodating for large family or group. Clean, comfortable, organized, quiet. Something for everyone on the property. A short 5 mins. from downtown Twain Harte yet secluded enough to feel the mountain atmosphere. The owner made everything easy, very knowledgeable of local interests and was a pleasure to work with. Don't hesitate to schedule your getaway here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Get-A-Way

We had such a terrific vacation at the Mountain House. We relaxed, played, cooked, and visited the local lakes for water sports and just had a lot of fun. The property is beautiful and meets our needs as a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome home and great host!

A beautiful property! Our families enjoyed a relaxing extended weekend in this amazing home. Spacious, beautifully decorated, very well equipped and a super responsive host. It was everything the listing promised and more. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerald L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

During our stay in Twain Harte, we were fortunate to stay in the beautiful home(s) owned by Cathy and Mark Burket. During our stay from the 1st to the 6th of April, the weather was unseasonably cool with snow on the ground the entire time. However, we enjoyed the property, the ability to spread out in the house and cottage, and the many tourist destinations, restaurants in the area, and the excellent Twain Harte market. The house and cottage were well stocked with everything you need when staying for a few days. Items in the house were carefully marked so we could tell what switch belonged to which set of lights, where dishes were supposed to go, and how to operate equipment. Because of the cost of electricity, the heating was carefully controlled which makes sense for those of us who continue to enjoy affordable VRBO properties. Owner support was excellent, from the best way to drive to the property, to answering questions as they came up. Checkout procedures included a detailed check out sheet which allowed us to identify issues so they could be fixed prior to the next tenant. We had two very minor issues, one of which was a light bulb that went out (and there were still plenty of other lights). Motion activated lights in the restrooms were a great, a very user-friendly safety feature. I’ll sum it up this way, while we enjoyed features like the Big Trees state park, the llama ranch, gold mining, etc., in better weather, we would have been quite content to
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic experience!

This home is incredibly clean, spacious, organized and well equipped with opportunities to play and relax. We played basketball, whiffle ball, bocce and board games all with equipment found in the home. We drove a short way to tennis and pickleball as well. Hiking nearby was beautiful and the town of Twain Harte has a great grocery store, wine tasting and restaurant that we enjoyed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST home rental ever!

In all of the years that our group (five couples) have been renting homes for long weekend getaways, we all agreed that we have never found one that fit our needs more perfectly than Mark & Kathy's "Mountain House". From the moment you drive onto the property you notice how much care has been put into every square inch of the three acres and then you walk into the house! From the bedrooms to the kitchen, you can see the attention to detail everywhere you look...what a lovely and comfortable environment in which to spend time with friends and family. We look forward to returning and spending time relaxing, playing bocce, and exploring more of the local area. Thanks Mark & Kathy for setting the standard and especially, to Kathy for sharing the great tips of places to see and where to eat. ~ D. Morris (Pacific Grove, CA)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family get away

We have stayed at this beautiful home both in the winter and summer and loved our stay each time. In the wintertime our kids enjoyed the large selection of board games and movies as well as the sleds that were supplied in the shed. In the summer we roasted smores at the fire pit and played wiffle ball on the expansive lawn. Both times we went to Dodge Ridge-- just a 20-30 minute car ride away-- to ski (in the winter) and mountain bike (summer). Pinecrest Lake is also close by, a beautiful family friendly lake with hiking, a marina and general store. Great family vacation no matter the season!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing home

The property was amazing everything was nice and neat. Plenty of flat ground for the kids to play, the basketball hoop was a hit. The whole family really enjoyed the quietness of the area. What a great place for a little getaway with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cortney M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for large family

My extended family had a wonderful time staying at Cathy’s Twain Harte property on Labor Day Weekend. It is evident that this is not just a rental property, but her family’s second home by the way it has been painstakingly kept up. My family rented both the main house and cottage and it was the perfect amount of space for our large group of adults, teenagers and children. The property had every amenity you could think of, but we especially loved the gas firepit, game shed and porch for enjoying the beautiful location, including lots of wildlife such as deer, rabbits and even bears (although we just saw the tracks). We will absolutely consider staying here again for future trips!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina O.

Liked: Cleanliness

We LOVE the Mountain House

We just finished our second visit to this wonderful mountain home. Our group of family and friends enjoyed this spacious property and took full advantage of all the amenities and games. This home is located just minutes from downtownTwain Harte and close to Pinecrest Lake. Checking in and checking out was very easy and the host was available if need be. We highly recommend this property and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittney O.

Liked: Cleanliness

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had fun hanging out at the property and exploring the area.

The rental was clean and very organized. It was clear how the owner wanted check out completed which made it easy when getting ready to check out. The owner had a list of fun things to do around the area and places to eat. We had so much fun at the property, there was always something to do. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was fully stocked with supplies. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Family Vacation

Our large group of 10, consisting of 8 adults and 2 children (ages 6, 4) loved our 5 day stay at the Mountain House. The house and cottage were both clean and inviting and the grounds are absolutely gorgeous. The entire home was well organized, the kitchen fully equipped, beds super comfortable, and the game shed offered a wide variety of fun outdoor activities. We enjoyed every meal outside on the beautiful patio and spent evenings under the stars gathered around the fire pit roasting marshmello's. The host Cathy was detailed and communicative from beginning to end and even shared details on local events during our stay. The surrounding area offers tons of activities year around; we enjoyed fishing/boating at Pinecrest Lake, Columbia State Historic Park, and horseback riding, just to name a few. Overall, we had a wonderful and relaxing time and would highly recommend this property to anyone considering a stay in the Twain Harte/Pinecrest area!! Thank you, Cathy for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl a., Livermore

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun

We had great time. Cathy’s house is perfect, clean , large enough for everyone to have space and not feel on top of each other. We ventured out a bit but mostly just enjoyed the house and grounds and all the games, fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing! Would love to do it again!

Cathy the host is very communicative, gave us many ideas for activities in Twain Harte and the surrounding area. Very clean and updated. Love the game shed and all the options for adult and kid entertainment. Also loved the huge arrange of dvd’s to choose from. Love sitting on the veranda drinking coffee while enjoying the evenings by the firepit. Fabulous experience trip and experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Marvelous Mountain Retreat

What a beautiful, well taken care of, clean, fun place to visit. The property, home and cottage are exactly as described. Check in was easy and all of the instructions provided were very helpful. There was plenty of room for 11 of us (9 adults and two kids under 3). The property is park-like and there are so many games to play we barely left to do other things. The gas fire ring was perfect for an evening under the stars. We very much enjoyed seeing the wild turkeys, deer and squirrels roam through the property as well. I would highly recommend the home and cottage to anyone wanting a mountain get-a-way with family and/or friends.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Home Getaway

We had a memorable and wonderful experience. We celebrated our grandson’s 2nd birthday. We stayed in the cottage and the rest of our family stayed in the main house. The property grounds are beautiful and immaculately maintained. The homes was clean and tidy as well as tastefully decorated. Comfortable, cozy very relaxing. . It shows pride of ownership. They provide guests with all sorts of recreation equipment to enjoy. We had such a great time and highly recommend this listing. We hope to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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