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Remarkable Reno Residence, Location Perfect, Beautiful Interior
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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4167.2 sq m
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Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Jungle Room
1 Queen Bed
Periwinkle-waterfall
1 Queen Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Guest bathroom.
Bidet
Primary Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Remarkable Reno Residence, Location Perfect, Beautiful Interior
(Note: MINIMUM STAY IS 29 DAYS (one Month) Our home offers the best in city living! It is just minutes away from I-80, Rancho San Rafael Park, downtown Reno, the University, Reno-Tahoe airport, and McCarran Blvd. The nearest grocery store, Raley's, is one mile from our house, on Keystone Ave. The deck is perfect for viewing the Reno Balloon Races--they usually float directly over the house.
Built into a slope on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, our 1994, 1800 sq.-foot, split-level home was recently renovated. The main level features beautiful Brazilian Cherry floors throughout, so we do request that guests remove their shoes in the tiled front entry.
The living room area is defined by a Persian rug, reclining leather chair, loveseat and sofa, and a small gas fireplace. A portable TV stand, which stands in the corner of the master bedroom, can easily be rolled into the living area for viewing. The picture window looks out onto mature landscaping featuring a large fountain and many garden paths, trees, and shrubs.
The formal dining room leads onto an upper level deck, complete with a gas grill and seating area for outdoor summer dining. There is a good, well-maintained Kawai upright piano at the end of the dining room, which our guests are welcome to play.
The kitchen has distinctive Rainforest marble countertops, a composite granite sink, a Samsung oven with Induction stove top, Bosch dishwasher, large-capacity LG refrigerator, Breville toaster oven and water pot, Cuisinart food processor and blender, and Kitchen-Aid mixer. It is a kitchen organized and used by cooks.
Comfortable, supportive beds are important to us as well as to you! The upper level master bedroom has a new Black C-class Beautyrest Queen mattress, with adjustable base, inset dressers, light-blocking blinds, and walk-in closets. It is adjacent to a remodeled luxury bath with a large walk-in shower and long teak bench. The vanity is composite stone with travertine vessel basins and porcelain tile floor.
The upper guest half-bath features a bidet, vanity lights, and porcelain tile floor.
Heading down the staircase, one enters a small living area with a chair, ottoman, desk, and table. A small self-contained kitchenette completes the mini-apartment.
The laundry area is nearby, behind louvered doors. Outside the sliding glass doors, a shaded patio awaits, with additional tables and seating areas, as well as a fire pit with string lighting and optional vertical awning. Around the far side of the house you will discover a small waterfall feature, lovely to hear from outside the open window in the Periwinkle room.
On either side of the den are two small bedrooms, the Jungle Room, featuring a hand-painted jungle mural by a local artist, and the Periwinkle Room. The supportive mattresses are Simmons and Sealy. The downstairs bathroom has a tub, shower, and vanity lights. The bedrooms are carpeted, the remainder is water-resistant floating laminate flooring..
The main outside property features mature landscaping and a drip-irrigation system, installed over a period of twenty-five years by the owners. There are two maple trees, a Japanese plum, a dogwood, an apple, an ash, and a pin oak on the property, as well as numerous, varied shrubs and bushes. A large fountain, which the birds love to visit, sets off a sloping garden near the house entrance. Three separate sidewalks, two from below, and one directly in front, all lead to the front door. The middle one takes you under an arbor; the lower one, near the back gate, features a bench and additional small gardens to view from the bottom, looking up the slope. The main sidewalk entrance features potted flowers on the left and a garden of vinca as well as a shaded, western wagon wheel bench on the right.
Please note that the garage is unavailable to our guests, and a Jeep will be sitting on one side of the driveway, but one driveway space is available, as well as plenty of additional street parking in front of the house. Wi-Fi and central air conditioning are included. A gardener and housekeeper maintain the property. Maintaining a clean, spotless home is a priority for us and for our guests.
The price and 29-day minimum stay as listed on VRBO are firm. There is a refundable $500 deposit which will be returned within 14 days after your visit ends, unless there are additional charges for cleaning, damage or fees imposed by VRBO for processing. Note: due to heavy alkali dust generated at Burning Man, we will not accept reservations from attendees. Violations will result in non-return of the deposit.
Built into a slope on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, our 1994, 1800 sq.-foot, split-level home was recently renovated. The main level features beautiful Brazilian Cherry floors throughout, so we do request that guests remove their shoes in the tiled front entry.
The living room area is defined by a Persian rug, reclining leather chair, loveseat and sofa, and a small gas fireplace. A portable TV stand, which stands in the corner of the master bedroom, can easily be rolled into the living area for viewing. The picture window looks out onto mature landscaping featuring a large fountain and many garden paths, trees, and shrubs.
The formal dining room leads onto an upper level deck, complete with a gas grill and seating area for outdoor summer dining. There is a good, well-maintained Kawai upright piano at the end of the dining room, which our guests are welcome to play.
The kitchen has distinctive Rainforest marble countertops, a composite granite sink, a Samsung oven with Induction stove top, Bosch dishwasher, large-capacity LG refrigerator, Breville toaster oven and water pot, Cuisinart food processor and blender, and Kitchen-Aid mixer. It is a kitchen organized and used by cooks.
Comfortable, supportive beds are important to us as well as to you! The upper level master bedroom has a new Black C-class Beautyrest Queen mattress, with adjustable base, inset dressers, light-blocking blinds, and walk-in closets. It is adjacent to a remodeled luxury bath with a large walk-in shower and long teak bench. The vanity is composite stone with travertine vessel basins and porcelain tile floor.
The upper guest half-bath features a bidet, vanity lights, and porcelain tile floor.
Heading down the staircase, one enters a small living area with a chair, ottoman, desk, and table. A small self-contained kitchenette completes the mini-apartment.
The laundry area is nearby, behind louvered doors. Outside the sliding glass doors, a shaded patio awaits, with additional tables and seating areas, as well as a fire pit with string lighting and optional vertical awning. Around the far side of the house you will discover a small waterfall feature, lovely to hear from outside the open window in the Periwinkle room.
On either side of the den are two small bedrooms, the Jungle Room, featuring a hand-painted jungle mural by a local artist, and the Periwinkle Room. The supportive mattresses are Simmons and Sealy. The downstairs bathroom has a tub, shower, and vanity lights. The bedrooms are carpeted, the remainder is water-resistant floating laminate flooring..
The main outside property features mature landscaping and a drip-irrigation system, installed over a period of twenty-five years by the owners. There are two maple trees, a Japanese plum, a dogwood, an apple, an ash, and a pin oak on the property, as well as numerous, varied shrubs and bushes. A large fountain, which the birds love to visit, sets off a sloping garden near the house entrance. Three separate sidewalks, two from below, and one directly in front, all lead to the front door. The middle one takes you under an arbor; the lower one, near the back gate, features a bench and additional small gardens to view from the bottom, looking up the slope. The main sidewalk entrance features potted flowers on the left and a garden of vinca as well as a shaded, western wagon wheel bench on the right.
Please note that the garage is unavailable to our guests, and a Jeep will be sitting on one side of the driveway, but one driveway space is available, as well as plenty of additional street parking in front of the house. Wi-Fi and central air conditioning are included. A gardener and housekeeper maintain the property. Maintaining a clean, spotless home is a priority for us and for our guests.
The price and 29-day minimum stay as listed on VRBO are firm. There is a refundable $500 deposit which will be returned within 14 days after your visit ends, unless there are additional charges for cleaning, damage or fees imposed by VRBO for processing. Note: due to heavy alkali dust generated at Burning Man, we will not accept reservations from attendees. Violations will result in non-return of the deposit.
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About the area
Reno
Located on a river, this holiday home is in West University, a neighbourhood in Reno. Rancho San Rafael Park and East Keystone Trailhead reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Basin Adventure and McKinley Arts And Culture Center. Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center and Wilbur D. May Center are also worth visiting.

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- Rancho San Rafael Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
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Reviews
1 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
James M.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovey home
James M.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
11 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Linda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sue Ann C.
23 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brought Mother-in-law to Granddaughter and Great Granddaughter to celebrate her 90th BIRTHDAY early
Sue Ann C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Edward R., Bradenton, FL, USA
21 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Edward R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly B.
14 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Kimberly B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Corrina B.
10 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, Relaxing, and Comfortable Stay
Corrina B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Monica F.
30 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Monica F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cindy R.
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Cindy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
9 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and cozy.
Paul B.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ryan W.
4 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with easy access to Reno
Ryan W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gayle S.
30 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would return in a heartbeat
Gayle S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mary J.
10 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully peaceful retreat
Mary J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
M. Patricia D.
8 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very well equipped
M. Patricia D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Clayton K.
1 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and comfortable
Clayton K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Krista m.
25 June 2021
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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20 June 2021
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Sue C.
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Michael D.
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Michael D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
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Nancy G.
13 Aug 2019
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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Angela B.
11 Aug 2019
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David L.
7 Aug 2019
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About the host
Hosted by Virginia Lenz
We have lived in this house since 1994, having moved to Reno from upstate New York. We did all the landscaping and most of the remodeling and design ourselves while juggling careers in music and law, and raising our now-adult sons. Since they both live in New York and we are now retired, we divide our time between Reno and the East.
We have always loved to entertain and often host overnight guests. Mark loves to cook for them, especially breakfast delights, including his specialty, crepe-like pancakes, as well as German pancakes, scones, and muffins.
We have been married over forty years, having met as new members of the Rochester (NY) Philharmonic, fresh out of graduate school. Mark grew up in Reno and missed it, so it was inevitable that we would move back here some day. He picked up a law degree before we moved, and practiced civil law while Ginny wended her way quite often to play as a substitute violist with the San Francisco Symphony. Over the years, she went on many tours with them, Mark accompanying her when he could. Mark is a gifted craftsman and handyman; we are proud of our home and work hard to maintain it. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Now that you know a little about us, we'd be grateful if you tell us a little about you and why you are visiting Reno!
We have always loved to entertain and often host overnight guests. Mark loves to cook for them, especially breakfast delights, including his specialty, crepe-like pancakes, as well as German pancakes, scones, and muffins.
We have been married over forty years, having met as new members of the Rochester (NY) Philharmonic, fresh out of graduate school. Mark grew up in Reno and missed it, so it was inevitable that we would move back here some day. He picked up a law degree before we moved, and practiced civil law while Ginny wended her way quite often to play as a substitute violist with the San Francisco Symphony. Over the years, she went on many tours with them, Mark accompanying her when he could. Mark is a gifted craftsman and handyman; we are proud of our home and work hard to maintain it. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Now that you know a little about us, we'd be grateful if you tell us a little about you and why you are visiting Reno!
Why they chose this property
We chose our residence because of its excellent location, being conveniently located near virtually every attraction in Reno and the surrounding area. We love our walks and hikes in nearby Rancho San Rafael, which includes a world-class arboretum, a rare collections of outstanding trees in Nevada. We can see the Balloon Races in September without ever leaving our deck. We can hop onto the freeway or over to the University of Nevada events in five minutes. Truckee, the Graeagle, CA area, and Tahoe getaways are all within an hour or so. We are within minutes of the revived Mid-town area, the Riverside arts theater, the Nevada Museum of Art, and best of all, Artown, a downtown arts festival all of July!
What makes this property unique
It was newly built and had no previous owners. We were able to landscape it and design the interior as we desired.
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