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Charming Home near skiing, hiking, biking, ATVing , Lakes and Forest BEAUTIFUL!

Holiday home in Calpine with kitchen

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Living area
Exterior
Private kitchen
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 274.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Whitehawk Ranch Golf Course
  • Place, Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club
  • Place, Dragon Golf Course at Nakoma Resort
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Futons

Single Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Single

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Home near skiing, hiking, biking, ATVing , Lakes and Forest BEAUTIFUL!

Our home is in the heart of the beautiful Sierra Valley in the tiny town of Calpine. Close to the Sierra Hot Springs and endless Sierra mountain fun. Birding, golfing, boating, cycling, skiing, hiking and so much more. A very cozy and quiet place in the great Sierra Valley.

A stay here will totally rejuvenate your soul. It’s beautiful and private, yet close to everything you could want. Your stay can be totally relaxing and lounging or you can make your stay as exciting and thrilling as you want. You can hike, fish, climb mountains, bike, swim, kayak, golf, boat, dine-out, or get a manicure and massage, all within a few miles of this home. Reno, Tahoe, and Truckee are within an hour drive. Whitehawk Ranch, Graeagle, Lake Davis, Clio, Sierra City, Downieville and the beautiful Lakes Basin are each just a few short scenic miles away.

One bedroom with comfortable queen bed and private bathroom. Full kitchen for food preparation or driving distance to many great places to eat. Our home is heated by oil heat and ceiling fans.

Our house is serene and comfortable. The house sits on a quiet road and sits back from Highway 89. The convenience of being in town with the privacy of back roads. Enough parking for a couple cars, trailer or boat.

There are five 18 hole golf courses all within a half hour's drive as well as numerous outstanding restaurants. The nearby picturesque Lakes Basin Recreation Area has a multitude of pristine lakes, and the Sierra Buttes above with a famous fire lookout offers all levels of hiking, biking, fishing, boating and other summer and winter activities.

NOTE: AT&T has recently discontinued all landline phone service in our area. We currently do not have a house phone at the property available. We are working on trying to figure out a solution.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Please advise when reserving and pet size.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only please.

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
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
- Do not use the wood stove. Heat is provided with a Monitor heater - A per pet fee of $25. will be charged via a modified reservation
- No pets on the furniture or in/on the beds - Please cleanup the yard after your pet. Bags and a container will be provided.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Calpine

Located in Calpine, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Plumas-Eureka State Park and Tahoe National Forest, while Western Pacific Railroad Museum and Kentucky Mine Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Calpine, CA

What's nearby

  • Whitehawk Ranch Golf Course - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Dragon Golf Course at Nakoma Resort - 20 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Upper Sardine Lake - 28 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Donner Lake - 48 min drive - 78.6 km

Getting around

  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sierra Valley Lodge - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Home near skiing, hiking, biking, ATVing , Lakes and Forest BEAUTIFUL! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Charming Home near skiing, hiking, biking, ATVing , Lakes and Forest BEAUTIFUL!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Home near skiing, hiking, biking, ATVing , Lakes and Forest BEAUTIFUL!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Home near skiing, hiking, biking, ATVing , Lakes and Forest BEAUTIFUL! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Tahoe National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Whitehawk Ranch Golf Course and Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club. Dragon Golf Course at Nakoma Resort and Grizzly Ranch Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Britt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean, quaintly tucked away in the woods in a small friendly neighborhood. The cabin was super cute with a homey feel. The host was communicative and it was perfect to unplug and unwind. The nearest town was super cute and had tons of beautiful hiking trails close by. There's also golf courses not far down the road. Overall it was a beautiful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katelyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable home tucked away in the town of Calpine. Easy drive to Graeagle area, lots of lakes, hiking & outdoor fun! We enjoyed our stay & the host was absolutely fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good stay

another good stay in our old stomping grounds
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

our stay

Have stayed here many times and plan to stay again soon. Everything clean and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Place for Two

We enjoyed our stay. The property is a nice size and ambiance for two people. Calpine is a quiet place and a good location from which to explore other areas in the vicinity. We had a good experience with the property owner, Kim.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

bruce b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grear as usual

Quiet and peaceful and close to everything fun year round.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint

Stayed here for a few nights for a cross cut class. Good place to stay if you're trying to go somewhat off grid and still be somewhere comfortable. I believe laundry and wifi were advertised on the listing, but neither were available on the property. Property manager was helpful and responded quickly throughout the booking process and the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The house was easy to find, clean and comfortable. The entire process went smoothly with no problems. Just be aware that there is no wi-fi and that cell service is poor. I had to walk up the road to find one bar. This did not affect my stay, but it might be a problem for others.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quiet disconnected place

If you want/need quiet and want to disconnect...This is your place. No I-net and No T.V.... Bring your favorite DVD's and Books you've always wanted to read...Your cell service will be spotty if at all. Take in the night sky and watch those twinkling stars. What a brilliant show. Hike the trails and take in the beauty... Leave facebook and google behind as paradise awaits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Cacher’s Dream! 🗺️

I can see why this place is so highly rated and feel so lucky to have had the chance to visit. On a whim I read a travel article that mentioned Sierra County being Northern CA best kept secret so I did a quick search of the area on the Geocaching app and there are hundreds of caches to be found!👏 My husband and I enjoyed checking out Donner Pass on our way up. We then explored the Graeagle area - picked up some doggy biscuits at Millie’s for our fur baby and then finished our trip at the Grizzly Grill for a phenomenal dinner. We stayed 3 nights but wish we would’ve booked a longer stay. Sean and Kim have gone above and beyond to make the home feel cozy. We appreciated all the amenities including the coffee bar; the almond amaretto pods were my favorite, my husband loved the S’mores. We plan to join the many who return frequently to visit. All Trails has several trails listed in the area that we didn’t get to explore this trip; we hope to check out Gold Lake next time : ) Thank you again, Kim and Sean, for such a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worked out great!!

The place was great overall and worked super for our kayaking and Harley riding adventures. This is a very quiet neighborhood with no cable TV or Wi-Fi service. Phone service was not good but that was a nice break from the outside world. The library of DVDs worked out well however the remote for the DVD player did not work. Great place to relax and rejuvenate as described. I wish we would have been told the washing machine was non op so we could have packed more clothes though. Kitchen was set up great and we definitely used it. Nice to be able to prepare meals since it's a bit of a drive to any local restaurants. Bath was also set up well and plumbing worked well other that the jiggle the toilet lever required after every flush per the instructions printed on top of the toilet. The property was set up very well with all the info you would need, and the non-air conditioning was not a factor as the weather was perfect with cool downs at night. The property manager had everything very well laid out and that made things go smooth. Could have used a screen on the bedroom window though so both windows in the room could be opened at night. Parking was super convenient for truck and the motorcycle trailer we towed up. Front walkway is a bit rough and is a trip hazard for sure but myself and my teenage daughter didn't have any issues just had to pay attention where you were stepping. Would definitely stay here again. Overall, we had a fabulous vacation in the area. Thanks Kim!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was like stepping back in time! My husband grew up coming here to a family cabin back in the 60's and 70's. The old part of town has not changed much with its quiet setting and old time charm. We loved not having cell service or TV it was so refreshing being able to just chill. We have Verizon and found if we stood in the road there was some reception. As well, the neighbors are super friendly and willing to assist if you need help. There is a nice secluded place to sit in the yard and enjoy the breeze in the tall pines and smell the fresh cool air. We did really enjoy our stay here. Bed was super comfy and nice arranged kitchen and bathroom.They don't have a real coffee maker only the pod type so if you are a true coffee drinker bring a pot with you. Same for the blender its a small handheld single one. But all in all we would stay here again in a heartbeat. It was a very busy time for us this time, I was officiating our sons wedding in Sierraville which is just down the road so super close for us to get there and back. Thanks for the memories we really enjoyed your place.
FRONT OF HOUSE PARKING BY GARAGE
CUTE GARDEN ART ALL AROUND PROPERTY
WALK WAY WITH SITTING AREA TO LEFT
GREAT LIGHTING WITH DIMMER SWITCHES ON ALL LIGHTS
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The outdoor photos of the place are a bit out of date and be prepared not to have internet access, but the house is very nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place but it was very warm in the afternoon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect cozy home for a weekend getaway. We loved that there was no cell service in the house and watched movies all day when not exploring the nearby towns. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Very peaceful and quiet. Lovely place it felt bigger than a cabin. We really enjoyed the stay, only draw backs would be no internet and a motoin light that would come on just outside the bedroom window.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Curt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and cozy

A nice quiet off-grid getaway (no cell or internet service, unexpected but refreshing). Hot springs and hike/bike trails were not far. We cooked in the home one evening, dined out the other evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Comfy

Only issue was with Vrbo telling us the property wasn’t available when it was, hence the 4 stars. But Kim helped us work around that glitch. No TV was a surprise but made for an evening of conversation! Very cute and comfortable place. Would stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruce b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice as usual

beautiful setting very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Your home away from home stay.

We are vendors for the Great American Craft Show in Graeagle over the weekend. It was a short 15-minute drive and a perfect place to relax after a hot busy day. Will definitely keep you in mind for next year! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruce b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great as always

quiet and relaxing-thx Kim
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The home was comfortable, clean, and quiet. The walkway was very uneven and was challenging for my husband who had to use a walking stick to steady himself. Not handicap accessible. Despite listing TV there was no TV channels only able to watch DVD movies which were available
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Neat, organized and cozy. Perfect for 2 people for a quick weekend away. Close to Graeagle area for golf and restaurants. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Calpine is a quit small town (very small). The rental is well-decorated. Full kitchen. Peaceful. Nice landscaping. Only things missing for this Townie are A/C (not needed at that altitude) and internet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calpine Rental

The house fit our needs well. The kitchen was well stocked and we made meals there. It was also fun to watch movies from the DVD supply. There were two bothersome things; first, the front door used to have another layer of glass. That glass was broken and shards stuck out from the edges of the frame. I got a minor cut, but it could have been worse. Also, one night I mistakenly left a porch light on thinking it was one of the automatic path lights. I was awakened at 10:30 at night by a banging on the door by what I assume was a neighbor. I do not know if this was a neighbor acting on her own, or under instructions from the owner; but it was very disturbing and it took me at least two hours to get back to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Kim

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We are a "outside" type of family! We enjoy the relaxation and adventure of the outdoors and the many activities it has to season of the year!

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