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Dragon's Lair / Garden Loft, Very Private, Cov. Gar. 1 BR. 1 BA. 1 Mi to MS.

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Wintertime. Between John's snowblower and a hired loader, road is always open.
Dragons adorn several rooftops
Couples enjoying a glass of wine on 2nd story private deck. Flowers galore.
Scandanavian culture demands dragons on rooftop ridge beams.
LR, DR, Kitchen with BR area off to left. Bathroom at far end through door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Mt Shasta, CA
  • Sacred Mountain Spa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mount Shasta City Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lake Siskiyou
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dragon's Lair / Garden Loft, Very Private, Cov. Gar. 1 BR. 1 BA. 1 Mi to MS.

The Dragon's Lair/ Garden Loft is one of the most popular vacation rentals for 1-4 persons In the Mt. Shasta area. Privacy and solitude are the best descriptors for this space. All windows on the north side overlook the manicured garden.

What we can offer our guests in close proximity to the town of Mt. Shasta and a very private, quiet setting. We are about .9 miles to town but live in the forest. Guests have killer views out of each window and a private deck for relaxation.

The loft has about 800 sq. ft. and the living room, dining room, bedroom, and kitchen are all open with no walls between them. Guests have their own private carport to keep from the snow and sun.

There is a full kitchen with all conveniences except a dishwasher.

There is a queen-size bed and a high-quality pull-out sofa bed. Our space can accommodate 4 people.

We are pet-dander free and this is the reason we do not allow pets. Read our reviews and you will be convinced that the Garden Loft is the place for you.

We have two pairs of snowshoes and snow sleds for guests to borrow.

Property manager

John and Sandy Hansen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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
Kids welcome a responsible adult.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Shasta

Located in Mount Shasta, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. Siskiyou Arts Council Gallery and Boxcar Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sacred Mountain Spa and Mt. Shasta Nordic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mt Shasta, CA

What's nearby

  • Sacred Mountain Spa - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Mount Shasta City Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lake Siskiyou - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Mossbrae Falls - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Lake Siskiyou Beach - 12 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Dunsmuir Station - 13 min drive
  • Redding, CA (RDD-Redding Municipal) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yaks Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪YAKS on the 5 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pipeline Craft Ta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dragon's Lair / Garden Loft, Very Private, Cov. Gar. 1 BR. 1 BA. 1 Mi to MS. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dragon's Lair / Garden Loft, Very Private, Cov. Gar. 1 BR. 1 BA. 1 Mi to MS.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dragon's Lair / Garden Loft, Very Private, Cov. Gar. 1 BR. 1 BA. 1 Mi to MS.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dragon's Lair / Garden Loft, Very Private, Cov. Gar. 1 BR. 1 BA. 1 Mi to MS. located?

Located in the heart of Mount Shasta, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sacred Mountain Spa and Siskiyou Arts Council Gallery. Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta and Mount Shasta City Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Amazing

The best holiday getaway. Wonderful and very helpful hosts that make you feel welcome. Great location. Superb loft. Could not ask for more.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Randy E.

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

Lovely Stay

My friend and I recently stayed 3 nights in this lovely studio. The location is really central to all activities. The setting is fabulous - quiet, private, surrounded by nature. And if you’re a gardener, the owners share their gorgeous garden, all of it created by John. They have made every effort to keep scents out of the place, much appreciated by those of us with allergies and sensitivities. The bed was really comfortable and warm. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peeej Love A.

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

Spring Break 2025

Great hosts and a wonderful location! Property is nice. The Dragon's Lair was cofy and cozy with views of Mt Shasta! Will definitely book this place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena M.

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

Will be back!

We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful grounds. Fully stocked kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, and great communication with the hosts. They were very accommodating. We arrived with a decent amount of snow on the ground after a storm. Driveway was plowed nicely and it was easy to arrive even late in the evening. My son enjoyed some sledding and a zip line on the property. We wished we stayed longer and will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Beautiful, quiet property and fantastic Hosts :)

My family of 4 had a great time at this property! There's room for the kids to run around outside, and many thoughtful accommodations inside and out. John and Sandy have created maps and guides to help guests make the most of their time in the area, and John's amazing craftsmanship can be observed throughout the property. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to stay here and we'll be jumping at the chance to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

silvercyclone71

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

Such a Great Place

Location, property, cleanliness, and property owners were all top tier. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Free S.

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

Fall Equinox

Beautiful property, great hosts, everything you meed, close to town but nestled in the trees...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

A Welcoming Place

The warmth and kindness of our hosts, the beautiful layout and landscape of the property, and the well appointed guest quarters made our stay at the Dragon’s Lair feel like home. The Lair provides privacy and a sense of inclusion both; we felt welcomed and cared for. Thank you John and Sandy! We’ll be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier U.

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

XavierU

Dragon’s Lair is a hidden gem! Wish we had more time to spend there. Will definitely return if available.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

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

Beautiful property inside and outside, wonderful owners

The unit is a whole second floor over the owner's craft shop (their house is next door) and has its own covered carport. Inside it is like a giant loft apartment, with a full kitchen (lots of appliances, full-sized frig),and lots of closet space, washer and dryer (!!!). Table to seat four, Dish TV, big couch and reclining chair, games in a cabinet, huge bookshelf full of books, comfortable bed that looks out on garden. Lots of places to charge your devices. Gorgeous garden of owner. Bathroom does not have a tub but has a huge shower stall. I imagine this is a hygiene concern so appreciate why. But my achy bones would have liked a soak after hikes! The place is very tastefully decorated and has a heat pump AC that does the job and is almost soundless. It is very quiet and secluded in a wooded area inside the city limits of Mt. Shasta, just a mile from stores, but so wooded you could pretend you are in the outskirts. Overall, just a gorgeous place. I almost don't want to tell you, lest you compete for my stay another time!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Friendly and personable!

Our impeccable hosts were above and beyond kind and friendly, making it one of the most personable experiences we’ve had. The place was beautiful and so thoughtfully cared for. We learned about great local spots and cultural events and wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie S.

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

Nice

Great place. Would book again. Check out was unsure ofhow to dispose of trash. Leftover meats.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xuehui M.

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

Lovely stay

The one bedroom cottage was lovely with Mt Shasta view and beautiful flower garden. Owner John and Sandy was very easy going. The place has everything we need. It is tucked away in a private street in the serene woods, yet walking distance to downtown. We will definitely recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daelia C.

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

Magical

Our stay at the dragons lair exceeded our expectations immensely! The host’s were very communicative and it was an absolute pleasure to meet them: The place itself was extremely beautiful and clean with lots of storage space and a beautiful garden that is very loved and tended to on a daily basis. I loved how the place wasn’t attached to the host’s house so that we didn’t have to worry about being to loud after a certain time. We felt like we entered a healing portal of love and synchronicities as soon as we entered the property. 10/10 recommend to anyone who is seeking a safe space to explore and heal their inner worlds while taking in the beautiful mysteries that Mount Shasta offers along with being very close to the actual mountain. Thank you so much John and Sandy we will definitely be back 🙏😇
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B H.

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

Fabulous hosts & Wonderful place

This is a beautiful place tucked into a quiet pocket and low key neighborhood. The place has a great view of the mountain and the setting has a beautiful sanctuary feel to it. You are close enough to town that travel is very easy, yet you feel very close to nature and the wilderness. The loft is very spacious and comfy, I did not want to leave. You will love this place, especially with the extra touches that John and Sandy have added to their gardens and property. They are so welcoming and sweet you will feel that you have known them for years. One of the best places I have stayed, I will be coming back as often as possible in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary K.

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

Peaceful forest getaway

Cozy, clean space with beautiful forest views. John and Sandy are lovely people. They provide lots of great info on the area with books and binders. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

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

Nice!

Property was quiet. The Dragon’s Lair was comfortable and clean. The kitchen actually was stocked with plenty of pans in silverware plus spices and some condiments in the fridge… I definitely will stay again. I really enjoyed our trip. The owners were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Simply Amazing!

This was our first visit to Mount Shasta and we couldn’t have chosen a better location and hosts. John and Sandy were simply amazing and were only outdone by the beauty of their property and gardens! Our kids loved staying in the apartment and were thrilled when John told them about the ‘hobbit hut’. We plan to stay here each time we visit Mt Shasta and recommend that you not miss this gem by the mountain! Thanks again to our amazing hosts :) The Carriere Family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Christine S.

Beautiful views!

Relaxing with beautiful gardens & close to Mt Shasta & trails.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rod A.

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

Great place & Garden Views

Tranquil mountain retreat overlooking a beautiful & extensive garden. The private patio & windows allow you to gaze at Mt. Shasta by day & observe the clarity of the stars at night. John & Sandy have provided wonderful tips & insights to exploring the area. They have equipped their apartment with every little detail needed to make a great meal or to offer a local restaurant recommendation. The location is great where it is secluded & surrounded by nature but close to town. You can quickly get to a falls or hiking area. We enjoyed our stay tremendously!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thongxy P.

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

A cozy loft

The Garden Loft was the perfect place for my friends and I. We came here to snowboard for the weekend and wanted to make sure to beat the holiday crowd. Had everything we needed to enjoy our weekend. The loft is within minutes of everything in Mount Shasta. John, our host, greeted us when we arrived and gave all the info we needed on Mount Shasta and had very organized binders about Mount Shasta history, places to eat, birds to see and even about the flowers. The kitchen was perfect. It has all your essentials to make a great dinner. It also had many extras likely left from past guest. We also really enjoyed having a TV. We usually don’t watch television much but after snowboarding we were exhausting and watched many movies. The loft has a decent selection of DVDs as well. The property was gorgeous, quiet, and a very accommodating host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

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

Perfect mountain retreat

Thank you so much to John and his wife for creating such a comfortable and lovely place to stay! Everything was so clean, well thought out and enjoyable. We cooked a few nice meals in the well stocked kitchen, enjoyed some DVDs during the rain and generally were able to relax! We found wonderful sledding at Bunny Flats for our children! Highly recommend this sweet cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Remy T.

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

Private, protected, and provisioned

My wife and I were looking for somewhere to take our 3-year-old to the snow for the first time. We're not a ski family, and prices near the resorts were pretty steep slopes. But this small apartment was the right price, minutes away from snowy Shasta fun, and came with so many bells and whistles! I didn't need most of the kitchen gear I'd packed, imagining a cabin vibe -- you want a pizza slicer, barbecue tongs, soup ladle (or takeout menus)? Laundry and dishtowels and a coffeemaker? You're covered! Everything was very clean and easy to locate. We mostly hung out inside and enjoyed the quiet between preschooler-length hikes in the snow -- but if you're more out-and-about, there are lots of suggestions for you. Owners John and Sandy offered us the use of their grandkids' toys, and our little one enjoyed roaming the grounds, gathering pinecones and pebbles. The winter garden shows so much promise and the care of over 40 years -- I would love to see it in the growing season! The best part of this vacation was knowing that someone else was around to take care of the property -- including clearing the drive and the road for our ambitious Prius -- and if we needed anything they would be right there to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana D.

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

10 out of 10

This place was just what we were looking for. Great location with tons of scenery. Just what we wanted in a family vacation. The host was extremely kind with a wealth of knowledge of the local. Would recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis M.

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

Amazing

Very nice property and excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by John and Sandy Hansen

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Sandy and I moved here 47 years ago from the Bay Area because of our love of backpacking. No Regrets! We raised our family here. Both Sandy and I are retired teachers. Sandy elem. school and me, high school. We love outdoor activities as well as jewelry making, playing piano, gardening, knitting, swimming, exercising, hiking, woodworking, and sailing.

Why they chose this property

The garden loft is a great get-a-way from the hustle and bustle of one's home. Guests have called our garden loft serene with a special feeling of calmness. One is in the forest yet only a short hike to the downtown area.

What makes this property unique

Our visitors will enjoy the privacy and solitude as well as the close proximity to town, skiing, and many other outdoor activities that Mt. Shasta is known for. Park in the carport that is steps from the front door of the loft. Enjoy the 1 acre of flowers during the Spring, Summer and Fall. How about a two person shower with two shower heads!! Total relaxation awaits you here.

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