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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views


Escape to a peaceful countryside retreat overlooking the Calaveras River and rolling oak-covered hills. This private 4-bedroom, 3-bath split-level home offers beautiful scenery, relaxing outdoor spaces, and easy access to lakes, wineries, caves, and historic Gold Rush towns.

Perfect for families or small groups looking to unwind in nature while still being close to the Sierra foothills’ best attractions.

Outdoor Living

Relax and take in the scenery from multiple outdoor spaces:

• Free-form in-ground Geremia pool
• Wraparound pool deck with hillside and river views
• 20×20 covered gazebo furnished like an outdoor living room
• Comfortable seating, dining table, refrigerator, and extra chairs
• Peaceful surroundings with deer, birds, and wild turkeys

The sound of the nearby river creates a calm atmosphere perfect for relaxing afternoons or quiet evenings under the stars.

Nearby Lakes & Outdoor Recreation

The area offers abundant outdoor activities and beautiful lakes:

• Hogan Reservoir – 10 minutes
• Lake Camanche – 20 minutes
• New Melones Lake – 45 minutes
• Lake Tulloch – about 25 miles

Enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, golf, cave exploration, and wine tasting throughout the region.

Nearby attractions also include historic Gold Rush towns, vineyards, microbreweries, art galleries, antique shops, and museums.

Wi-Fi

Due to the remote location, internet access is provided through a Verizon hotspot, suitable for browsing and checking email.

Guest Policy

Please book with the exact number of guests in your party. Occupancy will be verified to ensure compliance with house rules.

Lastly, the living and dining rooms feature Persian rugs, and the bedrooms have white carpet. To help protect them, we’ve placed plastic runners in high-traffic areas.

Although food and drinks are not permitted in the bedrooms per our house rules, the runners help prevent accidental spills and avoid unnecessary costs for both guests and hosts.
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Can have a good time but not boisterous parties.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not inside house the house.
1. Need the guest list when booking. And no unregistered guests. 2. Put things back where you found them
3. Don’t put potato peelings, eggshells, or vegetable cuttings into the garbage disposal. 4. Rinse the dirty dishes and put them in the dishwasher
5. No food or drinks in the bedrooms, and no shoes in the house. 6. Turn off the AC and any running fans and lights before you leave.

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
Note from host: Can have a good time but not boisterous parties.
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

About the area

Valley Springs

Located in Valley Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Butte Store and Kennedy Gold Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jackson Valley Vineyards and Castle Oaks Golf Course. New Hogan Lake and Sutter Creek Cheese Shoppe are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Valley Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • New Hogan Lake - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mokelumne River - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Jackson Valley Vineyards - 24 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Harrah's Northern California Casino - 31 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Jackson Rancheria Casino - 52 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • Stockton, CA (SCK-Stockton Municipal) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fusion Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Torero - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$623, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Great Home in a Resort-Like Setting-- Private Retreat with pool & River Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from New Hogan Lake and within 16 miles (25 km) of Mokelumne River and Jackson Valley Vineyards. Calaveras County Museum Complex and Harrah's Northern California Casino are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 84 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing. The location right on the river provided gorgeous views. Deer and wild turkeys came to visit everyday. The house is huge and would accommodate a family gathering. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

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

beautiful outdoor space

plenty of room, well stocked kitchen, outdoor space is the most incredible feature. Pool is great, pavillion with shade makes it perfect. The view is a wow!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Had a lovely stay!

Stayed with friends and our teenagers and had a great time. The pool is fantastic and it was the view perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette K.

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

Great property!

We enjoyed our time here. Great backyard! As noted that a room is locked, u can't get to the pool from the room that is closed off, which would be so nice to not have to go to the backyd, from the front door, but the river is right there and u can hear it, which is even better. We had to drive to fish, because of grandkids are a lil young to hike that route but it was overall great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony O.

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

Great time in Valley Springs

The family and I really enjoyed our stay here. The property was conveniently located to our destinations, and kept us entertained while at the house. Will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael D.

Great property out in the country

Great place to stay for the weekend as we were visiting family. Great deck and BBQ area to relax and hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Beautiful View

There is a wonderful view of the river with the relaxing sound of the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Private, great for a relaxing getaway for large families

Would love to come back during the summer and use the pool... Great BBQ area, great for families to come together and relax in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere where tv and internet isn't really a thing to do
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda n.

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

Riverfront Vacation Retreat

This property is a retreat, you feel like you are away from it all. The location is gorgeous, the house is beautiful and had something for everyone within our group. The owner is one of the best, couldn't be more helpful or kind. Was definitely the best trip we have had and can hardly wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine B.

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

Gorgeous pool with a view

We enjoyed the setting so much! It was a relaxing and beautiful place. Loved hearing the creek from the house. excellent communication from host. Comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

Beautiful views

The pool was great. Hanging outside when it was not over 90 degrees was great. I loved hearing the river. Kids did not want to get out of the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elvia H.

Wonderful

We had an amazing time! The house was very spacious and clean. We loved having our private pool overlooking the river. The gazebo was awesome for afternoon cookout by the pool. We highly recommend this property. JP the owner was very helpful and responded in a timely fashion!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Radhesh G.

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

Great place to stay with family and friends

The place was great. It surprised us with the view and location. The only challenge was that pool was cold even though it was sunny. I wish they had a headted pool or I would not recommend the place if you are going for the pool. We had barbeque and some amazing time with friends / family - its a nice get away not too far from the bay and the location is nice. We all enjoyed the stay and would recommend the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben V.

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

Nice getaway from the city

The house was nice and pretty much isolated. Pool was nice too but unfortunately it did rain on one of the days we were here. This place would be perfect for the summer especially with it having a pool. Outdoor deck is a nice area to relax and enjoy the scenery. Even had deers walk by the back while we were bbqing. Just a few mosquitoes, other than that we enjoyed out stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

River view

We stayed for 3 nights & we only left to eat out once. What a view of the river! The whole family spent the whole time in the pool & enjoying the view. If you bring enough food & drinks you won't need to leave at all. Even my daughter noticed how relaxing the sound of the river is. She wouldn't normally notice these things. Great house & overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie S.

Gorgeous view off pool deck.

I rented this home for the family of my new son-in-law during the weekend of the wedding. We checked out the home when we dropped off welcome bags. Home is definitely not handicapped accessible and had a bit of an odd smell, but was plenty spacious inside for several couples. The pool in the back of the house had a gorgeous view of the river down below. A bit pricey for a winter stay, but well worth the cost if you will have time to spend outside in the pool with the view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve-Maridy R.

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

View and pool that will blow your mind!

This property is truly one of a kind. The house is large and easily accommodates multiple families. It is an older home, so don't expect a ton of bells and whistles. But it is clean and large. The property is absolutely stunning! The view in the back of the home over the river valley looks like a computer background and the pool area was THE highlight of our trip. The property manager, Maria, is great to work with and very available throughout the process. Overall, a 5-star property, and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicki L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good property for 5 friends

Property manager had mixed up the date of arrival and the house wasn’t ready when we arrived. Took a couple of hours to clean while we waited by the pool. The living room furniture wasn’t conducive to watching TV comfortably but we didn’t really want to watch much TV. The pool area was very nice. Some of the kitchen cookery/dishes weren’t very clean and we ended up washing most things before use. The owner was pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Fun in the Pool

We had a great week in this house. We spend hours and hours swimming, playing and floating in the pool. We grilled outside most nights, but usually ate in because of pesky bees (that were only around when we were trying to eat dinner). Lots of great places to sit outside. We loved the view from the yard and the balconies. Hearing the river all the time just added to the ambiance! When we weren’t swimming in the backyard we went fishing and kayaking (with our own kayaks) on New Hogan Lake. We also went to Lake Alpine for the day which was lovely although crowded. We recommend going early. The kitchen had everything we needed. Overall, the house met all our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Family Fun

This was the perfect size for our family of ten. My husband and I stayed at our home next door, and our children and their spouses stayed at the VRBO. The living room was big enough for all of us to be able to sit and talk. There were two tables, which fit all ten of us inside, and there were tables outside, which also accommodated ten. There were plenty of plates, silverware, pans, cooking utensils, glasses and knives. The outside area was spacious and offered shade, if needed. The pool was large enough for everyone, and pool toys and beach towels were provided. The view was gorgeous, and plenty of lounge chairs offered a chance to enjoy it. We shalll definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith R.

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

A Happy 18th Birthday

We loved this property so much! We celebrated our son's 18th birthday here. The house has a great pool and there was lots of room -- a huge deck and shaded gazebo and lots of little nooks and crannies hidden about to retreat. The sound of the river and the gorgeous views were stunning. And the stars at night -- Wow! My son and his friends slept outside one night just to take it all in. They had a fox sighting! The house and kitchen was plentifully stocked -- no need to bring any of your own cooking equipment at all. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The property has many, many stairs! It was good exercise for us, but something to know if you need single floor property. ABOVE and BEYOND: Our arrangement was a bit complicated and it required a lot of communication with JP and Rosa. They were incredibly helpful and got back to us right away with every question we asked. They went above and beyond to work with us to make our stay pleasant and fun for our son's birthday. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

6/10 Okay

Laura N.

Great house, not so great professionalism

We had a small group of friends come to stay at this beautiful property over a late-July weekend. We had an amazing time in the pool, enjoyed the gorgeous view, and lounged around in the gazebo. The house itself was wonderful & we have no complaints about our stay there! What we do have issue with is the fact that it took the owner well over the 21 days to return our deposit. Time was of utmost importance in getting the money to him when we wanted to reserve the house, and so we expected the same courtesy would be given in refunding the deposit. We had to contact him several times in regards to getting the money sent back, which we found very unprofessional. We would love to say that we would stay here again, because the house was amazing, but we are sure we could find something similar with a little less hassle in getting refunded on a deposit we made sure was to the owner in a timely manner.
Verified

8/10 Good

christine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice views by the pool.

Very nice location, pool/patio was nice small refrigerator out by the pool was great for snacks and drinks in 90+ weather. You cannot beat the view and sound of the river 5 stars for that. My only complaints was most of the window coverings were not functional and you could not close them. Some were also broken. There is no lock on the master bedroom door. Other great stuff is kitchen has everything you needed. Refrigerator has an ice maker which was nice. We prepared most of our food at the home and used the grill by the pool for dinners. We also loved the large table by the pool and grill to eat our dinners. Wi-Fi is not that great just for emails, and we could not watch much tv which was fine. My husband had a Teams meeting and he was able to connect using our personal hotspot. FYI there are a lot of stairs to get to the pool I think about 20, and there are 3 levels in the home. This is not a problem for most but for frail elderly or wheelchair bound this would not be a good place. There are 4 bedrooms all nice 3 on 3rd level upstairs and 1 downstairs 1st level, which my old teen enjoyed. The host were great to communicate with.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes M.

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

Home away from home

I booked this home for my husbands birthday weekend. He wanted to go fishing so I was looking for something close to the lake and accessible to water. Maria and Jp were very responsive and accommodating through my whole experience. I had many questions before I booked and they were very quick to answer back. The home was very clean, and had plenty of space for my group of 8. The house was also stocked with plenty of dishes and condiments I needed for the weekend. The view from the house is absolutely breath taking as well and made the home feel very cozy and welcoming. Even though Maria suggested the lake close by for fishing my husband was able to do most of his fishing down at the river, all 4 men caught many trout! The hike down to the river is not for the faint but it is very manageable. I really don’t have any cons to say about the house. At one point the wifi did stop working but we were having such a good time we didn’t even notice. It didn’t effect anyone and I didn’t reach out to Maria and Jp to ask to fix the problem. If I absolutely had to say this awesome house was missing something the only thing I could say would be a hot tub. Other then that everything was perfect! We had the best weekend in this beautiful house and we absolutely can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Keith B.

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

Great get away for the family that needs to slow down

We had a great stay for the 2019 Thanksgiving holiday. We had a lot of questions before we arrived about how the kitchen was stocked since we'd be cooking in unfamiliar territory. It was just a quick matter of a note to the very helpful owners to get answers. Super friendly and very clear communication. Once we arrived we enjoyed the beauty and serenity of the location. The house was well maintained and the grounds and surrounding area was clean and neat. The ability to open up the garage door really helped expedite our unloading (and later reloading) of the cars. While there, I broke a chair and when I let the owners know, it was a simple matter to resolve the issue and pay for my damages. My only complaint about the entire experience was the painfully slow internet. I wish this was disclosed before we arrived so we could have planned for it. Instead it was an unpleasant surprise. If you're expecting to do anything more than check your e-mail (one at a time) then bring your own hotspot and ensure you have cellular coverage because the internet at the house will disappoint. However, if you're looking for a place to disconnect then this is the right choice for you. ;-) We look forward to booking the property again so we can enjoy the pool and outside deck area more and now that we're aware of the bandwidth limitations, we'll bring entertainment rather than rely on being able to stream anything. Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

About the host

Hosted by Maria/Jp

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My husband and I have been managing this property since 2016. We fell in love with it the first time we saw it and felt blessed that the former owner chose us over other competing buyers. We enjoy sharing it with our guests but we ask that they respect and treat it like their own.

We have Persian rugs in the living/dining rooms and whiter carpets in the bedrooms. We have a few plastic runners in high-traffic areas to catch any soda or coffee spills. This has happened although one of our House Rules is not to drink or eat in the bedrooms. So the runners help us and the guests from any damage issues that may ensue if we didn't have them

Why they chose this property

Read the descriptions above and below. It's a beautiful and unique property--that feels like your own home--not a rental place!

What makes this property unique

1. a very serene place to relax and enjoy nature and yourself
2. the view is so beautiful that you can relish it from many vantage points on the property
3. it's surrounded by trees and far enough from neighbors, that you'd feel like you're in your own world.
4. The sound of the river is delightful and soothing, the kind of uniqueness you don't find in most other rentals
5. You can expect to see wild turkeys, quails, and other birds roaming the grounds nearby, many of them roost on the bull pine trees in the vicinity.
6. The house is large enough that adults and children can have their own spaces
(If children are too young, make sure that the doors to the balconies are locked)

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