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Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly!

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Bear Creek Lodge is a true escape to peace and quiet.
Welcome to Bear Creek Lodge!
Special touches await you at Bear Creek Lodge.
Bear Creek Lodge is your home away from home.
With all the trees you'll feel like you're in a national park.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
AU$483
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Garden Valley, CA
  • Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Red Hawk Casino
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Placerville, CA (PVF)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Lower Level Bedroom

4 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Bedroom/Office

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Upper level family room has a new Queen sofa bed

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Main Level Bathroom

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

Spaces

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

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 278.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 14
  • 1 Single Bed, 7 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon
Price is AU$483 avg per night,

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About the area

Georgetown

Located in Georgetown, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park and Wakamatsu Farm are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gold Hill Vineyard & Brewery and Smokey Ridge Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider River Runners, or check out an event or a game at Placerville Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park - 25 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 29 min drive - 24.3 km
  • South Fork of the American River - 30 min drive - 24.2 km
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds - 31 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Red Hawk Casino - 37 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Georgetown Hotel Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Royal Dragon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buckeye Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Terrys Pizzeria & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Mexican Food - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly!

This spacious home features 3 levels, 4 bedrooms, 8 beds (7 queens and a single day bed), and 2 full bathrooms.

If you're looking for an escape to nature but still need to be connected for school or work, we now have StarLink Satellite WiFi. It's fast, reliable Internet for streaming, Zoom meetings, and working online.

The main level has one bedroom (queen bed) with an en suite bathroom, a large living room, and a fully-stocked kitchen.

Off the main level is an enclosed, covered patio with an outdoor dining area, and cozy couches. For the outdoor chefs, there's also a propane BBQ, professional griddle, and food prep area. For chilly evenings, there's an outdoor patio heater for your comfort.

On the lower level, accessed via a pathway off the front porch, there are up to 4 queen beds, a kitchenette, a recreation/play space (includes indoor/outdoor table tennis & equipment), and a full bathroom.

You'll also find the laundry room with full-size washer/dryer. The lower level also features a second covered patio with a BBQ grill and picnic table, outdoor shower and fire pit.

The upper level of the home, which is accessed via the green stairway off the carport, features a private bedroom (queen bed), a small kitchenette space, and a family room with a TV. There is also an office space with a single daybed. The upper level also offers a swamp cooler to keep the unit cool on warm days. (Please note: There is no bathroom located on the upper level.)

Bear Creek Lodge has been carefully designed and appointed to help you rest and relax on your getaway to the woods. While you will likely spend evenings listening to nature’s symphony, there are plenty of activities in the house to keep you entertained.

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Infants under 24 months no charge.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All guests must be registered and accounted for via the website for insurance and liability purposes. No checks or outside payments allowed
Please contact Jill via text 30 minutes prior to Arrival so that management may greet you in person. Check out is 11AM last day of stay.
All trash receptacles must be emptied from each room and placed in designated brown “BEAR BOX” at the front gate.

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly! allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly! located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Auburn State Recreation Area, River Runners and Henningsen Lotus Park. Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away.

Beautifully appointed cabin on 150 private acres! Pet-friendly! Reviews

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 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Great stay

Very nice house. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Great stay, great amenities.

The location is remote in the forest with an amazing setting in pine and a giant oak tree outback. The beautiful screened in deck, well decorated home, all the amenities, and overall setting make for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy A.

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

Clean and Cozy

My fiancé and I stayed for the weekend to celebrate our daughters sweet 16, the kids loved the big lower level set up, with fire pit and ping pong. We were slightly disappointed to find that the art studio was closed for use but I had came prepared and we still painted in the woods. The house was very clean, everything has a place and when I needed cooking spray I had options available. There was plenty of propane and even the driveway was cleaned off prior. Attention to detail was obvious and appreciated. Our family would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz E.

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

Thanksgiving 2023

The property was even nicer than the pictures. Very comfortable, beautiful area, everything that we needed. There were 9 of us with plenty of room to spread out and play games and explore. Would love to do it all again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Faith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Okay for large groups

Was a great place, the upstairs rooms having no bathroom access made things tough for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRINIC C.

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

THE PERFECT SPOT

We are so impressed with this spot. It is gorgeous! The views are amazing. Host was super friendly and excellent communication. The place was perfectly cleaned. The house was fully functional and exceeded our expectations! The listing is even better in person. Jill was an amazing host!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Fantastic location

Jill went above and beyond to accommodate our group, even creating a last minute extra bathroom for us! The house was immaculately cleaned, kitchen is stocked with everything you could possibly need. The property is remote, you will not see another person, but the nearest store/small town is only 3 miles away. The pond was not exactly swimmable when we were there, maybe during a different time of the year it is. Great house, great location, great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Tranquil

We enjoyed our weekend stay at Bear Creek Lodge. Jill was accommodating with our arrival time and gave us an informative tour of the lodge upon arrival. Fully stocked kitchen. Lots of room for our family. The master bath is spa like with robes included. We loved having coffee in the morning and dinner in the evening on the screened in porch. The place is private yet close to town if you need groceries. We took our family on a rafting trip on the American River while there. Fun memories were made, both on the river and at the lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Karissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful place, terrible experience

The property and house was beyond beautiful and clean. Very comfortable and Even Better in person, however the owner was extremely rude and condescending all because there was a misunderstanding of additional charges per person that I was unaware of and treated me as if I was trying to get one over on her. We had 5 kids and 4 adults well under the 16 person max. Put a bad taste in my mouth about the overall stay. I would never rent from her again because of how rude she was. Being kind doesn’t take much effort.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Nice home in beautiful remote area

We had a nice stay at the property. Its as described in the pictures with a few exceptions. The owners were incredibly friendly, accessible and responsive. The property is about 15min off the main road, and fairly far from a major town, but thats what we wanted. There's plenty of room to take long hikes, but we spent most of our time on the wonderful appointed screened in porch area looking out at the trees. The kitchen was fully stocked and the beds were clean and comfortable. We enjoyed going down to the American River to cool off. The house could hold a 2 family get together as the lower floor is big and has a mini kitchen and full bath (and a ping pong table!). Things to be aware of - the house is off the grid and powered by a generator. There is a bit of a low hum from it but not that noticeable from the house. Other than that you’d never know it was off grid by the amenities. The 3 floors are not connected from inside the house, you have to go out and take a separate path down or stairs up. Also note that during these COVID days, El Dorado County folks seem to be more lax in wearing masks and distancing, so if you are coming from a metro area just be prepared. At the house and surrounding property you won’t see ANYBODY so its all good. All in all a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

House in the woods

This is a wonderful house that is well equipped for a large family gathering. The house is tucked in the National Forest and felt like we had the woods to ourselves yet only 15 minutes to Georgetown or Coloma. The kitchen and gathering space worked out well for our group of 12 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

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

Had a wonderful time!

Lodge very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

A gem in the woods!

This property is truly a retreat. Jill was so communicative and accommodating, and the house is spacious! We will definitely come back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Amazing forest lodge get-away!

We stayed at Bear Creek Lodge for a 4 day weekend with my wife and 8 close friends. This was a really magical experience. The love and care put into every aspect of this property really shows, and made our trip very special. The lodge was super cozy, amazingly well stocked, and located on a beautiful forest property that we absolutely adored. The lodge slept all of our guests very comfortably and we all had tons of room to relax and enjoy. Ping-pong in the downstairs floor was a huge hit. The kitchen & grill was in excellent shape and allowed us to enjoy great home cooked feasts every day. The owner is super friend, helpful and prompt, and worked hard to ensure our stay went perfectly. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a weekend or more away with friends or family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

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

Beautiful home

This is a beautiful home in a wonderful location. We had a large group of adults and the house worked out perfectly. Each couple had their own bed and was able to have space away if needed. The location is perfect for a break away from the city. We are all our meals out on the screened deck. The kitchen had every tool necessary and our large group was able to fit in to the living room nicely for evening chats. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Mary W.

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

Not as expected

The property has 3 separate levels with no indoor connection. The main (middle) level has 1 queen bedroom and 1 bathroom. The downstairs level has 2 queen beds, 1 bathroom, and a ping pong table. The upstairs level has 1 queen bedroom, a sitting area, and an office. Everything was thoughtfully appointed, the furniture was very comfortable, and we enjoyed sitting at the dining table on the large outdoor screen porch. Internet and cellular service were spotty and mostly unavailable. Various "owner fees” more than doubled the (advertised) cost of the rental, and the host required an enormous security deposit that she held onto for 2 weeks after we vacated the property. There were hundreds of moths flying around the upstairs rooms (making them unusable), and both upstairs and downstairs levels smelled like moth spray. When we reported the moths, the host gave us a token refund (less than the cleaning fee) with no apology.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Seaon S.

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

Real getaway

If you’re looking for a real serene, off the grid, into the wild experience. This place is for you. It’s beautiful, fully stocked, and totally peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Host and Location

Very serene and picturesque location. We enjoyed our weekend, and hope to return from another stay. Jill is a great host, and was very responsive to all our questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

richard .., Pacifica Ca usa

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

Perfect getaway

From the hand knotted rug on the screened porch that was built with wood obtained from this stunning property to the tasteful selections made for furnishings throughout the house. Every comfort is provided on this near 150 acre property . The Large kitchen ...well lit , functional and provisioned by an expert . If you are seeking a change of scenery from lockdown , to a safe , refreshing , and private country setting with forest , meadow and pond then look no further A quick scenic drive from S F 5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kara l.

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

A Breath of Mountain Air

This property was amazing, what we expected and then some! Overall the house is stunning and everything you would ever need was provided. The furnishings were beautiful and comfortable, the beds were cozy and comfortable. The outside screened-in porch was our very favorite spot in the house to sit and listen to the birds in the trees and stare out at the beautiful forest landscape. The surrounding property lent itself nicely to small hikes and exploring. We hope to visit again very soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019