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Victorian Mansion Newly Renovated. Sleeps 16. Two kitchens.

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Exterior
130 year old fretwork and stained glass window.
Grand living room w/ antique furniture, comfortable seating in turret of mansion
Custom reclaimed redwood dining table that seats 12 guests.
The Gillis Mansion in the snow.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Yreka, CA
  • Yreka Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Yreka Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Rain Rock Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Blue room

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Downstairs bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Green room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Library

1 Double Futon

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Orange room

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Victorian Mansion Newly Renovated. Sleeps 16. Two kitchens.

The Gillis House is the largest single family home in Siskiyou County. It’s been a movie set as well as an episode on the PBS show “If These Walls Could Talk.” The mansion has two new kitchens for your private use. One bedroom can be converted from a king bed to two extra long twin beds. Let us know your preference. The massive downstairs offers a large, fully-equipped chef's kitchen, huge living room, library with big screen tv, game room with poker table and 12 foot long custom table in the grand dining room. as well as a first-level bedroom for those guests who would prefer not to walk up stairs. The remaining four bedrooms are on the second level along with a kitchenette.

Property manager

Cynthia Sandberg
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This is not a childproof home. Watch your kids!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$1,000 deposit to be paid at least one week prior to arrival if VRBO property damage insurance is not purchased.
We will greet you at check-in to give you a brief tour. The house has a lot of details. We want you to get the most value out of your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Yreka

Located in Yreka, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Yreka Historic District and Chinese Cemetery Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yreka Park and Greenhorn Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Siskiyou County Fairgrounds and Shasta Dachshunds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Yreka, CA

What's nearby

  • Yreka Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yreka Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Siskiyou County Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • College of the Siskiyous Yreka Campus - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Rain Rock Casino - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rain Rock Casino - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smoked Tomato Pie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Victorian Mansion Newly Renovated. Sleeps 16. Two kitchens. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Victorian Mansion Newly Renovated. Sleeps 16. Two kitchens. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Victorian Mansion Newly Renovated. Sleeps 16. Two kitchens. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Victorian Mansion Newly Renovated. Sleeps 16. Two kitchens. located?

This family-friendly Yreka holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 5-minute walk of Yreka Historic District and Yreka Park. Siskiyou County Museum and Yreka City Hall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Yreka Gillis Mansion

My siblings and I rented the Gillis Mansion to have a place where our family could stay together when we came to Yreka to celebrate my Dad's 90th birthday. This property was perfect for our stay. There was plenty of space for everyone and the house is perfectly appointed. We enjoyed cooking in the beautiful and modern kitchen and all being able to fit in the dining room at the table together. We had a perfect weekend at this beautifully restored property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Friends group

This has got to be one of the best vacation rentals I’ve stayed at in the US, and I’ve stayed at a lot. From start to finish our group of 8 enjoyed every moment of this lovely historic home. It had great vibes, cleanliness, space, and comfort. Our host Stacy was top notch and was there anytime we needed her. The kitchen had all the essentials you needed to make large meals. We definitely will return and stay at this amazing place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda C.

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

Beautiful

Where do I start, the Gillis house is just beautiful. Very clean, very large, and let me tell you about the kitchen!!! Beautiful Huge gourmet kitchen. You will not want for nothing. I will definitely try to rent this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

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

Best BNB experience EVER

Wow. What a place. Five couples spent a weekend here and we all agreed it was our best BNB experience ever. It's spotlessly clean, spacious, tastefully decorated, and well equipped. The kitchen had high-end appliances and every utensil, pot, pan, and gadget one would ever need, even spices and condiments. There were thoughtful little touches like USB ports and charging cords on the nightstands, shampoo and conditioner in the showers, etc. The beds and furniture are high-quality and very comfortable. We felt like guests in someone's well-loved home, not renters of a BNB. There was off-street parking for our 5 cars and a fenced yard for the dog. None of us wanted to leave. We have already booked this place for our gathering next year. Having stayed in over 50 bnb places in the US and overseas, I can whole heatedly recommend this place. BNB just doesn't get any better than this.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

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

Super Fun!

The house is impressive and the kitchen is WELL stocked with spices and housewares. Everyone slept comfortably, even the roll aways were top notch. The host was nice and helpful as well. Great stay in a super cool house!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

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

Such a wonderful rental!

During our 3 night stay, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the house, including all those that had hotel rooms in town! Every room was nicely laid out & equipped with everything necessary for a memorable time. I’m not sure it could have worked any better for our family group and we would not hesitate to rent it again in the future! This history of the house made it even more memorable for us all. We can’t thank the owners enough for having this chance to enjoy this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

A Perfect Home for Family Gatherings

A beautifully furnished historic home perfect for family gatherings. 14 family members (ages 80 years to 2 months) stayed 3 nights in this amazing home. This home will definitely be our choice for future stays in Yreka.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph b.

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

Stepping Back in Time in Luxury: A Review

This beautifully restored 1895 mansion is more than just a rental property, it's an experience. The meticulous restoration has preserved the home's grandeur while incorporating modern amenities. Soaring ceilings, intricate woodwork, and original details transport you to a bygone era, while the updated kitchen and bathrooms ensure a comfortable stay. The property is perfect for discerning travelers seeking a unique and luxurious stay, extended family vacations with plenty of room for everyone, and special occasions that deserve a grand setting. As my Grandma from Yreka said “oh my, it’s just as grand and beautiful as I always imaged it would be!” …I think that about sums it up.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Comfortable Stay in a Beautifully Preserved Historic Home

The Gillis House was a perfect stay for my partner and group of friends. Each year we celebrate my birthday, which is around Halloween, by doing a murder-mystery party. Our group of friends have come to expect this every year, and with our recent move to Oregon and everyone else back in California, Yreka happened to be the almost exact mid-point for us to reconvene. Stacey the property manager me us onsite to run through the operation, quirks, and management of the house that has particularities that come with a house of this age and size. There were really no special care instructions that were tedious; every part of the stay was straightforward and mostly care free. On our second night, the ball-and-claw foot tub didn't want to shut off after we bathed the baby before bedtime. Cindy the owner was very responsive to help us troubleshoot and find a solution and didn't interrupt our night at all. We appreciated that everyone communicated very clearly and the house was set up to be very comfortable for our large group, pet friendly for our dog, and had all the modern amenities for a nice enjoyable stay in a beautifully preserved historic home. We will be looking to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

peg l.

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

Fabulous property!

We stayed at the Gillis House for a 10-sibling family gathering. We are all seniors, and felt the stairs were easy to navigate. The kitchen and bathrooms were well-appointed. (All of the beds were comfortable, save the twin beds, which could be attributed to not sleeping on one for 55 years.) We have stayed in many VRBO's in 5 states for our annual family gathering over the past 10 years, such as Bandon, Tahoe and Estes Park, and concluded this one was the best for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie p.

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

Montaque Wedding

We were a group of 5 couples attending a wedding in Montaque. The Gillis Mansion is like stepping back in time with all the modern amenities. I was amazed at the comfort of the very well-stocked house. Our whole group agrees we would definitely stay at the Gillis Mansion again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beyond our expectations!

I grew up in Yreka and have been by this house a thousand times. Being able to stay here and have such a great experience was amazing! I stayed here with my family and my brother's family. There were so much space and never did we feel too crowded. The cleanliness of the house was great. I am pretty picky and I was blown away by what a great job they did with such a large home. All the furnishings fit the house beautifully and the remodeling that was done was very tasteful. The house is beyond stocked for almost anything you like to do. I wish we had more time so that I could've used the incredible kitchen! Communication with the owner was great and easy. We didn't get a chance to meet in person but their property manager was nice to deal with as well. This is such a piece of history for the town of Yreka and I'm grateful that they have kept this house up and are allowing people to stay there. I hope we get another chance to stay here in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil S.

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

Best Vrbo Stay ever...till date

When we first stumbled upon this Mansion on Vrbo, it seemed almost too good to be true. There must be a catch! But everything was as perfect as it seemed on the listing. Cynthia is the most thoughtful, gracious host. We stayed at this mansion with my parents and our friends and had the best experience imaginable. The mansion is located just 5 minutes away from I-5, and we walked to Yreka downtown and coffee shop every single day because it was so close. The mansion has lot of rooms and space to accomodate large parties. It has all the great amenities such as fully equipped 2 kitchens with full cookware and modern dinnerware and glassware. Cynthia was very considerate to provide portable air conditioners for each room, so you’ll have everything you need during your stay. The bedrooms all have their own bathroom and plenty of privacy. We loved the small details such as - multiple mobile chargers provided in each of the rooms and common areas and board games provided for the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurey A.

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

Beautiful Historic Home

We had a great time staying at the Gillis Mansion with our kids and grandkids. It’s a beautiful property equipped with everything we needed. Both the owner and property manager were great to communicate with. We played tons of games and had a live Clue night in costumes . Lifetime memories. 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Exceeded expectations

This was the best short term rental ever for a siblings reunion. This place is absolutely beautiful... Impressive bedrooms, antique beds and furniture, plenty of bathrooms and large kitchen. It was perfect as it has five bedrooms with more than ample space and privacy. We expected it to be nice but it exceeded our expectations.Hopefully those who rent this place in the future will treat it with the respect and care it deserves so it can be enjoyed for many years to come..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Family gathering

This house was perfect for a gathering of extended family. We had large group meals around the table, and the ample seating in the front room, library and elsewhere made it possible for smaller groups to visit comfortably. The house is beautifully appointed and the bedrooms are luxurious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

Sister's reunion

My sisters and I with our husbands had a reunion at this beautiful home in Yreka where we grew up. The house was even better than we could imagine. We felt like royalty! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna O.

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

Beautiful historic home worth checking out

This was a very old and historic home and a fun experience to stay at. We were with lots of family, had plenty of bathrooms, beds and space for us all. The home has work that is being done, but did not under our stay. We very much enjoyed the comfort of this amazing space and had a great time exploring the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

5 Stars -Excellent

This historic home is beautifully restored with museum quality furnishings and artwork. Check-in went smoothly and the home was even better than we expected. We did not have any young children in our group. Parents will need to be extra vigilant if you stay here as the furnishings are exquisite and many look irreplaceable. The beds are exceptionally comfortable. The location was perfect. We walked a few blocks to check out the local stores. The candy shop was a fun stop. The spacious kitchen worked great for our meals. The outside deck was a great place to enjoy the homemade ice cream we made. We also appreciated the upstairs kitchen with coffee and teas. It was very hot during our stay, but the house stayed comfortable with the fans and AC units in bedrooms. Thanks for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Great house

We enjoyed our stay at the mansion so much!! Great house, plenty of ammentities! The kids loved the huge space! We would definitely stay again ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie S.

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

Weekend stay

One of the absolute best properties we have ever stayed with, Home was breathtakingly beautiful- convenient location- and owners were easy to communicate with and had met all request before we even new what we needed- home was well stocked, felt very comfortable and relaxing. If yoy are looking for a place in Yreka area- you wont find any place better! Highly recccommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cynthia Sandberg

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Cynthia and Zach (mom and son) love to renovate houses and have poured our hearts and souls into restoring life back into the iconic Gillis Mansion in Yreka, CA. We also have a small family-run farm and plant nursery in Santa Cruz, California. Ask us anything about growing veggies, and we can help you!

What makes this property unique

It's rare to be able to have a whole-house Victorian mansion stay of this magnitude. This "plum princess" is the pride of Siskiyou County. It is the most-famous house in town and guests enjoy a newly-restored grand residence that brings back yesteryear.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests