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A Mountain Rose 🌹 in the winter!
Welcome to A Mountain Rose
Front deck as you walk up to our home.
Enjoy a meal on our front deck!
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 489.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Pollock Pines, CA
  • Sly Park Campground
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pollock Pines Recreation Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Placerville, CA (PVF)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Great room

1 Queen Bed

Green Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Red Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

A Mountain Rose, near APPLE HILL, wine, Jenkinson LAKE, swim, snow, FUN! EVs

A Mountain Rose is a cozy, two bedroom home in the magnificent pines and cedars of Pollock Pines in the Sierra Mountains. The trees are bountiful, and their smells are relaxing and refreshing! We do allow up to 2 well-behaved pets with prior approval & extra pet fees. (We abide by El Dorado County's Vacation Home Rental laws. Permit # VHR072381 & TOT#T48436)

4 guests, BUT if you have children under 6 yrs, they don't count in the guest total.

You may charge your Electrical Vehicle with prior approval. We charge $30. (240 volt 50amp, 14-50 outlet)

Our home is located two miles from Hwy 50 and about 50 miles from both Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe. Just a quick drive to the famous Apple Hill area or Placerville.

Our little house in the woods is a great place for a romantic getaway, families, or friends. It is decorated in a fashion to make everyone's stay feel extra special. It's not like a musty old cabin in the woods. Our hardwood floors help to make our home even more charming. We have complimentary WIFI for those who just can't leave technology at home. We consider long-term rentals. Please come and enjoy the relaxation and smells of the pines after a day of adventure and fun!

Our well-stocked kitchen is a delight to prepare meals for family and friends. You may enjoy eating at our breakfast bar or at our dining room table that may be extended for larger groups. Maybe you would enjoy BBQing and eating outside instead? There are tables both in the front and backyards. It is so relaxing to eat and chat outside.

We have a wonderful cozy fireplace to warm you up, or you may want to venture outside and enjoy our fire pit and gaze into the night sky to check out the stars. You may want to roast marshmallows and make delicious s'mores! A Mountain Rose is like camping in luxury!

At A Mountain Rose, we have many activities for the family, including an array of board games, croquet, air hockey, and even a ping-pong table. We have a smart TV and offer many DVDs for your enjoyment. Just a short walk away, there is a great playground & disc golf course. There is something to keep everyone busy!

Nearby is the very popular Sly Park Recreation Area with the beautiful Jenkinson Lake. It has 645 acres of surface water and great fishing opportunities. The lake has a boat launch and a boat rental facility. (Kayaks, canoes, pedal boats, and row boats) Of course, if you want to bring your own boat, we have plenty of parking. Swimming and water skiing are allowed, but personal water crafts are not. In the winter, you may go snow shoeing, sledding, or just play in the snow. It's just a spectacular setting for many outdoor activities!

For the Apple Hill (Camino) lovers, we are less than ten miles from this special area! In April, there is the Apple Blossom Festival. In the summer, there is the cherry and berry harvest. In the fall months, the traditional harvest season is in full swing. You can enjoy the cornucopia of fruits, ciders, vegetables, wines, baked goods, and homemade preserves. Of course, in winter, you can start your own family traditions as you cut down your own Christmas tree and enjoy the magic in the air! Oh, I forgot, you may want to visit a local winery and bring some back to enjoy!

Do you love snow skiing? Then, you'll be glad to hear that we're about 35 miles from Sierra at Tahoe or about 50 miles from Heavenly Mountain Resort.

We are about 15 miles from the charming historical 'Gold Rush' town of Placerville. It is a peaceful blend of old and new that offers something for everyone. There is a lot to do, and you can easily spend the day exploring the area.

If you're into gambling, then Red Hawk Casino is about 20 miles away. They have slot machines, gambling tables, restaurants, and entertainment.

There is so much to do! Of course, you can just sit on the front deck, relax, and enjoy a book and your favorite beverage!!!!

Keywords: EV charging outlet, mountain, escape, couples, family, families, skiing, hiking, boating, kayaking, cabin, house, woods, gold country, pets, clean, luxury, gambling, Lake Tahoe, Sierra Mountains, wine tasting, Placerville, Apple Hill, Camino, romantic, lake, recreation area, RV, boat, fishing, Sly Park Recreation, Jenkinson Lake

Property manager

Catherine
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 6 yrs do not count in guest total
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Well-trained pet & have preapproval, extra charges
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO Smoking in the house

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 072381

About the area

Pollock Pines

Located in Pollock Pines, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Crystal Basin Cellars and Time Out Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sly Park Campground and Pollock Pines Recreation Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Pollock Pines, CA

What's nearby

  • Sly Park Campground - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Station Plaza - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Pollock Pines Branch El Dorado County Library - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Pollock Pines Recreation Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Pond Trading Post - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪C and T's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Southfork 1848 Eatery and Bakeshop - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Mountain Rose, near APPLE HILL, wine, Jenkinson LAKE, swim, snow, FUN! EVs pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A Mountain Rose, near APPLE HILL, wine, Jenkinson LAKE, swim, snow, FUN! EVs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Mountain Rose, near APPLE HILL, wine, Jenkinson LAKE, swim, snow, FUN! EVs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Mountain Rose, near APPLE HILL, wine, Jenkinson LAKE, swim, snow, FUN! EVs located?

This family-friendly Pollock Pines holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sly Park Campground, Station Plaza and Pollock Pines Recreation Park. Bullion Bend Historic Marker and South Fork of the American River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

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

Good Quiet location

It was a cute little place with plenty of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

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

Home away from home

Most well provisioned vacation property. From cooking items to toys for the kids. Large backyard with fire pit, grill, and seating. Was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane V.

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

Great House!

Our 2 nights were perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Very nice house near Apple Hill.

Everything was as expected. Very clean and everything was well labeled. We have family and friends in the area and would have liked to have them stop by. There is a no guests policy at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

jan e.

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

Adorable Little Cabin

Everything we needed, kitchen was fully stocked and labeled. Host was very easy to contact when we had questions. Could use new pillows and cotton sheets instead of polyester. Several of us were allergic to the laundry detergent, maybe a free and clear kind next time. The yard was perfect for our two dogs. We even got unexpected snow which the kids loved.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Cute, comfy amd well stocked

We had a wonderful stay. The house has everything you could want for a home away from home. The neighborhood is quiet and pretty. The clubhouse has 2 pools and a swingset. We had a nice stroll through the disc golf coures in the morning too. Super close to Jenkinson lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Very nice house, well maintained, great gateway to El Dorado National Forest

This is a very comfortable house for two couples (2BR/1Ba) with a well-stocked kitchen. We stayed here 3 nights while day hiking in the El Dorado National Forest. Quite close to a Safeway and a couple of good restaurants in Pollock Pines. Good, direct communication with the owner before/during/after our stay. Would not hesitate to stay again and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to stay in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

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

Beautiful little gem

Very cozy little place. We stayed here for a little over a month and not only does this place come fully equipped with everything you could possibly need but it just had a real comfortable you're right at home feeling. I also love the open fireplace. It gave such a peaceful ambience. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEE D.

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

Cute & comfy

The space was just what we needed. The location was perfect. The owner was very helpful & accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Enchanting Family Reunion

My husband and I and my eldest daughter (an adult) stayed at this lovely home for two nights. It is a beautifully furnished home with lots of outdoor relaxing areas for seating and/or dining. It was a perfect place for our two dogs to stay with us, as it has an enclosed backyard and areas where they can be with the family, but also the option to be managed in just a couple of rooms (kitchen and garage leading to the outdoor patio.) The house is beautifully equipped for gourmet cooking and for entertaining. We had family members over during the day (one 21 month old, a ten year old, and 3 adults). We loved the toys for toddlers and the supply of games nicely kept in the closet for guests to use. There were lovely games to play in the garage as well: ping-pong, foosball, etc. The baby girl loved the little car and toys for playing outside. The property is immaculately clean and welcoming. I hope to return sometime soon to this lovely vacation spot in the forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vasyl G.

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

excellent!

Very clean and well stocked house! Owner was nice and gave detailed instruction for check in! We had a great time! Definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick V.

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

Super Hosted

Everything was thought out ahead of time. All we had to do wasn’t walk in and relax
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Wonderful Summer Retreat

We made a mid-week trip here for the first time from Napa and had a lovely time! Catherine the host was always available and helpful in getting our bearings. The community amenities and Sly Park Recreation area are very convenient. Home was very clean and cozy, with all the wares you need in the kitchen. If you're a movie buff, there is also a vast DVD collection to sift through. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Wonderful!!

It was perfect. Very relaxing. Perfect location for days at Jenkinson Lake. Lazy days at the pool, and close to groceries. Catherine was kind and helpful. The nightly ping pong tournaments between the teen boys were epic. We all can't wait to come back again next summer. When your teenage son tells you it' was a "W" vacation, you know it's great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H., Concord, California

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

NIce house

Clean, very well stocked, modern with a traditional and homey feeling. Loved the large fenced in yard for our dogs and the proximity to great dog-friendly hiking. Owner responsive but no issues requiring help. In the woods but close to Safeway and restaurants. Near Rt. 50 but quiet and peaceful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Wonderful time away

From the start, the owner was so pleasant and easy to work with. She was super responsive and very kind. The home is adorable! Very clean and very well taken care of! This was a weekend getaway for my husband and I. We fished by day and relaxed by night. We even challenged each other in some foosball and table tennis! Overall, it was an excellent experience and we will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P., San Francisco Ca

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

Warm and Cozy

We had such a wonderful time resting and relaxing at A Mountain Rose! The house was clean and the kitchen fully stocked with kitchen ware and appliances. The house has everything that you need. We enjoyed the cozy wood fireplace while catching up on some reading. A short drive to Placerville was a fun trip! Catherine is such a gracious hostess, we are looking forward to the next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deana L.

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

Close enough for a mountain getaway

We wanted a base for a weekend of snow play and it was perfect. There's not much snow at this level which was what we wanted. Just a short drive to deep snow or ski resorts. The owner is very attentive and the home is very well appointed. It has everything you will need. It was cozy and comfy snd we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

We'll be back!

We loved our stay at A Mountain Rose! The house was stocked full of fun things for our whole family to do. Our 8 & 12 year old loved the garage filled with ping pong, fooseball, and air hockey. Our 3 year old loved the closet full of blocks, Little People, Mr. Potatohead and coloring supplies. Us adults loved the fully stocked kitchen, comfy bed and huge DVD selection. We also enjoyed being so close to the lake! Lifelong memories were made!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Drew P.

A wonderful, quiet place with all the amenities you need, except maybe for one thing

We stayed at mountain ranch for my wife's birthday to get away from the city and unplug; maybe visit Apple Hill for a bit too. There were 4 of us; we have 2 early teenage boys. Unplugging there is easy. The neighborhood is super quiet, and the house was very warm and inviting; and my wife mentioned several times how cozy she felt there. Mtn rose is a home away from home and has plenty of everything you'd find in your own home - whenever we wished we had something, boom, we found it. Things you don't even think of like cooking pans, whisks, napkins, s&p shakers, cooking spray, portable heaters, etc. Its all there - I felt like the owners had thought of everything (took a while to locate the trash bags, but we didn't look in the can bottom for extras). The kids and I LOVED the ping pong table in the garage. It also had a pool table and air hockey table, which we didn't use, and also snow sledding equipment, frisbees, tennis racquets, and even one of those "child safety plastic stands" with the flags for nearby drivers. We didn't even get to the extensive DVD collection there for kids and grown ups - a nice perk. The owner tells me that the community has a pool and a frisbee golf course too - we didn't see where to access that... maybe that can be more apparent in the documentation somehow; but the rooms had binders and guides in intuitive places. The guides were complete on how to operate everything. Very easy. The light switches are labeled to what they turn on/off, which helped a lot. The owners were easy to contact if something went awry, but nothing did. The only real drawback we had - and its not really something you can change easily about Mountain rose - was the fact that there was only one bathroom. 4 grown people sharing that one bathroom was pretty difficult at times; especially if one was using the shower (tempered glass walls, so no one else could use the facilities). My wife also had hoped that there would be a bathtub, but the bathroom is too small for that. In fact, that was the feeling we got from most of the house. It has everything, but it felt a little "packed", as in, there was not much space to move around to squeeze past another person in the hall, around furniture, etc. Overall, it was a great, quiet place to stay. Despite the very small shortcomings, I think we would stay here again for its convenience of location and its inclusivity of all amenities you would need for a quiet weekend away to unplug. Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

We had a wonderful time and the kids loved roaming around the back yard.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

julea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Excellent choice

This property was well maintained and had exactly what we were looking for. The hostess was gracious, courteous, and helpful--always made herself available. I would highly recommend this property. Hope to revisit in the future...
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim R., United States

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

As clean as they could possibly come

What a beautiful home! It was so beautiful clean and tidy! We loved our stay came a little late in the year can’t wait to go back up earlier and stay longer. The owner was very attentive to all of our needs and super easy to contact. I wish they were all like this it would make my decisions easier. Some very nice restaurants nearby. Plus a Safeway very close.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

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

Girls weekend at Apple Hill

We stayed at A Mountain Rose while exploring Apple Hill and Placerville for our 'girls weekend get away'. The location is great, just down the road from Sly Park lake. The home is well stocked and has just about anything you could need. We enjoyed a very comfortable and relaxing stay...so much so that I am brining my hubby and parents with me to stay at A Mountain Rose next month and plan to use the air hockey and ping pong tables in the garage!!! Catherine was easy to communicate with and very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Catherine

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My husband and I live full time in the San Francisco Bay Area and love the foothills and mountains of the Sierras.

Why they chose this property

We love the Sierras and decided we wanted a place to escape that had lots of trees and allowed us to relax. We wanted a place that felt remote, yet wasn't too far into the snow country (4000ft) or too far from modern conveniences. We were lucky to find A Mountain Rose! It almost feels like you're camping, but you're able to cook and sleep in luxury! We love our home in the mountains! We also wanted a place to share with our family for generations. We fell in love with A Mountain Rose. It is surrounded by pines and cedars. It's a quick walk to the heated swimming pools, playground, and tennis courts. It's about 2 miles to Sly Park Recreation area and about 35 miles to Sierra at Tahoe. It offers something for all ages!

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