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Natal Granite Multi-family retreat, fast WiFi, AC, Shaver Lake forested area

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The back of the house in the snow
Large retreat, in the woods, with lots of parking.
Dogs are family, too!
Kitchen and dining room. Table seats 12 + with room for a folding table, too.
Living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20385.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shaver Lake, CA
  • Museum of the Sierra
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sierra Marina
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Shaver Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

"Aspen Grove" Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

"Fox Den" Bunk Room

+4
6 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

"Oak View" Bedroom

3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

"Rainbow Cove" Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

"Sierra Sunshine" Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

"Aspen Grove" Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

"Rainbow Cove" Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

"Sierra Sunshine" Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Laundry Room Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Natal Granite Multi-family retreat, fast WiFi, AC, Shaver Lake forested area

This beautifully maintained home is very roomy. With 2 Calif King beds, 5 Queen beds, 3 full beds (plus 3 full upper bunks) and 7 twin beds (as well as 6 twin and one queen air beds) you can easily fit your family. There are so many options for sleeping arrangements that you can arrange your group easily. Air conditioned--one of the few homes in Shaver Lake with AC.

Worry-free Booking: we provide $1500 accidental damage protection at no extra charge in case something gets damaged!

Instant Booking is available for your convenience; please note that we reserve the right to cancel your booking if we find out your group does not meet our requirements. You will be required to provide a photo ID prior to check in and the address on the ID must match the address on your payment method used for booking. We require a signed contract for renting--you will be emailed the link to the contract. You will be asked for the full names of all members of your group, and the ages by count. No visitors, other than those listed, are permitted at the house at any time.

Just a reminder: CFAR insurance is HIGHLY recommended if you would be upset to lose part, or all, of your prepaid rent for this stay, based on the cancelation policy. Be forewarned: Covid closures of events, travel restrictions and fear of Covid exposure are all invalid reasons for cancelation under our policy. For those not wishing to purchase insurance, other options include (a) renting properties which allow last minute cancelation, or (b) wait to book until right before your trip, after you know your group can make the trip.

What makes our cabin different than others in Shaver Lake? We have air conditioning (rare in our community.) We are in a very quiet area, so you are not right on top of other groups. We are handicap accessible on the ground floor, including a wheelchair ramp and roll-in shower. We have a spacious house that was designed for larger groups so you have plenty of seating for hanging out, we are kid and pet friendly, we have a walking trail across the bottom of our acre plus yard, plenty of parking space, really nice kitchen utensils and place settings, we make up the beds for you before you come, we have a gas BBQ, and--well, so many other nice features!

Nestled deep in the majestic western Sierras (but easily accessible by road) our 4,000+ square foot retreat with its spacious kitchen, 4.5 baths, 8-12 person bunkroom (3 full over full and 1 twin over twin), 3 big master bedrooms (one with an in-room two person Jacuzzi jetted tub), living room, den, man-cave with surround sound hi-res TV, this retreat has an atmosphere of quiet and comfort.

Fall, spring and summer guests enjoy spring skiing, hundreds of miles of hiking and bike trails (one even passes through our backyard), popular 4 wheel drive roads, rock climbing, world class freshwater fishing (lake and stream, stocked and native), swimming and nature viewing.

Winter Guests enjoy spectacular downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding and sledding.

Upstairs and garage are wheelchair accessible, with a bathroom & shower for wheelchair access. The Man Cave offers a place to just hang out and make noise without bothering anyone else.

The constant on-demand water heater never runs out of hot water so you have plenty! Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, all cooking gear, and a table seating 12 at a time.

Electric power can be turned off here (and in any other areas in California considered "high risk for fire") by the electric company, without warning. Storms can also turn off electric. This means wi-fi, air conditioning, possibly cell phone connection, lights, TV will all be off. We do NOT offer refunds for lack of electric service. There is emergency lighting and heat and cooking by wood stove available.

There is a hiking trail off the back of the property, so you can hike most seasons (or snow shoe during the winter months) without driving anywhere. This is a very quiet neighborhood so you can really enjoy nature without seeing a lot of people; deer, coyote, raccoons and other creatures amble across the property all day and night. The roads and the driveway are cleared by a snow plow, so you won't be stuck in a large storm. There is a large deck to hang out on and enjoy the woods. A gas BBQ is available for outdoor grilling. Lots of extra chairs and tables available for large events. Dishes and tableware are of high quality.

Please review our refund policy before booking and purchase the appropriate travel insurance, as needed. If you are worried about losing money due to cancelling the reservation, consider Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance.

Property manager

Dottie Natal

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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
We have toddler gear available.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No drinking parties; quiet after 9PM, before 8AM
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Well-behaved dogs are welcome!
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking on decks, in garage, not in house
We require a photo ID and signed contract from the primary renter.
You must provide approximate ages of all guests in party and names of adults. You must sign the agreement and provide photo ID.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: No drinking parties; quiet after 9PM, before 8AM
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shaver Lake

Located in Granite Ridge, a neighbourhood in Shaver Lake, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Sierra Marina and China Peak Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sierra National Forest and Shaver Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Shaver Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Sierra National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Central Sierra Historical Society - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Museum of the Sierra - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Sierra Marina - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Shaver Lake - 13 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shaver Lake Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaver Lake Pub N Grub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Tripper Cafe & Tea House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Blue Sky Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Natal Granite Multi-family retreat, fast WiFi, AC, Shaver Lake forested area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Natal Granite Multi-family retreat, fast WiFi, AC, Shaver Lake forested area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Natal Granite Multi-family retreat, fast WiFi, AC, Shaver Lake forested area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Natal Granite Multi-family retreat, fast WiFi, AC, Shaver Lake forested area located?

This family-friendly Shaver Lake holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sierra National Forest and Shaver Lake. Central Sierra Historical Society and Museum of the Sierra are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

prashant k., Oak park California

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

Memorable stay with family and friends

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This place has all the essential needs that your require for a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

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

Great place for a family gathering

The house was very comfortable, we had plenty of room and enjoyed our stay, it was well equipped. The area is beautiful, and we enjoyed exploring. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Volodymyr D.

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

Huge get away home

Amazing place to get away from home and spend time with friends and family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Just like home

We loved the home, so much space and very comfy and beautiful. Located in a great neighborhood and host very nice. We just can’t wait to book this home again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

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

Amazing

This is an amazing property. I will never stay anywhere else. I love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Lori C.

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

Lovely property

The property was very well kept and in a peaceful location. Had a great trip and Dottie was easy to communicate with. Large space with plenty of room for group to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Beautiful and spacious

We had 4 families come together to stay at this property. Ages ranged from 8-78. The setup was perfect for us. The kids all got to sleep in the Fox Den and then play pool when they woke up before the adults. The whole area was very peaceful. The dining room table made it possible for all of us to eat together. Amazing place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo N.

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

Comfortable and Relaxing

My family and I had a great time, was very cozy and relaxing for everyone. Would definitely recommend to stay at this location. Do you own this property and plan to sell it in the future?
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reggie J.

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

Annual family trip

Great place to stay at. Big family we have big house to enjoy. We all fit comfortably. Location is beautiful. And kids love the snow. Lake is near to emjoy a relaxing time. Over-all everything we needed to have a great time was here. Special thanks to our host. For everything that she did for us. We appreciate it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi S.

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

Wonderful place for a large group!

We had a great time at Shaver Lake! We have a group of 15 people and this house fit us perfectly 😊. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, lots of space. Kitchen is stocked with every type of cookware! The ice maker wasn’t working and the host was easy to communicate with. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cliff M.

Natal Granite is the Real Deal

If you're looking for a place that can accommodate 20 people and each one having their own bed for a business retreat, Natal Granite is it. The location was excellent. The house had everything we needed to cook a dinner for 20 adults. Plus, any question we had met with an immediate response.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Wonderful Multi-Family Retreat

We do an annual trip with a group of families to visit the snow. We loved the Natal house. The pictures do not do it justice. We had 8 adults and 7 children. There was plenty of space for everyone. The large kitchen and dining table meant we could do food prep and eating as a group. The backyard had a little hill the kids loved sledding off of. 20 minutes away we were able to get up a little higher in elevation and have fresh snow for sledding. We had such a great time we are returning next year :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia V.

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

Comfortable Spacious and Charming

This place was perfect for our family!!! The place was spacious, lots of bed, lots of rooms. The man cave was the favorite for the kids. Such a comfortable place. ***Dottie was amazing, there was supposed to be a snow storm and she made our safety a priority. We had to leave a day earlier and made sure we had the day allotted for. She made sure we had all the information we needed for our family trip so that there were no hiccups along the way. By far one of the nicest places I have rented out
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irina T.

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

Great vacation stay for a family or group

Our group had a great time staying at the cabin! Lots of space, plenty of beds, fully stocked kitchen, and a great location. Due to the fire damage to the Shaver Lake sewer system, guests are asked to be very conservative with the water use (no use of jacuzzi, no long showers, no running water). It didn't spoil our wonderful stay though. Hope, the issues are resolved by the city soon. The hiking trail goes right by the cabin for a nice walk and the nearby area isn't burnt by the fires. The host was very responsive and proactive prior to our arrival and we didn't have any issues during the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette P., Visalia

Fantastic!

We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay. What an ideal home for a big family like ours. The only problem was that the water in kitchen wasn't very hot and the pressure was low. That made cleaning up pretty difficult. I tried calling the maintenance man Sunday night but he didn't answer. We did our best to adjust. It was so much fun playing in the local snow. Thank you so much for providing our family with such special memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great family vacation home

We just got back from a weeks stay at the Natal home and we had a wonderful time. The house was perfect for our large family vacation. We had 7 grandchildren and 8 adults and we fit perfectly. The kids and adults loved playing pool. We loved the fully stocked kitchen and the roomy dining area. We had a blast cooking every night and all being able to sit in the kitchen and dining area together. We loved that we could spread out and not get on each others nerves. The kids could play downstairs and the adults could visit upstairs. The TVs in each room were a nice touch as was the dinnerware. It was nice to have such nice plates and glasses. Other homes we have rented usually use their left over dishes and nothing matches. We also took advantage of the hiking trail and hiked most everyday. We have voted and hope to come back in the winter to enjoy the snow. Thank you for having such a nice home available.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N., Visalia, CA

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

Natal Granite Ridge

Great stay would return again. Fit our family perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Fantastic Place

We actually rented three properties in shaver lake this summer and our favorite by far is this one. Dottie does a great job having a clean ready to go great for large grieves with three crockpots tons of utensils and plates lots of beds to sleep in and the most important thing air-conditioning! All for less than the other comparable house cost. This is our second year staying here and we will certainly be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Best Family Vacation house!!!

Beautiful super clean comfortable house with plenty of room for our family (8 adults, 6 kids and our dogs) Great hiking trails out back and it’s an easy drive to the lake!! We had the most amazing time and created lasting memories we will cherish forever!! This is definitely the best house we have rented on vrbo!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

GABRIEL A.

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

Wonderful stay

My family and I had a wonderful stay at the Natal property. Our kids had a blast playing in the snow outside and exploring the area. Plenty of space inside and a wonderful inviting kitchen where we spent most of our time when not in the snow. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sivaram N., Cupertino, CA

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

Wonderful stay

16 of us with 7 children stayed in this property for the 2021 Thanksgiving. Nothing more to add to what is already mentioned in other reviews.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A., Kern County

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

Our family had a blast! We loved this property!

This was our first family cabin trip ever. We had a group size of 20 which was made up of 5 families. Our search to accommodate our group size, along with a reasonable rate and available dates left us with little options. We came across this property and all agreed this was the best option. I cannot tell you how happy we were to have landed this gem! The pictures do not do this place justice. The house was very spacious and had everything you could possible need for day to day living. We brought extra cooking items, toiletries and other essentials but we could have save some space had we known the extent of what the property was equipped with. I could go on and on about how much we loved this place. It will def be part of our annual cabin trips. HIGHLY RECCOMEND!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dallas H., Fresno

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

Spacious place, better than expectations

Photos do no justice for how the place really looks. Upon arrival check-in was easy. House we clean and had a fresh scent as noted by my sister who joined us. Plenty of room for our group of 20. Was pleasantly surprised at how stocked the house was. Have been to several other rental homes and this one far surpassed my expectations. House was much larger than I had expected and internet speed was great considering how many people were on at the same time. Thoroughly enjoyed our short time there. Will definitely recommend and will consider booking again sometime in the future. Kids loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Our annual stay 2021.

This house just keeps getting better everytime we stay here. It is ideal for groups or large families like we had. Dottie is the absolute best owner and is always available for any questions or issues you might have during your stay. Love the new flooring this year and can't wait to see what she does next with the property. We will be back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

quyen t.

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

A perfect place for a big family getaway

My family had a fantastic time in this cabin. We appreciate the thoughtful details that the cabin owner has invested in this cabin to create a pleasant and comfortable experience during our stay. We love the fully stocked kitchen and beautiful decorations. The kids enjoyed the game room while the adults like to walk around the peaceful natural scenery neighborhood. We love to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dottie Natal

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I love the Sierras! Hiking, swimming, fishing, skiing, horseback riding--all this and more! My favorite place in the world is Shaver Lake. I love to draw and paint, breathe the fresh piney air, and spend as much time as I can in Shaver Lake.

Why they chose this property

After visiting the Shaver Lake area nearly every summer since 1969, my husband and I purchased a bare lot and built our house. I designed it and drew the blueprints and my brother did most of the construction (though I built the deck with the help of my sister and several women friends.) All the photos and artwork in the house are mine. I do the "decorating" and maintain the house, while my husband Dave maintains the yard and helps with the Spring and Winter cleans. I designed the house to be comfortable for large groups of people, with plenty of meeting and sitting areas, lots of sleeping options, and nice views from the various rooms.

What makes this property unique

You'll love the master bedrooms (get away from it all) and the Man Cave. You will find the hiking trail that crosses near the bottom of the property a lot of fun--you can hike or snow shoe for many miles without crossing a road. It's so quiet and peaceful in the mountains you will have a chance to really unwind and relax. Unlike most other rentals in Shaver Lake, we provide made up beds for you so you don't have to do this yourself.

Languages:

English