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Private Mountain House with Views and a Hot Tub//Golf//MTB Trails

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Portola, CA
  • Western Pacific Railroad Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dragon Golf Course at Nakoma Resort
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Grizzly Ranch Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Private Mountain House with Views and a Hot Tub//Golf//MTB Trails

Welcome to The Lair of The Bear!
This home is located in The Lost Sierra, an inspiring region of soaring peaks, scenic rivers and alpine lakes, where you will break free of the traffic and crowds. It is just a short drive north of Truckee-Tahoe, in Graeagle, Ca.

This large beautifully decorated single story home offers four bedrooms and three bathrooms, a large entertaining kitchen and dining room, and a one car garage with ample parking. The home contains all new furnishings throughout and new stainless steel appliances in the chef's kitchen.

The three private bedrooms are comfortably appointed with down comforters, and luxury linens. The master bedroom sleeps up to 2 people in a King bed with large ensuite bathroom that features double sinks, large walk in shower and soaking tub. This bedroom has door access to the hot tub and large wrap around deck.

The first guest bedroom sleeps up to 2 people, has a queen bed and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower.

The second guest bedroom sleeps up to 2 people with a queen bed.

There is a third guest bedroom used as a gym room with a peloton and yoga mats. It has a futon that makes into a full size bed, with sheets and blankets provided. For, additional guests there is also a self inflation air mattress.

Enjoy preparing a romantic dinner for two or feed the whole family after a day of adventuring in the forest. The kitchen is equipped with everything you'll need, including the basics such as cooking oil and seasonings as well as a Nespresso machine with a variety of pods to choose from. A small drip coffee maker and grinder are available as well.

The living room has two brand new fully reclining electric leather couches and a 75 inch LCD TV ready for your streaming options. There is high speed wifi internet access throughout the house.

Also, enjoy the large six person hot tub on the wrap around gated deck with access from the master bedroom or living room. Start your morning with a cup of coffee on the deck and enjoy the mountain views or sit out in the evening with a glass of wine and enjoy the sunset and quiet.

At the end of a quiet road, the Lair of the Bear, sits on three wooded acres that expand directly into Plumas National Forest. In addition to enjoying all the property and forest have to offer, the historic town of Graeagle with its quaint coffee bars and shops is just down the hill.

It is also a golfer's dream location, within 2.5 miles of the Dragon golf course at Nakoma and 15 minutes to Grizzly Ranch, which was recently named as one of the top 100 public courses in the US.

Also notable, is the Western Pacific Train Museum in Portola, Ca, just a five minute drive from the house.

The Lost Sierra offers activities year round. Spring, summer and fall are perfect for hiking and mountain biking, fishing and boating. Winter offers many activities as well with snow shoeing opportunities and snowmobiling and just a 45 minute drive to most of North Lake Tahoe ski resorts.

We look forward to hosting your stay. Please contact us with any questions.

Find us on Instagram @thelairofthebear

Property manager

Christina Millard
Premier Host

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
There is a $75 per stay pet fee for cleaning.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please sign and return rental agreement before your arrival.
No open flames on property No smoking allowed except for cigars outside on the deck.
Please drive slowly (less than 10mph) on Carmen Valley Rd. Keep noise contained to the property.

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
Property Registration Number 3137

About the area

Portola

Located in Portola, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tahoe National Forest and Plumas-Eureka State Park, while Western Pacific Railroad Museum and Kentucky Mine Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Portola, CA

What's nearby

  • Western Pacific Railroad Museum - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dragon Golf Course at Nakoma Resort - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Grizzly Ranch Golf Club - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Plumas Pines Golf Course - 20 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Graeagle Meadows Golf Course - 24 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lena's Cantina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nichole's Coffee Depot & Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Portola Frosty - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Mountain House with Views and a Hot Tub//Golf//MTB Trails pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Private Mountain House with Views and a Hot Tub//Golf//MTB Trails?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Mountain House with Views and a Hot Tub//Golf//MTB Trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Mountain House with Views and a Hot Tub//Golf//MTB Trails located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Western Pacific Railroad Museum, Portola City Park and High Sierra Books. Portola Visitor's Center and Tahoe National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 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

Alison A.

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

Spacious and comfortable

My family of 3 stayed here with another family and our dog. The house was plenty big enough for us, was clean and comfortable, and had everything we needed. I appreciated the host’s communication. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K.

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

Perfect Hideaway

Our stay in this beautiful home couldn’t have been more perfect. We loved the private wooded setting. The house was immaculate and so well equipped, it just felt like home. Our only regret was that we didn’t have more time to enjoy the home and the beautiful area. Hopefully, we’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George M.

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

Great Place

Great place to stay for a golf outing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi F.

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

Perfect home for 3 couples

Home was beautifully decorated, roomy and comfortable. Great out of the way location. Awesome deck
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter B.

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

Vacation in Portola

Fantastic property and home. We have stayed in numerous cabin/homes over the years and this was the best by far that we have ever seen. The pictures don’t do it justice as it was way better than shown. Extremely impressed with everything and the quiet location with no neighbors next door was a super plus. We will certainly consider returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon U.

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

Our stay at the lair of the Bear.

This home was clean, beautiful ,simple, yet catered to all of our amenities. It was In a beautiful area with great views Close to watersports, hiking, golfing, greagle, lakes, basin. Couple different ways to make coffee awesome. Hot tub, comfortable bedding.Just an all around great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke R.

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

Excellent stay

Great location, beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal R., Sacramento, CA

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

Welcoming home with stunning views

Beautiful home, great location. Excellent communication with the host. We look forward to planning another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

gregory b.

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

A beautiful Thanksgiving - and a great start for Christmas...

When our kids were young we'd head to Plumas County to celebrate Thanksgiving, and at the end of a trip find a Christmas tree in Plumas National Forest for our home. One of our young adult offspring suggested doing that this year, and this home was our base for the week. The home was beyond fantastic. It was spacious enough for our large-sized brood - whether we were playing games at the big table in the dining area, watching telly, or just laying near the wood-burning stove (and the owners supplied ample firewood to keep us warm all week). The kitchen space enabled mutliple hands to prep Thanksgiving dinner - and breakfasts and lunches and snacks, and unlike most VRBOs, the cookware, knives and more would make most chefs quite happy. The beds and bedding matched the kichen in quality, as did the large sofas to loaf on. We enjoyed the hot tub after a daily chilling winter dip in Lake Davis -- though I suspect we weren't supposed to take such a dip (so forget I said that). The house is next to the national forest, so we enjoyed multiple mountain-air-fresh long walks during the day and just before bedtime. Except for the jaunts to Lake Davis this lovely home was so comfortable we had little reason to want to explore nearby mountain towns or play golf, but such activities are saved for our next trip up. The home provided a perfect place to create lifetime memories for all who were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb T.

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

Beautiful home and area

Fully equipped kitchen. Very nice rooms and amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah W.

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

Clean

Beautiful and very clean! We loved our stay. Thank you.............
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great Stay

Went on a short stay for golf and got rained out but we had a great time at the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful home and property!

Our family had a wonderful time here! Beautiful home, beautiful surroundings, wonderful hosts who were a pleasure to work with. We look forward to staying here again in the future. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel B.

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

Beautiful home and location

Our family of 4 (kids 13 and 11) loved our 6 night stay at Lair of the Bear. It was the perfect home base to come back to after busy days of fishing, hiking, golfing, and lake swimming in the beautiful area. The wrap around deck is wonderfully shaded in the evening and provided a perfect place to relax, have a cold drink, and use the nice grill after busy days. Sitting on the deck gave a great view of the forest and mountains and felt very secluded. Exactly the escape from the city that we were looking for. The living room couches were so comfortable that my wife is already trying to find them so she can get them for our house. The kitchen had everything you need, the acres of adjoining forest land were great for walking the dog, the bedrooms were large (and my daughter loved having her own en suite bathroom in her room), and the decor was mountainy but upscale and fun. The kids also enjoyed the hot tub and the hot tub towels provided in each room was a nice touch. The house was very clean and well taken care of. It felt brand new. Christina was easy to communicate with for check in and check out and we didn’t have to communicate at all during the stay because everything worked perfectly. We‘ll definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Serene House

Location and amenities as nice as described/pictured. Owner was quick to respond with any questions. Next to forest service land and 25 min drive to Lakes Basin trailheads, so plenty of outdoor opportunities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyriakoula V., Bay Area

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

Amazing Beautiful Property, Clean, Comfortable.

We are a family of 6 adults plus 2 kids under 3, plus one dog and everyone enjoyed the stay. The house is beautiful, clean, comfortable. We are a family that loves to cook the kitchen was well equipped for garment cooking. The deck was great we used the BBQ and ate outside a few nights. We went fishing nearby at caught some beautiful trout. We loved the jacuzzi especially after a long day of hiking and fishing. It’s a short drive to grocery stores and restaurants. The owners we excellent and very responsive and helpful. This place is a gem and we hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Glorious stay at Lair of the Bear

This is one of the top 3 VRBO stays we have ever had. Just LOVED the house. It is light and welcoming and everything you need for a wonderful trip is provided. Big windows let your surroundings in so that you feel like you are in the woods. The surrounding deck was welcomed and used by everyone.The hot tub was great and well used. There were 9 of us, including 3 children ages 7-11, and we never felt crowded. Lots of seating options for meals including outside table and chairs. The kitchen had all the equipment needed. Beds were very comfortable. Town of Portola was 5 minutes away and shopping easy. Can’t thank our hosts enough for a lovely place to stay! Loved the Lair of the Bear theme throughout the house. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christina Millard

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California native who enjoys traveling, learning and lots of family time.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I purchased this home as a couple and family retreat. We have enjoyed the area immensely. Just the drive there, through the trees, without the traffic and crowds rejuvenates you.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests