Shaver Lake Property Reviews
We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin is very cozy, great for a small group or family. We walked to town for coffee, dinner, and shopping. We will stay here again.
Reviewed by smooothjulee
We had several friends that made the trip to celebrate my birthday. We originally were set up in a different cabin, but due to a city water leak we were moved to this cabin. This cabin has 4 bedrooms which is really nice, but the beds are sooo uncomfortable. The kitchen is really well stocked and overall the cleanliness of the cabin was good. The back deck is great with a decent view but the BBQ is trash!. Parking can be tight but managable. The cabin in a two minute walk to town (yeah!) We had a great stay and would use this cabin again.
Reviewed by rwilliam2
The rental people and staff went out of there way to accommodate our stay. The house was clean, spacious, everything worked well. It had all the things we would have at home. I liked the location best along with the setting in the pines. The one inch of snow that came the evening of the last night we were there made a spectacular sunrise the next morning which was absolutely pristene. No downside to this stay at all.
Reviewed by sejarnold
Had a wonderful time. Each year we are them seems to outdo the previous. Already booked for New Years 2010.
Thanks for everything.
Sue Arnod
Reviewed by nancyramshaw
We have been renting this unit for several years at Huntington Lake. It is nicely taken care of. The beds and furniture are comfortable and with 3 bedroom,3 bathrooms, a loft and a laundry it is convenient for everybody. Nice view off of the deck and large area for dining. The only drawback is that you must come up quite a large stairway making it a little bit of an effort when bring things into and out of the Condo. There are nice decks with a view of the lake. The Rental Company is cooperative and are good at taking care of any problems should you need them. All and all most of the units and this one are at Resort Pricing and a little bit pricey and if it were more affordable we would probably stay longer, our typical stay is from 4-6 days but still it is the best unit we have stayed in and we have been coming up to Huntington since the early 70's so we can state you won't go wrong renting this one!
Reviewed by msfiorentino
After being charged for a non-refundable cleaning fee, we found that there was old coffee left in the coffee pot, crumbs on the kitchen counter, and the toilet in one of the bathrooms was dirty. The shower pan in another bathroom was cracked and it was necessary to avoid stepping in that area to avoid scrapes. The rest of the unit was OK for a stay in the snow, but pretty rundown. Overall we were very disappointed for what we got for the price.
Reviewed by lahamers
My children, grandchildren, and I love this house. This is the second time we have spent our vacation in the Alder home. It is comfortable, clean, and accommodates a large family. Shaver Lake Vaction Rentals staff has always been cheerful and very helpful.
Reviewed by jholty
We recently stay at the Moody property and when you enter the house our first impression was that the pictures online definitely don't do the house justice. We quickly learned that there were many issues starting with the water heater which would only accomodated 2 quick showers within an hour to hour and a half time period. With 8 adults and few children needing to shower this was a big issue. The other major problem is that one side of the house lacks central heating and this is the side of the house that has the majority of the bedrooms. There is a wood burning stove that is meant to heat that side of the house but it was out of order and full of water. The rental agency brought out a few stationary heaters but we were unable to use them because every time we plugged them in it would blow the ciruit. The house had a leak in one of the bedrooms on the ceiling and the ceiling was noticeably wet and gooey!
The house is set up great and has a beautiful Kitchen..it was however dirty! The coffee pot was full of old coffee and grounds, there were dirty dishes in the cabinets and the ice machine was disgusting. When we went to use the the washing machine it was full of moldy towels and black mold on the sides of the washer.
If it weren't for these issues it would have been an awesome trip! The rental agency was awesome and really tried to rectify these issues the best they could. Unfortunately I think the issues were definitely owner issues!
We all agreed that if these issues were rectified we would stay in this house again!!
Reviewed by randovno11
we enjoyed every second of it. it was beautiful and relaxing. would definately come back again.
thank you
Reviewed by deannadavis29
Well,were should i start...when we arrived in the afternoon everything was great!My sister and i rented the house together with our husbands and children,we had been there the year before and the place was in alot better shape.This time...well,we paid a cleaning deposit and nothing was clean at all!we went to take showers and there was hair in the tub,toothpaste on the walls and dirt in the shower upstairs!bathroom downstairs did not close all the way and if you force the door shut your pretty muched locked in,oh yeah,there was mouse traps on the floor and under the sink!The master bathroom upstairs is gorgeous clawtub,beautiful scenery...when i went to go pee....thank god i looked in the toiet there was a dead RAT floating in the toilet!!!!!!!!!oh my god i ran out of there screaming and shocked!besides the kitchen rug being filthy and this stomache turning odor that is in the kitchen...like something dead,no other complaints!this cabin is beautiful besides all that and the the ceiling to foor windows around the living room the view is breathtaking.I can laugh now and that made our weekend more wacky....if they do a few up grades and some cleaning i would actually go back...great house for kids and ordinary people!
 Manager Response: 12/19/2009Hi Deanna-I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. After receiving your review, I had our Quality Control Supervisor as well as our Maintenance Supervisor go into the home and address your complaints. The Dogwood Subdivision had recently conducted a major logging project which has temporarily driven mice into the areas homes. We have contacted an exterminator which has been working diligently to rectify this problem. We have already seen a difference. As for the Cleanliness of the property. We apologize that you discovered issues in the home, but would have immediately taken care of the problems mentioned had you made us aware when you arrived. Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals strives for excellence in the cleanliness of our properties, and have on staff a Quality Control Supervisor to ensure our properties are above expectations. We are looking into this matter and guarantee it will be rectified. Again, we thank you for your review and are glad to hear you will return. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by debra.scott
SLVR has taken a turn for the better in customer service, at last! THANK YOU.
However, the owner of this home needs to invest a little time and money into this gem of a property. First, there were rats in the home and they may be storing food in the king size bed upstairs, since what looked like dog kibble was falling from the box spring. Also, too many closets are locked and unavailable for guest use. Although I like stoneware, the heavy stoneware plates seem a little prehistoric for daily use, I elected to use paper plates for the most part. The freezer was not freezing well. The pocket door in the lower bathroom is broken and doesn't close all the way and if it does, you may have to worry that you cannot get out, since it may not open. Additionally, having the security cameras and computer/modem on all the time is a little creepy; keeps you wondering who is watching you during your stay.
BUT...on the brighter side, I loved the creek, the quite, the privacy, the location and the size of the unit.
Reviewed by barbii1021
Service from Shaver Lake Vacation Rental staff was excellent! They were friendly, helpful and helped me find a cabin with the amenities I was looking for. The Finley cabin was perfect for us. There were 6 of us, four adults, two teenagers. The cabin is spacious with a well layed out floor plan. Loved the open floor plan, floor to ceiling windows and wood floors. And of course, the warm fireplace. The teenagers could escape upstairs to the game room or loft area for privacy. This allowed the adults to have space downstairs without the teenagers :) A BIG plus!! Location was just a few short miles to town, which was convienent if you needed to run to the store,(and we did). It took 30 mins or less to get to Sierra Summit. My only complaints would be that basic kitchen supplies be provided, such as foil and plastic wrap and a few of the doors are squeaky and need WD40. Especially the door to the bedroom with the twin beds. The laundry room was great to have too! I would highly recommend this cabin and will come back again! Thank you Sierra Summit Vacation Rentals and thank you to the Finleys for opening your cabin for us to enjoy!
Reviewed by ahoylaura
Would definitely stay again. Best equipped, cleanest, best amenities..and
decorated for XMAS! Lots of room, great location!
Reviewed by karenrandall
We had 9 people that comfortably fit in the home. The game room was lOVED by the 4 teenagers! Kitchen was well stocked and it was nice that there was wood left for fires. Will come again for sure!
Reviewed by lthomas624
The Finley home was a beautiful place to stay. Very comfortable and a nice kitchen. The game room had a foosball table, ping pong table and pool table but no balls, net, paddles or cue sticks so we couldn't use any of the tables. We were also disappointed that we were not able to use the garage.
Manager Response: 01/15/2010Hi Alison-I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. I apologize that you did not receive the game bag for the Finley cabin. Unfortunately you checked in after hours and that item does have to be signed out to the guest upon check in. We should have however contacted you the day after your check in and made arrangements to get you the game bag. In the future please feel free to contact our office with any issues you encounter. We are here 7 days a week from 8AM to 6PM, and have an after hours line that is answered from 6PM to 8AM. Again, we thank you for your review and hope to see you again. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by scharton
This is one of the best rentals we have stayed in. The home was in good shape and very clean. We were in there at full capacity of 16 people.
The main drawback in its configuration is that the mid-level family room and eating area aren't quite large enough to accommodate the number of people that it sleeps.
While we did have fun using the ping-pong table, that bottom area would be better served as a second living area perhaps with a TV and sectional couch.
Overall, I still would recommend this unit, just know you will be crowded in the common area at full capacity.
This unit also has the advantage of being at the end of the complex so we had no trouble parking 5 cars - 2 in the garage and 3 outside.
Reviewed by caseymalou
My friends and I truley enjoyed spending a cozy weekend in this Cabin! It is the perfect cabin for such a large group! The kitchen was the perfect size and so was the living area. The location was great it was right at the of the road so we didnt have neighbors on both side which gave us our privacy! The game room was amazing, I couldnt keep track of how many ping pong games we played. The master bedroom was incredible; the vaulted ceilings and high windows made this room larger then it already! Thank you SLVR! I'll be seeing you next winter!
Reviewed by mikehure
Everything was fine except for the following items: the double bed upstairs
was too hard, upstairs shower was broken, didn't have the wifi password to
operate the computer, lacking a space heater for downstairs bedroom, and
couldn't adjust the thermostat on the heater as it was too hot at night.
Reviewed by walkersoozy
This home was such fun for our family...we had plenty of room with two little boys (6 and 4). The kitchen was more than well-stocked...we fixed great meals with a minimum of effort. We loved all the personal touches...if you like moose, this is the place for you! The only suggestion I would make is to change the beds upstairs...they were a bit uncomfortable. Twin beds would be good so kids could have their own bed and not have to share. The master bed was wonderful. Thanks for a great time.
Reviewed by butons90
We thoroughly enjoyed our family vacation at the Pinecone house in Shaver Lake. The house was well appointed and situated on a great piece of property. Our 3 year old (and the adults too) loved being able to just walk out the back door and play in the snow.
We are already trying to pick dates to reserve our stay next year.
Thank you
Reviewed by polygrip
Me & my extended family spent Thanksgiving at Shaver Lake. This was my cousin's 6th visit but my husband's and daughter's and my first time. All I can say is I enjoyed the most peaceful vacation in a long while.
The "cabin" was spacious, clean and totally surrounded by tall pines which seemed to go on forever. Our last night it snowed what a delight. Would definately go again.
Reviewed by nataliepujo
We received great service from the rental agency.
They were reliable and fair.
THey delivered on their end of the contract (linen service)
We liked the home because it was well heated,
had two bathrooms,and two bedrooms with king beds.
It was comfortable and user friendly.
The location was good because friends rented several condos within a few hundred feet.
The amenities were adequate. However, we didn't receive any firewood. It was very warm in the condo anyway.
What I liked best was that the total package was exactly as advertised.Not luxury but certainly
adequate facilities and good comfort level.
What I liked least was probably the lack of carpeting in the sitting area. It would have felt cozier for guests who needed to spill over onto the floor, for seating.
Reviewed by msteil6
I rented this condo as a family getaway. Half the family loves to ski/snowboard and the other half likes to hang out. We love staying in Hunington Lake because of the closeness of Sierra Summit. The condo had plenty of room to sleep everybody and the pellet stove worked great for the top floor. It does get cold in the bottom bedrooms, but down comforters are provided to keep you warm. The website states that there is internet access, but there was not any when we were there. I tried a couple of times, but was unsuccessful both times. Overall we are very happy with our stay.
Manager Response: 01/15/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. We apologize that you discovered issues with the internet service, but would have immediately taken care of the problem mentioned had you made us aware of the issue. We will look into it for future guests and appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you again soon. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by barbara.meyer
We wanted to bring our family and family pet to the snow on short notice. SLVR helped us find the best house for us. It was even nicer than I expected. Very cozy. About 5 minutes south of town and 1/2 hour from the ski lifts. Easy to get to. Parking on the street due to a steep driveway. Electric piano and guitar was a really great touch and lots of fun for those who like to play. I wish they had left more music books since it didn't occur to me to bring any. Great fireplace. Lots and lots of toys for small children. Great DVD and VHS library. Large but poor quality TV. The kitchen was workable, albeit not "gourmet". Everything was well labeled and organized. If there had been snow the yard would have been really fantastic for the children and dog to sled and play in the show. Even without snow they loved it.
Reviewed by kmacintyre
I sent a long email about our stay which was wonderful don't know why you don;t have it, but the cabin was perfect and we had a great time I emailed much more detail, but do not want to do it again this is the best house we have ever rented and I would recommed it to anyone!
Reviewed by jen_brea
It was a nice fun filled weekend.
Reviewed by scott_s_b
Service was great and the home overall was ok. i just had an issue with the description and the pictures of the property were a little vague and misleading
Manager Response: 01/15/2010Hi Scott - I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. We are going to be looking over the inventory of the cabin, and comparing it to the description, and will make any changes necessary. Again, we thank you for your review and hope to see you again. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rental Staff
Reviewed by cat40ya
we had an awesome time staying at the Lloyd cabin over the weekend. The cabin
was absolutely beautiful. The kids lived seeing the snow and loved the fact that they
were able to walk out the back door into the snow. Thank you very much for the
wonderful stay.We will definitely be back next year.
Reviewed by diamondabp
It was a nice new house. There was everything that we needed. Thank you.
Reviewed by sarahwestfall2
Awesome condo. We've stayed in many of the Bretz Mill condos and this was the most comfortable and positive experience yet. Very nice – the furnishing, appliances, and EVERYTHING. This condo is a home and has a warm positive feeling. I highly recommend this condo.
The staff at Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals were awesome.
Thanks so much!
Reviewed by jihfarms
We've rented homes in Shaver Lake for several years now and this was the cleanest and most comfortable for us. It also has great neighbors! So far its our favorite home. The Christmas decorations in July were a little interesting but the house had plenty of storage space for us to take them down so it felt like summer not winter :)
Reviewed by kathlynemorris
The house was breath taking the moment I drove up and the minute I opened the door. The kid friendly exposed aggregate floor was perfect and extended from the front door thru the kitchen and dining room. One of the bedrooms was huge with a queen size bed and enuff floor space for 2 queen size blow ups which were in a closet. Another bedroom had a single size matress in the closet and the master had a huge walk in closet with a pack and play set up. The driveway was flat and can easily accomodate 6 vehicles. The yard was relatively flat and big enuff to set up horseshoes. The home was exactly like it looks in the pictures. You just can't capture the way it makes you feel when u walk in. Complaints = the water heater pilot light went out, the coffee pot has a loose piece that caused the coffee to overflow, I had a hard time figuring out how to turn on the dishwasher, and the playstation does not work. It would be helpful to have instructions for the appliances posted somewhere. Nevertheless, I have rented "cabins" for 20 yrs and this one was by far outstanding in every way.
Reviewed by krysl
Our stay at the Littleridge Lodge was amazing. From the minute you walk in the door, all the comforts of home await you...and more! The home was 5 star experience. The kitchen is beautiful and fully stocked. The bedrooms are HUGE! and the bathrooms are great. The loft has a great area for kids and all the games they will need. Perfect for a couple of families.
The location is just a few minutes out of Shaver, but convenient to stores, restaurants and the ski resort..just about a 25 minute ride. The staff at Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals were great and always helpful.
The only addition I could think of is a hot tub on the beautiful deck! That would be great!
We will be back!
Reviewed by cobbowabo
This cabin is great for a group... the loft is perfect for the kids... the well-stocked kitchen is great for preparing meals. The bedrooms are all good sized. My only recommendations: such an amazing cabin, but... the tv's are too small for such a large place. I would also like to see a dvd player in the loft. There aren't any wine glasses or wine bottle opener. Other than that, the place was PERFECT!!!! The location is great-- its in a gated community just a few minutes before town. The yard is nice with plenty of room to play!
Reviewed by fmillard15
We enjoyed the house a lot, we loved how there was a living room area for the kids to play in and upstairs from that was the "adult" living room. We had 5 families and we all had room. My one complaint is that we didnt have any outside privacy. When we went out side there were a few other groups, im a friendly person but somtimes you just want to "get away". The housing is very close to each other and if we wanted to have the blinds open our nieghbors could see right in.
Reviewed by susie_feria
Amy, from Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals gave me the worst service possible. When I contacted her on my concerns, I even got hung up on. I got better service from cleaning staff. They were very understanding. We had an ant problem in the cabin, ants on the beds and all over the kitchen. I totally understand that the office/Shaver Lake Vacation rentals was not completely at fault, but a llittle comprehension and better customer service would have been appreciated from amy. She was totally rude on the phone and in person.
Reviewed by bergdvm
This was an absolutely perfect house for our family. Tons of room, very clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was large and spacious. Large dining table we could all fit at and plenty of room outside for the kids to play in the snow. I would highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a fantastic place to stay up near Sierra Summit!
Reviewed by sjlariz
I had stayed with shaver lake vacation rentals before, and had a good time. This rental however was not was I expected when I booked the reservation. The beds were not very confortable, and one of the couches in the living room was broken, so some of the guest had to sit on the floor.The one couch that was not broken was not very nice either as you could feel the springs of the cushion while sitting on it. We also has issues with the dishwasher, but got that working in the end. For the most part this is a very nice home, and perhaps some better furniture would make for a better experience. I do not intend on renting this unit again.
Reviewed by davegardner60
The Ken cabin was sparse and disappointing. It was not the main cabin for our reunion, just rented for the last weekend for additional family that could only be there for the weekend. We did not see this cabin interior upon renting it, but based on our experience with the Bartel cabins from 2009 we thought it would be alright. It seemed clean but it looked staged for sale. Beds were uncomfortable, loose and broken door handles, and my niece found a used condom on the floor by the queen bed. I called the emergency number to report the problems.
Reviewed by kellyhotaling
We were very satisfied with the house. It was spacious and we appreciated the walk being shoveled, and the lights and heat turned on before our arrival. The upstairs bathroom shower was not very clean when we arrived, but other than that, we loved our stay. I would stay here again!
Reviewed by hlivingston
This house is so great & roomy. If you like to snowmobile, ski or just sled in the snow with the kids~ then this is your house. You can snowmobile on tons of trails all around. The pool table was never left vacant the entire time. Everything was great- house stayed super warm the entire time. Can't wait to stay here again very soon.
Reviewed by snappyt4
Thought the house was great for our family and loved the area. We had a couple problems that were easily solved thanks to our wonderful maitenance man (phone didn't work, toilet was broken, nightly power outage upstairs) but he was on it! I was upset though when I called the Rental Service after our stay and told them that my son left his perscription glasses on the bed in the bedroom upstairs. After they checked with the cleaning service we were told they weren't found. We know exactly where they were left and was really bummed that they "didn't turn up". Other than having to replace those the trip was a success and the home beautiful.
Manager Response: 01/15/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. I want to assure you that we not only had our Housekeeper check for the glasses, but also had our Quality Control Supervisor check for them as well. I apologize we were unable to find the glasses, but we did make every effort possible to locate them for you. Again, we thank you for your review and hope you will return to the TALL home in the future. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by ladysam5
Hide is a great place for a large family vacation. It was very spacious and open, with 13 of us there we never felt cramped. Everything we needed was there, great being so close to town. Large bedrooms, downstairs bathroom was roomy, the upstairs bathroom was a little smaller. Plenty of seating in the dining room and living room. Very comfortable for a large group. The only problem was with the trash pick up, left messages for pick ups but never got a response.
Reviewed by deborahgarcia1762
We had a wonderful relaxing weekend at HIDE! Had everything we needed to satisfy three families! We will be back!!!
Reviewed by cin.leuck
Had a great time, we have been going to the Hide every year for several years now. It is a great cabin for our family.
Reviewed by hi_liter
First of all the rental was great and the rental staff was very helpful. Unfortunatly we had to cut our trip short due to a medical emergency.
the only problem I would say was the parking situation. the listing says 3 bdrms and sleeps 14. i counted a total of 8 beds. no problem there.
the picture shows 4 parking stalls. when we arrived to the rental, there was only access to 2 of the stalls. i called the office and they said the owners only contracted to plow 2 and that we can park behind each other. you can see by the pictures that the approach to the parking stalls is uphill and alot of dirt.
here's the problem. being that it's the winter months, there's naturally going to be snow and ice and a dirt uphill slope will obviously turn to mud. not an ideal situation for loading and unloading supplies for our stay.
a rental this size would more likly be rented to a big group like ours. we saw 4 stalls and we brought 4 cars. i feel the owner should contract all 4 stalls to be plowed to eliminate any possible injuries to someone having to negociate the muddy/icy incline. we had a couple of slips but fortunately, no injuries.
thank you
Reviewed by sjsjotvedt
Aire is home that we felt very comfortable in. This house has a very nice kitchen with plenty of counter space, large dining room table, and comfortable living room. It has a nice covered patio off the diningroom that we were able to sit under and watch the kids play out in the snow. The water from the faucet was delicious, and the neighbors seemed friendly. The only negative thing we found was the kitchen faucet leaked, again, just like home!!
Reviewed by johnandbrandy
This home was very clean, had everything we needed, great location, no complaints. Looking forward to staying there again.
Reviewed by annavanderpoel
We enjoyed the stay at Doer. It was especially nice for the two girls who had their own space in the loft. The scenery was beautiful with all of the snow and had areas for the kids to roam too. The only thing was the hot tub was not hot or even warm. We were bummed about that but all in all, it was nice. Thanks again.
Reviewed by kpickles91
we had a blast at the oliver rental cabin. perfect place if you want to visit sierra summit just a short 20 minute drive with plenty of beautiful things to look at.
Reviewed by jlkomo
We have rented from this same company many times. This is the first time we were not happy with the property we chose. On the web it looks like a good value for the price, however, it has many issues. The home needs a lot of attention. It is very outdated and in bad repair in many areas. The location is great but we will choose another property next time.
Reviewed by valvidre
We had a great Timme!!!. The house and service was tops. I recommend it for a vacation for family or friends. We had ten happy people in our party. So just do it.
Reviewed by mkescoto
We had a wonderful time staying at Shav2 it was clean and cozy .
the managing company was very friendly and we felt right at home
we have no complaints about our stay at Shav2
Reviewed by barners
Overall, we were happy with the condo. It was very clean! We had a few issues with differences between the owner's description of what was available on her vrbo account versus what the property manager offered (three night stay, higher cleaning fee, wood included). We were disappointed in the lack of some basic items...only four spoons, not even any paper to play pictionary. We would rent again, but be more prepared with our own supplies.
Reviewed by taclsh
The unit was nice, cozy and we had a wonderful weekend.
A couple of things need addressing though.
The DVD player does not work - we were bummed about this because we
brought movies and a game that we could not watch or play.
The washing machine does not work - it does not spin, so I had to wring and
hang in the shower until the major drips were out - then I dried. The dryer
worked great.
It was great for us to be able to bring our pet, Jewel too. I wish more units
allowed pets.
Thanks for asking!
Theresa Cullen
Reviewed by porradre
We enjoyed our stay at the Judd house. It was very spacious and upscale. We had an awesome time watching the Superbowl. This was our second time at this property and we look forward to going back.
Peter O.
Reviewed by mistsierra
The condo we stayed in was so nice peaceful and quite during are stay. We
were so thankful to have fresh snow every day that we were there. The next
time we come it would be nice to know. That we need a key to get into the hot
tub and pool area.
Thank You Don & Diane Orrell
Reviewed by lmcaruthers
We loved the cabin and plan on renting it again. It was tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The location was excellent very close to town. I can honestly say there was nothing that we did not like about this cabin. We received excellent service.
Reviewed by rdcseckrote
The cabin was just what we were looking for, a big kitchen (cause that's where we usually end up) that opened to the living area. Plus there was great rocks or climbing and a terrific upstairs space for the kids.
Reviewed by nicolaas.jw.versteeg
We thoroughly enjoyed renting this condo. It was very clean and well decorated. It truly felt like home. We were very comfortable and could fully relax. I'd rent it again in a minute!
Reviewed by paul.coyne
The unit was clean, well-stocked, functional, and spacious. All amenities were working and a lived-in, warm home-like feeling enhanced by books, movies, all kitchen necessities, and a great location next to mountain and jacuzzi.
Reviewed by tammi2
Overall, an enjoyable experience; however,
1) the walkway to the condo had 1 foot of packed snow/ice and the door was covered with a 2 foot ice/snow hill. You literally had to slide into the condo via the front door and this was rather dangerous. No shovel was left behind to clean it up.
2) previous tennants followed instructions and left recyclables by the front door; but, this never got picked up so I and my kids spent time cleaning up someone else's trash.
3) chair in the dining area was broke.
4) table in the master bedroom was in disrepair; and, as a guest I had to acquire tools to fix it.
Now, having said all this; the condo was comfortable and I would have liked to have stayed another week.
I did feel the mandatory non-returnable security deposit for damage/cleaning was out of line considering the disrepair we had to repair ourselves and the snow covered and dangerous walkway we had to endure. Seems this could have been refunded.
Also, I did not appreciate the fact that a discount was offered the morning after I made my reservations; but, the property company would not extend this discount to me; even though, we received the discount for an extra night we booked.
Would I use this company again - probably not. The Condo was a nice location to the ski resort; but, alternative experience in Shaver proved more afforadable with equal or better lodging.
In short; the condo was good; but, property management appeared inattentive to the customers needs
Reviewed by tcsalmans
We had a wonderful time while visiting Shaver Lake. The house we rented was great. It was plenty roomy, we never felt cramped and it is a very nice homey feeling house. We have rented this house in the past (about 5yrs ago) and had just as wonderful of a time. We will be back!
Reviewed by ronapier
We absolutely loved the home. It was spacious, well laid out and perfect for accomodating our family.
The service was good and expedient when asked to come work on a door repair. The trash service did not follow the provided trash schedule however.
The location of the home was ideal. It was a beautiful neighborhood, not too close to the surrounding homes which provided for great snow play, and was extremely close to a fun slope for sledding at the end of the cul-de-sac.
Our entire family thoroughly enjoyed this home and would love to visit again next year, but possibly following Christmas this time.
What we liked least was the stove which gave us some trouble and had a disconnected gas pipe on one side, and the over which seemed small for our cooking needs. What we liked best was everything else!! Please tell the Hatcher's thank you for us as my husband personally knows Bill Hatcher :)
Reviewed by patrick122070
I would highly recommend any group that is planning on going to shaver lake to check out this beautiful cabin (HATC). Very open floor plan for the perfect gathering. I have used Shaver lake Rentals in the past and will continue to use them in the future. Their customer service no matter who you talk to is above and beyond any service I have ever used. Thank You for all your help in making our families Thanksgiving a wonderful experience.
Reviewed by gcrowell
We rented two houses and had two campsites. The other house was right down the street from this one. Both houses were perfect for our needs. Would go back in a minute and would rent both houses again.
Reviewed by rvscreamer
Great place to stay. Very comfortable. They need to put some coffee cups in the kitchen, large ones. Also some sharp knives would be nice. Other than that, we had a great time.
Reviewed by djswift26
We enjoyed our stay in verv it was very clean and walking distance to the town i also enjoyed the wood stove and the heater worked great.So after a good day out in the snow we enjoyed to come home to a warm cabin thanks again for have such a great cabin.
Reviewed by vlahakis5
There are a few things that need to be repaired. The upstairs bathroom door could not unlock from the inside. The downstairs bathroom towel rod had just a patch over a hole where the rod had been before. No broom or vacuum bags so we could sweep up during the week. The twin beds are not very comfortable, even for kids. Couch and love seat need to be replaced.
Reviewed by vct
I found the rental house to be a great place. Although my reservations fall with the 100$ booking fee, the non-refundable 100$ cleaning fee, and the 90$ linens charge. These fees doubled our cost for a two night stay!
Reviewed by jim.neumann2
This is by far our favorite condo so far. Very bright and airy with modern furniture. Someone did a great job on a remodel here!
I would sugest a bit more kitchen stuff as we were a bit short(wine glasses).
Reviewed by emorsey
Everything was real nice, with only one exception -- we had no instructions for the automated gate entrance. We ultimately figured it out, but it would have been nice to have it spelled out.
Reviewed by jd1292004
All the folks @ Shaver Lake Vacation rentals went above and beyond when the home we were supposed to stay in, the water heater blew up! Even though it was a Holiday weekend, they did what they could to accommodate us all in 2 very nice condos. And even after that, credited us $270 so we took everyone out to dinner. Unforgettable weekend. Thanks!
Reviewed by mellohay
We loved it all, for me having bad knees the driveway was a little steep, other than that beautiful. the two upstair bedroom fans were on the same frequency so we could not individually run them I needed high my son and his wife had their twin baby boys in their room needed low so we had low. The office brought us floor fans made it great. Thank you for the parking for our boat also you are all great.
Reviewed by britneh
We traveled to Shaver Lake from Downtown Los angeles to get away from the city and it could not have been any better and we could not have been any happier! It is very close to the lake and right off of the road so there was no hassle at all. The cabin is a perfect size with a great fireplace to keep you cozy. This is a very clean, fresh and quiet place and also close to everything.
The beds were very comfortable and the rooms had lots of space. There is a TV in every room and the TV in the living room was nice and there were a lot of channels to watch so if you did not want to be outside enjoying the fresh air, you could sit inside and still have something to do. The kitchen is very roomy and there are tons of utensils and pots and pans to cook with which is nice (and a dishwasher!).Outside there is a BBQ to use, as well as a fire pit area which was fun at night when it was a little chilly but you wanted to still be outside taking in the fresh air. They have it fixed up in the back so you are not just walking on dirt and pine needles but cements and rocks but yet it still looks like the mountains. Very nice touch. We will definitely be back again soon and highly recommend it!
Reviewed by peridotbec
We recently stayed at Whispering Woods home. What a beautiful and warm home it was. It was extremely quiet, clean, fresh, and no one woke up with allergies! We arrived on a Friday afternoon for a weekend of skiing. The home is right off the main road, easy to get to. Heating worked great,beds were comfortable. There were plenty of kitchen utensils for cooking. The only thing I would recommend for future visits would be to have instructions on how to use the fireplace efficiently. Also we weren't able to get the speaker system to work when we wanted to listen to music. Nice flat screen t.v. worked great and had plenty of channels. Make sure you pack salt/pepper and anything you use for cooking. Kitchen has none of this due to health laws I guesss.
We will definately be back again and again.
Reviewed by lanceyx
The cabin was very cozy and rooming!
Reviewed by dananicole3
The overall stay was enjoyable and recommended. The heating was a bit of an issue. The top floor and bottom floor remained freezing, while the main floor was affected by the termastat alteration. The layout of the cabin was perfectly spaced and situated for -10 people, especially containing two patio decks. The location was a short walk to town, which was convienent! I recommend this cabin, absolutely!!!
Reviewed by bsburt
The cabin has good access and location. It offers privacy in each bedroom (on each of three levels. Bathrooms (3) are fine. The heat does not seem to reach upstairs at all. The couches and easy chairs are worn and uncomfortable. The kitchen needs TLC and serious re-stocking of usable pots/pans, Not a single wine glass in the place! (or bottle opener). No toaster..
All in all, it was a roomy, and ok rental..but we're moving on to BY OWNER rentals...tired of the shabby stuff!
Reviewed by rbaldiviez
TV did not work. I believe it was the cable service. Let the guy know about it, but not repaired. Upstairs bedrooms get no heat. No heating vents in those rooms. Parking could be better, only room for about a car & 1/2. Location is good in west village.
Reviewed by engstrom.corey
Walt was an amazing cabin, we couldn't have asked for a better cabin or location!
Reviewed by scarmichael2
We put 12 family members in a cabin for four and a half days just after Christmas. This might have been a recipe for stress and conflict, but the cabin was spacious, the falling snow beautiful and the outdoor activities great. The cabin is near enough to woods and streams that snow fort building and snowball fights were daily events.
Reviewed by gris2uandback
My family and I enjoyed our stay. We will definitely come back and do this one more time. The cabinet was nice and clean. Our driving distance to town and Shaver lake was just miles away. We felt rigfht at home.
Reviewed by mendileon
Overall the stay was fine. Though there is a 2 car garage, you do not have access to it and there are many closets locked which makes it hard to put your things away. It was hard to have only 2 bathrooms with the allowed amount of people. The cabin was fairly clean but dusty.
Reviewed by jacobajoan
Perfect!!! The only thing missing is a spa!! We had such a great time and loved the
cozy feel....the kids loved the upstairs room(a bit chilly) the adults loved the kitchen,
pool table and cozy living room. It even has a small video game table! Not to mention
great location!! Lots of walking! We had a great time!! Thanks!!
Reviewed by nitabarnwell
The home was beautiful with large south facing windows allowing for abundant light. It is a newer home and and very well maintained.
Additionally, all of the people with whom I dealt at Shaver Lake Vacation rentals were knowledgable and very pleasant.
Reviewed by ketchisummer
We were somewhat surprised by the lack of kitchen equipment (no measuring cups or spoons!). Also, the "2nd television" was a small older tv that didn't get any reception. The master bath was the only one we showered in as the one spare only dropped a few drips at a time, and the other one didn't drain well. We were also surprised at the lack of blankets in the house and the lack of care the home seemed to have received. We asked if the people had recently purchased the home and they told us that the people had owned it for years. We were surprised. We have rented 4 or 5 homes up there now, and this is the first one we were disappointed in. However, we managed to have fun anyway and lots of snow and good times with dear friends!!
Reviewed by belenmaldonado
This cabin was so comfortable and had plenty of room for everyone in our group. This was the easiest experience I had with booking a place to finding the place. The staff at Shaver Lake Rentals were so nice and felt like we could call if there were any problems or emergencies. The cabin was like a home away from home and is kept up great. We had no problems at all. We also had a toddler and an infant with us and we were all comfortable. we had all the amenities we need and more. The best part of the experience was that we were able to go out and play in the snow in the back yard, then come in and dry off quickly. There is a washer/dryer here so it made it much easier having children with us.
Reviewed by vynnp
Very nice cabin rented for a "girls" weekend. Staff very pleasant when we picked up the keys. Quiet area. Lots of snow, but roads well maintained. Cabin heated by wood stove, but the kindling basket was empty and we had to go buy a firelog to get it started. Several light bulbs burned out in several rooms, and one table lamp that had the knob broken off and we couldn't even turn it on. Lots of books, movies avaiable for use. Beds very comfortable. LOft area great for kids or someone who wants quiet.Unable to use the firepit area due to the snow and the deck was not even shoveled off, so we paid summer rates but were unable to use the summer amenities. Called the office because we were down to two logs and no toilet paper. Got the wood, had to go back to town (AGAIN) to buy toilet paper. Small annoyances, but they can affect the stay. Overall, not bad and I would consider staying again.
Reviewed by davidcsc
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Reviewed by debster33
The cabin was great. We had a great time. they only thing was that I paid for the linens and for all the beds to be made and you forgot to do that for us. I called your company and they said they would make the beds but at this point it was to late we just wanted to enjoy what little time we had. They did say they would refund the 85 dollors which made up for us making all the beds. I will rent this cabin again it was vary nice, and your company did made an error; however they made sure to make it right. Thank you again The Martin Family
Reviewed by lisaaquam
This cabin had everything that my family desired. It had a cabin feel with newer amenities. There was a long driveway that allowed for plenty of parking. The yard was spacious which allowed for a lot of room to play in the snow. We will definitely return!
Reviewed by ngill67
House was on beautiful grounds, with an amazing toboggan run already to go.
House was large enough to accommodate all 11 of us. Would have liked it to
be cleaner (basement bunk bed room had a strong, unpleasant odor). Caldwell
staff very helpful in solving any minor things (ie BB-Q). Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed by pnewlander
Same great service we always enjoy from Shaver Lake Real Estate. We have
rented many different types and sizes over the years. Although the Johns cabin
fell a little short for the price. Although it slept a lot of people and had a great
views from the deck. The carpet was in great need of being cleaned, my
daughter had black feet from the carpet after her bath. The BBQ was listed as
amenity it was on its last leg and was leaking gas so bad from the regulator it
didn't work. We were also told we had access to the garage, there were two
garage's one was the really the down stairs game room, the other was full of
storage. The down stairs bathroom needed attention for a water leak the
ceiling paint was hanging down about a foot and smelled bad of mold. This
could be a great place with a little TLC and upkeep.
Reviewed by cvanloon9
Really liked the location and the lay out of the house. We had stayed in the same house the year before, so we were a bit disappointed that several things that were broken the year before had not been tended to and repaired.
Upstairs:
No lock on the bathroom door and towel
rack broken,vent dirty
sofa beds/broken very old and uncomfortable
one couch missing back pillows
double bed/broken box spring
lamps and plugs don't work
Main floor:
broken dining room chair
broken sliding shelf in pantry
bedroom adjacent to the bathroom/molding loose
poor cookware
barbeque won't ignite
poorly vacuumed/ very dirty underthe throw rugs
Ground Floor:
no ping pong balls
ping pong paddles old no rubber
keys did not work in door
Manager Response: 01/17/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. After receiving your review, I had our Quality Control Supervisor as well as our Maintenance Supervisor go into the home and address your complaints. I have also forwarded your review to the property owner for his review. We guarantee your concerns will be addressed. Again, we thank you for your review and hope you will consider renting this cabin again in the future after your concerns have been met. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by mkdimples
Beckett House was very warm and inviting and VERY clean when we walked in. The home was spacious, over 3000 square feet or more. We loved the home and the fact that each couple had their own bedroom. The house was on a huge corner lot and had plenty of parking spaces in front of the home and a huge parking garage located in the back of the home. We really loved the fact that the house had its own separate game and exercise room downstairs including a bathroom! This was a totally separate quarter in the house. The thing that I liked least about the house and what I felt was a bit deceiving was the fact that the two upstairs bedrooms had to share a bathroom. I was under the impression that at least three of the bedrooms had their own bathroom inside…not a huge deal but a small one. I would for sure recommend this beautiful home!
Reviewed by bigpapiazael
THE CABIN WAS GREAT, HAD EVERYHING WE NEEDED, VERY SPACIOUS (4 BEDROOMS AND 4 BATHS-REALLY HELPED OUT), HAS A GAME ROOM, GOOD SIZED FAMILY ROOM, KITCHEN AND DINING AREA. CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE ABOUT 4 TIMES FOR INFO AND MINOR ISSUES ON THE CABIN, AND THEY WERE HELPFUL AND POLITE EACH TIME. THE CABIN IS LESS THAN 2 MILES FROM TOWN AND THE OFFICE. IT ONLY TOOK 12 MILES TO GET TO THE BIGGER AND BETTER SNOW PARK (BE CAREFUL ON THE ROADS WHEN IT IS HAILING AND SNOWING, DONT BE IN A RUSH AND WHO CARES IF THEY ARE ON YOUR BUMPER, SLOW IS FAST!) THE ONLY ISSUES WE HAD WAS THAT IN THE MORNING THE HOT WATER WOULD RUN OUT FOR SHOWERS, SO EITHER SHOWER AT NIGHT OR TELL YOUR PARTY 5 MINUTES LIMIT AND THE BEDS MATTRESSES WERE NOT ALL THAT GREAT. ALL IN ALL THE CABIN WAS A VERY PLEASANT STAY, IT FELT AT HOME WITH IT'S COZYNESS AND FELT GOOD TO STAY IN A HUGE CABIN THAT IS UP TO DATE WITH IT'S AMENITIES.
Reviewed by katie.dubbels
The home was lovely and spacious in general common areas. Loved the basement with pool table, enjoyed the real fireplace. Good snow play area in the back for the kids. All the beds need to be replaced - all couples commented on how poor the matresses were and uncomfortable. This feedback was given to the Shaver Lake Vacation Rental representative when we turned in the keys...hopefully they passed this information on. We felt overall - if it weren't for the beds this was a great vacation place. Be sure to ask for the AAA discount - it doesn't seem to show up online and is a 5% discount
Reviewed by tak_leung
Ansol is a nice cabin designed more for 8 people than 10. The dining table fits 6 but they have 2 chairs you can pull over. Other than that, the beds are comfortable and spacious enough for 10 people. Nice cozy cabin with large LCD TV.
Reviewed by tamiholland
We absolutely loved the cabin. It has a fabulous "great room", that is cozy and
roomy at the same time. Upstairs sleeps at least 13, snug, but comfortably.
The rental agency was amazing in the way they trouble shot any problems.
The only really issue is the cabin does not have a working phone, and no real
cell service without driving down the road a ways. Besides this, the Tamarak
location was perfect for access to Sierra Summit. It was only a 10 minute
drive.
Reviewed by dokpik
To whom it may concern,
I just wanted to provide you a review of the property. First and foremost, we had a great time at the property. Second, during our stay, a real estate agent stopped by wanting to show the property and there were a few items that we noticed apon arrival that were issues and here is the list of those items:
1. Oven was not functional; temp not controllable.
2. Vacuum suction not functional.
3. Coffee maker not functional.
4. One of the arms for a dining room chair was damaged (it looked like someone used tape to try and fix it....strange).
5. Bathroom door did not close upstairs.
6. Bathroom door downstairs does not lock.
7. Closet door in master bedroom was off the track (could not open or close).
Lastly, these are a few things we noticed. Obviously the property is for sale and I usually find that because of this, the items we depicted were either not known or ignored. I wanted to provide this information to you for the next individuals who rent from you. On a positive note; we appreciate all your assistance as well as your associates, we will go through your company again and we look forward to seeing you on the next trip.
Thank you and have a wonderful week!
Best regards,
Dale H. Okpik
Reviewed by dnkclaassen
Could be a nice house, but had way too much wrong with it. Coffee maker did not work, oven did not work, one broken toilet seat, large mirror fell off the wall in the bathroom and my daughter who was washing her hands at the time caught it. The house was not real clean. The t.v. system was very complicated with tons of remotes. The whole t.v. system was un-hooked when we arrived.
The arrangement of the house was perfect with a wonderful pool table. Could be a nice place with a little t.l.c.
Reviewed by lakkc
We had an enjoyable time, boating, hiking and just enjoying time with the family. Accomodations were perfect, well maintained, and the weather was great. You couldn't have asked for anything better. This was our first time at Shaver Lake and it will not be the last.
Reviewed by troy.erin
very beautiful,cant wait to do it again. Thanks!
Reviewed by desypadilla
My Stay at this cabin was the best yet. The cabin was well stocked with everything I needed and was so cozy. The hugh windows were the best. It actually snowed while i was there and the big windows had the perfect view. the beds were cozy and overall I will love to stay and rent this cabin again!
Reviewed by melissafagundes
We had a great trip. The cabin is large and stays pretty warm. There is room to play in the snow near the cabin and is located close to town. The carpets need to be changed so not good for crawlers and the dining light is dim; but we managed by being creative with the lamps. Overall we would stay again.
Reviewed by ric.deschler
Really enjoyed our stay there. There were only 3 of us and things would have been different with a larger group. The upstairs shared bathroom only had a tub, no shower. The downstairs master bathroom had a shower. Lots of blankets and pillows if needed. Easy to find. Good parking. No snow shovel. New appliances. Well equipped kitchen. Lighting bad over dinner table and other table. Couldn't use for games etc at night. Beautiful windows for the daytime. Very interesting layout.
Reviewed by lemos11
The house was well equipped for our family of 7. Plenty of space with a large living room & good sized kitchen. The place was very clean and everything functioned properly but the decor could use a face lift. Looks like it has never been remodeled since it was build in the 60's or early 70's. The lighting throughout is low and the ventilation in the living room is poor. Loved the windows and view but having the ability to open some up would have been nice. Having two bathrooms was a plus but wish the upstairs had a shower as well. The outside decks were great but parking was tough with two vehicles and a small boat trailer. Overall, my family enjoyed the stay and that is what matters to me.
Reviewed by kcrjmr
First of all, we want to say, despite Sierra Summit being closed one day due to a massive power outage, we had a great time and #68 was a cozy, comfortable retreat; well furnished with all the amenities we needed. However, right away we had some minor issues with the cleanliness. When we walked in it had an odor that we all couldn't agree upon. Some said "fishy". There was a lot of hair in one of the bathroom sinks, the kitchen floor was very dirty, the cookie sheets had been used but not washed...remnants of cookies... peanut butter, we think.
It snowed 22" overnight and the provided shovel was separated from it's handle, making it extremely difficult to dig out to our car to retrieve a "one-piece" shovel. In short, our "gripes" lie with the cleaning/maintenance service.
We also experienced a power outage in the house during our stay. Shaver Lake management was stellar in relocating us to other accommodations, (the O'Grady House"). Thank you for that!!
But a suggestion to the owners of #68. We could have used some illumination during the power outage. We understand the rarity of power failures and the hazards of having candles in a rental, however, when one cannot find one's way to or around the windowless bathrooms, even during the day, that, in itself, becomes a hazard. Our suggestion is having some battery powered lights available. We found 2 batteries and the top of a flashlight.
In short, we thank you for sharing your lovely home with is and we recommend this house, but would have liked to see more care given to the cleaning and maintenance.
Reviewed by frclover
My thanks to the rental agent: Janet for being so accomodating and patient with me while we searched for the perfect cabin for our group. The place was perfect and we had a great time!!!!!
Reviewed by holycow3282
Trip was cancelled do to avalanche blocking the roads and power outtage,Per Diana it was a non- livable weekend.
We are still waiting for Edison Company to send us a letter of the situation so we can send it to the Insurance company for reimburstment.
Other than that we might plan a summer trip since it's pet friendly. I will continue to recommend my friend's to the shaverlakerentals.com
Reviewed by catojoe
Everything worked great from making the reservation to the cabin matching its description. The area is very quiet and close to town. We hope to stay here again someday. Thanks for everything!
Reviewed by adams0602
This house is a short drive out of Shaver Lake town and roughly 30 minutes to the Ski Slopes depending on the weather.
The house has 3 spacious bedrooms and two ample bathrooms.
The kitchen is well equipped.Plenty of seating to sit down for meals.
The kids loved the bunkbeds and access to the snow right outside the door.
The house is pet friendly so your dog can enjoy the mountains too.
Great base to come back to after a day on the slopes.
Reviewed by rplait
The house was fully stocked, comfortably arranged, structured with beautiful wood and we loved the park right across the street and the quiet deck in the back. We were so thankful to be able to bring our two mini white schnauzers and have a house full of family.
Reviewed by ibenickkij
We stayed at Wagon with 2 other families. We each have 2 children. It was a great family friendly home. There was plenty of snow and a hill for the kids to sled down right in front of the kitchen. So those who didn't want to sled could still watch from the comfort of the kitchen. The kitchen was awesome. It was very open and easy to manuever around with kids. The fireplace was kindof scary with kids running around it. Some very sharp edges could have done some damage but all turned out well with supervision. If we travel with only 3 family again we will definitely chose Wagon as our rental.
Reviewed by cmariemellor
We loved this home! It is new, clean and beautifully decorated. The location is greattoo. Feels very private as there are no views of neighbors. There is a large side yard and backyard where our kids played for hours sledding in the snow. The home even provided sleds. The furnishings in the home are comfortable except for the double sized bunk bed. The mattress was very hard and you can feel the metal framework underneath. The kitchen was well stocked and we liked the open floor plan. The remote controlled fireplace was a nice luxury as were the flatscreen televisions and dvd players in every room. (our kid's favorites). We also liked having access to the garage and were pleasantly surprised to find a ping pong table and fuseball table in there as well. We would definitely recommend this home to friends and family.
Reviewed by quintanaangel_83
Had a great time until the power went out. Nice place to hang out with friends and family!!!!!
Reviewed by drose
Really impressive floor plan and furnishings. Like staying at a 5 star hotel but no other guests. Significant resources dedicated to the master suite and then the second bedroom was ok with it's own bath, but third bedroom was spartan with 4 twin beds - works for certain groups/families but not for others. Very cool custom sinks and faucets. Nice surprise to find the sitting room; and the dining table and "shandalier" were awesome. Huge kitchen. Two fireplaces one indoor and one out. It would be cool to have access to the granny unit. Wanted to stay longer to absorb the place more.
Reviewed by patfreitas
The cabin was perfect in everyway! It was very clean and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. The cabin was decorated nicely but at the same time very kid friendly. The staff at the rental agency was very helpful and the service was great. We had a wonderful weekend with our children & grandchildren. I would highly recommend this cabin to anyone!
Pat & Jonell Freitas
Reviewed by hippityzip
Shaver Lake rentals were efficient and pleasant to work with. The unit, however was not as clean as I expected it should be when one is required to pay a nonrefundable $100.00 cleaning fee. There were old dusty spider webs in the corners, spiders in the beds and hair in the drains. There was an old soda can between a bed and the wall,...who knows how long that had been there. "Cleaning" obviously means vacuuming the center of the room and taking a quick swipe at the sinks and appliances. I also had to pay a $100.00 damage insurance that was non refundable. Because of this I expected everything in the unit to be operational. Wrong again. Two of the burners on the stove did not work and there were 3 or 4 burnt out or non operational light fixtures. Even if all the lights had been working. The condo was very dark and poorly iluminated. We stayed in one of these units when they were brand new, maybe 25 to 30 years ago. I don't think there has been anything done to this one since then. I felt I should have got some of the cleaning fee and insurance back because of all the issues. On the good side, we had a great time skiing as the location is very close to Sierra Summit and the views are beautiful.
Reviewed by carijdermer
We had a wonderful time at the Cahill cabin. It was just the perfect size for my familly of five. My kids loved playing in the back on sleds. We all felt at home. We would definaltely rent this cabin again next year!
Thank You,
Cari Dermer
Reviewed by ljclark5
We loved this cabin. We had 5 people in our family, three of which are teens. We love how we can walk to the town very easily. We always try and stay in either the West or East Villages. This was our 5th stay at Shaver. The cabin was great for our size family. It had a large kitchen table, very well stocked kitchen (utensils, serveware etc), plenty of seating for the living room and a really nice deck. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was it was a little dark inside (very "cabin like"..dark paneling). I would highly recommend Palm2. We will rent it again for sure!
Reviewed by lbarkley
First of all SLVR staff were great to work with.
The cabin is a nice size and had all the basics of home and well stocked with bedding and kitchen items. The parking was excellent. The cabin was fairly close to the main road, walking distance, but not so close you could hear traffic. The setting was beautiful and very importantly, pet friendly.
There were a few minor issues such as burned out light bulbs in the fixtures, mouse droppings in the kitchen, electrical circuits that need attention but these are all easily fixed.
I think we would rent it again.
Reviewed by rafaella.martinez
My family of 8 stayed the weekend at a cabin that
had hot water problems. We weren't able to take
showers the first night, and for an unknown reason
the water faucet outside had been running all
night. The following day we were late to our event
waiting for hot water...NO LUCK! I had to boil
water to make a bath for my lil ones. When we
returned that night the cabin was cold because the
thermostat batteries died so the heater turned off.
Needless to say we had a good time at the pow wow
and didn't enjoy our stay at the cabin. The office
did not show much remorse over our situation either
:(
Reviewed by akamp
We had a good stay at this cabin. We had only 2 major complaints. One is that the cookware is dismally cheap especially the scratched up frying pans with broken handles. The second complaint is that the water in the upstairs bath barely gets warm- the faucet may need adjusting. Otherwise the cabin was clean and comfortable and met our needs.
Reviewed by aje
The house was very cold and even when you turned up the heat, it was still cold on the first floor and too hot on the third floor. It needs a new heater to be installed. Foosball was really not available due to it being in the garage blocking the steps to the inside. The pool table had a hole in one of the pockets that caused balls to fly out when they went in. The garage door was jambed open so no secure area for toys. It seems a little odd to have to call the office to have trash picked up when there are dumpsters nearby, but just not picked up very often. The refrigerator had a broken compartment that reduces valuable space when you have 13 people in the home. Parking is tight and it was noisy due to loud neighbors next door. MBR is nicely decorated and back deck is nice.
Reviewed by mrshiatt
We had a wonderful time! The cabin was very open. I loved having two master bedrooms!
Reviewed by spwinter
Great place to enjoy family and friends. Plenty of room for all.
Reviewed by jessica500022
We enjoyed the large rooms and beautiful wooded surroundings. It was a very comfortable getaway, close to Sierra Summit. We did come across a few large ants hanging around the kitchen, but they were friendly and caused no harm. We would return again.
Reviewed by jkdillis
#9 was so fine...great time.
Wish the roof was sloped the other way....we dug out and then the roof sloughed off on us again! Otherwise great! Glad we could bring the dogs!
K
LO, CA
Reviewed by jeanamorris6
The beds were to hard to sleep on, its nice to have a pet
friendly place, but you have to keep the fleas out , it has
fleas ! and the wood patio was broken so you could not
enjoy what you come up for , the outdoors
Reviewed by lnicholson
Overall our experience staying at laugh was very fun. The cabin was clean though we did need to wash silverware before using. The area at the condo is beautiful and the surroundings very peaceful and well maintained. The only downside was the $90.00 cleaning fee we were charged when our stay was only two days.
Reviewed by larry.rau
As always, we enjoyed our stay and it is a pleasure doing business with your staff. I would like to mention, regarding the above noted property, that it is in need of attention. Especially noteworthy is the kitchen floor. There is a large crack running down the center of the floor covered by a carpet. Not only is this a potential saftey hazard but water can get into the sub-floor and do a lot of damage.
Reviewed by tnsn559
Our little family of four fit perfectly in this cozy little condo. Great to have 2 full baths
and large frig. Would recommend fix of wall furnace thermostat knob and linen
service. Plenty of room and wood. FYI:Kids under 14 not allowed at spa tub even
with both parents.
Reviewed by klroth
We stayed up here while doing some field work research, and it was a great experience. We had lots of space, a great kitchen to cook in, and the fireplace was a key component of each evening.
Reviewed by melinda.marks
Everything was clean and operational, and most beds and most seating were comfortable. Very roomy accomodations for three families, including 4 large bathrooms. The game room came in handy.
Reviewed by farfango
It was, clean, new and close enough to Sierra Summit for skiing. We stayed for 4 days and 3 nights and enjoyed it very much.
It is great if you are taking in laws, and kids especially. My kids loved the game room. Everyone has enough privacy. I don't have any complaints except maybe that we had to buy our own handwash soap for the bathrooms.
Reviewed by dianaenns
Easy to find. Beautiful location close to town, the lake and sierra summit. Very nice accommodations. Great for alot of family. We had a great time. Downside was very limited parking. A large truck could not fit in the garage and generally you would take trucks or suvs to the mountains. We were fortunate that most homes were empty when we were there so we used their space. If it had been busy we would have been in trouble.
Reviewed by juanitabehill
First and most importantly, only one person may take a shower at one time. If 2 people take shower at the same time one has NO hot water and the pressure decreases too. Main bathroom next to main living room DOES NOT LOCK this is a problem being that its the main bathrooom everyone uses. I could see if this was the master bath and it didnt lock that is different because you can at least lock the bedroom door.
Reviewed by deegoldberg
We had a very good time and with the off season rate we were able to afford this beautiful condo. A much better deal than condo #97 that we rented last summer at full price! We will continue to come and maybe even try out a three day weekend if we continue to get the good deals you all offer from time to time.
I also have to thank the ladies at Shaver Lake Rentals and the Maintenance Guy for taking the board off the children's room window. We called them that morning and when we got back to the condo that afternoon they had it off. The kids enjoyed their room much more after that.
Also the manager (Jeff?) cleaned the tennis courts for us and put up the nets, so enenthough we didn't have a pool, we enjoyed our stay and thought that everyone was very helpful, considerate, and nice.
Thanks so much,
Dee Goldberg
Reviewed by emmysix
#17 has nicer decor than most and seemed fresher than some of the other condos we have rented in the past but the kitchen is not very well equipped. We had electrical problems and the owner had the electric panel access door locked so it took awhile to get that situation remediated. All in all though, it was a positive experience and we especially like the new linen service.
Reviewed by lasampietro
We loved the unit but were disappointed that the unit was not cleaned and ready to check in at 3:00 as promised. This was an inconvience. I do not fault the cleaning staff but the management.
Reviewed by ramonben
EVERYONE LOVED IT AND IT WAS ARE FIRST TIME. SO WE WILL BE GOING BACK. THANKS
Reviewed by cindybmartinez
Convenient unloading and loading. Ample parking. All rooms were roomy and cozy. The kitchen was well-equipped as they promised. All the amenities of home. Right outside the front door you were in winter wonderland. We would return in a heartbeat.
Reviewed by linnet419
It was a great week-end to be staying up in Shaver. It was sunny but not hot and the nights were cool. The house we stayed in (Happy Timbers) was spacious enough for 13 people. I, however, expected it to be cleaner that how it was, considering that every renter pays a cleaning fee of $140. The bathroom sinks and floors should have been free of bugs and water stains (which come off with regular cleaners like Lysol disinfectant), and the deck with its tables and chairs free of dirt, dust, bugs, and fallen leaves.
The attic is a good place for the kids to stay in and entertain themselves, but was too warm for most of the day, despite having all windows open all throughout the week-end, and starts to cool down only towards dawn. An airconditioner would have made it more comfortable. The electric fan brought by the rental company personnel did help only when the room started getting cooler in the early morning.
Two of the remote controls for the TVs were not working despite changing the batteries.
This rental home is not handicap friendly. All bedrooms were in the 2nd floor, and the stairs leading to the 2nd floor had railing only on one side.
My family enjoyed ourselves during our stay, mostly because of the company of each other, but with the extra fees we paid on top of the rental, we expected the place to be in a better shape than what it was.
Reviewed by cmdebbe
We enjoyed the location of the home and the size of the family room and kitchen. Beds were not comfortable. The house sleeps 13 but has only 9 forks. The house needs a lot of TLC. The kitchen floor was not clean when we arrived. In spite of this, our family had a great time at Shaver Lake.
Reviewed by deborahapearcy
So great to get out of the Fresno heat! Only 2 hours away Hunnington Lake is beautiful ... the condo we stayed in was in a great location. It needed a deep clean, too many cobb webs.
Tom was a great help when we arrived and had no packet of keys ready for us. I would stay there again.
Reviewed by victordominguez
The short and sweet of it: Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals provided excellent customer service by listening to our needs, making appropriate recommendations and accommodating our special requests. The condo was perfect for our family and large enough that we'll want to ask friends to join us on the next trip.
If you want high-end ski lodges, head to Park City and pay four times the price. If you want great lodging at the right price with minimal crowds, stay here.
Thanks SLVR.
Victor
Reviewed by pamahlin
We had a wonderful stay and were very comfortable in this unit. Everything was working and in good condition.
Reviewed by saylracer
We stayed in unit 112 for three nights and while we liked the unit, we were very disappointed to find upon our arrival that the pool, spa and rec room were closed for re-modeling. We that at the very least the renting agency should have contacted us to let us know that one of the amenities was out of service and give us the option of canceling, re-scheduling or offering some sort of compensation. We had small kids with us who were very disappointed by the lack of these amenities. To-date I have heard nothing from the rental agency so I guess they don't care...very poor service if you ask me.
Reviewed by peggyulrich
There were no screens on the windows in the master bdroom so we did not feel comfortable leaving the window open. There was no air circulation downstairs. Impossible to ger comfortable. The TV reception was fuzzy and limited. I think you need to state the condo has not been updated in 30 yrs. and lower the rental price. For the same price we could have had much nicer accomodations. Please get wireless internet. Fyi - the towels provided were thin, scratchy and worn out. Also, we tried to leave the condo neat and clean, but were confused by your signage. There are conflicting instructions on the refrig. On says not to run the DW the other says there wuill be a $35 charge if U don't run and empty the DW. There also diff instructions for the trash. One says to leave it in the condo, the other says to dump it. Very frustrating! Needless to say, this was not a pleasant experience - Bummer :(
Reviewed by stephbo91
This house was perfect! It had plenty of room for our large group of 14. The set up is great, the kids had their own space in the game room downstairs and the adults had lots of peace and quiet up stairs. Sitting out on the deck in the evenings was relaxing, except for the little bit of noise from the road. Loved this rental and would love to return!
Reviewed by s.hernandez465
My stay at Bartel Chalet was the most wonderful experience I have ever had. I had so much fun and was super excited when I drove up and ran into this home. My reaction to this beautiful home was to die for. The stay was so much fun and rlaxing, the weather was beautiful and when we were about to leave it started to snow and I have never ever seen snow fall from the sky in my life. It was so beautiful to be there while it was snowing. I absolutly loved the stay and so did everyone else. Just experiencing this Home was better in person then in the pictures I viewed. I had big rooms and the whole home was super roomy and just so much fun. the location was beautiful and just right. its very roomy with so many trees and freash air, and beautiful weather. I would so want to rent this cabin home again, it was a really great experience.
Reviewed by myfourbeauties
it was fantastic. my family and i enjoy every minute of the stay. it was like a luxury vacation
Reviewed by lisa.barrera
I like the rental. It was ideal for the family and friends who stayed there. The neighbors were also nice. Although there were no parking issued I would of liked more parking options. The parking was limited. Overall I always enjoy my stay at Shaver Lake and there service I receive from Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals. Thank you.
Reviewed by biliam420
Great house, great time. Only disappointment was that there were no pool sticks for the pool table, and no games or controllers for the xbox. had I known we would have brought our own, and wouldnt have had to go back home the next day to pick those things up taking 4 hours away from our day, not to mention money for gas. Also kept us from spending the day at the lake like we had planned. That was the only thing that bothered me, only because, the pool table and xbox were the two main features that caught my eye when i researched the Chalet, and to not be able to use it was a real bummer, for lack of a better word. Great place though.
Manager Response: 05/31/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. I want to apologize that you were not given the Bartel Chalet pool cues and Game Box when you checked in, that was completely our error. I will be contacting you directly to offer compensation on your next stay for our error. Please in the future if you have any questions or find anything difficient in your rental home, call our office so we can rectify the issue immediately. I have addressed this issue with my staff and will make every effort in the future to not let this happen again. We are pleased that you enjoyed the Bartel Chalet Cabin, and would hope that you would return to it in the future. Again, we thank you for your review. Sincerely, The Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by rickandvic1
Living in So Cal our entire lives, this was the perfect cabin home for our family to reunite and share a beautiful white Christmas for the first time. There were a few incidentals expected from a rental but overall it was a wonderful stay and we'd all recommend it, especially for a large group. It was clean first and foremost and the downstairs den, bedroom and bath were a great place for the teen-agers to hang out and play their video games. We had a blast and created some treasured family memories.
Reviewed by vseita
The Davil vacation home was wonderful! We truly enjoyed every minute there. The deck was nice and big and perfect for grilling and enjoying the beautiful outdoors. We also had a lot of fun playing foosball and enjoyed that there was alot of space to spread out, it was newly remodeled, and felt like a home away from home. Thanks for making our vacation special and we'll have to come back soon!
Reviewed by minner211
The cabin was all we could ask for. But what really made the trip for us was the family next door. One of our grandsons has autism and one is asbergers. The family next door had one of each also. It gave the kids a rare time to run the mountain, accepted, without people wondering why these kids are different. It gave everyone a chance to really relax.
Reviewed by runamukbt
We had a great time at the home. Our family was able to enjoy hours of snow play. There were a couple of issues that were of concern though. Upon arrival the home was VERY cold..There was NO mention of the home ONLY being heated with the fireplace. It took hours for the home to heat up, meanwhile we were all bundled up trying to keep warm. Once the fire took off then the top portion of the house was quite HOT, but the bottom/lower area was always cold. There was a wood stove downstairs but it did not work well as the thick smoke would come back into the room.
The snow was thick but there was no reason to have ALL the walkways & balconies inaccessible to foot traffic & steps were heavy with ice. Both issues not too safe for children.
Leaking water faucets in the kitchen & sink & shower in the top bath were quite annoying. easy to fix.
Satellite reception was great, plenty of beds, small kitchen & dining area, nice to have a washer/dryerupstairs & play area for the kids downstairs.
ALL IN ALL A GOOD PLACE FOR KIDS, NOT BEING TOO FANCY.
Manager Response: 07/14/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. I am happy to report that the owners of the DAVIL Home have received your suggested and have gone above and beyond in repairing what you reported. This home has been beautifully remodeled with new carpet, and new tile just to name a few! Again, Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals appreciates your review and hope to see you again! Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by rjaurellafam
We had a great time! Just loved the cabin. Thank you for allowing pets! Took extra efforts to make sure the dogs behaved themselves and they did. Lake was great and so was Dinky Creek. Have been to Shaver Lake as a young family and now coming with our adult children, grandchildren, and our pets was just wonderful. Thank you!
Rick and Joy aurella and extended family:))
Reviewed by dukester61
just a beautiful cabin/home with all the amenities and perfect for our annual winter family getaway. awesome property and look forward to staying in the future
Reviewed by lanyelena
A nice, friendly cabin, with all you may need for a confortable vaccantion, in a wooden area of Shaveer lake, far from noise and hussle but close enough to get anything you might want.
I loved the feeling of being home away from home.
Reviewed by mattstikes
House was quaint, amongst great trees, peaceful and quiet. Everything was clean and well stocked. Location wasn't too far from town, I'd definitely rent here again.
Reviewed by ollyolsen
We really had a great time at Shaver Lake. The house was in a really nice location, it had everything we needed and was really nice. The rental service were really helpful as we had not booked in advance, so to get this house was great. Everyone we came in contact with in Shaver were friendly and helpful. we will definitely come back
Reviewed by pnncgarcia
Mountain magic is a wonderful cabin. It is set in a quiet cul-de-sac. The home is very comfortable and the floor plan provides opportunity for family time as well as space for some adult quiet time.
I'm a book lover and the books at the cabin covered a range of subjects. It was very pleasant to read some of the books available.
The only draw back is that there is no patio furniture outside, it was a balancing act to cook outside.. Additionally a gas barbeque would be great to cook on.
Reviewed by danacreller
My family had our first Easter in the Snow. The kids were so excited that the
Easter Bunny found them and left eggs in the fresh white powder. Great
location very private with beautiful land surrounding property for playing in
the snow probably great in the summer! The old school video game was a big
hit with the kids and husband. We loved Mountain Magic and will be back
soon.
The Clarkes
Reviewed by raquel2584
I wish we had time to really enjoy the cabin a bit more. We were only there for one night and with our 14, 10 and 2 year old. They would have loved to sit around the firepit ring and my two oldest would have enjoyed the horseshoe pit. This trip was all about spending time with my parents on their boat and celebrating my father's birthday and we had a wonderful time. I would definately recommend staying in this sweet cabin and I would also request to stay there again as it fit our family perfectly!
Reviewed by moliver214
This is a very quaint cabin. The beds were comfortable and warm. We had some plumbing issues on the first night, property management was prompt and effecient. The kitchen has a slope to it. this old girl has all the basics she just need a little love.
The Olivers
Reviewed by kmwright978
The cabin is beautiful and very well kept. It's close to Shaver Lake, making the location very nice, as well.Rooms are comfortable, and plenty of kitchen space, if you want to cook. The only negative thing, would be, that without a/c in the summer, it got mightly hot in the cabin in the afternoons,though it did cool off at night. I definately would stay there again, and would recommend this place to others.
Reviewed by kathi418
We had no complaints to report. The home was great for our group-plenty of room-not too much furniture. Everything was in it's place-kitchen was well equipped. We liked the openness as our view was of the snow bound tennis courts not other houses.We would rent this house again!
Reviewed by mooremksk
This place was new, nice, and afordable. We will use it again someday.
Reviewed by rhettkenney
Two years in a row we've had maintainence men in our cabin while staying there. That said, our time in Shaver, as always, was great. The cabin is a nice spot, good location. We could have done with out the broken table, dishwasher, sink in the master bath, and non-operative lights in the garage, also mouse droppings in a kitchen drawer was a minus. Thanks to the handy-man who fixed the table with our help and the gal who brought us dish soap. Minor inconveniences.
Manager Response: 01/06/2010Hi Rhett-I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. I want to extend my apologies for the "minor inconveniences" you experienced. We had a bitter cold snap and unfortunately some water supply lines were compromised. We appreciate that you called your concerns into the office and we were able to take care of them quickly for you. Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals strives for excellence in making sure our properties are above expectations. Again, we thank you for your review and hope to see you again soon! Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by suchsland46
The home is very comfortable with a great view of the mountains and valley below.
Reviewed by s.seech
The house was really nice, big kitchen and living room and the kids enjoyed the game room. Very comfortable beds and clean bathrooms. It was a bonus to have the extra refridgerator in the service porch. Best of all, the house was warm. We would definitly rent it again.
Reviewed by adinter
This is a great place for a family vacation. It has a great kitchen and amenities
for the entire family. There is enough space for all to find their own space but
also provides venues for the entire group to come together. The decks provide
great sunsets.
Reviewed by conleon
The cabin was very nice! Very well outfitted. The agency helped us with extra parking. The location was also very nice, could have been closer to town but all in all the location was okay.
The real problems are that someone does not check to make sure that everything in the home is operational.
This cabin included a gas barbecue that did not work and was an extreme fire hazard. (How do I know that, F.D. Fire Chief present) We reported it and got a charcoal barbecue. The TV's did not work, the next day someone came and fixed that. The garage door openers did not work, no fix, power outage supposedly had knocked them out, but power outage was a couple months back. The company tried to blame us for a missing coffee carafe that was loaded in the dishwasher when we left.
Other than all of that, nice place, very comfortable.
Reviewed by roadhouseandme
This quaint little cabin was located right next door to our friends. The cabin was very clean and accomodating. It had a great porch with lots of room. Definetly a must for a small group (4-6 people)
Reviewed by damonb
The cabin was a nice vacation. My kids thought it was really neat to stay in a cabin and myself and significant other really enjoyed the stay. The cabin is fully stocked and set up nice for every need that came about
Reviewed by karencrawdad
Kitchen fully loaded. Deck great. Only drawback is that it woud have been nice to have an additional half bath. The location was great. We would rent it again.
Reviewed by karencrawdad
Kitchen fully loaded. Deck great. Only drawback is that it woud have been nice to have an additional half bath. The location was great. We would rent it again.
Reviewed by sbitcon7765
The cabin we stayed at was very reasonable...just a little dark. Not enough lighting. (Minor) Although we enjoyed aur stay very much, it was nice to come home. There's just no place like home! The staff was very helpful with any questions or concerns we had. Would love to return someday!!!
Reviewed by gfiock
We've been camping at Huntington with family for 30 yrs.. this is the first time we rented a condo. Loved #2.. have seen several other models.. we liked the layout of this condo better. We were disappointed that the pool wasn't available for use. We weren't informed and this is always a big hit. Gpa also rents a condo but we all can't go to the pool at once.. with 2 condos we could have but not this year..
Reviewed by nicholsbw2000
We have been renting condominiums at Huntington for 25 years. This is a small but well equipped unit. It has a quirky layout which put us off at first,which we grew to like it,but expensive. The kitchen is well equipped, but small. Two people in the kitchen is one too many. The kitchen has a half wall separating it from the living room which allows the cook to watch TV or visit while cooking. The dining area is small,just an area wide enough for a table with 6 chairs. It backs up to one of the couches in the living room. The living room too is small, but has lots of seating: 2 sofa beds, a recliner, a wooden rocker, and 2 former dining room chairs. It may be a bit too full since the TV is on a stand in back of one of the couches. There is a DVD player that is not listed on the info sheet. There is also a bath with shower on this level which is very convenient.The next level up has what should be the master bedroom, by size, except that it is a loft. It has a wall and a door upstairs off the upstairs hall, but it's half wall is open to the living area below on the other side. It has a dresser, 2 night stands The other bedroom is smaller but does have all it's walls and a door. There is a full bath at this level, but it's toilet ran constantly. I reported it. Hopefully it has been fixed. There is a third level which is a smallish attic space under the eaves. It had two twin beds, a dresser, a TV with cable,a VCR and DVD player. This is a very small space, but was great for our son. A couple of issues were that it was freezing cold when we arrived and took forever to heat because of the high ceilings. We were given the wrong combination for the wood locker and we couldn't get any wood for a fire until we called Shaver the next day. The code for the spa was also wrong. The heater vent in the front hall blew cold air. We finally covered it with a pizza box. The office said the owners had not paid for wood this year, so check. There are tons of books to read.
Reviewed by nezo
This is a great condo. The master area is huge and the condo has a lot of space. The TV projector was awesome!!!
Reviewed by tedndiane
It was a great place. Well equipped and beautiful. The only downside is having to pack all of our towels and linens- it makes coming up the moutain with all of our snow gear as well- kind of a hassle. We really did like the place though and would stay there again. They really need to provide some hand soap at the sinks though-that was one thing we hadn't anticipated needed to bring for ourselves- please!
All the people at Coldwell Banker rentals were great! Thanks!
Reviewed by janepenfield
Condo was not clean. There were blood stains on the mattress pad on the queen bed and pot and pans were not clean. Bathroom door would not close. View from condo was great.
Reviewed by barrywhittall
I left a list of repairs and kitchen needs with the Shaver Lake staff. The pull out couch needed repair and a better mattress. There were several kitchen needs that would have made the stay more comfortable,ie, a blender that worked, a fry pan that was newer, and toilets that did not run constantly. The condo would be up to speed with a $300-400.00 in upgrades.
Reviewed by csanties
This was one of our best vacation, we had with our family,
The vacation home was more than expected, very comfortable, spacious and very clean and peacefull. We will return to Lake Shaver for a getaway.
Reviewed by templetonlaw
We have stayed at "Cloud" on two occasions now, and find this home to be well appointed and comfortable. The setting is peaceful and the neighborhood tranquil and friendly. The owners have done a great job on making this feel like a home away from home. We would definitely return again to this home. The only down side is a large dog next door that barks on occasion.
Reviewed by stephanie38015
The home was welcoming from the minute you walked in. We felt as if we were staying in a friends home and felt relaxed. The home is in a great location with a play area right outside the front door. The rooms were very large and had plenty of room for everyone. I'm already making plans to stay there again!
Reviewed by butterworthelyse
Our family had a great weekend! The cabin was perfect!! We can't wait to come back
next year.
Reviewed by maprile
We had a wonderful time in Shaver. We did lot's of fun things, like horseback riding, being on the lake, or walking to have ice cream. We look forward to doing it again.
Reviewed by alan.mattison
Nice place great location relaxing place to spend with family/friends
Reviewed by optix
Although the snow had melted, we enjoyed our stay in Shaver Lake this year. The little "Mozdir" A-frame is cute
and perfect for a couple with two young kids. The price is right... However, there were some serious issues:
1. The heater flue was broken and I had to rig a temporary clamp to keep the heater and house from burning up
with smoke and maybe fire..
2. The kitchen was clean on the surface, but could use some "deep" cleaning or new lining in the cupboards and
drawers. Also, the oven-floor-carpet-linoleum area had nails sticking up to cut feet, and it did.
3. The two recliners are old, dirty and a real eye-sore in a such a tiny living room area. The L-shaped sofa is
nice and plenty large for 4 or 5 people. You should get rid of these funky bulky recliners which we had to move
every day to get to dining table. The table eating mats were dirty and sticky. (yuck, get rid of them..)
4. The VCR did not function. I am an electrical engineer and could not get it to work. Sorry... we watched a movie
on our laptop.
5. There was no way enough kindling, so we bought some at the hardware store. ($10!) There was also no soap
to do dishes, and we were not informed of that. (Dishwash machine soap was provided, but no washer. No prob.)
6. The shower curtain was a bit moldy, and is too large and dark for the small shower stall. A clear or white,
narrower one would be much cheerier. The washable fabric ones are nice, like in a hotel. (It would not cost you
much.)
7. One of the neighbors I borrowed an axe from, said that the C.B. "cleaning lady" just flys through there "in the
front and out the back in 5 minutes" and does not spend time cleaning. It shows folks.
8. I cleaned the iron hand rail to the upstairs. It was so grimey that our hands had black grease on them. We also
suggest a SIGN, or some WARNING for how terribly STEEP the MOZD stairs are.. It's ok for adults, but not for
kids or older people without a lot of supervision. (FYI.. a serious liability, no?)
Reviewed by skindeeptattoos1
its a nice home but there was an infestation of large
ants in all the rooms we all had to sleep in the
front room .
Reviewed by ljkduffy
He have been happy with our past rentals through Shaver Lake Rentals, but this was not a good one. The place it too run down and needs to have things fixed/replaced before putting back out to rent. Almost all the repairs could be made with the rent we paid: front entry light does not work, broken lamp in loft (replace), four clocks, but only one works (buy new ones at Target), drapes in masterbdrm don't work (buy woodlike blinds at Home depot), paint is scaped off on walls (give it a coat of paint in living room). Water heater wasn't working-make sure it is turned on. Knob missing on stove.
The place could be cute with spending less than $200 at Target and home depot. Take it off market, make quick fixes, and put back on.
Manager Response: 01/15/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. After receiving your review, I had our Maintenance Manager as well as our Quality Control Supervisor go into the home and address your complaints. We have also forwarded your review onto the owner of the cabin for their personal review. We apologize that you discovered issues in the home. Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals strives for excellence in our properties, and have a staff in place to ensure our properties are above expectations. We are looking into this matter and guarantee it will be rectified. Again, we thank you for your review and hope to see you again. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by kpickles91
the cabin is awesome. we had a lot of fun, close to town, the conditions were great. Highly Recommended!
Reviewed by juliewhitescarver
We had family come and visit from out of town. We took them to Shaver lake and stayed in this wonderfully cozy little cabin. It was walking distance from the town, and a perfect little place to stay. The rental process was quick and easy. I have no complaints.
Reviewed by virginia_gardner
We enjoyed our stay here very much. Location is really pleasant, surrounded with trees and close to the Village. Very compact and efficient, great to have the mud porch, plenty of games, etc., and pretty reasonable price.
Can be a little tricky to find if you're arriving at night for the first time. No internet is actually great - gets you offline! and if you really need it (one of us had to work ;-[ ) you can hang out at Bob's for hours with a cup of something hot and use their wi-fi free! Thanks!
Reviewed by shortybk1530
We rented this cabin after getting double booked with a condo and was very pleased that I got the same rate for the cabin as the condo that was double booked. The home was great but I would have preferred maybe a few more upgrades. It was very homey though. Unfortunately the first night there the main TV went out and we missed the playoffs on Saturday but then realized that the Tvs upstairs werent bolted down and we brought one of them down. I would have preferred to have had snow at the cabin and thought I relayed that to the rep that helped me book it but next time we will go up a little higher to reassure that we would have snow. It was close to everything and I really appreciated all the staff at the sports store and at Shaver Lake Rentals.
Reviewed by jmforbesnet
We had a woderful time in Shaver with hiking, boating, and enjoying the forest. We have been to Shaver at least 15 times in the past and it is alway enjoyable.
Reviewed by tikicollins
This house is great for large groups! The game room upstairs was a big hit with pool table, fuse ball ping pong and tv! I also loved the large kitchen, the fireplace (we ordered wood), washer and dryer, and nice open space outside and the fact that it was pet friendly. However, I would like to recommend more plates in the kitchen. The house can sleep up to 13 people but only 7 dinner plates.
Reviewed by edredfox
we love our stay at the ballard cabin. it might not suit some people that want fancy and new. it has everything we need. love the deck, use of the garage for overflow, large bedrooms and beds. the game room is great for kids and adults. we hope we will be able to return for our stay every year
Reviewed by jrdominguezjr
My large family and I stayed in this cabin in June of 2010. The 5 bedrooms were great to have as every family unit had their own room. The pool table room was a big hit. The rustic decor was very comfortable. The deck was very big and made for a great place to barbq. The area the cabin is in is very quiet and serene. The second story gets warm in the summer so bring fans as there is no aC in this place. We hope to get this same cabin again next year.
Reviewed by braden.soper
This cabin was a great value. It was spacious and comfortable. Plenty of beds. Great for groups or a couple large families.
Reviewed by nvb
We enjoyed this home very much, the only issue we had was that we felt like we were being nickeled and dimed by all the fees, the cleaning fee and the booking fee were fine but the linen fee just put it over the top, we would have like the nightly rental fee to be a little higher and had sheets included on the beds.
Other than that we really enjoyed the home.
Reviewed by sharonestes
Overall contact with Shaver Laker Vacation Rental staff was good. Communication was clear and prompt. Contract was straight forward. The price of the rental seemed good for the size (to accommodate our large family). Check in was easy and maps were clear. Office staff was friendly and helpful.
The cabin itself was spacious and nice at first glance. The layout was great and spacious. Once we were unpacked, the ants invaded the kitchen, so we could not set any food on the counters. It was a challenge finding spots to put it that would not get ants! There was a leak under the sink. Decks were covered with dust and pollen. I would think that cleaning with a blower and/or hosing it off would have removed most of that. The advertised "third" deck upstairs was unusable, with plywood, leaves and dirt covering it. The loft had spider webs and a black widow spider was found near the mattresses. The mattresses themselves had spots and stains on them (???) Even with a sheet covering them, what were we sleeping on? The steps up to the loft were creaky and a bit precarious.
What appeared to be a reasonable rate at time of booking felt like an overcharge for what we received after the stay was complete. I think the owners could clean things up a bit more if it continues to be advertised as posted. I would not recommend this rental in its current condition as posted!
Recommendations:
1. Regular spray for ants. We battled these in our own home in the valley and a regular service was what finally got rid of them.
2. Get third deck cleaned up. Clean others before rental.
3. Minor repairs, ie. leak under sink, DVD players.
4. Spray inside for spiders. A simple, people-friendly spray around the baseboards and under beds on a monthly basis would probably do it. A thorough vacuuming of the area before a rental stay begins would also take care of this.
***Give me a few free nights and I'll clean it up good!***
Reviewed by fresnofireguy
This cabin was nice and did had the ammenities that were in the description, although Shaver Lake rentals could not guarantee that any ammenity would "be in working condition". The cabin was not clean upon our arrival, which delayed our plans for the day. Upon notification of the situation, Shaver Lake Rentals did send the cleaning crew back out the cabin to re-clean it. There were several items broken and/or missing in cabin. (i.e. towel racks, chairs, tables) When we notified Shaver Lake Rentals of this, they said they would put a work order in and have it repaired, but the items were broken for our stay. I guess the expectation of a clean, well working cabin was not realistic.
Reviewed by jennakyle2
We would like if the owners would change the mattress in the master bedroom. They were so old, the springs were poking us. :-)
Reviewed by loopylala
The cabin was nice and comfortable except for the mattresses on the twin bed and the king. The queen bed was very comfortable. The shower in the full bath was inadequate, the flow was practically a dribble. Except for these things, I thought the cabin was very nice.
Reviewed by ss4bsmom
Everything was just perfect. The office was very helpful and friendly with any questions that we had prior to our stay. Was better than we could imagine. Thank you!
Reviewed by kandykisses7
This is the second time we`ve stayed at Brac. and we just love it. It`s cozy, comfy and lots of room for kids and friends! The kids love the back yard and always manage to make a fun place to "slide" in the snow.
Hope to rent for a week in the summer too!
Reviewed by glung
5 girlfriends, annual retreat, walking distance to town, darling cabin, clean, comfortable, played cd's,had wine and food - caught up with each other...great time had by all!
Reviewed by wilson_2001
I'm am so glad we decided to book this cabin. It was clean, it had all the comforts of home (coffe pot, micro, bbq), close to town and close to hiking trails. We will definately be back!
Reviewed by chrysticinco
Great little cabin with everything we needed and more. Close to Dorabella Cove, day use parking or a nice long walk down there.
Very clean and comfortable for families and pets.
Reviewed by wisejess07
We love it . It was so great. We hopeffuly will be back again in the summer.
Reviewed by sassylee2009
We enjoyed pretty much everything the only issue we would love to be improve in the future would be " wash blankets and pillows they had lots of dust " even when we brought our own linens and pillows we still can smell the dust in the beds.
Beside that everything was satisfactory.
Thanks.
Reviewed by lomeliz08
Cute little cabin, great intimate atmosphere. Really enjoyed location, was a little disturbed at the rudeness of the elderly neighbors, but overall, had a great time.
Reviewed by dslugbug
All of the rooms were big. There was a lot of room to put away our stuff and be comfortable for a week. The only negative is that the shower did not work well. It was really difficult to get the temperature right - the knob you turn was wiggly - the water was either just barely warm or too cold - so that was a bit disappointing.
Reviewed by lmcdunna
The place was really nice and easily within walking distance from town. The two issues we had were: 1) there was virtually no hot water pressure at all. It just trickled out of the sink and shower head. This was a real drag for everyone in the family.
2) there was an inch of solid ice on the steps leading up to the front. I can understand some recent snow of course, but the ice was very dangerous and both my kids fell down (not seriously hurt thankfully). However, my first 2 hours after arriving was spent chipping ice off the stairs. THis is a real safety issue and I'm surprised that it wasn't salted/cleared when the cabin was preped for our arrival.
Manager Response: 03/01/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. After receiving your review, I had our Maintenance Supervisor go into the home and address your complaint. We apologize you discovered the water pressure issue in the home, but would have immediately taken care of the problem mentioned had you made us aware during your stay. As for the ice on the steps that was an oversight by our Maintenance Department and we apologize for the inconvenience. Again, Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals appreciates your review and hope to see you again! Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by info1289
The mountainous surroundings were lovely. The house itself provided more that we expected for our week's vacation. There was adequate space for everyone and more than enough pantry space for groceries and food. We especially enjoyed the fire pit for roasting marshmellows with the grandchildren and telling stories in the moonlight. Looking forward to next year already.
Reviewed by repub76
We loved Bretz mountain. It was a great place for a family getaway. We used
all five bedrooms and filled the house with family. The SLVR group was great
and took care of us, including shoveling the driveway and deck from all the
snow! We would stay here again for sure!
Reviewed by jburnsnyc
Everything was perfect, with the exception of no bathtub.
Reviewed by rsmyatt
Enjoyed the scenery and Kokanee fishing. Our unit-Hargy Time was nice but lacked basic things we thought should be included--salt and pepper, paper towels, hand soap and the master TV didn't work.
Reviewed by richard.paulson
Staff was very helpful when we had trouble with the internet connection and the washer/dryer had intermittent operation issues. The only snag was the propane tank for the barbeque was missing when we arrived, so had to postpone use until second day, when the staff brought one.
Reviewed by gabyfheim
Condo is very clean and recently rennovated. Kitchen is well stocked. Having a telephone and w/d was nice. Beds are covered with down comforters. The location is a few miles North West of the ski area. The condo is a ways from the parking lot. But, one can drive to a loading/unloading area about 50 feet away from the doorstep.
Reviewed by angberlin
this is a great home, great location, well equipped. However we were not too happy with the sleeping set up. We were told it sleeps 8. That is a stretch. 2 bedrooms were great - each sleeping 2 people. 2 people were supposed to be in the loft. however access to the loft was via a ladder that was nailed to the wall ie. 90degree angle, straight up! Was also open to the living area, so did not really work for kids to go to bed early when adults were still in living area.
The remaining 2 I guess were expected to sleep on the pull down sofa bed in living room. It was a strech to fit one person on this bed.
Reviewed by tracycrow70
Terrific cabin in quiet area. The kids had a great time playing outside!
Reviewed by shixson
Nice cabin to stay in. Nice location. Near the lake. Clean but a little pricy.
Reviewed by ajudson
Nicely located townhome with a good layout. Small sledding hill nearby. The beds are awful. We stayed for 4 nights and everyone complained of back aches. The kitchen is advertised as being well appointed, but it is not! We were constantly going to neighbors' homes to borrow the simplest items. Our friends stayed next door in a townhome with the same layout that was beautifully appointed. Their towhhome felt as though it was occuppied by owners on a regular basis because it was well stocked and had cozy furnishings. SNOW feels more like a rental that was supplied/furnished with minimal items bought at a discount warehouse.
Manager Response: 01/15/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. After receiving your review, I had our Quality Control Supervisor as well as our Maintenance Supervisor go into the home and address your complaints. I have also forwarded your review to the property owner for his review. We guarantee your concerns will be addressed. Again, we thank you for your review and hope you will consider renting this cabin again in the future after your concerns have been met. Sincerely, Your Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by rejyce
We ate outside on the large deck area each night enjoying the great summer evening in Shaver. The kitchen is a nice size for preparing meals. The large living room is a plus. I appreciated having dresser drawers available for unpacking. The three bedrooms were comfortable sizes.
Reviewed by cmomurphy
Our family meets once per yer to go skiing, and we always rent through Shaver Lake vacation rentals. this year, we rented two Huntington Lake condos. All was well until a power outage in the whole area. SLVR responded timely and relocated our whole family to Shaver Lake. Well done.
The condos, #78 and #79, we fine... no complaints.
Reviewed by bcotto
Plenty of space, great view, fantastic weekend.
Kitchen could use more equipment - pots with lids - some serving spoons. Us old "flatlanders" had a bit of trouble with the climb to the stairs and then stairs to get inside. Overall, a great experience!
Reviewed by pamahlin
The entrance to the condo was blocked by snow and it was extremely difficult and unsafe to climb up the snow, especially with our supplies and luggage. The dishes were in the cabinet with old food on them and it seemed to lack some needed attention.
Reviewed by pamso
Heater broken, but had a prompt and courteous response after hours by
maintenance person. Dropped off space heaters, but this unit should not be
rented again until heater is fixed. Also, I understand that it is not rental
company's responsibility, but every condo I have stayed in (different
locations/resorts) have provided at the basic necessities: dish soap, etc. This
unit did not have any dish soap, nor coffee filters. As coffee machines differ in
type of filter needed, it is nice when owner provides these. I do love the
location and floor plan of this unit, and despite above, would rent this unit
again with heater issue resolved (and coming better prepared myself with
"necessities"!
Reviewed by jamie8293
The people at your office were very helpful and friendly:) The layout and location of the home was very nice. The heating was very spotty. Some rooms very cold and other's very warm. The vertical shades in the master bedroom should be REPLACED. They are disgustingly filthy. I can't imagine how they could even get that dirty. They don't block out the morning light anyway, as I believe something is missing to keep them from staying closed properly. There should really be a curtain or shade of some sort in the living room to keep morning light out for those sleeping in loft.
Reviewed by mar
The home had been cleaned surface wise, but upon unloading and setting up, we found candy wrappers under two of the beds, a t-shirt in a bed, laundry plastic balled on the floor in master bedroom. Made me think that the cleaning had just been visual. The
condo was a distance from parking - not as convenient to get to and very difficult to unload and
load to vehicle.
Reviewed by cpoole
We stayed at Mt.Paradise for 3 nights at the end of Feb. We had been looking forward to being able to allow our two children and dog to step outside to play in snow but we thought that might not be possible with the warm weather that had occured. However, we were delighted to arrive to find lots of snow at the house. My husband and the kids (with help from our dog) created a great sled run about the length of a football field and everyone had great fun and got very worn out! The cabin was comfortable and in good condition. Neighbors not too close. Foosball in the garage was also fun. Direct TV had less channels than my husband would have wanted but Disney for kids was there. Also, my husband would have liked to have had internet but made do by driving to the wireless cafe in village. We had a great time and would definitely recommend this smaller cabin home to all!
Reviewed by jbommelje
This was a great place to stay with our adult children. There were plenty of rooms and each family got to have their own bathroom. The beds and couches were a bit uncomfortable, but all in all we had a great trip. We loved the mother-in-law suite and would recommend this home to others.
Reviewed by zlyisme
The cabin was clean and dog friendly. We enjoyed are self. It was one of the most relaxing trips we've taken in a while.
Reviewed by zlyisme
The cabin was clean and dog friendly. We enjoyed are self. It was one of the most relaxing trips we've taken in a while.
Reviewed by sallyrphillips
Thrilled to have a beautiful home in Granite Ridge that allows petsl Location is stellar and the home is comfortable (though the spiral staircase could be an issue)Only real issues: several screens are torn, so can't really have the windows open to let in the air; kitchen is poorly stocked for families (no large serving bowls or dishes or pots).
Reviewed by kimberlymalone
When we arrived at the house, we weren't sure where the house was. We could only see a very narrow steep driveway. We managed to get in the driveway, while scrapping our truck on the snow banks on the way down. I would not want to be in the house after a snow storm. It would be extremely difficult to get in or out. Shaver Lake rentals were wonderful. They had a crew out early the next morning to get the snow away from the driveway. The house was clean, but we did not like the narrow steep stairs with dangerous points in the middle of the house. The kitchen was not well equipped. The televisions were small. I think it is pricey for what you get. We will rent from Shaver Lake Rentals again, just not this house.
Reviewed by scottnelson22
Had a great time at the Bears Den, comfortable place to enjoy the outdoors from thed deck. Enjoyed the vist. We'll be back!
Reviewed by robinmam
for our small family the cabin was perfect. beds comfortable, nice granite countertops, decorated attractively.
with a very roomy deck out front . we even saw a shooting star
Reviewed by amanda92979
Great, spacious home with ample room for kids and adults. It was comfortable and clean.
Reviewed by dmarks805
Rental manager, Tom, arranged for our party of 7 to move to CRAW after the cabin we had rented sprung a water leak. The move was quick and seamless and we were all delighted with the beautiful CRAW home. Our party included teens, their parents, and 81 yr old grandma; and we all found perfect places to play, sit by the fire, cook, eat, and sleep. Privacy for those that wanted it, and a large room for the teens to gather. We celebrated a birthday and found everything we needed to cook great meals and bake a cake. Everything for a great holiday was at hand. Thank you - thank you.
Reviewed by ms.heidisayre
These cabins are so great. We lead a camp for young adults with special needs, and we stay here every year. The condos are large, spacious, and extremely clean. We'll be back next year!
Reviewed by dhestep
We had a wonderful experience, the accomodations were just as described, except the jet tub was not working. We spent the days at the beach and Huntington Lake fishing, both were excellant. A car show was going on during our stay, so we walked through the cute town enjoying the treats and shopping.
Reviewed by prashant13
The booking process and paperwork was quick, the person handling it was very courteous and efficient. The home is comfortable and well furnished with lots of space so thate everyone can have their privacy as necessary. Overall it was a pleasant experience.
Reviewed by kswall
Our cabin that we reserved ended up having a broken heater, so our cabin was switched. At first, we were disappointed to lose out on the pool table, but we were pleasantly surprised with an air hockey table... loads of fun! The cabin was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. I would definitely recommend a group get away at this place.
Reviewed by jaime1025
We rented the Sierra cabin for the New Year's holiday and it was wonderful. The cabin was large and roomy and felt very homey. It was fully furnished from the bathrooms, to the kitchen, to the bedrooms. It also had a washer and dryer. It accommodated all 5 families with plenty of space. The game room that was located on the bottom floor was perfect for the kids. There was a large area across the street that had a hill to sled down and plenty of room for snow ball fights, hikes and building snowpeople. It's located in a beautiful woody area. The staff at Shaver Lake Rentals were helpful and friendly. The only downfall was that we kept running out of hot water but with as many people as we had it was understandable.
We will definitely be back.
Reviewed by monsterdrive51
The cabin/condo is comfortable and spacious. Maybe include towels, sheets, and kitchen cleaning items or mention on the contract that those things are not provided.
Reviewed by maredith
We were very pleased with this rental. Very clean, comfortable furniture, and just the rigt size for us. The three king-sized beds were especially appreciated since we had mostly adults. Nice kitchen with large oven, (large enough for our 24 pound Thanksgiving turkey.) We even had room enough for a "Murder Mystery" type game later that week-end.
Scenery is spectacular
Dinner seating only accomidates eight comfortably. There are a couple extra seats at the bar but it's not convenient to use while people are at the table. I would recommend replacing the square table with a more convential rectangular and with expandable leaves.
Reviewed by avalosrosaura
I did like the home it was just the maintanance in the home. I think they need to have them
more. and please make sure that you check all the cavins before renting them.
Reviewed by a27usa13
A pleasant condo well situated for our activities. Beds and other amenities need upgrading, otherwise fine. The compound rules as stated by the rental facility differ from that of the association, which led to some minor issues. All in all a fine stay, and we will most likely return next year.
Reviewed by cristarus
Very nice,cozy unit roomy big patio , but littl
noisy floor top level
Reviewed by seangiffen
This condo is nice but showing its age. It could definitely use some TLC...beds, carpets, kitchen ect. To be fair my recent stays have been in Eagles Nest condo's which are much newer. Our kids were really dissapointed to find out (after we arrived) that the pool would be closed the entire time that we were there. Otherwise, we had a fantastic time!
Reviewed by pearlr
We love the sailing on the lake, and the fact that it is a quiet place. Wish we could use a pool and jacizzi while there, esp the jacuzzi. Whyh don't they put one in?
Reviewed by ihimrku
We had a blast the weekend we stayed there. We got there everything was ready to go beds made the whole works. All the people I dealed with on the phone were great and really helpful. Didnt have to worry about much. The only thing I was bummed about was that it said there was a bbq there to use and there wasnt one. But we made do, our buddies rented another cabin and we bbq'd down at that place. Thanks alot Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals we had a blast and will deffinatly plan on another trip next winter!
Reviewed by tdmmsmith
We will only want to stay in #75 from now on! A wonderful location, comfortable, nice floorplan, and wonderfully decorated! We were able to bring our small dog (pet friendly condo) and we were comfortable and happy throughout our stay. The only slight drawback was that the stone floors (which we loved) were a bit dirty -- understandable with all the dust outside.
Reviewed by elliekelsey
House is very nice and cozy. Plenty of space for all our guests. The dogs really enjoyed themselves and it was nice to be able to take them along. We will definitely stay again!
There were a few problems: the back patio on the main level was so full of snow the view wasn't as nice as it could be; the lighter fluid for the pellet stove was empty; the cable was out; and if you tried to use the bath tub in the downstairs bedroom the hot water heater would run out of hot water before the tub was even half full. That was dissapointing since the jacuzzi tub was a main feature advertised about the house.
Reviewed by d.arndt
We really enjoyed our stay at the Anton house. The accommodations were
very nice. The layout of the rooms suited our families well. The kids (pre-
teen to teen) loved the loft area.
The kitchen was easy to share, with several people sharing in the cooking
for most meals. The dining table was full-sized and suited the size of the
house. There were places to group together for games, and places where
someone could get away by themselves.
As with every rental house, there were a few quirky bits. As an example,
there is a five-burner range (gas -- a big plus for cooking). The burners
have an electronic ignition system, and one of the burners would not stop
clicking (so we just didn't use that burner). And the fireplace has it's own
special requirements to get it to draw, but once discovered, it put out great
heat.
Overall, there was nothing serious to complain about.
Reviewed by la3875
Cabin was large enough for extended family and then some. Price was better than some with reported same capacity. Trash service is new and very appreciated, as well are free sundries (toilet paper, dishwashing soap, etc).
On the downside we had to buy cables to connect the DVD player to the main TV, and the deck is hazardous. I guess last winter was tough on the deck as many boards were warped and loose and many of us tripped over them.
Reviewed by mlvenezia
The entire deck in the front of the house is a little scary. Boards are popping up and you are constantly tripping over them. Not something that Iwe expect from a home that charges $275.00 a night.
Reviewed by tc27115
With 2 young boys and a few dogs in the family we usually stay at Dorabella campground in our RV. This year we decided to try a cabin and price was a big consideration. Fas is small but cozy and clean and very pet and kid friendly. Our dogs and kids are very well behaved but it is not easy to find a cabin that can accomodate both. The location is just off the beaten path so it is safe and quiet for a nice stay. The only reccomendation I would make is perhaps a child gate at the top of the stairs. You can easily fall the flight of stairs if you get up late at night like my boys. Thankfully a full day of swimming at the lake all four days left them too exhausted to wander out of bed late at night on this stay. Overall it was great and we will be back next year!!
Reviewed by steeleze
We stayed for a week in Shaver Lake at the "For all Seasons" cabin. The cabin was comfortable, clean and cozy.
Reviewed by kristen_katch
I really enjoyed staying here. My boyfriend and I can just for a day/night and
we loved it. It was very cozy and warm, but there wasn't any matches or lighter
to light the fireplace so come prepared with that. The heater worked great and
there are portable heaters for each of the rooms to keep it extra toasty.
Overall I give FAS a 10/10!!!!!
Reviewed by dedmonb
NICE N COZY SNOW PLAY JUST ACROSS THE STREET.HOPE TO RETURN NEXT WINTER.MASTER BED COULD OF BEEN MORE COMFORTABLE.OVERALL WONDERFUL TIME!
Reviewed by sebalaus
Nice house. We have excellent time in the snow with the kids. they can play and slide in the snow next to the house or close you have a snow park or the Shave lake to have a good time. Great home and warm for winter, thanks.
Reviewed by perremon
Nice place. Cozy cabin feel. The only downer was a lack of fire wood. The wood provided was damp or not seasoned so it smoked up the cabin. I'll bring wood just in case for future forays. This cabin is quite close to town, Decent roads. Very convenient, clean. HEY - NO VISIBLE ADDRESS. Can you post an address outside?? The Shaver Lake management team was uber nice, efficient, professional. Thanks.
Reviewed by mckenzie0722
Everything about the cabin and the location fit our expectations. The owner of the property was kind enough to allow access to sleds, Christmas lights, and everything was in working condition. From the starting point of planning our vacation till the end we received excellent customer service and information needed to plan our Christmas in Shaver Lake. We will be returning in the future!!!
Reviewed by sharon63duvall
Easy to reserve the cabin. Friendly staff! The cabin was comfortable/clean and easy to get to. Short distance to town and the lake. It was worth the investment. Relaxing and peaceful...
Reviewed by jennifercordier
Booking the cabin was a breeze. One phone call and it was set up, they
emailed me, I printed read and signed and faxed. Then when we picked up
the key I was in and out. It was painless.
The cabin was beautiful, although buried in so much snow it was hard to
see much of the outside. We ran into some issues with icey patches too,
often got stuck in small places and had to use chains to get out. It hadn't
snowed in a week or more either, but it was cold enough that all the snow
was icey and slushy.
There was only enough room dug out for one car even though the website
said two which was kind of annoying since we had two cars. We were
worried about the ice on the steps too, it was pretty scary thick and
slippery. We have a 2.5 year old so we had to really watch to make sure she
didn't try to go down by herself. But it was really cozy inside with christmas
lights strung up around the fireplace and in some of the trees in the yard.
There was plenty of room for all of us, 4 adults and 3 small kids. We spent a
good deal of time in the kitchen around the table. Loved the additional
folding chairs and card table. The kitchen was clean, modern enough and
well stocked. Though the can opener would have needed a rocket scientist!
I'd bring your own. We didn't get linen service but noticed there were still
some towels and linens in place. There were also trash bags, dish soap,
hand soap, and lots of toilet paper.
I'd bring your own pantry items and food. Shaver Lake is adorable, and the
pizza place and chunky bread were both delicious, but the markets were all
that had groceries and they were limited and expensive.
The "snow park setting" across the street was just ok. I could see how in
fresh snow it would be a blast. We didn't enjoy it too much though, it was
too deep to walk in and exhausted us. Also it was too icey for snowmen or
snow balls. But down the road there was a beautiful place to sled next to
the lake, we had a good time there for a day. Gosh, it was gorgeous!!
Reviewed by jason.rider
4 Adults and 1 child stayed at this cabin for 4 nights and 5 days. The cabin was great. There was a snow park across the street with easy access to sled runs. It was very cozy, nice fireplace, and overall a very good feel. The sleeping situation was questionable. The downstairs bed was great but the upstairs full size bed was a joke and after 4 days it caused an aching back. I would recommend the cabin for two adults but not for four adults because of the uncomfortable "bed".
As far as service, I would say that was pretty disappointing. An expensive electronic item of ours was left at the cabin and I called as soon as I got home (same day) to ask them to get the item from the cabin so we could make arrangements to get the item back. Initially they sounded helpful and told me they would go to the cabin, get the item, and mail it back. They said they would call me back to let me know what they had found. Nothing like that ever happened. Over the course of 11 days, I called back 5 times and each time I was told they would look into it and call me back. I NEVER RECEIVED ONE CALL BACK to let me know what was going on. After 11 days, I spoke to the manager and was told that the item was never found. VERY DISAPPOINTING! Because of this poor show of customer service the entire experience was soured and I was left to repurchase my item. That alone was enough to cause me to use another management company to rent my cabin through for Christmas 2010. It was not any fault of theirs that I left the item behind, just a bad taste left in my mouth from the horrible experience of trying to get it back.
Overall, for a small family the cabin is in a beautiful setting and provides easy snow access and sled runs. Personally, that was overshadowed by the poor sleep and bad customer service.
Manager Response: 01/15/2010Hi Jason-I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. I apologize that your chargers were not found. I can assure you we made every effort to find your items. We had the Housekeeping staff, our Quality Control Supervisor, and Maintenance Engineer go to the cabin and check for these items. We even called previous guests as well as the owner to locate it for you. I do apologize you were not contacted with this information. I have addressed this issue with my staff and will make every effort in the future to not let this happen again. We are pleased that you enjoyed the For All Seasons cabin, and would hope that you would return to it in the future. Again, we thank you for your review. Sincerely, The Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by lhteachministry
The place was extremely smelly, dirty, and small. The one bathroom was downstairs (nothing upstairs), and it was extremely small--barely room to turn around. No place to put toiletries. The upstairs beds are all under sloping ceiling and you bump your head if you turn over. Dust everywhere. Cobwebs hanging from wall decorations and the many knickknacks. The VCR had so much dust on it that you could write your name on it. The windows extremely dirty with cobwebs when you open. The shade in the kitchen has big holes in it. Kitchen cupboards very dirty.
Reviewed by jjdayphe
What a disappointment.
We picked FaS because it was pet friendly and had a dog run.
The dog run/gate was broken upon our arrival and never fixed by Slvr during our entire 4 night stay.
Fas advertisement promised firewood, but only had enough for 1 night. Slvr told us FaS had "already used" its season's worth of purchased firewood (with other renters) and that we might out of luck. We encouraged Slvr to re-read the agreed upon FaS advertisement. We had 3 bundles of firewood delivered the next day.
The outside deck was flithy when we arrived (dirt/pine needles); Slvr did clean up after we insisted.
The power strip in the living room was a potential fire hazard. We advised Slvr the TV and base heater blows when both are turned on at the same time. Slvr's solution was to re-route the base heater cord over the mudroom threshold, so we could trip and fracture something.
We kept the heater off.
Save your money; we left a day early and will never use Slvr again.
Manager Response: 05/31/2010I just received your feedback and wanted to personally thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey. I apologize that the house was not in order upon your arrival. I have addressed this issue with my staff and will make every effort in the future to not let this happen again. I am glad that we did take care of your issues when made aware of them. Again, we thank you for your review. Sincerely, The Shaver Lake Vacation Rentals Staff
Reviewed by jricks2
The cabin is very large and nicely furnished. We enjoyed the family pictures and personal touches. The back yard had a nice area for sledding for the kids and we had a great time. BUT Shaver Lake Vacation rental company was not a joy to work with. This is the 4th year we have rented through them and this year we rented 2 houses next door to each other. I found the level of service we received was horrible and if I owned these cabins, I would look for a new rental company.
Reviewed by spyderdaddy
This cabin was set up nicer than any of the many cabins
we've stayed at over the years. Nice paved parking for our boat, jet skis & parking for all our cars. The interior was decorated nicely, I also am a hunter/fisherman so the motif
was perfect. Nice kitchen, bar top, & loved the big dining table for all of us to sit at once and the synthetic or textured deck was great (no splinters) However the floors were filthy at this cabin and it took two phone calls & 2-1/2
days for someone to come over and clean it properly, My wife & daughters had to use the house mop just to get it clean enough for the grandchildren to come inside, Shaver Lake Rentals was slow to respond to our request for cleaning & failed to pick-up our accumulated trash even though a request was made twice for pick-up. They did apoligize & refund half our cleaning deposit. I would rent this cabin again but I'll make sure it's been cleaned before setting foot in it. Respectfully: Scott
Reviewed by b.blperez1
We enjoyed staying at the John's Hunter's Lodge. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed to cook a great meal. The extra large dinner table came in handy as all the of the family sat together and enjoyed our meals. The extra refrigerator was a good bonus. Plenty of parking for all the vehicles. The only bummer was not being able to have a campfire and roast marshmallows. However, we understood that we needed to be careful during the extreme fire season.
Reviewed by mrmike93436
First of all, I think it was a great cabin. But because of a couple of things and a misunderstanding........ I would have to downgrade the overall experience. When I discussed the Linen package with you guys, my understanding was that I had to provide my own sheets. I didn't realize that it didn't include towels. It is the first time I stayed somewhere that didn't provide towels. I will give you kudos however for bringing towels over when I called. That was great. I realize I went to the snow, but driving down from Sierra Summit to the cabin and having to put on chains for a hundred yard stretch off road that the HOA doesn't do was kind of a hassle. Also the driveway was almost unusable for the same reason. They took the top layer off once during the middle of our stay. But without chains you weren't going up it. Overall though we had a good time. I think I might try a place with better snow service next time though,
Mike
Reviewed by olsenkendra
We had a great time playing in the snow! The cabin is cozy and I love the three bunks beds for the kids. We also liked that there were so many TVs for everyone to relax in front of after playing outside. Down sides would be...no closet space (everything is locked), no plastic dishes or cups for kids, and steep stairs. Overall we had a fun time.
Reviewed by gchipres
great for teenager ,clean .rooms are big defenely not for small kids ,
I think carpet its to old in living room.
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