On an ISLAND bring your BOAT 24 FT Private Dock & PET FRENDLY!
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
This vacation home sits on a private island in the California Delta, offering a rare waterfront retreat near the Grand Island Mansion and Lodi Vineyards. With direct water access and two private boat docks, it's built for travelers arriving by boat as well as by car. The property is pet-friendly and permitted for a maximum of six occupants under its short-term rental permit.
Rooms & Layout
The home features a master suite with its own sofa seating area and balcony, plus two additional bedrooms downstairs each with seating areas. A fireplace warms one bedroom while a wood-burning stove heats the family room, and the bathroom includes a jetted tub. Beds come outfitted with sheets and towels, and an 85-inch flat screen TV anchors movie nights in the main living space.
Amenities & Recreation
The kitchen is equipped with a full oven/stove, microwave, and the essentials for self-catering, backed by a washer for laundry. Outdoor living is a highlight, with a deck and lawn, an outdoor dining table for six, two lounge chairs, a fire pit, and a grill for cooking al fresco. A game table adds indoor entertainment, and central heating and air conditioning keep the home comfortable year-round.
Dining Nearby
Several restaurants sit within about a mile, including Manny's Barzzeria for pizza, Peter's Steakhouse, Memo's Cuisine, and Taquería Mi Rancho for Mexican fare, along with the Delta Queen Lodge, Restaurant & Bar. Further afield, options like Spindrift Restaurant, Tower Park Waterfront Grille, and Tony's Place offer additional choices for dinners out during a Delta stay.
Location
Set on an island in the California Delta, the home is reached primarily by boat or a scenic drive, with the closest regional airport, Buchanan Field, roughly 43 kilometers away and larger international airports such as Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose, and San Francisco all within 55-95 kilometers. Its Delta setting makes it a destination in itself for boating, fishing, and quiet riverside relaxation, with the Grand Island Mansion and Lodi Vineyards as notable nearby attractions.
Best for
This property is best suited to boating enthusiasts, anglers, and families or small groups seeking a quiet river retreat, thanks to its two private boat docks, direct water access, and fire pit and grill for outdoor gatherings. It also appeals to pet owners traveling with animals, since the home is explicitly pet-friendly. Repeat visitors and those celebrating multi-generational trips will appreciate the multiple bedrooms and communal outdoor dining setup for six.
Travel tips
Access is largely by water or private vehicle, since this is an island property in the California Delta, so plan travel time accordingly and confirm boat or driving directions in advance. Note that landscaping service occurs Friday afternoons and trash pickup is on Mondays, which may affect noise or scheduling during a stay. The property operates under short-term rental permit STRP2026-00128 with a strict maximum occupancy of six guests, so plan group size accordingly.
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight the comfort of the furnishings, particularly praising soft, comfortable beds and a well-stocked kitchen with cookware, coffee maker, microwave, and a full-size refrigerator. Cleanliness is repeatedly noted, with bathrooms described as tidy and well-supplied with towels. Reviewers also emphasize the peaceful riverside setting as ideal for family time, fishing, and relaxation, with several mentioning repeat visits to the home. No significant recurring complaints appear in the available excerpts.
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