Bay Area Escape on 5 Acres: Pet Friendly, Views
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
Bay Area Escape on 5 Acres: Pet Friendly, Views is a two-bedroom, two-bath vacation home in North Auburn/Greenwood set on a private 5-acre property with forest-and-valley panoramas. The home is smoke-free, pet-friendly (fee applies), and designed for travelers looking for a tranquil foothills setting with sunrise and sunset views. Public guest ratings average 4.55/5 from 40 reviews.
Layout & Sleeping
The home is a two-story layout with a main-floor private bedroom (queen bed) plus a loft sleeping area with two queen beds. Bathrooms are split across floors, and the loft sleeping areas are separated by a bathroom. Family gear includes a Pack ’n Play/crib and a high chair.
Amenities & Indoor Comfort
Guests have a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances plus a microwave and oven/stove, along with cooking basics, spices, a Dutch oven, and extra small appliances such as an air fryer, rice cooker, and two Crockpots. Comfort features include mini-split heating and air conditioning, a pellet stove fireplace, ceiling fans, washer/dryer, and free Wi‑Fi. Entertainment and downtime are supported with two Smart TVs (cable TV also listed), books, and board games.
Outdoor Spaces & Recreation
Outdoor living centers on a wraparound furnished deck, a wooded yard with a hammock, and both gas and Traeger grills. On-site gear includes two single kayaks, and there’s a small fitness setup with yoga mats and free weights. The setting is geared toward outdoor-lovers and peace-seekers with wide-open sky and hillside views.
Location & Nearby Highlights
This foothills base is about 3 miles from the American River for rafting, fishing, and kayaking, and about 14 miles from Auburn State Recreation Area and Whitewater Connection rafting tours. Area day trips include Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park (about 12 miles), Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (about 18 miles), Hidden Falls Regional Park (about 21 miles), and Empire Mine State Historic Park (about 35 miles). Sacramento International Airport is roughly 51 miles away.
Best for
This property best suits couples, families, or small groups who want a quiet, scenic foothills stay with outdoor space, grills, and deck views on a private 5-acre parcel. It’s also a strong fit for outdoor recreation trips thanks to nearby American River access and rafting outfitters, plus on-site extras like two single kayaks and a basic fitness setup (yoga mats and free weights). Pet owners will appreciate that it’s explicitly pet-friendly (fee applies, max 2 pets).
Travel tips
Plan to arrive in daylight: the property is reached via a well-maintained dirt road, and guest feedback notes visibility and navigation can be challenging at night and GPS may be unreliable in the area. Low-clearance vehicles are discouraged due to the steep, deeply graveled driveway; most standard vehicles make it without issue. Parking is in the driveway for up to 3 vehicles, and quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight the home’s expansive views and the overall appeal of the setting. The house layout (main-floor bedroom plus loft sleeping areas) is frequently described as functional for groups, and overall value is noted positively. A recurring logistical drawback is access: the unpaved approach road and steep, gravelly driveway can be messy for vehicles, and navigation/visibility may be difficult at night with GPS reliability concerns. Isolated check-in friction is mentioned around door code accuracy, though responsiveness to resolve it is noted.
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