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In the heart of gold country, this property offers a serene mountain setting with direct access to the South Fork of the American River. Enjoy private river access for kayaks and rafts, relax in a riverside gazebo with an outdoor kitchen and BBQ or unwind by a cozy camp fire.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rafting, kayaking, fishing river retreat. Private river access/outdoor patio

Located in the heart of gold country, the property provides direct access to the South Fork of the American River.
3 miles from downtown Placerville, you will find great restaurants, a vibrant night life, and super cute shops full of antiques, clothing stores and the latest trends.

Guests have free private river access for put in of rafts and kayaks. Guests can relax at the river for a picnic or day play. The river front gazebo boasts an outdoor kitchen, stove top, barbecue, refrigerator, picnic table and evening lighting.
You can request to have a cozy camp fire too.

Sign up for a guided rafting adventure with an outfitter of your choice and you'll be right at the rafting launch point.

A beautiful mountain setting with the fresh air you can only find in the outdoors.

Pets love it here

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Placerville is home to this cottage. Placerville Historical Museum and El Dorado County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include El Dorado County Fairgrounds and Wakamatsu Farm. Visit our Placerville travel guide
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Placerville, CA

What's nearby

  • South Fork of the American River
    South Fork of the American River
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Historic Main Street Placerville
    Historic Main Street Placerville
    7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine
    Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine
    11 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Placerville Speedway
    11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Red Hawk Casino
    17 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sequoia
    6 min drive
  • Hong Kong Inn Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • Buttercup Pantry
    6 min drive
  • The Original Mel's Diner
    6 min drive
  • KFC
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rafting, kayaking, fishing river retreat. Private river access/outdoor patio pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rafting, kayaking, fishing river retreat. Private river access/outdoor patio?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rafting, kayaking, fishing river retreat. Private river access/outdoor patio?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Rafting, kayaking, fishing river retreat. Private river access/outdoor patio located?

Situated in Placerville, this cottage is steps from South Fork of the American River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Historic Main Street Placerville and Placerville City Hall. Bell Tower and Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Rafting, kayaking, fishing river retreat. Private river access/outdoor patio Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was amazing, pet friendly, clean, quiet and the sounds of nature made it perfect. The hosts were wonderful and attentive. We stayed for my daughter’s wedding and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, easily slept us 4. Clean and great location by the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Clean, Comfortable, and Peaceful

Great place to stay for a weekend getaway. Accommodations were super clean, and comfortable. Area was super peaceful, and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

DeVonne B.

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

Perfect weekend get away

It was so relaxing and comfortable. We really enjoyed the river with our pups!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cruz A.

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

Roomy place with awesome beach

I came here the week of my wedding to stay with my groomsman. Bruce was a very friendly and outgoing host who helped us with everything we needed. The beach was awesome with everything you need, tables, shade, a grill, and beautiful views. Overall this was a great trip and a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
nice spot with river access. the unit is nice for a great price. very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

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

The Refreshing River Retreat

We loved our stay at Bruce and Claudia’s little hideaway! It was a great place to stay with our dogs during a trip to the Placerville area. It’s close enough to downtown, but far enough away to experience the peace and quiet of the river! Everything was as described, you have your own space and privacy, but they are close by if you ever need anything. We will definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene R.

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

We Can't Wait to Stay Again!

This was one of the best houses we've rented! The owner was easy to get in touch with and answered all our questions. He offered a warm welcome and went above and beyond to make sure we had an enjoyable visit. The mattress was so comfortable that we want to get one like it. We had all the convenience of staying in our own home, and our pets settled right in. We plan to rent this house again and bring our kids this time, so we can enjoy the outdoor fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Amazing property

We had a such a great time here, and wish we had more time to spend at the Wade's! Their private retreat on the river is the real treat of this property, I could imagine grilling a steak and just enjoying the sound of the river flowing as a nice relaxing evening. We had planned too much for our stay in the area, so we will have to do that next time, but we did lounge around the river a couple of times and watch the rafters go by. The space is delightful, and a very comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K S.

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

March Mountain Snow

Although we live up Highway 50 and not too far from this location. I wanted to find a place away from the snow blizzard that was rolling in. It was perfect to enjoy the rain, river and cooking in the kitchen. Sweet place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall great.

A little small but it was okay since we mainly just slept here. There was enough beds for everyone including extra thick mattress for another person to sleep on if needed. The owners do live on property but they gave us our privacy. Any interactions we had with them were very friendly. Remote location with nice views but close enough to town. And a lot of extra amenities and little freebies. Made us feel very welcome!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for rafters. The host was very nice and the space is very clean and very well maintained. The private boat launch is a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolute fantastic experience and will definitely be back!! The casita has everything you could need - it’s private and quiet- we loved being able to hear the river from the patio - the owners are great!! Great communication and a pleasure to do business with. Thank you for sharing your fantastic casita with us
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bryon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
At our arrival we couldn’t get in gate, after spending 30 min on phone with Expedia, host didn’t answer phone, were able to get in gate. Once at the front door it was latched from the inside. Then the host arrived and let us in. Surprised that the host lives onsite. That’s when we found ourselves in between two garages that are used while you’re trying to relax. The host was in/out of the garage using power tools, banging, loud music, and talking on the phone. This was day and night. We tried knocking on the garage but it was so loud he couldn’t hear us knocking or calling his phone. And the other side of the wall was the other garage where family was also in/out. The back room we didn’t use, but the exhaust from garages was apparent. We just wanted to relax by the river, which you had to get in your car to get to. The host even came over to just “chat”. My anxiety was so high from all the cameras that I felt I was being “watched”. Not comfortable sitting outside as I felt the host was coming/going from the garages even after 9pm. I don’t know how others feel about host being included in your vacation, but I’m not ok with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024