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Reviews of The Elderberry Retreat - Prime Cabin Location

The Elderberry Retreat - Prime Cabin Location
Shaver Lake, CA

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shaver
Great property to rent. Clean and next to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wim v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jamie Is a Super Host
Jamie was wonderfully accommodating when our stay needed to be rescheduled twice due to the terrible weather. The cabin was very clean, cozy, and well-appointed. A great stay for our family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin for ski weekend with friends/family.
We stayed for a long weekend with 2 families with small kids. Great loft for kids to sleep in with 2 rooms for the adults. Short drive to China Peak. Appreciated all the cooking extras in the kitchen like small appliances, spices, and condiments. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location - Fun Place
A clean, bright cabin-home, filled with fun games including bocce ball, foosball ball, all the necessary things (laundry, kitchen, good beds), plus a bottle of wine. A very relaxing spot and lovely neighborhood. The games were a big plus. We laughed so hard we cried! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

HIzvy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
it was amaizing!
It was a Great place for the whole family. It was really clean and provides lots of items from kitchen to bathroom!! it was great totally coming back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Stay in Shaver
Jamie went out of her way to help us book a last minute getaway for New Year's. Shaver was beautiful with the recent snowfall and the Elderberry Retreat was perfect. In a great location with a 5-10 minute walk to restaurants and the pub. There were families sledding all around the neighborhood. Enjoyed the fireplace with hot chocolate every night. Jamie-The Cabin Host manages a number of cabins and I would definitely look at renting one of the others if this one is unavailable for the time you want. Thanks again Jamie!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Updated and well stocked cabin
My family had a wonderful stay at this updated cabin. It is very close to the lake and the main area of town. The cabin is stocked with many items (large pots/pans, spices, wii, movies, foosball, bocce ball) and has an open floor plan for all to gather. I have stayed at many Shaver lake cabins over the years, but this cabin has been the best by far. I hope to rent again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trish D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Jaime's place so cute and cozy. Nice short walk to town. Just wish there was more lighting out side for the beautiful evenings outside playing cornhole. Great host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Getaway
Such a perfect stay. We had such a wonderful time at this property. Everything is actually as pictured! The home was so cozy and definitely a home we will be returning to. Any questions I had, Jamie was sure to respond within minutes to make sure we had the perfect stay. Such great hosts and such a beautiful home. Thank you Jamie for this perfect getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
"The Perfect Getaway"...that is what we LOVE to hear, Vanessa! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a great review. We appreciate you as a guest and hope to host you again soon! Follow along with me on FB/IG to check out all the cabin I host in Shaver Lake.

8/10 Good

Robyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cabin
The cabin was so comfortable and had a perfect floor plan! The kids loved the upstairs loft with the games! A little disappointed in the WiFi/cable (not sure) connection to the TV....we were unable to watch a movie all the way through because it kept buffering all the time. But overall the stay was great 👍
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a nice review and the feedback. The Wifi is typically really good, but there are times when Mother Nature likes to remind us who is in charge. Occasionally the weather or work in the area can affect the connection temporarily. We appreciate you as a guest and hope to host you again soon! Follow along with me on FB/IG to check out all the cabin I host in Shaver Lake.

10/10 Excellent

Yung C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and clean right next to Shaver Lake
This listing was the perfect place for our getaway! Very close proximity to Shaver Lake and the shops in town. We could walk to both. Quiet and warm with the old school fireplace. Can cook s’mores inside the living room. Jamie and her husband were the best hosts who could be reached on my first call. They both checked in to see how things were. Thank you both!
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thank you Yung! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a nice review. You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey V., Carlsbad

Liked: Cleanliness
Our favorite place to get away
This was our 4th year returning to this cabin in Shaver Lake! We can't imagine staying anywhere else.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2020
Thank you so much Lindsey! Looking forward to having you back again next summer! We just stained the cabin black..so you may not recognize it!!

10/10 Excellent

Sherri R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ve been coming to Shaver for 30+ years and this by far was one of the nicest places we’ve stayed
We loved our stay and it was a wonderful cabin and Jamie ( the owner) was wonderful! We will definitely be back and look forward to staying here again ! Wonderful trip!!! The bocce ball was awesome too !
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2020
Thank you Sherri! We are looking forward to having you back again next summer!

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem in the middle of everything
Beautiful cozy cabin that was great for a family getaway. Everything we needed was provided. Stove in fireplace provided warmth for the whole cabin and was supplied with ample wood we appreciated. Centered in the middle of shaver village, we walked around frequently enjoying the neighborhood and town. We look forward to returning, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thank you Ashley! We look forward to having you back this year!! We are hoping for a big winter:) You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Malia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice & Cozy
Overall good experience and would recommend. Location is ideal near the small town shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thank you Malia! We hope you will return again this year! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
We had a great time! House was the perfect size and the location was awesome! Will definitely stay again! Thanks Jamie for making it seamless!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thanks Jenny! Looking forward to having you back this year!! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place.
We had a great time in the snow for a last minute trip while our cabin was having some work done. The cabin was as described except for some confusion about a 3rd bedroom which is actually an open loft. If we ever needed to stay again we would. Thank you, Jamie.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thanks Peter! We hope to see you again this year! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updated and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Kassie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake vacay
Had a great time with our boys. Great location, so close to the stores and lake. We enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thanks Kassie! That is what we love to hear. Please come and stay again sometime! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

scott a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
This place was great. Jaime was such a great host. Allowed us for an early check in, which really helped out. Place was very clean and cozy, and stocked with just about anything you need. Plenty of linens and places to sleep, and soap and shampoo in both showers. Location was amazing, although roads were pitch black at night. Make sure you bring a small flashlight or phone LED if you will be walking down to the bars or restaurant. (Maybe a 7 minute walk....?) Super close. Everyone was great in Shaver, great place to take a mini-vaca. Will def be back, and hope to rent this same place next year. Thanks again Jaime!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thanks Scott! We would love to host you again. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice review! We have made some upgrades since the last time you stayed. You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was great!
Clean, functional and comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thanks Scott! I appreciate you taking the time to leave such a great review! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Lori D., Lake Forest CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin we love Shaver Lake!
It was very easy to rent and communicate with the owners. The cabin was super clean had everything we needed. The cabin is very close to the lake and stores. We had a wonderful time and we are already talking about coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
YES Lori...please do come again! We appreciate you taking great care of our place and happy you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for the nice review!! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wells Cabin
We loved our stay at the Wells cabin in Shaver Lake. It was clean and cozy and had everything we needed. Great location near lake. Day use area is just 15 minute walk or 5 minute drive down the road. Beautiful cabin in a serine setting. Would definitely stay here again. Owner Jamie was so helpful and answered all our questions. Excellent rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thank you Danielle! Happy to hear to you enjoyed your time in Shaver Lake! Thank you for the nice review and please come again!! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips. I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W., Merced, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a wonderful cabin in a perfect location!!
Everything we needed. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks so much! So happy to hear you enjoyed!!

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Great place!
Perfect short weekend for my family of seven. Cabin is clean, close to everything, Jamie was so easy to work with. I highly recommend. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Thank you Josh! We would love for you to come back anytime. Winter is great too..sledding right around the cabin is so much fun. The snow is usually perfect Mid Dec-Feb. You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips! I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Great Time in Shaver Lake!
We had a wonderful time in the snow. Amazing Skiing at China Peak with a cozy cabin to enjoy in the evening. Fireplace. Well stocked kitchen. Wonderful Parking. Two bedrooms with doors that close. Third bedroom is a loft with 2 beds and electric fireplace, foosball and board games. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
So happy to hear you had a great time Lori! I appreciate you taking the time to review. I hope you will come stay again!! You can follow along with me on FB/IG @thecabinhost for Shaver Lake updates and tips. I now host 6 other cabins in the area as well.

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

Wonderful experience and snow trip for all!
This was an amazing cabin and the owners were so helpful as we planned our trip. The cabin is very clean and worked well for our two families. We will definitely be returning at another time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Hey Tara- Sorry for the late reply! I just realized I can leave a response to your review. So happy you had a nice time and thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice review! Summer is awesome in Shaver..come back anytime!!

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Cozy cabin!
This was our second stay... so much fun! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Emily! Come back anytime!!!

10/10 Excellent

Vikrant S., Boston,MA

Great house for our Thanksgiving break
Had an amazing time in this nice cabin near Shaver Lake over Thanksgiving. We were two families with 4 kids, it was perfect for the eight of us. Nestled between tall trees the place is quite and peaceful. Very close to Camp Edison on Shaver Lake which is a great place to spend the day. Thank you Jamie for making our stay comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Vikrant- Thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice review! Happy to hear you had a great stay. Summer is a great time to visit..come back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Great family time!
Can't wait for our next visit!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Emily, we would love for you to come and stay again!! Thank you for the nice review and apologies for the very delayed reply!

8/10 Good

Tim W., Hesperia, CA

Had everything!
Great cabin for four. Everyone had their own bed!🙂👍 did not have sleep on the floor with pad.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks Tim! We appreciate you taking the time to review. Glad you had a nice stay!!

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey V., Carlsbad

The perfect cabin for our vacation!
The perfect cabin for our two family vacation. Cabin is clean and cozy and has plenty of space for everyone. This was our second year in a row staying here and we hope to be back for years to come.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
We would love to have you back Lindsey! Thank you for taking care of our place and so happy you enjoyed your time in Shaver:)

8/10 Good

david b.

cabin review
very comfortable, clean, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
David- Thank you for taking the time to review our place! We hope you will stay with us again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfect location and amenities for a family getaway!
I had a great feeling about this cabin from the start since correspondence with owner Jamie was so friendly and helpful! This cabin is perfect walking distance to shaver’s best hang outs, eateries and coffee shops. It is also very close to Dorabella Cove for some lake beach action-walking distance without toddlers or too much stuff. The cabin itself is truly a home away from home with all the kitchen essentials as well as washer and dryer-nice to avoid trekking dirty clothes home! The layout is awesome, with separate bedrooms, bathrooms and I love the design of the stairs. The wii ended up being such an unexpected bonus, that created a relaxing and fun family night after 3 days at the lake. The bottle of wine and toiletries were a nice touch. One thing I will definitely remember is the bbq! That thing holds its heat so very well! After cooking a tritip one night, I noticed the next morning the temp was still 200 degrees! Making me wish I would’ve thrown in some ribs or a brisket! Oh well, now I know for the next time:-) Thank you Jamie for such an awesome experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for the great review and for taking good care of our cabin!! So happy to hear you had an awesome experience and we welcome you back anytime.

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn T.

Great location and cozy cabin with all the amenities
My family stayed here for an extended weekend. It was very comfortable with plenty of beds for all our needs, a great coffee corner from which we could all serve ourselves, foosball and games upstairs for the children and a kitchen adequate for all the cooks. Best of all was a very helpful owner available to answer questions and make suggestions and a great trail guide book our hikers and runners found invaluable. Thanks for the great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Marilyn! I appreciate you booking and taking good care of our cabin. Always nice to hear about your experience, so thank you for taking the time to review!!

10/10 Excellent

Otto K., San Pedro

Great Cabin!
We really enjoyed our stay in this rental on our trip to Shaver Lake. The house is spacious, very clean, tastefully furnished, and equipped with all essentials one might need in a home away from home. Communication with the owner was fast and straight forward. They even let us come to the house before 3pm. We would return to this property if we were in the area again and definitely recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying with us Otto! We appreciate you taking good care of our cabin and the feedback. We hope you are able to stay with us again!

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel F.

Great place and excellent communication from owner... will come back
We were 2 small families and had a great time at Shaver Lake. This house has everything we needed (and more) and the owner was very helpful through the whole process... we even got a few extra perks we were not expecting. The outside grill allowed us to cook great food while hanging out on the outside deck. At the beginning we were concerned about not having wifi... now I wish we didn't even have cell phone signal. Thanks for your attentions Jamie!.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! So happy you enjoyed and we welcome you back anytime!!

10/10 Excellent

scott w.

Summer vacation
We stayed here with our kids and their friends. It was the perfect set up and location for our family. Thank you for letting us use your cabin. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for booking our place and for taking care of it. We hope you come back to visit again in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A., Redondo Beach, Ca.

Absolutely Gorgeous
We stayed here over the weekend and everything was amazing. Great decor, comfortable beds, wonderful location, and most importantly 5 star service by the owner Jamie. Jamie was quick to respond with any concerns and very flexible with our time. I would definitely recommend this cabin for your trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Tracy! We appreciate you taking the time to review our cabin. Happy you had a nice time:) Come again anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Perfect!
We stayed here Memorial Day weekend, there were 9 of us and it was perfect!!! Cozy, cute, clean, relaxing, and great location! We loved the games and other amenities the cabin had. Plenty of space for us all. And it was a short walk down to the lake! We also loved it was a short walk or drive down to nearby stores and restaurants. The fireplace came in handy, as it was cold. The kitchen had everything we needed and the washer/dryer was convenient! We all really enjoyed it!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Ashley- Thank you again for staying with us and for taking the time to leave such a nice review! I hope our paths cross again in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Second visit
This was our second stay here in as many years. We were very pleased with the entire experience. We noticed some improvements, like the new covered bbq area. The owners are very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable and will help you with anything they can. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Steve! We are happy you are pleased and appreciate you being a repeat guest! I hope we meet again!! Jamie

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Wonderful Family Cabin
Our family of 7 had a wonderful time at the Well's cabin. There was plenty of room to accommodate 3 generations. The game room/sleeping loft was a huge plus for everyone. The kitchen was spacious and well stocked; the whole house was clean. There was plenty of wood to fuel the only heat source; fireplace. We couldn't believe how well it heated the whole house and kept it warm. Jamie was very responsive and accommodated our special needs. She even left a bottle of wine to welcome us. We had fun hiking and looking for snow. There was just enough to make the kids happy. Maybe next year we will be blessed with more snow. Thank you for a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Hi Nancy, Thank you for taking the time to review our cabin! I hope you will come next winter and be able to enjoy the snow! Be sure to send me a message, as we like to do something extra special for our repeat guests!

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl L.

Very clean and nice.
Very clean and nice. Would definitely stay here next time if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Hi Sheryl, We would love to have you back! Contact me anytime:) Thank you for taking the time to leave a nice review!

8/10 Good

Carrie S.

Cute and comfy
Loved this cabin! It was in the perfect proximity to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks Carrie! Come back and visit in the summer time!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F., Paso Robles, California

Great Customer Service!
We loved our stay at the Well's cabin! We especially liked the friendly touch Jaime had with her communication. If it is important to you to have a personal touch, fast communication time, and an accommodating spirit, then this is the cabin for you. The cabin has everything you will need for a wonderful time at Shaver Lake. We plan to rent this cabin again - and we highly recommend it to you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Michelle:) Apologies for the delay! I am just realizing I am able to leave a reply here. Glad you enjoyed your stay and please do come again anytime! Summer time is wonderful in Shaver!

10/10 Excellent

bill c.

Wells Cabin
Very nice clean cabin, well set up and close to town Thanks to Jamie for sharing their nice cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks Bill! I am just realizing I can leave a reply here. I appreciate you taking the time to review the cabin. Please come again anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W., Merced, CA

Good times!
Super clean, modern decor & great location and host was very generous.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Jamie!! Always good to hear that good times were had by all!!

8/10 Good

Rob P.

Very clean and orderly. As advertised.
Nice, quite neighborhood. Easy to walk to downtown area. Recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Rob:) I am just realizing I can leave a reply here. Come back and stay again anytime. We have made several improvements since 2017!

10/10 Excellent

Tamara C., Orange County, CA

Beautiful Cabin for our family vacation! Corner lot with a wonderful deck!
This cabin has all the necessities! Comfy couches, large table for dining and games, nice size kitchen, cozy bedrooms, clean bathrooms (tub & shower), great location which is walking distance to town to dine or grab things from the market. Our favorite was sitting outside on the deck at dusk! Our family of 5 had a wonderful time staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Tamara:) I am just realizing I can leave a reply here. Come back and stay again anytime. We have made several improvements since 2017!

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M.

Loved it!
Our family stayed there. Nice large living room and the large room upstairs was a big plus. Great location, close to town and Shaver Lake. We had friends stay in camp Edison and we just bought the day pass and enjoyed the lake everyday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Ralph:) I am just realizing I can leave a reply here. Come back and stay again anytime. We have made several improvements since 2017!

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Great! We enjoyed our stay!
Clean, roomy, and close to great hikes. We loved Kaiser Peak.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and that you had some time to visit the beautiful Kaiser Peak!! Thank you for booking with us and for taking good care of our cabin. Come back anytime!