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The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay-Pet Friendly, Private Deck, Dock & Kayaks

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Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6142.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay-Pet Friendly, Private Deck, Dock & Kayaks

Relaxing and quiet lake front cottage on Clear Lake, located adjacent to the Soda Bay hot springs. The private deck, dock offers an excellent panoramic view which is perfect for bird watching and taking in the beautiful evening sunsets. It’s also a fisherman’s paradise. Don’t forget your pole. The area is also fantastic for kayaking and paddle boarding in your backyard. We have two kayaks available that we offer to our guests. Wine taste in the Red Hills Ava which is known for their Cabernet Sauvignon or hike at the Clearlake State Park.

Property manager

Nicole Fraser

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,536 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay
The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay (Private Deck Dock)

About the area

Map
Kelseyville, CA

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Redbud Park - 28 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Austin Park - 30 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Mount Konocti - 55 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kelsey Creek Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Richmond Park Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Saw Shop Gallery Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Coffee - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Riviera Hills Restaurant & Lounge - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay-Pet Friendly, Private Deck, Dock & Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay-Pet Friendly, Private Deck, Dock & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay-Pet Friendly, Private Deck, Dock & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay-Pet Friendly, Private Deck, Dock & Kayaks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kelseyville holiday home is steps from Clear Lake and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Clear Lake State Park. Chacewater Wine and Olive Mill and Wildhurst Vineyards Tasting Room are also within 9 miles (15 km).

The Lake Cottage on Soda Bay-Pet Friendly, Private Deck, Dock & Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrice D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for stargazing!
My spouse and I wanted to stay in this area to stargaze with our basic telescope. The cottage has a beautiful view of the sky. A couple of bowls in the cupboard has been put away without being cleaned first, but our stay was otherwise great. Nicole was very responsive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

joshua r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
What’s there not to like about this property?! Everything you could need is at your fingertips. They two kayaks were perfect for my wife and I. Launching them from the private dock was amazing! There is also a little hot spring less than a minute kayak ride from the dock! We brought our own groceries and the house had everything else we needed. We enjoyed all of our meals outside and had a wonderful time using the fire cooking bbq. The welcome binder was extremely informative with a lot of great info! Host left some surprise welcome gifts as well! All in all, highly recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KRISTOPHER M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views of Soda Bay
We came into town for our friends Labor Day party and were able to rent this amazing cottage right on the water. The views from the back deck are absolutely gorgeous! House a very spacious lay out with two good sized bathrooms and a really nice kitchen. We were able to BBQ dinner one night while taking in the lake views. Will hopefully stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Djamal D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Nice weekend by the lake Great fishing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T., San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great location, very responsive hosts. Water level was too high to use the dock
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LEAH M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Lakehouse & Great Location
Excellent communication. Place was nice and clean and had pretty much everything you would need. Lake view was gorgeous but unfortunately the algae blooms made the water unswimmable. Other than that, we were able to enjoy the kayaks and had a wonderful time here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole U.

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July
Property was as described. Host communication was great. Overall it was a nice place for the price. Issues we had that made this not a 5 star stay: 1. The AC unit is old and must have been off for some time as it pumped hot air the first few hours and took a full 24 hours to cool the house down somewhat. Fans were very limited and didn’t work great. Vents are only located in the center of the house so bedrooms and front living room were very hot. The AC unit could not keep up, we melted the entire stay. 2. Normally this would have been ok, as we were hoping to be swimming in the lake to cool off. However the algae along the shoreline was really thick and continued to be thick at least 20 yards off the dock, so swimming was out of the question. We thought being early in the summer season, the algae would not have been this bad already. We know it gets bad in August. 3. The fishing situation was not ideal because of all the algae. The lines kept getting stuck. 4. The fridge was not cold initially and we had to transfer all of our food back to coolers the first day. Not sure if it was off before we arrived and it needed time to cool down in the heat wave, we made it work with our coolers but not ideal. 5. The gas grill shown in one of the property pictures is not operational. There is a charcoal and wood burning grill available (also shown in pics) but we didn’t have charcoal with us the first night and had to cook indoors which made the house even hotter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway
Beautiful property right on the Lake. The property is clean with a nicely appointed kitchen. The opportunities to enjoy so many aspects of nature were endless. Kayaking at Sunrise was a delightful experience on our 48th Wedding Anniversary.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location Cute House
We stayed here for 4 days, and had the best time. We were able to dock our boat at the private dock behind the house, and we fished from the dock every day. Would recommend kayaking in the morning, as it was so peaceful and the water was so still. The house itself was so cute. We loved the wine that was left for us by the owners (thank you)! Will definitely plan another trip again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeport Firefighter Conference
We stayed here to attend a firefighter conference. After long days of physical training it was great to come back to such a relaxing and clean property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

wendy s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view
Very cute home,right on the lake, very comfortable and gorgeous views.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myesha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
This home was just amazing, cute very clean, great area! The owners were very pleasant. We were welcomed with wine and a nice card. I thank you again for allowing my family to enjoy your beautiful home. God bless!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Soda bay house
Was really nice rained first 4 days we were there
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway - Beautiful view
What a wonderful stay for a post Christmas/New Years getaway! The weather wasn't perfect but it didn't matter since the house was warm and comfortable, there were lots of games and puzzles and one only needed a hot beverage (also provided) to relax and enjoy the view of the lake. The house was clean, updated and the beds were comfortable. We had fun in the kayaks once the weather cleared up. The welcome wine was a wonderful touch as well. Thank you thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I enjoyed our stay in this cute, clean cottage . Beautiful location with all the comforts of home. The hosts were incredibly hospitable and responsive to questions. The fenced in yard was nice for our dogs to play end the views were gorgeous. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natarajan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay at the lake
Nice spot right on the lake. Our stay was only a couple of days at the end of a longer vacation. Lots of things to explore during a longer stay. Enjoyed our stay though. Contacted the host a couple of times and he was very quick to respond and very helpful. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H., San Jose, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Kayak on Soda Bay
Great property for a small group and dogs. Greeted by nice wines. Fabulous to have waterfront and be able to slip their kayaks right in the water. Clean and quiet property. Relaxing yard and deck. Spotted an otter, herons, and egrets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rejuvenating Weekend Away
My family (self, husband, 10yr old, and dog) had a deeply relaxing stay at this perfectly located cottage. The views overlook the private dock, expanse of the lake and mountains beyond. A nearby wetland became ideal for bird watching all day long and a short paddle away and we could watch the bubbling action of natural volcanic springs. It was a perfect getaway to play games, paddle board and kayak, and spend time with family. The hosts were responsive and very welcoming with local wine.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P., Redwood City

Liked: Cleanliness
Made for those balmy nights watching the sunset and the stars rise
My favorite spot was looking back to the house and seeing Mt Konocti looming above. But there was also a young family of Northern Goshawks (I think) eager for their parents to come home with supper - an amazing sight and and sound. Sunsets were amazing and we caught a few of the laggard Perseids as they skipped off the atmosphere. For city dwellers seeing the night sky where there is no light pollution is an indelible memory and visual feast of fascination and exploration.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
July stay at the Cottage
This was a great location for our family to spend time together. Our hosts left interesting historical information and recommendations for nearby resturants and sights. They even left a wine selection that we enjoyed and other convienient "creature comforts". The cottage is near geothermal features of the lake. We enjoyed all of the abunant wildlife such as the Osprey nest right above the neighbor's house. It was a couple hour drive to the coast for the day and an easy drive to explore closer towns. We enjoyed our get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zinaida B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Teen getaway
I took my daughter and 4 of her friends to Clear Lake to relax and get away. We had prefect weather while we were visiting so it was fantastic. We used the kayaks that were at the house and we brought two paddle boards. They had a great time paddling and swimming all day long. The bedroom/bathroom arrangement was prefect. The kids had their space and I had mine. Sunsets and sunrises were spectacular. Also lots of birds to watch. We were able to make simple meals in the kitchen, it had everything we needed. A prefect short getaway for all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Lake Spot!!
Beautiful location Lots of room Thoughtful hosts Amazing birds Use of kayaks Great dock
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paloma P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful Laketime
The photographs don't do it justice! There was ample space, 2 living areas, and the rooms were a great size. The house was clean and fully stocked with everything you need including pots and pans, pasta strainer, can opener, Keurig coffee maker, even a smore making machine! The appliances were all newer and worked very well. The showers and water pressure was great, and the view onto the lake was amazing. The kids had a ball, and the deck was nice to sit on and watch them swim from. There is a little store about 2 minutes away in case you forgot something. Scott was fast to respond and very helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend
Our hosts were so accommodating. The house was excellent and the neighbors were great. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023