The fairy/Christmas lights that were already set up were a great and romantic touch. We had a wonderful valentine's weekend at the cabin and greatly enjoyed the peace and quiet. The only downside was that the cooking stove didn't work at all (but I brought my Coleman as backup), and previous occupants did a poor job of cleaning up after their dog so the surrounding area was basically a dog-poop-land-mine-field.

It’s a rustic cabin with no running water, but we do so love it! Our dogs loved the river access and exploring the smells and sights around the cabin and up to the old Ski Bowl. Kudos for the new kitchen flooring and improved outdoor table and benches. The back porch seems to be a work in progress and is boarded up. There isn’t a cleaning service between stays, so please clean and tidy up before you leave. We wiped down the kitchen cabinets and walls and window sills in the kitchen and dining area. We so wish there was a mop there–we would gladly have mopped the floors too.

This was beautiful. The weather was perfect, and the river right outside the main door of the cabin was refreshing. We were there 2 weeks before the opening of the season for the area, so most grocery stores were closed that were near (Only open Thursday-Sunday during the closed season.) The place was pretty clean considering that no one had been there for months. Our family left some board games, and books for guests to enjoy, and we did a little cleanup of the grounds and house. The only downfall was that the outhouse was horrible. It was so full and the smell so bad we had to drive back to Whistling Jacks to use the port-a-potties. Other than the outhouse everything was great. We will definitely be returning next year. I would even pay more if they added running water and flushing toilets.

It's a rustic cabin situated right on American River. There is a lot to love! The location, nearby hiking and adventure, relative remoteness, starry skies at night... However, there are some deferred maintenance issues that need addressed. The oven does not work; only the broiler element comes on, and even then, not very hot. We made do with the small electric toaster oven. The large burner on the stove does not work and needs replaced/re-wired. Stones and mortar at the kitchen door have failed and it is unsafe. The exterior light on the outhouse never comes on. The light in the outhouse was burned out, but we replaced with a yellow LED bulb we found in the kitchen. User fees are supposed to fund cabin repairs, but I don't see routine maintenance being done year to year (having rented the cabin for a few consecutive years now).

Had a wonderful time at the cabin, just me and my elderly father! Outhouse is very rustic and no running water was a small challenge but, overall, the cabin is cozy and comfortable. Plenty of cups, utensils, pots/pans, and even had a microwave! The property had lots of firewood too so we cooked over the open flames for most of our meals. Beautiful surroundings and the sound of the rushing river was relaxing- great spot for a fun weekend!

The cabin is cute and well stocked with toilet paper & matches. The wood stove burns thru wood really quickly do bring more than you think you'll need. The latch for the hook & eye to lock the latrine is broken so privacy is guarded by whatever heavy item you can find to hold the door shut. The mattress in the main bedroom is stained ( gross! Please get a plastic mattress cover for the bed!) so we covered with blankets. So nice to have electricity in the cabin! Lots of pots, pans, utensils & plates in kitchen. Its adorable and well located. Parking was a sheet of ice so bring microspikes! I left a flannel backed plastic tablecloth to protect the pretty wood table. Overall great place, just needs a little more love.

Best choice if you are looking for a time out of the routine, without mobile signal and internet, enjoying the nature in a cozy rustic house :)

Glad to be back at the cabin after the Schneider spring fire. I put up new curtains in the kitchen and put the older curtains from the kitchen into the bedroom because the people who were there last had covered up the back window they didn't like the Cafe window opening. So now the downstairs windows are dragonfly themed. Put a new stove burner pans made the stove look a whole lot better. We were without power from Monday at about two till Tuesday morning at about two. It's a 14 mile drive up the pass if you are an AT&T customer to get a Signal.

The cabin was great, clean, comfortable. The wood was very wet, hard to keep the fire going.

Great place to relax!! Accommodations for 2 are perfect! Lack of privacy inside would make it challenging for more adults, but looks great for kids. From the main road, the area surrounding the cabin was very icy! Be prepared to park at the kiosk along Bumping River Road. Looking forward to coming back again in the summer! Remember to bring an axe to chop firewood!