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Murphys cottage rental - 3 acre serene peaceful lake stocked with fish.
3 acre serene peaceful lake stocked with fish.
  • Murphys cottage rental - 3 acre serene peaceful lake stocked with fish.
    Cosy & convenient itchen and dining area
    Living room has sliding glass door to deck and sectional has queen size bed.
    Charming air conditioned bedroom
    Cute Ranch Cottage
    View from main house overlooking meadow with mountains in the background
  • Murphys cottage rental - Ducks enjoying the cool water on a warm sunny dayin one of the rest areas
    Beautiful spring flowers in the garden
    Back yard as Star looks on waiting for a treat.
    2nd BR with trundle beds & view of back yard
    Majestic Sun setting in the spring.
    Fantastic fall colors in rest area near Fellowship Hall & overlooking lake.
  • Murphys cottage rental - Wild turkeys enjoying their evening snack
    One of the beautiful scenes to be enjoyed on the pleasant hiking trails
 
Murphys cottage rental - 3 acre serene peaceful lake stocked with fish.

3 acre serene peaceful lake stocked with fish.

Cosy & convenient itchen and dining area

Cosy & convenient itchen and dining area

Living room has sliding glass door to deck and sectional has queen size bed.

Living room has sliding glass door to deck and sectional has queen size bed.

Charming air conditioned bedroom

Charming air conditioned bedroom

Cute Ranch Cottage

Cute Ranch Cottage

View from main house overlooking meadow with mountains in the background

View from main house overlooking meadow with mountains in the background

Ducks enjoying the cool water on a warm sunny dayin one of the rest areas

Ducks enjoying the cool water on a warm sunny dayin one of the rest areas

Beautiful spring flowers in the garden

Beautiful spring flowers in the garden

Back yard as Star looks on waiting for a treat.

Back yard as Star looks on waiting for a treat.

2nd BR with trundle beds & view of back yard

2nd BR with trundle beds & view of back yard

Majestic Sun setting in the spring.

Majestic Sun setting in the spring.

Fantastic fall colors in rest area near Fellowship Hall & overlooking lake.

Fantastic fall colors in rest area near Fellowship Hall & overlooking lake.

Wild turkeys enjoying their evening snack

Wild turkeys enjoying their evening snack

One of the beautiful scenes to be enjoyed on the pleasant hiking trails

One of the beautiful scenes to be enjoyed on the pleasant hiking trails

  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps6
  • 1 Bathroom
 
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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath, (Sleeps 4-6)

Located in historic Vallecito, California, Sierra Gold country on 217 privately owned acres set aside as a santuary for people and animals. This home away from home is furnished for your comfort and pleasure. Enjoy the view of flowers and wildlife amoungst mountain ridges, while relaxing on the front porch. Looking for serenity, nature hikes, adventure, sight seeing, fishing and fun activities? If so, this is the place for you! It hosts a lake stocked with fish, seasonal creeks, walking trails, ranging from easy meditation spots to more challenging hikes. A delight for photographers, bird watchers, rock hounds and nature lovers who desire to get away from the busy life and just relax. Located across from Moaning Cavern, within 15 minutes from Columbia state Park, Ironstone Vineyards and 24 additional tasting rooms, caverns, reserviors, mountains, gold mining towns, antique shops. In winter downhill and cross country skiing are within a 30 minute drive; in summer, boating and water skiing are fabulous in New Melones Lake. There are numerous casual and fine dining establishments, shopping, concerts, live theatre, fishing, rafting, gold prospecting and much more. There are many regular scheduled events, the first friday of December, join Murphys' residents in an old fashion Christmas parade and open house on Main Street at 5PM. The Calaveras county Fair and Frog Jump is the 3rd weekend of May, and the Octoberfest and grape stomp are held in October. We also have a fun street fair and parade for Murphys Irish Days in March, plus many other regular scheduled events.

Keywords: Private, acreage, ranch property, gold prospecting, wine tasting, Murphys, retreats, wedding venues, reunions, hiking, skiing, fishing, nature, adventure

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About Margaret Jensen

I love nature & the country and have enjoyed water sports, gold prospecting, photography & wild life so when we came across this property it was near Lake Melones, had seasonal creeks with a small lake and had so much of what I love. The land is composed of gold mining claims and a Homestead. This beautiful property has much history and is being developed into a Biblical Garden. Many trees, Trails & meditation sites have been added for the enjoyment of visitors and to attract birds,, butterflies and other wild life. There is also a fellowship hall and a small chapel. The property has been used for Weddings, Baptisms, Prayer Meetings, Day retreats, family reunions, school group outings, Passover & other Religious celebrations and much more. The use of the Fellowship Hall, outdoor stage and other areas are available for events with or without the rental of the vacation rentals. The development of the Biblical Garden is an ongoing proess with new sites and trails being added. This property is great for those wanting to get away, relax, enjoy time with nature and get back in touch with themselves and loved ones. Many have come only to find that they love it here so much that they keep coming back and have become great friends of ours. We look forward to meeting you.

Margaret Jensen purchased this cottage in 1989

18 Reviews of Property 327597 in Murphys, California

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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
average rating of 4.8 based on 18 reviews
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
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Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
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Loved it

Submitted: March 8, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
"Thank You so much... but I didn't really like it here I Loved it! You have a beautiful property and verry friendly animals."
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
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Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
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Very Cozy & Calming

Very Cozy & Calming
Submitted: February 25, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
"Thank you Margaret for having us here - and the yummy cookies ( : It's a very cozy and calming place."
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
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+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
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Wonderful time

Submitted: February 25, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
"Had a wonderful time. Only wish we had more time to explore. Star was our favorite part! Thanks!"
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p327597vb
+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
Seattle, WA
5

Solo Getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: February 6, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
I needed a few days to just getaway from the everyday stuff that was going on in my life. I needed a time to think, pray, be alone, and figure out things. This vacation rental was the perfect place for that! I thoroughly enjoyed my time there at the Serenity Cottage in Murphys! Margaret made sure I had everything I needed, and keeps the place up just wonderfully! There is a lot of land to explore and hike/walk around. The little cottage was just perfect, with full amenities, everything needed for a short stay! I would definitely come back again and recommend it to friends.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p327597vb
+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
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Birthday Getaway

Submitted: September 3, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
"Super low-key & relaxing. Breakfast outdoors on back patio w/Zippy, Star & the turkeys were most memorable! Star loves carrots & scratches; Zippy likes milk."
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p327597vb
+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
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Family Getaway

Submitted: September 3, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
"Thanks for the blessed adventure."
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p327597vb
+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
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Photographer's Delight

Photographer's Delight
Submitted: August 9, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
"We had a lovely weekend and wished we had more time to visit and photograph the horse and barn and the quail and turkerys! Thank you for your kind hospitality."
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p327597vb
+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
California
4

A hidden Delight

4 of 5
Submitted: August 5, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
What a cute little place and Margaret is great! I rented this place for a quick little family get away. Mind you it is missing some everyday items like cable, internet and phone service but it is perfect to spend quality time with your loved ones. Zippy the cat is a lover and Star the horse is sweet. We loved feeding and petting Star. I would have given this a higerh rating if it was up-to-date (much older house, appliances, no cable,no fan in the day bed room, etc) but I would stay there again. Thank you again Margaret for the great trip and wonderful conversations!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Thank you Amanda. It was great to meet you and some of your family. So glad everyone had a great time. Although all the appliances are new with the exception of the range and refrigerator which are a few years old but clean and in good working order, we welcome your comments and have added a fan in the day bed room so that our guests will be as comfortable as possible. We look forward to seeing you again.
business
Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p327597vb
+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
Garden Grove, CA
5

A "For Star" Experience!

A "For Star" Experience!
5 of 5
Submitted: July 10, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
As the photos indicate - this is a retreat away from the bustle of the road & cities. And although you'll need your car to get to this "out of the city" location - the only traffic jams you'll find are among the squirrels fighting for the acorns! It felt like we took a step back in California History and enjoyed peace & nature at it's best. This is a quaint vacation cottage that provides the basic comforts of home - and for those who need to know - that means "un-plugged" for the most part. Upon arrival, the thoughtful owner surprised us with her home baked goodies -- just like a good friend welcoming you to your new neighborhood!

Next trip - my husband & I will plan to book more than two nights - and use this as a "home base" for travels rather than staying at other locations up/down Hwy. 49 as day trips can easily take us to wineries North & South, Historic sites & up to the Calaveras Trees to return "home" for a quiet rest at night. And bring your "star gazing map & telescope" to enjoy nights stargazing under a clear & stellar sky! Of course, the entire experience will entice you to return -- the sunsets, our new best equine friend "Star" and the morning bird songs calling us back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+
business
Serenity Haven Cottage, 217 Acres, Lake, Skiing,Fishing,Trails
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p327597vb
+1 209 736-0287
Murphys Gold Country & High Sierra
Reno
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Bert and Bev, retired couple

4 of 5
Submitted: May 17, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
TheTom turkey and his flock were fun to watch, and the cat is crazy! We also saw some western tanagers on the red hot poker flowers. All in all, a very enjoyable four days.
Recommended for:  Age 55+
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