With a stay at this vacation home in Westwood (Hamilton Branch), you'll be steps from Lake Almanor and a 5-minute drive from Westwood Beach. .This beach vacation home is 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from Lassen Volcanic National Park and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Chester Park.
Lassen Volcanic National Park - 59 min drive - 44.6 km
Restaurants
Blue Ox Coffee - 13 min drive
Il Lago Pizza & Pasta - 4 min drive
Buffalo Chip's Pizza - 13 min drive
Red Onion Grill - 4 min drive
Waganupa Brewing - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Almanor Lake House, Beach, Dock and Mooring Ball.
This absolutely dreamy lakefront/view property on picturesque Big Springs Road sleeps up to 15 guests. Take in the lake and cove views from the deck and beach, or take a sunset cruise on beautiful Lake Almanor. This home is recently remodeled and redesigned. It is bursting with room for everyone. It includes a wet bar, a large deck with BBQ grill, dock, mooring ball, and lots of outdoor space. Three paddle boards, kayaks and other water toys are also included. This property has everything you need to enjoy Lake Almanor in luxury, comfort and style. This is one of two homes that sit on this property; an upper home and a lower home. The upper home is the one listed on VRBO. The upper home sits at the top portion of this lakefront lot, and the other at the lower part of the lot. You are at lakes edge and on the beach in seconds after a short walk down the driveway and pavered steps. Beautiful Lake Almanor water levels can fluctuate each year based on the snow pack at higher elevations. Our dock is typically kept accessible by boat from early May to Mid-October.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Ski
Close to skiing
Ski lift privileges
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Paddleboard
Ski lift privileges
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Reviews
Almanor Lake House, Beach, Dock and Mooring Ball. Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
1 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on Lake Almanor. The house was great for access to the water and being able to keep the boat in the water. The bunk room downstairs was awesome for the teenagers.
Amanda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
marilyn r.
20 Aug 2025
marilyn r.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Valerie M., Reno, NV
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures do not do this home justice!!! Plus John is the best host we’ve ever had - responsive, helpful, and over the top kind. House was clean and perfect for our three families!The kids loved the downstairs sleeping area! We will be back again!
Valerie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Terri O.
21 Jul 2025
Terri O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dennie M.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
LOVE this place.
Perfect get away for family’s or friends. It was far and beyond our expectations. Dined in all 3 nights and ate on the deck. Kayaked … water was great. Thank you John!
Dennie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard H.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
vacation
Great access to lake and dock. Close to golf course and nice restaurants. Sun heats up the house a bit from 3-6 pm so bring a fan
Richard H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachel R.
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had such a great time at Lake Almanor! The house was perfect for our family and John was so responsive and checked in with us to make sure everything was great! We will definitely be going back!
Rachel R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Bari B.
2 Jun 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
4 generations at the lake
We rented this property for a wedding celebration and had great grandparents, grandparents, parents and kids. The location at the lake was fantastic and it was also close to Bailey Creek golf course. Our only frustration was that the staircase to the basement was very difficult for older people and small children.
Bari B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vasiliy K.
4 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter stay
Had a great time at this house with friends. House was clean and spacious. We had couple feet of snow, which was great also.
Vasiliy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
JOSH P.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
JOSH P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise T.
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Very nice house with lots of room. Several toys. Access to the beach. We enjoyed our stay very much. Everyone loved the downstairs video game.
Louise T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meredith Q.
8 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star Rental All The Way!
We got lucky and were able to book this amazing home for the 4th of July weekend. It was a great location on the lake. The house was only a 10 minute drive to the quaint town of Chester. The pictures of the home do not do it justice. It is so cute and the kids loved the downstairs "bunk house". The views from the back porch were very pretty and being able to use the dock and play in the water was so much fun for us and the kids. We highly recommend this home.
Meredith Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yolaunda L.
5 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
This was our first time at Lake Almanor, and it was perfect! We did our first full family vacation! My husband and I, our youngest (8), oldest (21) her husband (26) and four grandbabies (6,5,2,6m)! The house was perfect! The downstairs was perfect for the kids! The built in beds were so fun for them, and had little touches like a dimmable lantern for a night light! There was space for them to run around, and they loved the multi-arcade game, as did my son-in-law. There is a small room down there with a queen bed, that my daughter and husband used, just to be closer to the kids at night. The spiral staircase is very steep, but even the 2 year old walked them just fine. There is a babygate at the stairs for safety!
The main floor was a good family space. Dining table was big enough to fit all of us and the kitchen was stocked with anything we needed! Main bedroom was a good size and the bed was extremely comfortable! We used the uostairs bathrrom to shower but did not sleep there. It was the hotest area in the house but still beautifully done. Bathers are very nice as well and water pressure was great. The deck was nice with beautiful views. Nice table to eat and and outside furniture around the fire-pit. I sat out there every morning with my coffe and drinking mimosas! The lake was great. Sandy area the kids could play in, with supplied toys! The dock was nice and great for the kids to jump off of. The hosts are fantastic. Very responsive and accommodating. Definitely recommen
Yolaunda L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet S.
24 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation!
We had the best family trip here. The house was great and location right on the lake. They had a private beach and a lot of water toys for all ages. We were able to rent a pontoon boat a couple of miles away for one day. Great outdoor deck with a grill, fire pit and table. We highly recommend it - we had our whole family of 12 there!
Janet S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
18 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Almanor does not disappoint!
Great location for anglers and families. Super easy access to lake and a great outdoor gas fire pit on the deck to share fishing stories.
John and his wife were awesome host.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elaina Z.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
We had a wonderful rainy Labor Day weekend. We had 13 people. 10 adults two teenager and and 1 11 year old. Kids loved the vintage video game! It was raining and super chilly but we enjoyed the easy lake access! We hope to come back next summer. We cooked a ton. Kitchen was small but had most things we needed. If you are a serious cook bring some basics! House was tight because we were all inside but when the rain stopped and we were able to get outside it was perfect!
Elaina Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Therese K.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin and loca
We had a wonderful family reunion at this cabin. There was some noise and dust from construction on the first day only, but the owner resolved them immediately and the rest of the week was perfect. The lake access was good. We especially enjoyed the two kayaks and two paddle boards that were included!
Therese K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Marion F.
16 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Our best lake experience so far!
This house was perfect for our family of 4 adults and 2 children. Access to the lake was very good (kind of a difficult walk down to the water, but it looks like the owners are planning to put in a better walkway), and the availability of 2 kayaks and a pedal boat and a big floaty in the cove was great. It was nice to have the sandy beach and chairs down by the water. Restaurants, groceries, and a marina with boat rentals was just minutes away. We also biked on the nearby Lake Almanor Recreation Trail, which was delightful. We even discovered that a hospital with an ER was available just minutes away in Chester! The only downside was that there is not much of a lake view from the house itself, but the cove with sandy beach made up for it. The house was beautifully furnished and decorated. The kids loved the game table and bunk bed room. A wonderful time was had by all!
Marion F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cathy K.
8 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the beach house
A few minor things but told the owner about it….wasn’t aware of the construction going on next door! Dusty and noisy a couple days! Go on vacation for peace and quiet but bobcat etc started working at 6:30 am! We really enjoyed being with our family from Texas to Napa to Redding to Salem….. needed 2 places … we would have liked being together but….26 is a big party!
Cathy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth R.
28 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming and wonderful
We love the slower pace and natural beauty of Lake Almanor and our stay in this neighborly cove did not disappoint. The owners were welcoming, responsive, and generous which made us feel more than comfortable sharing a lot, dock and lake access with them. Plenty of space for 2 families of 5 with room to spare. We enjoyed great meals from the local restaurants as well. We will be back!
Beth R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
23 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront Property with comfortable accommodations.
Perfect location. Beachfront property, close to gas, store, golf course and restaurants The basement game room was perfect for the kids. Full bathrooms on all three floors was very nice for family. No issues with the home at all, just had to relax and have fun.
Paul S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tammie S.
18 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and cove!
Large clean accommodating home for a big family. Comfortable beds and 3 full bathrooms; one on each level. The trek to the cove was a little steep. Great communication with the owner. Our family had a wonderful time making memories at Almanor during our stay!
Tammie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stan S.
13 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Fun
Lovely home for a family vacation. Plenty of activitiess for all ages..
Stan S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Carolyn A.
30 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Lake Vacation
The Lake House was perfect for oir big family. The location was perfect. Just a quick walk onto a sandy beach with water toys and a great dock. John was so accomodating and answered my questions with a quick reply. A welcome baskey was waiting for us with wine and lots of goodies which was so very nice. It was our first time at Lake Almanor and we fell in love with it. Will definitely be returning. Thank you John and Susan for a great time..Carolyn & Steve