Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips
Member discount illustration

Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in

Sign in
Learn about Expedia Rewards
Feedback
Entire home

Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat

Cottage in Applegate with kitchen and balcony

Photo gallery for Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat

Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Nestled in the Sierra foothills, this charming cottage offers a serene escape with a private patio and fire pit. Enjoy evenings surrounded by tall pine and oak trees, or explore local wineries, micro-breweries, and art studios just minutes away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41130 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat

Cottage in Applegate with kitchen and balcony
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Heron Quiet Retreat Auburn
Heron Cottage - Quiet Retreat Auburn
Heron Cottage - Quiet Retreat Cottage
Heron Cottage - Quiet Retreat Cottage Auburn

About the area

Map
Meadow Vista, CA

What's nearby

  • Meadow Vista Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ridge Golf Club - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Gold Country Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Lake Clementine - 12 min drive - 14.7 km
  • DarkHorse Golf Club - 21 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 14 min drive
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ikeda's - ‬10 min drive
  • Starbucks
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Meadow Vista Park, Lake Combie and Auburn State Recreation Area. Codfish Creek Trail and Placer County Visitor Information Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Heron Cottage - Tranquil Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Trip

A lovely house on a lovely part of the country
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Perfect house! Cute, clean and organized with clear instructions for everything. We loved it here! One of my favorite rentals.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place to get away

This place was so clean, cozy, and in a great location. Check-in and check-out were super easy. We had everything we needed. They thought of everything: coffee bar, extra throw blankets, stacked wood ready to be used inside and for the outdoor firepit. The outdoor patio area was beautiful and private.The beds were very comfortable too!Thank you for a great place to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanille L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We enjoyed staying here so much. It was truly relaxing and peaceful. Highly recommend to anyone needing a getaway. Very clean and has everything you could ever need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Sixth time at this wonderful cottage. Highly recommended. Everything you need. Great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding property.

Outstanding property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Fantastic Experience with Tremendously Kind Hosts

Chris and Rick were attentive to every single need of ours to make this the most enjoyable family reunion/vacation ever! They were more than accommodating. We loved every second of our stay. We enjoyed the beautiful cottage with every single thing we needed stocked, and the backyard BBQ, sitting out by the firepit, enjoying conversation with family members. We cannot say enough great things about what a wonderful experience this was. We will definitely return! Pat and Tim
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

The cottage was adorable and incredibly relaxing. I loved sitting on the patio and listening to the birds. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay

We had a great time at this peaceful property. We definitely plan on making a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meadow Vista

Very lovely quiet cottage in the woods. The owners are great and the cottage has everything you might need for a vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent in all respects

The cottage was beautiful, well appointed, great outdoor areas, comfortable bed, and in a very quite location. I look forward to staying again in my next trip to the area.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Property

Heron Cottage is truly a tranquil retreat! Chris and Rick are experts in the hospitality department. They have made Heron's Cottage a very special place that is warm and welcoming. Like the other reviews, we found the cottage to be very clean with much attention to detail. Heron's Cottage is by far the most enjoyable rental we have stayed in. If you need a place to stay in this area, this is the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

We had such an amazing time at this peaceful little stay! The pictures don’t do it justice, the home was clean and in such an amazing location! We loved the wrap around patio looking out into the woods and all the lovely touches our host had. Everything was well stocked and everything we needed was stocked in the kitchen! Rick and Chris were great host and even reached out to us when we forgot something from our stay. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway location!

This cozy cabin is the perfect place! The attention to detail on everything is unbelievable. It absolutely has everything you could need for your get away. Owner was very friendly. Looking forward to going back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immaculately clean, well appointed & maintained

Hosts show pride of ownership in every aspect of the property. Looks like new, super clean, nicely decorated. Their attention to detail in providing for their guests is extraordinary. Property includes fully equipped kitchen, multiple tables and chairs on the expansive deck, a fire pit, a propane BBQ, and even hiking gear. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely the perfect spot. The hosts Rick and Chris are very sweet and communicative. The house itself is well thought out and has all the things you could possibly think of. Sitting out on the back patio, drinking a cup of coffee and listening to the birds was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy Y., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

It’s always a fabulous time at Heron Cottage. Easily our favorite local getaway. This property lacks nothing. Rick and Chris are the greatest hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a beautiful, clean and we'll maintained cottage in the middle of the woods amongst the foothills of the Sierra Mountains in Northern California. We have traveled the world and rarely had such comfortable accommodations anywhere.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcome & Settle

What a relaxing stay with very gracious hosts. The property allowed us to feel the comfort of home in a very tranquil yet convenient setting. Thank you so much and yes, we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meadow Vista Cottage

It was a small quiet cottage in the woods. Just lovely🌲🌳
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Heron Cottage was a true retreat! Rick and Chris were amazing hosts. The pictures don't do Heron Cottage justice! It was a lovely home with so many special touches, fresh flowers on the table and a wonderfully stocked kitchen. Everything from the linens to the dishes was excellent quality. We are trying to find another time to get back there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent & Refreshing Cottage

Beautiful, cozy, and very well cared for property, inside and out. Rick and Chris made the cottage very warm and welcoming, giving attention and thought to every detail. My wife and I had a relaxing and refreshing time during our stay. The surrounding area of Meadow Vista, and the whole Sierra foothills, are an idyllic setting. We hope to return for another stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in the trees. Quiet. Well equipped.

We enjoyed Heron Cottage. The location is quiet, clean, and close to a lot of different activities. The kitchen is well equipped, the outdoor seating and fire pit were enjoyable, the feeling of being in the trees was lovely. The house is cute and well taken care of. Everything was clean, labeled, and well organized. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy Y., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding mountain retreat

There is no other place I’ve returned to 4 times for weekend getaways. Heron Cottage is perfect. There really isn’t anything that could be improved. The hosts are very kind and thoughtful, and everything is in order. This cabin is spacious, very well appointed, comfortable and peaceful. I highly recommend making a reservation and exploring surrounding areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Working and Refreshing Retreat

This was the second time few co-workers from Sacramento meet for a few days on a working business retreat away from daily interuptions. One of us wanted to go home to his family at night which worked well since it was only about a 40 minute commute. The place is very well furnished and clean. There is lots of natural light inside and nice outdoor seating areas. I suspect we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024