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Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat

Lakefront vacation home with a sauna and a hot tub

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub

Explore the area

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Lake Elsinore, CA
  • Place, Lake Elsinore
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Skull Canyon Zipline
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Elsinore City Hall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ontario, CA (ONT-Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Elsinore

Located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lake Elsinore, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Lake Elsinore City Hall. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Elsinore - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Skull Canyon Zipline - 9 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Lake Elsinore City Hall - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Lake Elsinore Casino - 12 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Lake Elsinore Storm, The Diamond - 12 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Perris Station - 22 min drive
  • Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Comal - ‬5 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.

Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat

New Listing! Welcome to your Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat. This Ultra Private, Corner Lot Home completely surrounded by large mature trees and backs up to the Cleveland National Forest. This spacious estate will host your Family Vacation or Small Group. This Single Level "Ranch Style" property sitting on well over an acre of land boasts an expansive backyard with loads of things to entertain for everyone as it is designed for the perfect "Staycation."

Under the massive Backyard Patio feature, we've created outdoor seating/dining for up to 16 people. There is also a large BBQ island featuring a Natural Gas BBQ, a beverage refrigerator and an outdoor cooktop for entertaining outdoors overlooking the beautiful hillside surroundings.

Pamper your family or group with the Large "Cedaroma" Hot Sauna, with seating for up to 12 people. Just outside the Sauna you can heat up the evening chill with our Large 10 person Jacuzzi Spa, which overlooks the large 6 Hole Putting Green, great entertainment for the whole Family or Group.

Nestled within the trees on the rear banks of the property is a Large lighted Treehouse for the kids overlooking the entire backyard and our newly installed Natural Rock Waterfall and 6 Hole Putting Green. Water cascading down the slope, adding a natural ambience to your experience of this beautiful outdoor space.

At the base of the Waterfall, we've installed a Natural Gas Firepit with enough seating for your entire group to sit around the fire telling stories, making S'Mores and making memories. (Please bring your own firewood and Fire Starter) Adjacent to the firepit you can test your skills in the Horseshoe pit.

Inside we have designed a custom Game Room with Billiards and Ping Pong with a 75" HD Smart TV with Netflix. Throughout the home is 1000 MBPS WIFI.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Table tennis

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)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Registration Number 65-199, 002838

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Lake Elsinore, close to Lake Elsinore, Skull Canyon Zipline, and Lake Elsinore Storm, The Diamond. You'll also find Lake Elsinore City Hall and Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium nearby.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Does Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley), which is 24.2 mi away (42 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is around 26.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat?

Yes, every accommodation at Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This wonderful family retreat was everything we hoped for and more. This beautiful property has been designed, decorated and populated with everything guests (and their dogs) need to enjoy a wonderful, private getaway. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Friendly, helpful host. Lots of books, games activities. Only drawback was location of master bath and half bath were unavailable to others unless you go through the bedroom. One full bath for use to 3 bedrooms with sleeping space for 8 people was a little inconvenient
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025