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4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
. Peaceful Lakeside Home on 6 acres. This is the place you are looking for--once you come, no other rental will do. Hammond pond is a seasonal private lake that no motorized boats are allowed on. PLEASE NOTE the lake starts being drained in early July. It typically takes about 5 weeks to become unswimmable. If the snow melt is high and the ditch is continuing to fill the lake the lake should stay relatively full until 5 weeks after the ditch stops bringing the snow melt. THIS IS STILL A FABULOUS PEACEFUL PLACE. Watch the wild geese raise their young or the deer graze in the meadow.
Our home has a fully stocked Granite kitchen, Tempurpedic mattress in master, and stone fireplace (gas). This place has it all--views, trees, meadows, wildlife, walking trails (dirt road), seasonal lake for kayaking or canoes. Quaint newer home with incredible charm-- BBQ, covered porch.
Hammond pond is a seasonal 70 acre lake that attracts wildlife and local fishermen. Nestled between Mount Shasta and Black Butte to the east and the 'Eddys' to the west, abundant day hike opportunities exist. If you are not up to climbing the 14,000 ft Mount Shasta, the Pacific Crest Trail offers many easier day hikes--one of my favorites is from the top of Stewart Springs road to Deadfall Lakes--an easy, relatively flat 4 mile (one way), spectacularly beautiful hike. The 'Park's Creek' trailhead is about 30 minutes from the house.
Another gem is the McCloud Falls trail--make sure you don't miss the Middle Falls! McCloud is about 15 miles east of Mt Shasta City on Highway 89. The Falls are a few miles east of McCloud at the 'Fowler's' turnoff.
There is also a maze of dirt roads to explore that connect the homes and properties of 'Hammond Ranch'. Besides the Lake, many creeks flow through the Ranch--the Shasta River (just a stream at this point), Dale Creek and Eddy Creek. Following Dale Creek road past the house to Dale Creek, crossing Dale Creek (you have to wade) and then on to Eddy Creek offers a wonderful 8 mile round trip. Hike or mountain bike along a minimally travelled, relatively flat, bumpy dirt road. Wildflowers abound and the road winds along a hillside that offers dramatic views of Mount Shasta and the valley. You may take quads along the roads--but please observe the 15 mph speed limit on the private roads.
Whether you use our home as a base camp or a place to unwind, you will find that you don't want to leave the spell that it casts over you. When I have guests the most common thing I hear in the morning is 'How do you leave this place to go to work?' This is not just a place to stay--it is a destination!
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Our home has a fully stocked Granite kitchen, Tempurpedic mattress in master, and stone fireplace (gas). This place has it all--views, trees, meadows, wildlife, walking trails (dirt road), seasonal lake for kayaking or canoes. Quaint newer home with incredible charm-- BBQ, covered porch.
Hammond pond is a seasonal 70 acre lake that attracts wildlife and local fishermen. Nestled between Mount Shasta and Black Butte to the east and the 'Eddys' to the west, abundant day hike opportunities exist. If you are not up to climbing the 14,000 ft Mount Shasta, the Pacific Crest Trail offers many easier day hikes--one of my favorites is from the top of Stewart Springs road to Deadfall Lakes--an easy, relatively flat 4 mile (one way), spectacularly beautiful hike. The 'Park's Creek' trailhead is about 30 minutes from the house.
Another gem is the McCloud Falls trail--make sure you don't miss the Middle Falls! McCloud is about 15 miles east of Mt Shasta City on Highway 89. The Falls are a few miles east of McCloud at the 'Fowler's' turnoff.
There is also a maze of dirt roads to explore that connect the homes and properties of 'Hammond Ranch'. Besides the Lake, many creeks flow through the Ranch--the Shasta River (just a stream at this point), Dale Creek and Eddy Creek. Following Dale Creek road past the house to Dale Creek, crossing Dale Creek (you have to wade) and then on to Eddy Creek offers a wonderful 8 mile round trip. Hike or mountain bike along a minimally travelled, relatively flat, bumpy dirt road. Wildflowers abound and the road winds along a hillside that offers dramatic views of Mount Shasta and the valley. You may take quads along the roads--but please observe the 15 mph speed limit on the private roads.
Whether you use our home as a base camp or a place to unwind, you will find that you don't want to leave the spell that it casts over you. When I have guests the most common thing I hear in the morning is 'How do you leave this place to go to work?' This is not just a place to stay--it is a destination!
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Amenities at Lakeside Stone Cottage on 6 acres on Hammond--pet friendly
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests loved the peaceful and cozy environment of the property, with comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchens, and beautiful views. The wildlife and nature surroundings made their stay relaxing and enjoyable, with plans to return for future visits.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Beautiful home and location with a wonderful host.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
The Stone Cottage was everything we hoped it would be! The setting was peaceful, private, and serene. We stayed in June 2026 and the reservoir was full which added to our enjoyment.The place was clean and all of the furnishings and layout were as described in the property details. Sylvia was a wonderful host and quickly answered questions as they arose. She even let us borrow her canoe which we used to take sunset tours around the lake. We swam in the lake daily, enjoyed strolling around the 6 acres, and were captivated by the wildlife which is abundant! We enjoyed a mama deer and her two fawns grazing in the yard every day.Check in and check out we’re probably the easiest we’ve had at any rental we’ve stayed in.Next time we are in the area, we will definitely stay in the Stone Cottage!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Very good experience. Everything was clean and well kept. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking supplies. The owner was easy to get ahold of. The dogs had a great time. The property is a lot closer to the road then I realized but there were only probably 3-4 cars an hour driving by. Most drive slow so no real danger to the dogs as long as you keep an eye out. Overall it was beautiful and a great get away from our busy lives.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Overall the property was great and charming. We must have missed that it was off a dirt road, however very well maintained. Loved the property as it had all we needed. You can’t enter the water from the property, it’s just down the road.
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(305 Ratings)
Guests loved the peaceful and cozy environment of the property, with comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchens, and beautiful views. The wildlife and nature surroundings made their stay relaxing and enjoyable, with plans to return for future visits.
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