River Pines was a blessing. Like thousands of people my wife and I were evacuated from our home…read moredue to the recent Hawk Fire. We had no choice but to travel north since the freeway was closed into Reno and traffic in the north valleys was catastrophic gridlock. We had to travel north on Red Rock to 395. Through cell phone tower failure when my wife got a brief bar of reception she reached out to River Pines and Jess was amazing and was able to get us a room. We arrived there around 10:45 pm and Jess was waiting for us. The hospitality, empathy and kindness demonstrated by the owner and staff at the resort was so genuine and truly appreciated. We stayed 3 nights until we could return home once the evacuation was downgraded. Despite our circumstances the staff made our stay as pleasant as possible. My wife and I can't thank River Pines enough for being so accommodating to us. We spend a lot of time in Graeagle and the kindness shown by everyone we had contact with in the area just truly demonstrates why Graeagle is a special place.

In the middle of a family vacation at an alleged family resort, they decided to make the hot tub…read morearea +18 only. Don't fall for the trap, not family friendly... I'd recommend one of the other nearby resorts instead.

This place is absolutely wonderful! The staff approached me and my dog out front after arriving and…read morespoiled him with a pup cup and dog treat. I was thrilled to see a STARBUCKS in the lobby. The room had a good working AC that helped with the 80+ degree weather. There was a mini fridge and 2 twin beds upstairs along with a quiet fan. The pillows were comfortable and didn't leave me with an earache like most hotel pillows do. The blankets were cozy and clean. I was happy to see the grounds maintained so I didn't worry too much about my dog getting foxtails in his paws. The pool area is pretty dope with lots of options to sunbathe or hide in the shade. I was skeptical about noise because our room was facing the street but it was really quiet. They have a brewery with decent snack options and a pool table. Prices were reasonable and food was good! I hope to return during a cooler time of year. So beautiful and peaceful with the option of a couple of small friendly towns to explore.

The staff and the ambiance is always on point here, not to mention the drinks and food. The fact…read morethey let people come by who are not staying here is a pretty good deal

We have had several fabulous dinners at GEL. We live locally so we bring our out of town guests…read morehere for a meal in the pines. Lynn is a great chef and the food never disappoints. It is also the trailhead for several great hikes.

We have been visiting GEL for 26 years and every year the food staff and amenities are amazing. So…read moremany fun traditions and opportunities for adventure. Swimming in Smith Lake or a 7 mile out and back to Hidden Lake. Golf and fishing within a few minutes from your Cabin make GEL a truly special vacation destination. Looking forward to next year's trip already. .

I was there in the 1950's with my family and I've never forgotten my stay there! A treasured…read morememory from my childhood! There was so much to do and so fun for kids. We Had hay rides, horseback riding, a huge outdoor pool, a large screened in smorgasboard for lunch by the pool and hayrides with lots of singing at night! They did special shows at the end of the week that the kids took part in! So fun!!!! The lodge was old and wood - a firetrap but charming and a wonderful large dining room! It also had a large wrap around veranda with loads of chairs and rockers to just sit and enjoy nature and the surroundings!!! A wonderful golf course too! A California treasure from the past!

The bathroom floor had water coming up through it, the place was questionable in its cleanliness…read moreand the hot tub was covered in algae. Employees weren't very nice either. Not a good experience at all!

So Glad We Gave Them a Second Chance! (The Ultimate Pizza Redemption)…read more We first visited the Clio Inn last camping season, and honestly, we left with mixed feelings. While the service was top notch and the pizza sauce and toppings were fantastic, the dough itself was under seasoned, so we decided not to return. Fast forward to tonight.. We came back with the sole intention of sitting on the porch and having a couple of beers. But the universe had other plans. The moment we arrived, the hypnotic smell of pizzas drifting from inside completely broke our resolve. We gave in and ordered the Due and Proper. Oh. My. God. Am I ever glad to be proven wrong! It was absolutely amazing. The flavors completely blew me away. The dough was an absolute home run this time, perfectly seasoned, incredibly airy, and fragrant. The Clio Inn officially won us back. If you had a passable experience in the past, or if you're just looking for incredible food and stellar service, do yourself a favor and order a pizza. Magnificent!

Great little hotel, with awesome fresh homemade pizza! The staff were very friendly. The location…read moreis great right by the river. There isn't much around but that's what makes it even better. It's quiet and safe. The pizza was so good.

Absolutely beautiful!! Love the cabins…read more A wonderful getaway!! Dinner at the Bear and Butterfly at the Lodge is incredible!! Excellent dining experience and gorgeous views. The menu is incredible!!

What an incredible stay! We booked last minute to get out of town from the valley and many places…read morein the area were already booked for the weekend. Lucky for us we hit the jack pot and definitely realized after driving by all the other resorts, cabins, and inns that we ended up in the best one. Of all the other places you could tell these cabins had the best views and though close to each other still felt secluded. You have a full view of the meadow and mountains, not just the highway or another property across the road; we even saw a bunch of deer including a big buck! The whole property is also well past a golf corse so you really are tucked away. They are very dog friendly with lots of poop bags and trash cans as well a bag of treats at check in, they even will walk your dog if asked! They have free breakfast and unlike a many places it's not buffet style, they seat you and serve it up just like a typical restaurant breakfast but I wouldn't have minded a bit more variety. We can't wait to come back and stay in another cabin next time, maybe deeper in fall or even after a bit of snow; you can tell this property is breath taking any time of year.

Four of us went here for the first time. There are two seating, one at 5:30 & 7:30. The staff are…read moreyoung and courteous. Three of us ordered the steak. It was a large cut that filled the plate but you needed a chainsaw to cut it. It was inedible. It was full of fat and gristle. I expected a lot better for $45. The other person who ordered the cod said it was good. Won't be back.

Our hiking group of eleven stayed here in late June 2024 and had a great time. The hiking in the…read morearea is the draw with many lakes and the PCT nearby too. The cabins are basic and just fine; the lodge is comfortable and the included breakfasts and dinners were WONDERFUL. Lunch snacks were there to take with us hiking each day. Rob and his staff were gracious and made us feel at home. Ask Rob about cycling in the area!

Nakoma Inn Lovely however it sits very close to the main…read morehighway so if you have a room near it (like room 210) you can hear cars racing by all day, night so if you leave your window open for some lovely fresh mountain air, you'll be hearing the road noise. Room has a fridge and a mini coffee maker. It also has the sink outside of the toilet/shower room. The lobby has coffee and tea available from about 6:30am to 7pm which is really nice. Altitude/Rec center You can walk here from the Inn... however, you have to cross the highway and it's about 1/4 mile uphill. Towels are provided upon check-in. Large lap pool is great but a tad cold which is nice on a hot day. Jacuzzi was hot and relaxing. Lounge chairs are comfortable. The fitness room is good and has several cardio and weight machines. The locker room has a steam room. There's also a climbing wall/room, a game room, a kids play area and a theater room that you can book to watch movies. Altitude/Bistro Available/Open every day for lunch and dinner. Great staff. Quick service. Fantastic cocktails. Pretty good variety on the menu but if you have dietary issues... You may find it limiting. Golf/Pro shop Great staff. Lots of merch if you forgot something or want a souvenir. Dragon is a tough course so bring extra balls. There is a bar where you can grab a drink or breakfast or lunch or snacks. We ate breakfast here twice and it was tasty both times as were the Bloody Marys. Say HI to Athena. She's a gem and works her butt off to keep the drinks and food flowing.

Hopefully my recent first visit ~ a most enjoyable yet all too brief 1-night, mid-week stay ~ will…read morenot be my last. Super friendly and helpful service from Ashley at the front desk upon check-in. She gave me a quick but thorough lay of the extensive land and I was off. Checked out my comfortable upstairs standard king room. The Inn is just two floors, two wings, accessible via an elevator and a single tall flight of stairs from a lovely, light lounge area just off the front desk in the main lobby (and end-of-wing stairways). My room was clean, properly appointed and icy cold upon arrival. The bed was comfortable with plentiful covers and a variety of pillows, although the towels could use a refresh. I headed away from the Inn and up the hill to the two other main buildings: Altitude, the recreation center housing Middle Fork Bistro + Bar, and the Frank Lloyd Wright Lodge, hosting FIFTY44 Restaurant & Bar, spa, pro shop and nice view at the top of the mountain (5,044' elevation). While these are all connected by walking trails, I simply didn't have the time to walk there and back from the Inn, so opted to drive up the hill. Maybe my least favorite part about the property, is having to leave the premises of the Inn to take in the majority of the amenities. But they are quite nice and worth the effort of a quick drive (or maybe the longer uphill walk to reach, time permitting). After taking in the view at the top, I spent most of my time at the rec center, Altitude. This place rocks! So many fun things packed into a single wonderful space. Notably, perhaps the best stream room I've ever enjoyed, tucked into the back bath/locker/shower room. Don't miss it! Also a nice fitness room, 20-seat theater, children's room, and game room with foosball, billiards and shuffleboard, assorted Wii games and large TVs, and hang space. Board games to check out at the building's front desk. I would happily return whenever I'm in the general vicinity!

During wedding planning, everyone tells you that something unexpected is bound to happen or that…read moresomething won't go according to plan. As a Type A over-planner, I was determined not to let that happen. But the moment we arrived at Twenty Mile House, I realized I didn't have to be the control freak I usually am. The TMH team handled every detail with such calm professionalism that I was able to relax and truly enjoy the experience. From the very beginning, we were impressed. Our virtual tour with Rachel made us fall in love with the venue; Kevin and Karen worked with us to make our budget work, Joe gave us a wonderful tour when we returned after booking; and Ashleigh patiently answered all of my questions--no matter how late I sent them. The venue itself feels like something out of a storybook. Every one of our guests raved about the beautiful setting, the accommodations, the incredible staff, the ceremony site, and even the fact that there wasn't a restrictive noise ordinance. Everything exceeded our expectations. Not a day has gone by since our wedding that I haven't said, "I wish I could do it all over again." Choosing Twenty Mile House was one of the best decisions we made, and I couldn't recommend it more highly.

What more can I say than what I have already said directly to my coordinator, my husband, my family…read moreand friends... and honestly to the universe. I have waited 16 years to finally get married and was given the green light from my fiance to have the wedding of my dreams. I searched forest wedding and Twenty Mile House was the very first one that came up. I loved that it wasn't too far of a drive away, the all inclusive packages and the accomodation option to stay on site for me and 53 of our guests. We had compared prices to similar venues but found it ridiculous that for the same price, we would only have the venue, tables and chairs at the other places. So with that, Twenty Mile House became the winner. We absolutely loved the vintage cozy look of the homes, the miles and miles of forestation leading up to and within the venue, and the most amazing staff i have ever experienced with. Both Rachel and Ashliegh were absolutely amazing! They both listened and made all of my requests come true. Some had to be compromised, but it didn't change much of my vision. Our bartender Jasper was absolutely amazing and so kind. The lights, the vibe, the music, all of the vendors... they all worked together like a well oiled machine and made every wedding planning moment up to the wedding day absolutely perfect. I'm a chill bride and solely trusted the vendors and Ashliegh on their skills and talent. I'd be lying if I wasn't nervous at times, but said yes when they said "trust us". They absolutely delivered! The cake was exactly how I'd envisioned it and was so delicious, the food was a huge hit for my husband and I and our guests (I wanted to takr home the meatballs and freeze them), the DJ was perfection, the florals were immaculate (more than what i had expected), and the photographer Rachelle was sooo kind and made our little awkward selves so comfortable. We had hired a non preferred videographer for our day but both Rachelle and Ashliegh worked well with them. Thank you Twenty Mile House for making our dream wedding a reality! We will definitely come back one day and rent one of your homes as an Air Bnb, just so we can relive a little piece of our wedding. Thank you, thank you, a million times thank you!

Am I writing this review before I even sleep there?! Yes. Yes I am. First of all the sweetest…read morehostess's ever (mother/daughter duo I mean come on...how cute is that?!). I booked the room and didn't think much about it but got a call a few days later and she informed me of the traffic/road work and she was just the SWEETEST. You don't get calls like that anymore to A. confirm your stay and B. give a heads up on road delays. The location is easy to find, rooms were adorable and spacious!!! Little kitchen, small dining area and back door with a patio table surrounded by beautiful redwoods! The pictures online do this cute little place no favors!!!! Would definitely stay here again (all while I haven't actually slept here yet ) we also walked down to Martha's Kitchen and not only was the food DELICIOUS the waitress was also so sweet and attentive! We might have just found the sweetest little place to land while we're here for a wedding. ****edit to add after sleeping there 2 nights, the main road is semi close so obviously you'll hear some car sounds. Mostly in the early morning. They do provide ear plugs I didn't use them and after the first night it didn't really bother me much. As do be expected with that main road there. Still loved this place.

My friend and I had a wonderful stay here!! It was a charming, clean, and picturesque little spot…read morein woods! The owner & staff went out of their way to make you feel like you were a guest in their home. The home made breakfast in the morning was absolutely delicious! I am hoping to visit again soon.