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Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Lake Elsinore

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lake Elsinore, CA
  • Place, Lake Elsinore
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Elsinore Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Elsinore

On lake.At this Lake Elsinore vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Elsinore and 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Elsinore City Hall. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lakepoint Park and Skull Canyon Zipline.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Elsinore - 5 min drive - 2.8 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
  • Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa - 16 min drive - 12.4 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.

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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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 65-199, 002838

Frequently asked questions

How close is Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.2 mi (42-min drive) away from the Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Lake Elsinore Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

Is there free parking at Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat to downtown Lake Elsinore?

This vacation home is 4.4 mi away from Lake Elsinore.

Backwoods Family and Friends Private Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

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