The Blackbird | Cabin in the heart of Apple Hill

Welcome to our piece of gold country! Minutes from Highway 50 and dozens of Apple Hill wineries, breweries, orchards, trails, and wedding venues, The Blackbird is nestled among towering trees that feel worlds away from the big city. With antique furniture, modern amenities, and westward views, this Tahoe-style chalet is perfect for small groups looking to maximize their time in El Dorado County. The space Our home was custom-built in the 1990s by a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer whose care and attention to detail is evident throughout the property. Two large bedrooms provide guests with plenty of space to get comfortable and include heirloom furniture passed down through our families. The fully equipped kitchen is ready to handle either a homemade dinner or a bottle of wine brought back from a night out. Enjoy the soaring pines by the pool in the summer or a hot cup of coffee on the deck during chilly fall mornings. From art to architecture, The Blackbird incorporates the natural beauty of the Sierra Foothills and blends proud past with contemporary comfort. Guest access The entire home is yours to enjoy, though we do have a few locked cupboards and cabinets that store supplies and tools reserved for our team's use. The owner of the property uses the garage apartment, which is fully detached from the main home and is not accessible to guests. Other things to note The Blackbird is a cabin in the woods, which means it comes with all of the attending natural phenomena: critters large and small abound, including raccoons, skunks, bobcats, deer, coyotes, mountain lions, bears, snakes, frogs, ants, spiders, ticks, millipedes, mosquitos, bats, and all sorts of beautiful birds. Please pay attention to your surroundings and respect wildlife by keeping your distance, not feeding animals or leaving food/trash outside, and making sure exterior doors are fully closed at all times. Seek immediate medical attention if you have an encounter with wildlife that leaves any kind of physical impact (bite, scratch, rash, sting, etc.). The pool at the house is unheated and surrounded by a child-safe fence per El Dorado County code. The kitchen is stocked with cooking equipment and a few basic spices and condiments (which have been opened and used by past visitors, therefore guests use at their own risk). If you intend to cook something special, we recommend bringing the ingredients with you to make sure have all the essentials. Guests should also be aware that The Blackbird does not have central air conditioning. For much the summer, opening the windows and using the ceiling fans in the evenings helps keep air moving through the house. We also have window units and mini-split air conditioners that regulate the bedroom temperatures. While we generally find these mechanisms sufficient for our comfort, guests who require the chill of central AC may want to make other arrangements. Registration Details 075189