A private escape on a hilltop with succulent gardens, wooded trails, open meadows and deep canyon views off the deck of this passive solar home. This two story, lofted space has been totally renovated with mid-century modern vibes and mature plants throughout. Over 40 award winning wineries are within 20 minutes drive, explore caves, Indian Grinding Rock, Daffodil hill, Bear River Reservoir, Silver Lake, Jackson Rancheria, historic Sutter Creek and just one hour to Kirkwood. The space This hilltop property is perfectly positioned to take in nature offering acres of private wooded land. The home overlooks a deep canyon and the endless views of El Dorado National Forest. The deck has a shade sail and string lights for "anytime" relaxing. The front of the home has a landscaped porch that takes you out to the enormous fire circle with solar lights and extra large adirondack chairs. You will notice many different pathways lit by solar lights high up in the trees. Explore the many winding trails that lead you to campsites and an outdoor shower. Pitch a tent, roast marshmallows or just hike through, this property has options! Inside the home, it is bright and cheery showcasing fine art, a small library and large picture windows to take in the views. Design is light filled and airy with hardwood floors throughout and MCM furnishings set against a newly renovated home. The new kitchen is well stocked with an XL refrigerator, deep stainless sink and an eat-in island. Open concept dining room with a spacious dining table opens up to a lounge area set around a Lopi woodstove and its 2- story piping that can be seen from the first floor. Each bedroom has its own flavor, with emphasis on the comfort of the beds, especially the linens and the pillows as a good nights sleep is absolutely imperative when you are a guest of my space. Enjoy a well stocked wood stove for heating and air conditioning to keep cool. Free firewood and lots of it for the outdoor fire pits! The property is great for the whole family as well as romantic getaway. I welcome all and have put my heart into the space where you can be yourself, explore the world with fresh eyes, a rested body and notice all the beauty surrounding you….and make some memories!! I’m wishing you peace & positivity, Autumn Wind James Guest access The entire home and surrounding acre+ is exclusively yours. The property is expansive and it’s 5 acres is a gentle slope, easy access with shorts hikes. The long driveway itself can be a good-morning workout on its own- Feel free to explore the neighborhood keeping in mind the private property lines and watch out for low brush especially when you leave the property. I am diligent about keeping poison oak at bay, but it is rampant once you leave the property. Please Note: The property is offered on Hipcamp and strictly limited to the sites on the far side of the property, except for the communal fire circle. The occasional Hipcampers keep great outdoors glowing in the evenings with campfire quartets and morning meditations. I have found Hipcamp nature lovers bring another layer of enjoyment and a reminder of just how special this property is. *Keep in mind that you have full run of the property at all times, but that those camping are only permitted on the areas outside of the acre surrounding the home unless you give permission. This has never been an issue, more than not, people enjoy the social aspect and leave with new like-minded friends. *All Hipcamp reservations will be noted and you will never have any visitors that are not accounted for. Please keep gate closed and secured at all times. It is NOT your responsibility to direct, assist or interfere with any Hipcamp guests. The mission of Hipcamp is to leave the space better than you found it. Other things to note California Hideaway is currently offered as an AirBnB as well as a Hipcamp property and although we maintain lots of privacy, it’s not uncommon to meet like minded folks looking to escape the noise and rejuvenate up here for a bit of R&R. We offer communal campfire circles that are meant to be a “meeting of minds” for those interested in being social and we also offer space that is strictly for your enjoyment only. The trails are shared and there is an outdoor shower with outhouse located a small hike away from the house that is shared by anyone staying on the property. Although the property has many shared trails and other outdoor amenities, your entire space, about an acre surrounding the home is exclusively yours as well as a general priority including privacy that belongs to your party. If for any reason at all you prefer not to be social and would appreciate a privacy border to be maintained during your visit ( this is a rule in general and is up to you about how much you want to participate) please give me a heads up so I can be on alert and make appropriate recommendations. Lastly, I am an artist and the property provides a space for my larger projects to be available to me to jump into at anytime as well as keep a creative environment for ideas to emerge. This means that my current obsession with vintage Airstreams is apart of the landscape and I ask for your understanding regarding any eyesores from the process of renovating a 1954 Flying Cloud and 1964 Overlander. They are also friends with my 1973 Traveleze and my sweetheart of a camper, my 13’ 1960 Kenskill. So, hopefully this is somewhat interesting to you, if not, I apologize in advance and ask that you are cautious when walking in my “renovation area.” I hope you have an incredible stay that gives you a reset like a breath of fresh air and gives your eyes freedom for miles while connecting you with dear Mother Nature. I am here if you need anything and remember that this is your vacation and this space is for your enjoyment! Thank you for respecting the space and for respectfully sharing the common spaces. I wish you peace & positivity, Autumn James