ANIMAL LOVERS FARM

100%

6 reviews

· Pilot Hill, El Dorado, California · 7 acres

Hosted by Pamela H.

Vacation rental

· 3 guests max

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Learn more about this land: We have an adorable country decorated loft above a horse barn. Horses are on pasture, and equestrian guests are welcome to bring their horses to keep in the paddocks behind the barn. The loft above the barn is fully furnished and has a great kitchen and queen sized bed as well as single rollaway, sleeping mat for toddlers and a PAC-N-Play for babies. There is a little deck off the back to enjoy a glass of wine or morning coffee. You can see the Tahoe snow caps and also look over a gold-rush era cemetery. This area is known for wonderful trails for hiking, biking and horse riding. The American River rafting is popular in the summer and early fall months. With all the rain this year, the river is high and moving! We have 2 cruiser bicycles that guests are welcome to use and Cronin Ranch trail head is at the end of the street. This is a ranch with many animals you can enjoy. Fresh eggs from the chickens are available when the ladies are laying. There are also Dwarf Nigerian goats from which I make goat milk soap. Teddy, Stella and Hazel are the ranch livestock guard dogs and Willow is the funny little basset hound running around the ranch with her daughter Winter! We have an organic garden and fresh veggies available in summer and we love to share the bounty! One and pick your veggies for dinner! There is a shared pool behind the main house for those hot days, as well as the American River close by. We will be happy to give guests their privacy if you want to use the pool. We have updating the outdoor furniture to include a lounging area, picnic table, propane and small charcoal grill, as well as fire pit with chairs. In the loft there are non-breakable dishes and glasses to use outside or by the pool. **News flash! We had a fillies born in March and May 2023, along with triplet goats born April 2023!This is a fun country decorated loft above a horse barn. Horses are on pasture, and only in the stall briefly during foaling. The loft is fully furnished and has a great kitchen and bathroom! There is an very comfortable organic hybrid queen bed with luxurious and soft linens! There is a nice little deck off the back of the loft to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening. This area is known for wonderful trails for hiking, biking and horse riding. The American River rafting is popular in the summer and early fall months. This is a ranch with many animals you can interact with! Fresh eggs from the chickens are available when the ladies are laying. There are also Dwarf Nigerian goats from which I can get milk for goat milk soap. Teddy, Stella and Hazel are the ranch livestock guard dogs and Willow and her puppy, Winter, are the funny basset hounds running around the ranch. An organic summer garden and fresh veggies are available according to time of year, as well as a few fruit trees. I love to share the bounty, so please come and pick your veggies for your meal! There is a pool behind the main house for those hot days, as well as the American River close by. We strive to give you privacy when you're by the pool. We have floaties for the toddlers and some pool floats and toys. The river is close by and you can schedule rafting if you like. I can explain a safe place to get into the river to cool off! The river is very high and moving this year, so please be safe! We are located between the gold rush towns of Placerville and Auburn for nice restaurants and antiquing. Many great wineries and Apple Hill are also close by! Self check in is offered. Now offering riding lessons to children and novice adults. Trail riding is close by at Folsom Lake.

What to expect

Vacation rental

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

3 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private. For fire safety please keep the screen on the fire pit if you’re not using the grill to cook.

Toilet available

Flush toilet

No pets

Horses are allowed for additional $10/horse per nite. You clean up after your horse. If you want to go do some sightseeing, we are happy to feed for you!

Potable water available

Tap, pump or well, bottled water or jugs. Tap water and cold pitcher of water ready.

Showers available

Hot water . Unique water trough shower in bathroom

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin. A recycling can and 2nd garbage can is downstairs in the barn

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, bbq, private, oven, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station. Coffee maker, French press and coffee provided with creamer. Also have tea and hot chocolate. Want to make S’Mores? There are supplies to make them over the fire pit! Have non-breakable dishes & glasses for dining outside at the picnic table or by the pool. There is an ice chest by the pool to keep your drinks cold!

Picnic table present

Picnic table outside by a lounging area

Wifi available

Laundry absent

For renters if greater than 10 days can use the ranch house laundry room

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

BBQ and propane good

$0.00

There is a picnic table and small propane BBQ available to guests.

Horseback riding lessons for kidsexperience

$35.00

For those little cowboys and cowgirls we offer horseback riding lessons in the safety of the round pen. $35/lesson. For those wanting a trail ride we refer to Boarding on the Lake stable at Folsom Lake.

Half dozen eggsgood

$0.00

farm fresh organic eggs on your arrival when the ladies are laying!

Reviews

100% Recommend6 ratings · 6 reviews

Brittney A.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· December 2024

My boyfriend and I loved how cozy and relaxing the loft was. We were greeted by the dogs when we drove up. All the animals were friendly. The loft is so well decorated. We had a nice time here and I would recommend other people to stay.

Savio T.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2024

Nice host and friendly animals.

With kids

My wife and I and my 3-yr-old son enjoyed our stay very much. The place was very neat and clean. Pam, the host, is a very nice lady. She showed my son how to feed the goats and she gave us some eggs that the hens have just laid. My son enjoyed petting the horses and the goats! They are very kid-friendly. You do not need to worry about the heat because there is A/C in the unit. Also the pool is a great way of cooling down!

Joann J.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2023

Charming Farm Stay & Lovely Animals

Animal Lover's Farm is the chance to be surrounded by horses, chickens, ducks, goats and the most beautiful dogs, in a clean, tidy beautiful setting. Every detail was curated by our exceptional host, Pamela. From the arrival instructions to the seasonal decor to comfortable spaces and charming animals - everything was wonderful. We loved the sunrise view from the balcony and the proximity to small towns and the American River. Our beds were very comfortable and the kitchen well appointed. We took so many great photos and will always remember the friendly cuddles with Hazel, Stella and Teddy.

Daniel S.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2023

The loft in the barn was adorable. I, personally, loved all the decorations and the overall “homey” feel. It was easy to get into, clean and we pretty much had everything we needed. It felt private enough but you still get the experience of being on a farm. We were free to roam around the property: visiting animals and the garden/pool area. The dogs were super friendly. During quiet hours, the animals were calm and you didn’t really notice them. Our hostess, Pam, was amazing! She offered us some farm goodies and answered all of our questions about the animals with such knowledge. She responded to our questions and concerns quickly and efficiently. We would love to stay here again!

Lauren B.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2023

Loved my stay at Pam's Tiny house! Would recommend for anyone who loves animals and being away from it all.

April A.

4 reviews

Recommends

· September 2020

Must love horses and dogs.

Pam's horse trailer was just so adorable and just the get away that we needed. If you are going on a raft trip on the American or wanting to spend time on Folsom Lake or Lake Natoma this is the perfect location. Pam provided some great extras-a bottle of wine, a cooler with ice, coffee, and fresh eggs! The bed was very comfortable and inside the trailer was very quiet. We can't wait to visit again.

Location

Pilot Hill, El Dorado, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla and Nisenan First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking