Located in Shaver Lake, this welcoming cottage brings it all within your reach. Sierra National Forest and Sierra Nevada Conservancy are just a short walk away, so leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking.

You can make the most of the outdoors with the firepit and BBQ grill at this cottage. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and video-game console.

As you settle into this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a dishwasher, as well as an ice maker, a microwave, and cookware. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.

Families will appreciate the free crib at this property. There are also games for the kids to enjoy, as well as books to inspire their creativity.