GRAND REOPENING!
After 8 months of renovations, we're reopening, even better than before, just in time for Summer! To welcome new and returning guests back to the house, we are currently offering these...
LONG STAY SPECIALS:
* 10% off 7 day stays
* 25% off 4 week (28 day) stays **Pay for 3 weeks, and stay an ADDITIONAL WEEK FOR FREE!**
The best available promotion is automatically applied to your selected dates.
PRIVATELY OWNED
This home is owned and operated by a single-property private owner, and co-hosted by a local family. Sleep comfortably knowing your stay supports local small business.
CAPACITY
We can and are happy to accommodate up to 12 guests (9 adults,) but we think the space is most comfortable for a group of 8 or less.
SUPERIOR LOCATION
We are ideally located on O'Brien Mountain, an extremely sought-after area of the lake, above which the 3 largest arms of Lake Shasta all meet, providing you quick and easy access to the widest sections of the lake. Lying just to the north of the I-5 Pit River Bridge, it also provides the quickest access from Lakehead to the nearby towns of Shasta Lake and Redding.
From the front door of the house, you will be only 3-7 minutes from: the I-5, Holiday Harbor, Shasta Caverns, and public water access/boat launches. You can enjoy paved road all the way from the highway to our driveway.
PRIVACY & SERENITY
Your only next-door neighbors are the deer, birds, squirrel, and other Shasta-Trinity National Forest wildlife. Enjoy the peaceful serenity and unobstructed views only our unique nature retreat has to offer.
Should you need them, however, our friendly co-hosts live just up the road and can respond in a flash.
PRIVATE PARKING
We have ample private parking, with enough room for multiple vehicles and your boat or other toys.
ENHANCED CONNECTIVITY
We are able to provide unlimited WiFi and a cell-phone signal booster to help you stay connected during your stay, a rare feature up here in the mountains!
GORGEOUS VIEWS
The house takes advantage of all the incredible surrounding nature with an abundance of large windows, providing plenty of sunlight and a restorative scenic view from every single room. Enjoy plentiful birdwatching right outside the 2-story living room window during the day and the clearest cleanest skies for Star-gazing at night. Thanks to the elevation of the house, you will be sitting among the tree tops, almost as if in a giant treehouse, with a clear view out to a colorful sunset behind the mountain ranges.
NEWLY RENOVATED!
Every room has been either fully or partially renovated and/or refurbished during 2025-2026. While we strove to retain a classic aesthetic, suitable for a mountain/lake getaway, you can enjoy fresh new surfaces and comfortable amenities.
THOUGHTFULLY CURATED DESIGN
A comfortable and inviting interior design sets Foxfell apart. We’ve made great efforts to ensure Foxfell is more than just beds to sleep in, but also an inspiring environment that creates a feeling of home.
The unique floor plan provides a combination of areas both cozy and spacious .
THE ROOMS...
LIVING ROOM
The living room features a wood-burning stove nestled into an impressive floor-to-ceiling stone alcove, and a 50-inch flat screen smart TV. But, you'll first have to peel your eyes away from the giant 2-story window and its absolutely dazzling scenic view!
KITCHEN
The kitchen is equipped with all the major modern kitchen appliances and cooking supplies, as well as place settings for your whole party. It features a fridge, ice/water dispenser, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blenders, and it even boasts an additional beverage fridge for your cold drinks.
DINING, BAR, & COFFEE
In the adjoining dining areas, you'll find a fully stocked coffee bar, a dry bar (b.y.o.b.,) and 3 separate dining tables, (with 14 seats total, including the kitchen island stools.) You'll also find a large comfy window bench from which to admire the giant oak just outside and the a gorgeous nearby mountain range.
BEDROOM 1: THE LOFT SUITE
*sleeps up to 3 comfortably*
Upstairs, you'll find the primary suite, the Loft Suite. It consists of a large bedroom, adjoining sitting room, wrap-around balcony deck, and en suite bathroom. The bedroom boasts a luxurious California King bed, high vaulted ceiling, and another 50-inch flat screen smart TV. The adjoining sitting room offers a twin-size day bed, as well as a vintage writing desk and ergonomic chair for working vacationers in need of a work station. From there, go out onto the private wrap-around balcony deck for some fresh air or make your way to the en suite...
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM
The spa-like en suite upstairs bathroom features a luxurious oversized double-headed shower and double vanity.
BEDROOM 2: THE EXPEDITION ROOM
*sleeps up to 7 comfortably (3 adults by local regulation)*
Back downstairs, the Expedition Room is a child's dream come true, (and also for the young-at-heart!) This double-sized bunk room was inspired by vintage summer camps and scout expeditions. Elaborately designed to mimic a large camping tent in the woods, the room features: a full-size bed, additional full-over-full bunk beds, and a double hammock. The highlight of the room is the campfire coffee table, which features a nightlight that simulates campfire flames. (*Please note that this room was designed with children about 9 and older in mind. While children of all ages are welcome at the house, this room is most safe/suitable for younger children when adult supervision is present.)
BEDROOM 3: THE HONEY BEAR ROOM
*sleeps up to 2 comfortably*
Just across the hall, the Honey Bear Room provides a comfy queen bed, 40-inch flat screen with blu-ray, and a small nook with a vanity/work desk. It also features a lovely view of a tree-lined area of our property where young deer often play and graze.
DOWNSTAIRS BATHROOM
The charming downstairs bathroom features an oversized in-ground soaking tub next to an enormous picture window that looks out onto the neighboring national forest land. It's a wonderful place to soak in a nice long bubble bath while watching deer graze.
LIBRARY
Back upstairs, you'll find the Loft Library, where you can cozy up with one of our books or find a collection of board games for family fun time.
LAUNDRY
The large primary bedroom walk-in closet doubles as a laundry room, and is stocked with helpful amenities, such as; iron/ironing board, travel crib, extra portable fan, extra blankets, and cleaning supplies.
By booking this house, you agree to all of the following.
PETS
We do happily welcome well-behaved cats and dogs, but they must each be listed on your booking, as there is a small fee. For other types of pets, please message for permission before booking. Only non-destructive and house-trained pets that are older than 6 months are permitted. Cats and dogs must be up-to-date on their flea medication. We do ask that you keep all pets off the furniture and beds, and that they not be left in the house unattended for more than 2 hours at a time (unless in a crate.) Guests are fully responsible for any and all damage caused by the presence of their pets on the property.
FIRES & SMOKING POLICIES
There are no fires, candles, nor fireworks allowed anywhere on the property. Smoking is only allowed in the designated outdoor smoking area on the back deck. Fire safety is a very big deal in this neck of the woods, and we thank you for helping us to keep our property and neighbors safe from potential fire hazards.
PARTIES
There are absolutely no parties nor large gatherings allowed. Only those listed on your booking are permitted onto the property, no additional guests.
OUTDOOR CHILD SUPERVISION
Please note that the property is in a rural environment, and there is no fence separating our property from the surrounding woods. The grounds should not be considered "child-proofed," and children's outside play should be supervised, and potentially hazardous areas or objects avoided.
QUIET HOURS
In accordance with local regulations, outdoor amplified sound is prohibited during the following hours;
M-F: 10:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
S-S (and holidays): 10:00 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Other things to note:
EXTENDED STAYS
Most stays are limited to 28 days max, but extended stays may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Extended stays will usually be offered a significant discount if approved. Message to request consideration for an extended stay.
STEPS/ACCESSIBILITY
Please note that at this time the house is unfortunately not easily accessible for wheelchairs. Both entrances do currently require using a couple steps.
SECURITY CAMERAS
For the safety and security of our property and its guests, we do have several outdoor security cameras in place to watch the driveway and building entry points.
PERMIT INFO
Shasta County Vacation Rental Permit# STR26-0001
TOT tax Certificate# 755
