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A Lakefront Luxury Mountain Home on Rainbow Lake

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Deck view facing the Lake
View from Upstairs Lanai
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Great Room Overlooking Deck and Lake
Dining Room with window overlooking manicured lawn and  lake. 
Slider to deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Lakeside, AZ
  • Rainbow Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Unity of the White Mountains
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Woodland Lake Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Show Low, AZ (SOW-Show Low Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 Downstairs Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4 UPSTAIRS MASTER

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Lakefront Luxury Mountain Home on Rainbow Lake

This custom lakefront luxury custom home on Rainbow Lake is a hidden treasure for those seeking a refreshing getaway from the stress and busyness of everyday life.

Our mountain home sleeps 9 people. In the upstairs Master Suite there is a king bed, a comfy sitting area beside a gas fireplace. The suite opens up to a private lanai with captivating views overlooking Rainbow Lake. There is a Keurig coffee maker provided for upstairs suite. The Master King Suite has his and her vanity areas, a whirlpool tub, separate shower and walk in closet Bedroom #2, The Downstairs King Master Suite has a unique private bath, his and her vanities, jacuzzi tub and separate shower. It has a glorious view overlooking the lake and outside sitting area. Bedroom #3, The romantic 'French Bedroom' there is a Queen Bed with private Bath. In Bedroom #4 known as the 'Blue Room', there are 2 double beds. All beds have cozy comforters and luxury linens.

The Great Room has a fireplace, Dish TV and a DVD. There is an assortment of movies available. There are games and puzzles for you to enjoy. Free WIFI is provided. It overlooks a beautiful deck, seating area, such garden area overlooking the lake.

The gourmet kitchen comes with everything you need for your stay. The dining area has a large table which seats 8 comfortably and is ideal for playing games. This room has a beautiful view of the lake as well.

You can relax on the back deck and enjoy watching the ducks, eagles, osprey, herrons and other habitat. It is always a delight to watch the eagles and osprey soaring in the sky and then dipping down for their breakfast or dinner. Bring that book you haven't had time to read. Bring your family and friends. This is a great place for a girlfriends' getaway. It is a delight for all. You can kayak around the lake and enjoy the beauty and sereness of nature. There are many hiking trails nearby and other lakes closely like Fools Hollow. There are many lovely antique shops to poke around in the area. In the winter, the Sunrise Ski area is only 35 minutes away. After your invigorating day on the water or the slopes in winter, in the evening you will behold magnificent sunsets. After that, the stars present themselves as dazzling diamonds flung across the night sky - just for you to enjoy!
The deck is a favorite to have morning coffee and meals. We also have a bench on our private dock which is a favorite place to enjoy morning coffee or a glass of wine watching the sunset. The private upstairs portico deck also has magnificant views overlooking the lake.

This is our family home. Smoking is not permitted inside. We rent it out with the expectation that you will care for it as if it belonged to a cherished friend. Our hope is you will have a great time, come away refreshed and will want to return and will recommend it to others.

Keywords: Luxury, Mountain Home, Family, Peaceful, Lakefront, Kayaking, Unique, Skiing, Snowboarding, Fishing, Bird Watching, Custom Home, Charming, Boutique, NONSMOKING

Property manager

Louise Mc Junkin

Languages

English
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children very welcome!!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking in home forfeiture of deposit.
Guests must also agree to comply SHORES Community HOA Rules and Restrictions which will be provided upon booking.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lakeside

Located in Lakeside, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club and Bison Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest and Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lakeside, AZ

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Unity of the White Mountains - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Woodland Lake Park - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Hon-Dah Casino - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Show Low, AZ (SOW-Show Low Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Long Wongs - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pinetop Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Zeke's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dickey's Barbecue Pit - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪W & Z Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Lakefront Luxury Mountain Home on Rainbow Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Lakefront Luxury Mountain Home on Rainbow Lake ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Lakefront Luxury Mountain Home on Rainbow Lake ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Lakefront Luxury Mountain Home on Rainbow Lake located?

This family-friendly Lakeside holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Rainbow Lake and Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. Unity of the White Mountains is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 82 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

My family and I enjoyed the home. It was like home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jem on the lake

Beautiful house and area. Definitely coming back in the summer to use the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at the Eagles Nest

Great property and had a blast.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

D K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Lakeside House

Beautiful home on a beautiful lake inside a gated community. Nicely furnished with all the comforts of home. We enjoyed our stay. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Family had another wonderful time at this property. Louise is so great to work with. We had a great time on the lake. The home is beautiful and spacious the 5 of us never felt as if we were on top of each other. The views are spectacular from morning till night. We look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Golf once and rented a pontoon the second day. Couple of girls also enjoyed the kayaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd year staying here and hope for many more

This is the second year we stayed at this property, the owner is so sweet and helpful. The house is perfect because each room has a bathroom, there are beautiful views of the lake and everything you need in the house. We have stayed at many houses on the lake but this is now our go to property. Thank you to the family for letting us stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome and peaceful home

Owners were very communicative Home was in great place and great locations we loved it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pinetop lakeside getaway

We had a great stay at the property. Very nice, clean home, just what we needed for a long weekend. Good location with great views of the lake. Would love to go back and stay in the summer time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake house

This was our 2nd year in a row staying at this property. Beautiful lake views and such serenity. We loved every minute of it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return to Rainbow Lake

Thanks to Louise for making our return to Rainbow Lake this June possible. Once again, we had a wonderful time and appreciated Louise's fine accommodations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This was my families 3rd time staying here. It was great as usual.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

D K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional property

Beautiful ambiance. The house, with large patio, is situated on the lake in a gated community. Home is very nicely furnished and well maintained. Lots of windows to enjoy the view. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele T., Tucson AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location & home

Fantastic location, clean, great communication by property owner. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home and location

Our family had a great stay in Rainbow Lake. The house was perfect with plenty of space and easy access to the lake. We spent a lot of time kayaking and fishing which my girls felt was the best part. Very relaxing sitting on the back deck looking over the lake with great views of sunsets. We had a constant breeze off the lake and couldn’t be happier! Owners were very responsive if needed. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Louise , Has always made our stay GREAT !

The owner (Louise) is a true please to work with ! We enjoy our visit completely never want to leave . The house is beautiful and very comfortable. Always a great vacation we look forward too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and location

We had a great trip to support wide range of needs and generations. Home supported all well, nice home and in a nice tucked in part of Pine Top area on a lake
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

S J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family vacay!

Bikes were a hit! Kayaking was so so much fun for the entire family! Pickleball courts were a hit! The property was immaculate. This house was fully equipped for our family to have the best time. Fully stocked kitchen supplies, plenty of towels and blankets. The homeowner was available for our needs if we needed her, but there was no need. The only issue was the early morning loud construction on two neighbor homes. The good news is, the work on those homes appears to be completed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Four old men

Four of us greatly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home located right on Rainbow Lake. Our goal was to spend all of our time fishing and golfing. Mission accomplished! We are already talking about next year's getaway at this same home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2023 Family Vacation

The cabin location was nice, quiet and very enjoyable. The view out the dining area is beautiful. Rooms were spacious. The patio was very comfortable with a beautiful view. Only downfall was the wind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lakeside Home

Our family had an amazing time enjoying the incredible views of the lake from nearly every window in the home! Our kids became master fishergals, and we ventured out to almost every nook and cranny on Rainbow Lake with the kayaks provided at the home. Louise was attentive, very easy to reach, and addressed our concerns in a very timely manner. Thank you for sharing your home with our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E., Scottsdale

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything and More

This property is jaw dropping beautiful. Very spacious, well appointed and well kept. It looks very nice in the pictures, even more so in person. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren Z., Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A special vacation spot

This vacation home is wonderfully equipped and is located in a great spot on Rainbow Lake, AZ. The owner is very pleasant to deal with and quick to respond to our requests, as was their manager, Dave. Our family had such a fun and memorable visit. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L., Chandler, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant, classy mountain esscape with all the conveniences nearby.

It was a great expereince in a wonderful gated community. Safe, quiet and private getaway feeling cozy both indoors and out. Would definitely return for another getaway. Both owner and property mananger we just fantastic people to communciate with. Definitely felt at home. Thank you again guys!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Louise was kind and understanding

My family was looking forward to celebrating my parents’ 60th anniversary at this gorgeous property. Unfortunately, we had to cancel last- minute due to my dad’s health. Louise was very kind and understanding, and worked with us to reach a fair agreement. We hope to reschedule our celebration when my dad is doing better. He is looking forward to fishing with his grandsons!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Louise Mc Junkin

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We have had a home in the White Mountains since our children were small. Now we are thrilled to have 3 generations come up and enjoy the winter and summer fun. This was the year Papa taught our 2 oldest grandsons (9 and 5) to ski. What fun they had on their winter ski trips and pizza parties. Next year grand daughters are coming to join the fun. All the grandchildren love the special summer trips, being out on the lake and catching fish. Our little city gandchildren love to learn about nature, hike, fish, look for eagles and exciting nature scavenger hunts.

Why they chose this property

This is a beautiful area. We wanted to be on a lake and yet near a town. This place is perfect! It is not far from Sunrise Ski area and was especially nice when my husband was on the Ski Patrol. He still skis every chance he gets! Many areas to hike We built this home in 1999 and completely gutted and remodeled it a few years ago.

What makes this property unique

Time to kick back, R & R, We can be as busy as we want with activities or can veg out and read sitting by the fire in the winter enjoying the winter wonderland. In the summer we hike, kayak, fish, and spend lots of time on the deck enjoying sunrises and sunsets. In every season, there is always something to view on the lake. There are many kinds of ducks, swans, Canadian geese. We see eagles, heron, many osprey, owls, little foxes, and sometimes those darn beavers who love our trees along the lake. We are close to restaurants, grocery stores, movie theater, We love the special times here with our children, grandchildren and friends year round. In summer there is fun on the lake and in winter, skiing and snow activities. Holidays are always a special delight here.

Languages:

English