July 25, 2020 – Website
by Guest
Jackpine 8 is designed for families with children.Our extended family of grandparents,plus kids and grandkids, felt like we had enough room because there were multiple areas for visiting and the kitchen is open to the eating area, and the table fits at least 10. The enclosed patio accomodated our large family for all meals and impromptu talent shows and games. There was seating for 12 on the patio, plus 10 inside the kitchen from the patio. The kitchen is well equipped for many cooks. There is a second refrigerator in the garage. The grandkids loved the “movie theatre” room- the loft area above the second living area- but it does not have a/c or any windows- basically a finished attic accessed by a separate staircase. The decor is a little dated, but that relieved any anxiety if kids spilled something, or tracked some dirt from outside.The carpet is beige so dirt doesn’t show. A/C worked great, except in the “twin beds” room. Plenty of hot water. There are 6 adult cruiser bikes and 5 kids bikes to use- that saves a lot on bike rentals. The property is on a loop of only 10 houses, so it is safe and private. Walking distance to a market. Comes with 10 SHARC passes, SHARC is a bike ride away. Kids loved the large hot tub, and the large driveway for games and the ping pong table in garage. Plenty of towels/ linens. Beds were comfortable. Management was super- I forgot items and they mailed them back to me cheerfully. We drove about 15 min. to start the river float, about 30 min for white water rafting. The trailhead to water fall is a 10 min. drive. Management cheerfully agreed to an early check in and late check out. We prepared all meals in house, with one restaurant visit in Bend, about 20 min away. Costco and Walmart are in Bend- pick up your groceries there. Other activities we liked were frisbee golf, free rock wall climbing by the SHARC,tennis privileges with SHARC passes. Property was clean and well-maintained. We hope to return next year. – Linda F. from La Canada