Mountain Shadows Retreat

You know those movies where a bunch of friends get together and head to the woods? Yeah, the one where they’re in the middle of nowhere and just arrived to this scary looking house? The one you know hides a serial killer in the basement?
Ok, well this place is not it… This place is beautiful! MAGNIFICENT if I might say. Total relaxation, and mind cleansing. The place that one only dreams and fantasizes to live in. My life goal for retirement.
Step outside to the deck area. Where one can lounge first thing in the morning before sunrise and sip on a wonderfully scented cup of coffee.
All around you the wild greats you and says good morning. The smell of pine trees and fresh air awaken your senses. It almost feels glutinous to indulge in such a beautiful morning.
Stare out into the sunrise that blankets the forest. It is so beautiful that sight, that you don’t want to go back inside, but your hungry and not to mention excited to work your magic in that masterpiece of a kitchen. Sadly, you start your way back inside… Then bang!
You finally wake up and realize that what looks like a wall full of windows is actually an open wall. Now you can open this home to the wonderful out doors and bring in the forest to make your experience that much better.
The kitchen awaits, and anything that you would like to cook, can be made in this kitchen. There is a pot, pan, utensil, and kitchen appliance for almost everything. Not to mention the mounds of space that this sexy, beast of a kitchen has. You can pretend to be a star to your own food network tv show in this kitchen. Truly my most favorite place of the whole entire experience that Mountain Shadow Resort could give.
Of course after a nice breakfast a nice shower awaits. Out of all the many bathrooms, the one that you will want to experience is the one with the many shower heads. The one that will turn your time in Forest Hills into Rain Forest Hills. I know cheesy, but may I add that all of the towels, and linens feel super fluffy and luxurious.
The bedrooms are very nice and the beds are super comfy. I loved the tempur pedic pillows. That master bed is ridiculously good looking. There is so much forest that can be seen outside, and all throughout the house threw the windows and sliding doors.
It’s pet friendly, and super fun for dogs.
At night you can go out by the outdoor fire place or fire pit and listen to all of the wild, that is in the forest. Like frogs, crickets, and owls.

Wow, what a place! Everything was top notch and our group had an incredible time. The views are second to none and really breathtaking. The accommodations were great, clean, and perfect for our group. It’s really a beautiful cabin. Also, the heated pool was really fun!
Other highlights include the sliding glass doors that blow open into a gorgeous deck space, the Game of Thrones — esque dinner table, the pinball machine, the master bedroom shower, and so much more.
The owner was more than accommodating and awesome to work with. We really couldn’t have had a better experience. I know for a fact that I’ll be back soon!

My family and I recently stayed here for a few days just to have a change of scenery, and it was really great.
Normally, I’m not much for mountains & dirt having done more than my fair share of camping in the sticks with my parents when I was a kid, but staying in the hills in a luxurious HOUSE made all the difference! I could learn to like the woods a little bit if I had access to a house like Mountain Shadows.
The kitchen is well-​appointed with Thermador appliances and just about every piece of cookware a person could need. I got a bit spoiled cooking on a gas range. It was lovely!
There are two wine chillers in the house so be sure to bring along a bottle or ten.
There are five bathrooms in the house, all nicely appointed with granite counters and Kohler fixtures. The master shower is amazing and feels like a spa.
The towels and linens are super fluffy and feel very luxurious.
The beds were incredibly comfortable. I am plagued by insomnia, and still had issues with it during our stay, but the comfort of the bed in the master bedroom made everything better. I was able to get back to sleep more quickly, and awoke rested each day.
My daughter loved the outdoor fire pit and roasted marshmallows on it one night. Smores in the hills. It’s simply gotta happen! :)
In addition to the outdoor fire pit, there is another outdoor area that is covered and has a fireplace. This area could be really neat for nighttime parties.
The house has a heated pool, but we didn’t use it.
Off the indoor dining area, there is a huge deck with outdoor kitchen. The doors, which are framed windows that go from floor to ceiling so as not to ruin the incredible view of the canyon, open accordion style which makes the outside deck and indoor dining room one huge living space, which is great for hosting large gatherings.
Don’t feel like packing and hauling groceries? No problem! The retreat offers concierge service and they can have the house stocked upon your arrival. Be sure to check pricing.
The house has Wi-​Fi, and Apple TV, and for gamers, an Xbox One.
For activities, there are nearby wineries for tasting/​buying, gold panning, rafting, hiking, fishing, and helicopter tours, just to name a few. Old Auburn is a short drive away, too, and has restaurants and antiques.
The property is dog friendly right now, and soon will be horse friendly, too!
You really can’t go wrong with a visit to Mountain Shadows. It has something for everyone.