Hilltop Hideaway: 4 acres, Hot Tub, Stunning Views

Sometimes the best seat at the lake is above it. Tucked into a secluded terraced hillside in Clearlake Oaks, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on 4.5 fully secluded acres with sweeping views of Clear Lake and the volcanic peaks beyond, the kind that makes you want to wake up and enjoy the sunrise with a cup of coffee. It's a genuine retreat: peaceful, spacious, and completely your own.

The deck & outdoor experience:
The large deck is the heart of this property, with its panoramic front-row seat to the shimmering lake and rolling hills stretching out below. Sway in the hammock with a good book and nowhere to be, or pull up a chair at the outdoor dining table and enjoy a proper al fresco dinner over a bottle of wine while taking in that view. When the sun drops behind the hills and the sunset casts the sky in shades of gold and violet, the hot tub transforms into something almost magical, as the colors reflect off the water, and the whole thing looks like a living painting. After dark, the elevation pays off again: away from town lights, the night sky here is deep, clear, and absolutely full of stars. During the day, the property draws plenty of birds and wildlife, making it a quiet oasis even when you're just sitting still.

Inside the home:
The living room is made for settling in, complete with large sofas facing oversized windows that frame the lake view even from the couch, a dual sided stone fireplace instills a cozy ambiance, and the wall-mounted TV covers movie nights. There's also a dedicated reading nook with a tufted royal blue chaise, a small curated bookshelf, and a warm gold floor lamp, the kind of corner you could disappear into for an afternoon.

Sound is taken seriously here. A Klipsch Heritage wireless speaker fills the main space with warm, full-bodied audio, and you can find a suitcase-style turntable in the living room that sits on its own stand with a small vinyl collection ready to spin. It's a nice touch that sets the whole vibe for the week.

The large open kitchen is well equipped for real cooking. An induction range, microwave, blender, air fryer, a full knife set, and plenty of counter space, with an eat-in breakfast bar and mid-century swivel stools that make it a natural gathering spot. A cocktail bar set on the counter means you can shake something up before heading outside.

You'll also find a small bonus room off the main entrance that's home to a dedicated desk with an ergonomic chair for anyone who needs to stay connected without sacrificing the vibe. A dedicated laundry room with brand new Samsung washer and dryers await on standby for any washing needs.

Bedrooms & bathrooms:
The spacious master bedroom opens directly onto the deck with sliding glass doors and a lake view from the bed, gauzy curtains and a whisper-quiet ceiling fan makes the space feel airy and bright. The en-suite master bath is a proper retreat of its own: a large corner soaking tub set beneath dual windows lets in natural light, and a separate independent shower means you can actually enjoy both.

The two guest bedrooms are identically set up and equally comfortable, each with a queen bed, matching nightstands, and USB charging lamps. The second bathroom serves the guest rooms and main space with a clean tub/shower combo and large dimmable mirror. Every bedroom has a white noise machine on the nightstand, because good sleep is an integral part of a real recharge.

Game nights & downtime:
Rainy afternoon or just a slow evening in? The game shelf has you covered with a great selection: Pandemic, Codenames, Cranium, Marvel Villainous, Munchkin Booty, Hunt a Killer: Dead Below Deck, Gloom, Stupid Deaths, Phase 10, Cat & Mouth, Mind the Gap, Human Era, and more. There's something here for every group and every age, strategy players, trivia fans, casual gamers, or the people who just want to cause chaos.

The perfect home base:
While the property isn't on the shores of Clear Lake, California's largest natural freshwater lake, is just a short drive away, making this the ideal private base-camp for a full week of lake days. Head down to fish, kayak, paddleboard, or boat around before coming back up the hill each evening to your own peaceful 4.5 acres to throw something on the grill, and let the hot tub cap off the day. It's the best of both worlds: lake access when you want it, and total seclusion when you need it.

*Our home is not just a place to sleep, but a place to actually exhale. Book your trip and make the lake your own.