Welcome!

Welcome to the Natal's Granite Retreat website! Here you will find information about the home, rental rates, dates of availability and things to do in Shaver Lake, California.

Lodging accommodations and a fully equipped meeting room for a group size of up to 20 provides a home atmosphere for a church, ministry, club or other retreat.

One of the few vacation rental houses in the area offering off-street parking, handicap access, jacuzzi tub, and LOTS of room for a multi-family group (no need to argue about rooms when there are THREE master bedrooms and room for lots of children in the bunk room or play room!)

        Features

  • dotWheelchair accessible  
    dotHigh speed wireless internet--indoors & out
    dotCable TV throughout, large flat screen TV
    dotMeeting room with worktables, chairs, sink 
    dotJacuzzi bath with jets
    dotHandicap accessible bathroom & shower
    dotOn-demand water heater--never runs out!
    dotCozy woodburning stove 
    dotEasy access driveway, even in snow
    dotAccessible garage (ramp into house)
    dotAll roads are constantly snowplowed
    dotForested 1 acre borders on hiking trail
    dotCovered rear deck and front porch
    dot2 levels with 5 entryways provides privacy  
    dotFully equipped kitchen, granite countertops
    dotDining room table seats 12, plus 5 bar stools
    dotDishwasher, toaster, coffee makers, etc.
    dotOutdoor portable propane barbeque 
    dotLinen room with washer and dryer

      About the cabin

Nestled deep in the majestic western Sierras, our 4,000 square foot retreat with its spacious kitchen, 5 baths, 8-12 person bunkroom, 3 big master bedrooms (one with extra futon bed/couch and mini-fridge), workshop room doubles as large bedroom with two queen beds and futon couch/bed, living room/den, a game room/man cave, and well equipped meeting room (or extra large bedroom) has an atmosphere of quiet and comfort. And it's an easy 45-minute drive from Fresno. The town of Shaver Lake, with great restaurants, gift shops, and laid back friendly proprietors is just 5 minutes up the road. Within a pleasant 45-minute drive are 3 more large lakes, a wonderful redwood forest, 3 snow parks, a ski resort, and so much more. 

Latest news

  • June 10, 2011
    We converted the downstairs storage room to a "man cave" room with a Queen futon. Now we need to try to find a pool table and put in a big screen TV...

  • January 1, 2011
    Looking to be a LONG winter up here, with great snow coming down almost every week.

  • October 12, 2010
    Sure, Summer is great for lake-play groups, and winter for the snow players, but still, the Fall is the nicest time with the change in colors and quiet, quiet lake!

  • June 5, 2009
    Church retreat time! Hope you have a great time here in the mountains, wandering through God's beauty. We're happy to see you here again!

  • February 10, 2011
    Another storm! There is so much snow here up at Shaver Lake this winter! Perfect snowboarding and skiing, as well as cross-country, ...
  • December 21, 2010
    Family fun for the annual Christmas get-together. Nothing better than a white Christmas!
  • September 13, 2010
    Welcome quilters! Hope you enjoy the beauty of the season and take long walks while crafting up here at the cabin!
  • July 4, 2009
    Wow, fireworks and everything! Remind us to tell you of our favorite spot at the lake to watch them.