90 min from San Francisco · Bay Area · Sacramento
13 acres. 7 bedrooms. Sleeps 20+. One unforgettable escape
California's most complete private estate — resort pool, sports court, stocked fishing pond, arcade, poker lounge, and a grand piano. All yours.
Three experiences in one property
Nature retreat.
Year-round creek, 2-acre stocked fishing pond, orchard trees, and open meadows. Leave the city completely behind.
Private resort.
Rock waterfall pool and jacuzzi, full-size pickleball and basketball court, mini golf, fire pit, and outdoor kitchen.
Entertainment complex.
Arcade room, poker lounge with wet bar, pool table, foosball, grand piano, and a cathedral great room.
Perfect for your group
Designed for large groups to gather, celebrate, and stay together in one private 13-acre estate—without needing to leave the property.
Family reunions & multi-family getaways
Bring everyone together with space to relax, dine, and connect across expansive indoor and outdoor areas—while still having room to spread out comfortably.
University leadership retreats
A popular choice for student organizations and executive boards planning structured retreats, leadership transitions, and strategy weekends from the Bay Area, Silicon Valley and LA. With large gathering spaces, fast Wi-Fi, and built-in amenities, your group can collaborate, recharge, and stay together in one private setting.
Corporate retreats & offsites
High-speed 300 Mbps Wi-Fi, flexible meeting spaces, and on-site activities that make it easy to balance focused work sessions with team bonding.
Wedding stays & pre-event gatherings
Keep your wedding party, family, and close friends together in one private estate—ideal for rehearsal dinners, welcome gatherings, and full-weekend celebrations.
Large group celebrations & milestone events
Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions with resort-style amenities, open space, and total privacy—perfect for creating lasting memories.
Why groups choose this estate
- 13 acres of complete privacy
- Multiple activity zones (no need to leave)
- Designed specifically for large groups
- All-in-one experience vs multiple venues
Organized groups welcome. All stays must follow occupancy limits and quiet hours to ensure a respectful and enjoyable experience.
Limited early summer availability—most weekends book quickly. Large estates like this typically book 2–4 weeks in advance—secure your dates early.
Popular with university leadership retreats and graduation groups from the Bay Area and Silicon Valley.
Amenities
Everything included
Outdoors & Recreation
Entertainment
Living & Dining
Pool heat available on request. Events and reunions welcome.
Why groups choose this estate
Designed for unforgettable gatherings
13 acres of total privacy
No neighbors, no shared spaces, no compromises. The entire property is yours.
Multiple activity zones
Pool, courts, pond, arcade, poker lounge — your group never has to leave the property.
Built for large groups
7 bedrooms, multiple living areas, and a chef's kitchen designed to host 20+ guests comfortably.
All-in-one experience
One property replaces multiple venues — accommodation, activities, dining, and entertainment in one private estate.
Location
The perfect meeting point
Grand Waterside Estate sits in Modesto, CA — central to the entire Northern California region. Whether your group is coming from the Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Sacramento, or planning a Yosemite day trip, everyone lands here easily.
90 min
Bay Area / San Jose
1 hr
Sacramento
90 min
Yosemite
30 min
Lodi Wine Country
2 hrs
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort
10 min
Costco / Target
Reviews
What guests say
"Really amazing time with Jacob! He was an incredible host and the stay was absolutely gorgeous. It felt like our group from college was transported to an Italian villa in the countryside where you could be totally removed from your surroundings. The place had everything you needed, we would stay again!"
Asher· Airbnb
Group trip
"Really great house for a big get-together. In one weekend we were able to play pickleball, basketball, ping pong, pool, etc. as well as walk around the trails on the property. Jacob was a great host who was immediately responsive and helpful leading up to and throughout the stay."
Connor· Airbnb
Group trip
"An absolutely stunning estate — the grounds, the pond, and the amenities exceeded every expectation. Our group had the trip of a lifetime and we're already planning the next one."
VRBO Guest· VRBO
Family getaway
Your dates are waiting.
Dates fill fast — especially summer weekends and holidays. Check availability now or send us your group size and we'll respond within a few hours.
Comparable private estates near the Bay Area typically run $7,000–$10,000+ per weekend.
From $1,295 / night · Sleeps up to 20+ guests · 2-night minimum
Summer weekends book fast — limited availability for large groups.