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Chalet with views, recreation facility, lake access - seasonal pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Arnold, CA
  • Stanislaus National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Arnold Rim Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Arnold

With a stay at this cabin in Arnold, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Stanislaus National Forest and a 4-minute drive from Arnold Rim Trail. .This cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park.

What's nearby

  • Stanislaus National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 8 min drive
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 8 min drive
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Giant Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Apple - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Snowshoe Brewery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Chalet with views, recreation facility, lake access - seasonal pool

Forest Bears Hideout

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This cozy mountain chalet offers stunning views making for a picturesque retreat in a secluded forest setting. Relax on the deck at sunset, fire up a meal on the grill, and dine at the picnic table. Everyone can nestle by the gas fireplace while playing tunes on the piano in the living room. On the lower living level, you'll find two bedrooms with a queen and double bed. The loft area offers a twin bed with a trundle and a queen.

WHAT’S NEARBY
For a daily/weekly fee, you'll have access to Blue Lake Springs Recreation Area with two lakes, pools, shuffleboard, basketball, and more. Hiking is always a popular activity. Explore local trails and get up close to giant Sequoias! If winter is more your season, head up to the slopes at Bear Valley Ski Resort for skiing and snowboarding.

THINGS TO KNOW
Blue Lake Springs Recreation Area amenities require a small fee
Cell phone reception is very spotty in this area - plan accordingly
The Blue Lake Springs HOA has closed off all amenities to guests (residents only) due to local restrictions and regulations.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is an active Ring camera at the front door.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cabin features books, table tennis, and a tennis court on site. Recreational activities include snowboarding nearby, ecotours nearby, and sledding nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 3 spaces)
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Piano
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Chalet with views, recreation facility, lake access - seasonal pool Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Joe

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
What I liked about the property. Nice home, clean with nice decor inside the property. What I disliked about the property. 1- No air-conditioning. 90 degree temps made the second floor feel like a sauna. 2- Most windows did not have shades, blinds or curtains so we woke up before 7am everyday we spent at the property. 3- The ceiling fan in the master bedroom upstairs, which was the hottest room in the house did not work. When I called to complain about it on the day we arrived, I spoke to the property management company and she said that someone would get back to me. Nobody got back to me at all. We stayed there for three days. 4- The porch and deck was not swept and had pine needle droppings all over the place. 5- The refrigerator didn’t close well and our food and drink were not fully kept cold. Funny, that after my stay, I noticed a review where someone complained about this 2 years ago. It was never fixed. 6- We found 2 wasps in the house and thanks for the quick thinking of my mother, we sprayed them with hairspray so they couldn’t fly and killed them. 7- The electric fireplace was on when we arrived and was on the entire time that we’re here. There are instructions on how to turn it off, but they don’t make sense and we were not able to turn the fireplace off 8- The driveway is narrow and steep and not easy to get into. 9- The Internet connectivity has weak security with the router that makes it vulnerable to hackers. The hardware needs to be replaced to address this.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Janine R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Was not us clean as expected
Gorgeous neighborhood. House not clean and not well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Y., Santa Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
A Truly Magical Christmas Vacation
I had read the reviews about a few "dated" kitchen accessories and furniture, but we found all the dishes, the eclectic decor, numerous blankets, and pillows to be delightful! We are a family of musicians so the piano was a wonderful addition. The management company was very helpful when we tried to use the incorrect lockbox (there are two), and when we could not figure out the fireplace controls. The porch yields amazing views of the forest, the front room is spacious and well-lit, and the kitchen has room enough for a family of 5 to cook a Christmas dinner! I'll likely return - the house is in a perfect place to take long walks or sit by the fire and read.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Angels E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful escape under the trees
Amazing house in a beautiful location within walking distance of a beautiful lake. Great deck with lots of space for dinner, bbq, lounge, etc. There's no AC, so it can get quite hot inside during the day in the living room. The rooms are much cooler and very comfortable. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean, but the floors were not. The place needs deep cleaning underneath and inside the furniture, lots of dust, residual food crumbs, etc. Plenty of linen for beds and bathrooms but none for the kitchen, it would be nice to have some kitchen towels and kitchen mittens. Plenty of kitchen utensils and cookware, although a bit worn out. Fridge is old and outdated, it doesn't cool enough. Excellent Wifi, we were there working all week and not a single time we've lost connection. Verizon is the only phone provider that works, although you're better off using the Wifi calling service on your phone. Greatly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Penny C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not a place for seniors or folks with mobilty issues
The cabin was cute but high up an irregular path with no hand rail from the parking pad. Imagine four 80 year old ladies standing at the bottom of that hill trying to figure out how to get not only our selves but our luggage up to the cabin. We would have had to leave if one of the group had not spotted the parking pad to the neighbors cabin which was more manageable. Fortunately the neighbors did not show up while we were there and that is where we parked. There should definitely be something in your posting letting people know it is hard to get to the cabin. The lock box number we were given and the location of the lockbox was wrong. We called and after a 20 minute wait on hold someone (she was very nice) got the right number for us. It was not for the lockbox we were told but we figured out it had to be for the other lock box and we finally got into the cabin. In the cabin the refrigerator door would not stay closed and there was water on the floor as a result. We tried our best to keep it closed. Additionally the corner upper kitchen cabinet door was hanging by a hope and a promise and needs repair. There was no hot water from the tap and the water pressure was weak from the cold in the down stairs bathroom. The shower did have hot water. We love Arnold and have been coming there for years as one of our group use to own a cabin there. We will be back and will check the accessibility of the place we rent. Unfortunately for this place we had no idea of the problems
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Carl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lost two days while staying
The house was great but the Property Management was horrible. I was provided an incorrect entry code and even though I left several voice mail messages and several emails (extremely difficult connecting with a PM. Had to find a motel for the night even though I already paid for the house, no one seem to care.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

tabitha c.

Beautiful Setting- just needs a few updates
First, it’s a great cabin! It’s clean, and the cleaning staff member Gemma is awesome! Great location in the trees of Arnold. No AT&T cell service in Arnold. Not a bad thing, just something to know upfront. You can connect at house via WiFi though 😊 Important Feedback because this is a rental: 1. There is no BBQ-they need a BBQ because the outside deck is amazing. 2. No cold water pressure at all in downstairs bathroom so you have to use hot water. Quick fix. But it needs to be fixed. 3. The piano has to go! While it’s beautiful it is completely in the way, literally blocking a large sliding door to the amazing deck, and takes up the living room space. Just wrong fit for here. 4. Pots and Pans- just need a new, inexpensive set. Functioning but very old. 5. Outdoor trash bins are in the driveway at the bottom, instead of recessed off the driveway making the already narrow, steep driveway very difficult to get in and out of. 6. Outdoor patio is awesome. 7. Upstairs loft and bathroom are really great. 8. Perfect location for Fly In Acres Lake. Easy 1/2 mile away. 9. Change the verbiage of the VRBO listing because photo of dock make cabin appear to be “on the lake.” 10. Pool- the pool is located at the Rec Center approx 2miles away. There is a $15 per person charge to use the pool and rec center amenities. $15 for children as well This review is intended to be very informative. We are NOT nit-picky complaining types at all, with elitist expectations. We know it’s a “cabin” at the lake. And like I said, it’s a great cabin, just in need of a few necessary updates and fixes is all! Super great weekend with friends there!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019