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Bear Valley Lake Mountain Cabin

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Exterior
Room
Game room
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8154.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Dorrington, CA
  • Stanislaus National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    11 min drive
  • White Pines Lake
    14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Bear Valley Lake Mountain Cabin

Chalet-style cabin in the Sierra mountains. Sleeps 8 with 3 bedrooms and an open loft area with 2 single beds and a futon. We have 2 full bathrooms. Just minutes from Bear Valley Ski Resort, Stanislaus River, Lake Alpine, Stanislaus National Forest/Big Trees, Mercer Caverns and Murphy's. There are countless mountain lakes, hiking, trails, kayaking, fishing, etc. 3 flat screen TVs with Xfinity Flex Box which allows you to sign into your own accounts. We have many DVDs also. Enjoy watching the stars from the wrap-around deck and the snow fall from the comfortable expansive loft area.
Please note for the safety of our guest we have a security camera facing the street and parking area of our cabin

Property manager

Victoria Santa Maria

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking ANYWHERE on property, inside nor out.
We allow a MAX total of 9 guests (including all children). If you bring more than 9 guests onto the property, there will be a fine of $500.
We have a STRICT NO ANIMALS allowed on our property. If you bring an animal you will be fined $500 plus be charged for any damage.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this chalet is in a rural area. Arnold Rim Trail and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stanislaus National Forest and Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Leland Meadows and Twain Harte Miniature Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Dorrington, CA

What's nearby

  • Stanislaus National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 10 min drive
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 11 min drive
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 13 min drive
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Giant Burger - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Snowshoe Brewery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪El Vaquero Authentic Mexican - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Valley Lake Mountain Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear Valley Lake Mountain Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Valley Lake Mountain Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Valley Lake Mountain Cabin located?

This family-friendly Arnold chalet is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Stanislaus National Forest and Calaveras Big Trees State Park. White Pines Lake and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

pam l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dorrington family fun
property was clean, charming, great for families, loved the peaceful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic family friendly cabin
Loved staying here with my kids (4 & 6) and our friends and their kids (under 1, 5 & 7)! Great spaces, very comfortable, well appointed kitchen and amenities for kids (pack and play, toys, pool table)! There is a closed door bedroom in the loft in addition to the two twin beds. That bedroom can get a little cold even with the wood stove on so just come with warm clothes! Rooms in lower level are very comfortable and with more floor space than I had thought. Nice neighbors as well! About 40 minutes drive (no snow or ice on roads) to Bear Valley so it was very manageable to get there in the morning for ski lessons. Very responsive and welcoming host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Viswanath S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving trip to Sierra Nevada
We made a two-day trip to the Sierra Nevada mountains during the Thanksgiving holidays. We were two families, us and our longtime friends that have spent many fun-filled vacations together over several years. The stay was good, we spent time a fair amount of time indoors given the relatively short period of sunlight. The cabin was clean, comfortable and well-stocked with supplies, games and good connectivity. Playing pool, watching Netflix and cooking meals were the highlight of the time spent at the cabin. For the most part, everything worked well, as noted in the description. The one sore point was during the check-in - the entrance was almost inaccessible due to the pileup of snow at the front door, that had not been cleared. Arriving late evening after a busy day and a long drive, we found ourselves having to shovel snow for about 20 mins to clear the path to the front door. Not something we were expecting to do on arrival. Sincerely suggest hiring a company to clear snow during winters. Besides that, everything else was great, as noted.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isabel K., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, cozy A frame ❤️
This is such a sweet, cozy cabin! The pool table was a hit with my kiddos. The location is great. We enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Getaway!
Our family went for a visit to Big Trees to celebrate my kiddos birthday with our family-the cabin was perfect. Comfortable, well laid out, and spacious for all 7 of us (with extra room to spare!). My kids loved the pool table, which they had never before played- and I think that was the big hit of the weekend! We enjoyed BBQing one night on the deck, which was fun. There were tons of games, dvds, toys, etc which was so nice to have access to with our young kids. Victoria, the host, was very responsive and friendly. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home! We can’t wait to be back-my boys are already asking about visiting “the red house”.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience!
We had a fabulous time here. The cabin is in a great location. It feels like you are secluded away from everything but it's only a quick 10 minute drive into town for dining, shopping or market. The cabin itself is well stocked with anything and everything you could need. There were tons of board games, puzzles, books, Wii, TV's, pool table. The home was very clean and communication was very easy. We will definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Karrie A.

Nice winter weekend!
Hello - Great weekend, clean house and comfortable beds! A few tips for the cleaning crew: - The dishwasher was full and clean, but not unloaded - The coffee machine was dirty with old, smelly grounds - There were beer bottles left out on the porch by the grill and trash/bottles on the front yard area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love it and will recommend 💯
We love it and we recommend 💯 And hope we go soon for snow ❄️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eun Gyu K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Memorial weekend
Great for 2 families, 7 people. Tons of board gaming things and super comfortable WiFi! Just as shown amenities. Minutes to go Calaveras Big tree SP. Friendly host and well maintained cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

zcoscuda ..

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything!
Property as described. Nice to be able to use fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Snow Weekend Away
Great stay with a group of 12 year olds for a birthday weekend to the snow! Plenty of fun in the cabin... Stocked with everything we needed to keep a group of 12 year olds entertained! This cabin has all the basics and more needed. It’s cozy, clean, quiet and off the main road. We had a wonderful weekend away with our son and his buddies!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this place. We can’t wait to make a return trip.
My wife and I took 6 kids (teens and preteens) with us to celebrate our oldest daughters 16th birthday. It was such a relief to walk into this place and find absolutely everything to be perfect for all of our needs. Snowed while we were there so got to play a lot in the nearby sno-parks. The property had a nice drier which made it easy to dry out snow clothes. The cabin was beautiful inside and out. Plenty of room for all of us and comfortable furniture, bedding, and plenty of bath towels/linens. The kids enjoyed playing upstairs in the loft which has a nice pool table, and it made for a great “teen” hangout. Thanks again to the owner!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We loved this place! Victoria was very responsive and helpful. Very well equipped cabin! Thank you! We have a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin!!! Loved it!
Loved the house! It was clean. Love the loft and pool table. Loved the fire pit outside! Love the location. The TV downstairs was confusing. We had to hook up our laptop to it. The TV upstairs wasn’t hooked up to cable or device to watch anything. Couldn’t figure out the karaoke microphone. But we still had fun playing pool. The floors were soo slippery!!! No shoes in house so with socks on people were slipping and falling.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

shannon s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for quiet or adventure
This is a great location to stay, and hopefully we'll be able to enjoy again. Quiet area to sit and relax on the patio. Good wifi, so if you don't have a choice and have to still work. Pool table was a big hit. Big Trees is 5-10 minutes away, for a great hike adventure. Alpine lake took about 30 mins. We kayaked, enjoyed the view, and made a relaxing time of it at the end. **The only reason cleanliness got a 4 out 5 was that it does need a good high beam and ceiling dusting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P., Ripon, California

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Choose this cabin!
We picked this cabin on a whim at the last minute and we are so glad we did. The owner could not have been more friendly and helpful, and she chatted with me like an old friend. The cabin is in the quietest little neighborhood and my family and I took daily walks on the street together to look at the cabins, deer, and squirrels. It is super close to Big Trees and Lake Alpine so we did both of those adventures and had a wonderful time each day. The cabin has big bedrooms and the cutest decor. It is obvious that the owners worked hard to renovate this place into something special. The kids loved the loft area with the pool table and lights above the beds. My only complaint was the housekeeping. The floors had definitely not been swept and there was breakfast from the last visitors scattered around. For some reason there was toilet paper wrapped around the lamp switches, and there were giant cobwebs throughout the cabin. There were pubic hairs in both tubs. When we visited, there were new Covid-19 cleaning requirements, and so the housekeepers were overwhelmed trying to sanitize surfaces, but it was unfortunate that some of the basic cleaning was not done. I went to work cleaning up the place as soon as we arrived, and the owner was super sweet and did everything she could from afar to make it right. This was most likely only an issue because of the new requirements and our last minute booking. Overall, staying at this cabin was the highlight of our summer and we hope to be back someday. Do not hesitate to book here!

10/10 Excellent

Cristina O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house, great location, very comfortable
Really loved our stay at Victoria’s cabin. It was comfortable all around (beds, shower, very very well stocked kitchen). The cabin is perfect for kids. Great space, interesting things to look at, endless stuff to tinker with outside. Super nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marcin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful cabin from which to enjoy bear valley
This cabin is a wonderful place to stay, in a good location. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking at home, and the deck is a great place to eat it. Arnold is close for supplies, while Bear Valley is 30 minutes away for enjoying nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Mountain Getaway
Cabin is clean, well appointed, and conveniently located. Great spot for a nice mountain getaway and a short drive to endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Highly recommend this spot.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K., Sacramento, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great for going to Big Trees. The house is cute and perfect for families.
Check in was super easy. The beds were comfortable. It was a great home for kids with the pool table and twin beds. The bathrooms were clean. The kitchen worked well for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy R., Mountain View, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin getaway
We loved staying in this beautiful cabin, nestled in the forest. The location was perfect for us: an easy drive to downtown Arnold and 20 minutes to Bear Valley skiing. The rooms were spacious and the cabin had all the amenities we could ever hope for. We can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Morgan M., West Coast, USA

Great amenities for families...the pool table was a hit with our teens!
The photos are an accurate portrayal of the cabin. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space and we found the kitchen well stocked for our needs. The location is great! Close to Bear Valley, Lake Alpine and Big Trees but not as crowded as Blue Lake Springs. Murphies and Mercer Caverns is just a quick drive as well. The cabin is tastefully decorated and has plenty of puzzles, games and even a karaoke machine (though we didn’t use it.) The only down side was there being only one shower (up stairs) but our party of 7 managed fine. Also, bring your own pillows...I think this probably holds true for 99% of rentals but I always forget! We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A., Modesto

Bear Valley chalet
We had a very comfortable stay. The home was clean and inviting. The area was very peaceful and beautiful. I will definitely consider this property again!! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

ashley a.

Loved it!!
My kids loved our stay. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tamara K.

Perfect cabin for 8
This was a very nice cabin for a 3 day getaway for our family of 8. It was nicely decorated, furnished, and very comfortable. We enjoyed trying out many of the suggestions left by our host. It was a very enjoyable time of some adventure and relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Victoria Santa Maria

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We are a Bay Area family that enjoys spending time in the beautiful Sierra Mountains.

Why they chose this property

This family chalet offers a wonderful setting to unwind and relax with the amenities that provide modern conveniences like wifi, cable, a pool table, furnace, wood stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer, etc.

What makes this property unique

3 flat screen TVs; Xfinity Flex Box to sign into with your own account; Wifi; Gas BBQ grill (Spring, Summer and Fall); Pool table; Large, flat 1/2 acre lot with giant redwoods; Kitchen w/ plates/silverware/pots/pans/etc.

Languages:

English
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