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Gorgeous Chalet in 400 acre gated park. Near Twain Harte, Pinecrest&Dodge Ridge

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Exterior
Property grounds
Close to Dodge & Other fun activities
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Long Barn, CA
  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Twain Harte Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Black Oak Casino
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Loft #1

1 Queen Bed

Loft #2

1 Double Bed

Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 1

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom main

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Gorgeous Chalet in 400 acre gated park. Near Twain Harte, Pinecrest&Dodge Ridge

Nestled in a small valley surrounded by the Stanislaus Forest, this chalet style cabin located in the gated Sierra Park offers the beauty, comfort, and relaxation you are looking for.
From the moment you pass through the gate and drive down into Sierra Park- it feels like you are taking a step back into a simpler time. The smell of the sugar pines, listening to the bull frogs in the lake, and the dark sky full of stars always reminds me of my time at summer camp in the Sierras. This truly is a four seasons destination- the green grass and wildflowers in the Spring; Summer brings the warmth of the sun, fun times on the lake, and beautiful evenings on the deck; Apples in the orchard, and the golden leaves in the Fall, and of course Winter brings the beautiful snow covered trees and cozy fires in the wood burning stove.
Once inside the house - you will be reminded of an Austrian or Swiss ski chalet, with beautiful custom pine woodwork throughout the house. A covered gazebo on the deck in summer provides shade and an "outdoor living area" for your afternoons at the house.
The kitchen is fully stocked with pans, appliances, and utensils for easy preparation of meals. The new Charbroil BBQ is ready for BBQs with family and friends!

The large living room is designed to remind you of being in a rustic lodge- with plenty of space to gather with extended family and friends. The fire in the wood burning stove makes the place extra cozy. Every bedroom has been designed to be a place where you can escape to relax, read, or take a nap. You're in cabin relaxation mode here!
When you venture out there is plenty of fun for everyone here- enjoy the playground, basketball court and the lake in Sierra Park, or play golf and pickle ball in Twain Harte. there are lots of places to explore for beautiful hikes, horseback riding, boating on Pinecrest Lake, fishing at Kennedy Meadows etc. Yosemite is an easy day trip. In the winter, skiing at Dodge Ridge is close by, and snow play at Leland Meadows...the possibilities for fun are endless!
My hope is that you'll disconnect and completely relax here. But if you need to get online, there is high speed wifi available at the house.
Just under 3 hours from San Jose- the drive up here once you pass Oakdale is beautiful-with rolling hills, horses, and cattle ranches.. Come visit!

Property manager

Dana Christensen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Long Barn

Located in Long Barn, this chalet is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Merrill Spring and Stoddard Spring, while Sierra Repertory Theater and Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Long Barn, CA

What's nearby

  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Twain Harte Lake - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 23 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Dodge Ridge Ski Resort - 26 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Dodge Ridge - 41 min drive - 20.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Alicia's Sugar Shack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Eproson House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rock of Twain Harte - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Zoe Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Local Press - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Chalet in 400 acre gated park. Near Twain Harte, Pinecrest&Dodge Ridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Chalet in 400 acre gated park. Near Twain Harte, Pinecrest&Dodge Ridge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Chalet in 400 acre gated park. Near Twain Harte, Pinecrest&Dodge Ridge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Chalet in 400 acre gated park. Near Twain Harte, Pinecrest&Dodge Ridge located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly chalet is within 6 mi (10 km) of Chief William Fuller Monument, Merrill Spring, and Stoddard Spring. Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Brentwood Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Chalet

My family and I loved our stay at Dana’s Chalet. It was so spacious for my family of 6. It was so clean and had everything stocked that we would need. And Dana kept checking in on us to make sure everything was to our liking. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie and Lorenzo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cabin

Hi this is a charming cabin that is well maintained and clean. The kitchen is well stocked and there were lots of games for the kids. The only thing I would be aware of is the stairs to the second floor are quite steep so young children need to be well supervised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

keith d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cabin experience

Classic charm with modern amenities. Truly a magical experience. Thank you Dana!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great winter retreat when visitng Dodge Ridge

I brought a group of Dads and Sons up for a weekend of skiing/boarding up at Dodge Ridge.Cabin was a good size, and well appointed. Plenty of beds and all the basics. Kitchen was well stocked with what we needed.The owner was communicative and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lien D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed cabin in a great location!

We had a comfortable stay at the cabin with 2 families with young children. The community has a playground and lake for the kids to play and only 15 minutes to Pinecrest lake. The bathrooms are updated and the beds are comfortable. We will be back in the winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Family Weekend!

The property is in a lovely gated community that is quiet and safe. The host was an excellent communicator and made sure we were well taken care of. The property was clean, comfortable, and warm. We enjoyed a short drive to Dodge Ridge on nicely plowed roads after a sizable snowfall. Powder turns and smiles were plentiful : ). Back at the cabin, the trees, lake, and surroundings were so beautiful with the newly fallen snow. We enjoyed our time together cooking in the well-equipped kitchen, snuggling watching movies by the warm and efficient wood stove, and gazing at the stars and snow from the lovely and large back deck. We are all smiles from our very special family weekend together.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We’ll be back!

This cabin is a gem. Dana has placed great thought into every inch of her property. It was exactly as advertised. Our family had a wonderful time there. You can see the pride and detail the owners have in this place. It had everything we needed to unwind and focus on relaxing. We will be back. This was our first time ever using VRBO or the other one. Dana has set the bar high for anyone opening up their home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil R., Livermore

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun trip in the Mountains

Took my family to Longbarn. It was a great cabin spotless. It is a great location for winter or summer. It has a park for the kids and basketball hoops for the big kids close to snow skiing, ice skating, and Pine Crest.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Burlingame

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our second home

This was our third stay in less than a year and it now feels like our second home. A great spot for skiing at Dodge Ridge or just time spent in a quiet and beautiful location. The home is well equipped, clean, and the owner is thoughtful in all the amenities. As a long-time VRBO user this property is definitely a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous, Soul Nourishing Retreat

Dana’s home is just gorgeous and the deck facing the pond is now my happy place in my mind. The cabin is so beautiful and the decor lovely. Dana’s thoughtful attention to detail is evident everywhere you look. There is the best coffee station I have ever seen, an abundance of books, sweet details like s’mores ingredients, and the most comfortable seating in abundance. The bathrooms are gorgeous too - so well designed and decorated. The deck was just gorgeous!!! The lovely cabana/gazebo was decorated so perfectly that I was taking notes for my home. I actually found the lovely wind chime that was on the deck and bought it for me home. When you walk out onto the deck you are met with this incredibly fresh, green smell that just immediately brings a sense of ease and calmness within your body. I could have spent the whole time on the deck. The gazebo provides lovely shade and you can also sunbathe if you like. Dans took such care in making sure her home was so clean and cool for us (there was a heatwave while we were visiting). The trails around the pond were so fun to explore with our kids and the playground in this gated community was a delight! There was even a little improvised honor system booksale on the school bus stop bench that we bought some books at. And a dog park too in the complex! Everything about our stay was beyond lovely. And Dana is the nicest and most thoughtful host. We will definitely be back! Thank you for a gorgeous, magical time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Burlingame

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical experience

We had a wonderful stay and magical experience - with feet of snow each day. It's a beautiful home in a serene location. In the house, anything you could possibly need is at your fingertips. Communication with the owner, Dana, was excellent. We will undoubtedly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Livermore

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice family house...

Nice clean place with big open living room and porch. Area close to pinecrest and would be great for summer months also. Two of the main bedrooms are lofts / set up very nice but are open to the main lofted living room. But worked great for our family event!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Chalet!

We had a great stay at a beautiful mountain home. The property was as exactly advertised. Extremely clean and well stocked. More than enough room for the 8 people in our extended family for the three nights. Views of the meadow/ lake from the living room and large deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the snow

We had a wonderful, relaxing long weekend at Dana's beautiful cabin. So homey, cozy and well-stocked. My grandchildren (3 and 6 yrs) had a great time sledding and playing in the snow. Dana was very responsive and helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S., Ventura, Ca.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Winter Wonderland Ski Trip

The cabin is beautiful and the pictures are accurate! We enjoyed a long weekend, received close to 2' of snow at the cabin. There's a great view off the living area and the wood burning stove makes for a classic winter feel. Dana is a very gracious host and ensured our trip to her place was a success, she even called to make sure we made it out of the snow ok! We will definitely be booking we her again, and thank you Dana!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snowy Cabin with great view

My family had a wonderful time at this cabin. Beautiful views, large family space, and many memories made. Would recommend to friends and hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homey family atmosphere

The Christensen Cabin was welcoming, homey, comfortable, cozy, and perfect for our family’s Holiday gathering. Our hosts provides large selection of books, and games. Our family ranged from 2 to 80, they was something for everyone. We felt safe and secure nestled in the pines dusted with both rain and snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland

Place was great. Nice and clean. Great communication throughout from the owner. Would stay again for sure. Lucked out and got plenty of snow.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Spot!

We felt at home from the moment we walked in, the place was clean and cheery, everything we needed for a great stay was in place so we had a great family time. Very happy with our overall experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

don g., California

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week of July 17, 2022

Dana, the host was very attentive to our needs, replying quickly to our questions. Her home is inviting and fully equipped. Loved sitting on the deck in early morning listening to a variety of birds, and viewing the landscape including the pond, very peaceful. Spent a nice week with family, plan to return. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect annual family get-a-way spot!

All I can say is, wow, where do I begin! We new that the cabin would be beautiful from the photos, and being such a close drive to Pinecrest lake in one direction, and Sonora for good eats and beer gardens in the other is prime location. However once we actually got to this home, it was better than we could have imagined. I contacted Dana before our trip to ask about a slightly earlier check in time, she was more than accommodating! The house guide and check in process is simple, and she gave me additional information prior to checking in so I had no questions once getting there. The property is behind a private gate which will be personalized to you to enter. The neighborhood is quiet and gorgeous. The balcony of the cabin looks over the large swimming pond, which had many children and families running around the beach, kayaking, and swimming. I even went on a run one of the mornings around the back of the pond where there are pretty trails and wild flower fields. It is just breath taking. The cabin itself was extremely clean and full of unique and homey details that were perfect for being in the mountains. Dana even left out fun little things for the kids like American flags, bead necklaces, bubbles, and miniature golf sets. The kitchen was stocked with anything you would need and more to cook and bbq any meal! The kids enjoyed the large living room, netflix available, and stash of board games under the stairs. There are plenty of placed to sleep, and our bed in the room downstairs was very comfortable. Both bathrooms are renovated beautifully with a walk in shower down stairs and a VERY large soaking tub upstairs! The back deck is where the adults spent most of their time as the view is impeccable. Pinecrest lake was about 15 minute drive through the mountains, but the beach was packed with kids and fun. Check out the outdoor movie theater while you are there! We would absolutely stay here again, and have already talked about booking it year after year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silvia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

Consistent communication from the start. The area was quiet and beautiful. The cabin stayed cool and was well equipped with kitchen supplies and bathroom necessities. Great view from the patio where we enjoyed our breakfast before our walks around the property. Nice neighbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alaa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home to stay

Awesome home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property!

Very comfortable, clean and well equipped. Lovely community! Dana is an excellent host. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anelia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful mountain cabin

We had a fantastic experience at Dana’s mountain home. The house was very beautifully and thoughtfully decorated, super clean and comfortable. The large living room allowed us to spend the evenings in a nice, warm atmosphere. The patio was very spacious and revealing picturesque views of the surrounding nature. It was furnished with new, well maintained patio furniture. The bedrooms were nicely decorated and with comfortable beds with electric blankets. The kitchen was very clean and fully stocked with everything we needed for our stay. The bathrooms were remodeled and extremely clean. Overall it exceeded our expectations and we had memorable time. We definitely will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dana Christensen

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Languages:

English