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Pinecone Cottage • Hot Tub •Firepit, Espresso, Ski Bear Valley, Couples Love It!

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Enjoy the Comfy Living Room
Plently of flat parking off front porch
Back Deck
Mmmm Espresso, Drip, and French Press
Enjoy the Comfy Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Dorrington, CA
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Arnold Rim Trail
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Loft Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Pinecone Cottage • Hot Tub •Firepit, Espresso, Ski Bear Valley, Couples Love It!

Welcome to Evergreen Dorrington Pinecone Cottage!
Pinecone Cottage is an inviting cabin set in a wooded area in the quiet community of Dorrington -- a perfect year-round destination. Visiting Big Trees State Park? Use our pass and one car goes for free!

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING
CENTRAL HEAT* and the PELLET STOVE will keep your family nice and warm in the winter!

LIVING ROOM & DINING ROOM
The intimate LIVING ROOM area is a lovely place to spend evenings having a snack or beverage, chatting with friends and family, or relaxing in front of the Smart TV. The DINING ROOM table seats six.

The KITCHEN has a dishwasher, microwave, gas range, and oven, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, and is equipped with plenty of pots and pans, dishes, silverware, and accessories.

SLEEPING SPACES:: (sleeps six)

Ground Floor
* Bedroom #1 - One Queen bed.
* Bedroom #2 - One Queen bed.

Upstairs:
* Small open LOFT (not a separate room with a door)
* One Trundle Day Bed with 2 twin mattresses

BATHROOMS: 2 full bathrooms (upstairs and downstairs).

FOR COFFEE LOVERS – We provide locally roasted coffee from Gold Country Roasters in Murphys. Brew it your way with either:

* Espresso Machine (Breville Barista Express) - we provide the beans; you bring the milk
* Drip Coffee
* French Press
* Keurig Machine

Other things you will LOVE:

* Four-person HOT TUB - relax under the stars!
* EV charger available (Level 2 J1772 plug) - see fees below.
* Inflatable standup paddle board
* FAST WIFI (250+Mbps) - Stream Away!!
* Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ , HBOMax, ESPN+ INCLUDED
* Nintendo Switch game console with Mario Kart, etc.
* Whole House Generator to keep the lights on during power outages.
* Board games and books (especially kids' books).

PARKING
* FLAT Driveway, with plenty of parking (2-3 cars). We keep it PLOWED all winter, but in a big storm, you may have to clear doorways yourselves with available shovels.
We do not live locally but are available by phone, email, or through the app. Our wonderful cleaner is available on-location for immediate needs.

PET POLICY:
You are welcome to bring along up to two well-behaved, house-trained dogs. We charge a flat $125 for up to two pets. Please describe your furry friends and their behavior/personality when you book!

RENTAL AGREEMENT AND SECURITY DEPOSIT ($250)
After you book, we’ll send you a quick link to sign our standard Rental Agreement. It just takes a minute and must be done within 48 hours to lock in your reservation.
We also place a $250 security deposit hold on your credit card. It’s not a charge, just a hold, and it gets released within 5 days after checkout.
These steps are part of our process and separate from the listing site. You’ll need to complete both the agreement and deposit hold before we can send your door code and check-in info.

TRASH REMOVAL FEE ($150):
For your convenience, we have installed a bear box with both a trash and recycling can. Trash day is every MONDAY morning and recycling is picked up every other MONDAY.

We installed the bear box in the hopes that you won't have to take your trash out with you. But we obviously can't guarantee that the cans will be empty when you arrive. At checkout, please take any trash that does not fit in the bear box with you to the local dump. There is a convenient free trash dump on your way out of town in Avery (more directions/instructions provided after booking).

If you choose to leave overflow trash INSIDE THE CABIN, we will charge a $150 trash removal fee because we will have to pay someone to take it to the dump. If all of your trash fits in the bear box, there will be no charge.

EV CHARGING FEE
We charge $0.50/kWh for charging. Depending on your booking platform we will either charge the credit card we have on file or request the payment through the app after checkout.

WEATHER AND OUTAGES:
No refunds for storms, poor regional air quality, or weather-related outages (Comcast, PG&E, etc).

In the winter we strongly encourage you to drive a 4-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) vehicle and/or be experienced with tire chains.
We encourage you to stay informed as best you can about weather forecasts and any planned electric utility outages. The cabin has an automatic generator to supply power to the house during a power outage.

The generator will not, however, maintain broadband internet or cable television if the Comcast substations go down due to a widespread power outage. We may have an emergency internet workaround, but that is not guaranteed. We do the best we can to provide you with full amenities, but rural mountain life has its challenges!

We encourage you to consider purchasing a separate low-cost travel insurance policy that can provide you coverage for last-minute cancellations. As part of the Evergreen Dorrington booking process, we offer you the option to purchase trip insurance from a 3rd party provider.

CELL PHONE COVERAGE
Please note: cell phone reception is limited in the Arnold/Dorrington area. VERIZON (and its partners like Tracfone, and Xfinity Mobile) tends to be the only provider that works.

Property manager

Chelsea Vaughn
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
$125 flat fee for up to 2 pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You must eSign the separate Evergreen Dorrington Rental Agreement 48 Hours After Booking.
You agree to pay the $150 trash removal fee if any bags of trash are left at the property
You must provide a credit credit card for security deposit hold

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this cabin is in the mountains. Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and Murphys Creek Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Meadowmont Golf Course. Leland Meadows and Twain Harte Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Dorrington, CA

What's nearby

  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • White Pines Lake - 13 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Giant Burger - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Vaquero Authentic Mexican - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bristol's Ranch House Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pinecone Cottage • Hot Tub •Firepit, Espresso, Ski Bear Valley, Couples Love It! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pinecone Cottage • Hot Tub •Firepit, Espresso, Ski Bear Valley, Couples Love It!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pinecone Cottage • Hot Tub •Firepit, Espresso, Ski Bear Valley, Couples Love It!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pinecone Cottage • Hot Tub •Firepit, Espresso, Ski Bear Valley, Couples Love It! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Arnold Rim Trail and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course. Meadowmont Golf Course and Sierra Nevada Logging Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

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

5-star stay

This is a great cabin. The attention to detail really made this a 5-star stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Great stay!

Wonderful property, clean, comfy, thoughtfully provisioned. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

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

Great property excellent service

Host was friendly and super accommodating including allowing us to checkin early so we didnt miss our beloved 49ers game! Great cabin well stocked and communication when we had qiestions was fast. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B., Walnut Creek, CA

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

Perfect for 4-6 people

We loved the cabin and would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Absolutely perfect

Really enjoyed everything about this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan C.

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

A trip to remember

Everything was awesome! Beautiful home. Beautiful area. Tons of fun for everyone. Host is very polite and friendly.Very communicative. Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., Rocklin, California

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

Relaxing getaway

Comfortable home with all the accommodations including a nice jacuzzi and pellet stove. Host was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

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

Great Place To Stay!

Great location, perfect home away from home! This cabin was so cute and cozy, it was very clean and so nicely decorated! It was well stocked and you can see the pride in ownership as soon as you arrive. Chelsea and Bobby have gone above and beyond to make everything very comfortable for their guests. They have thought of everything even an app that provides all the information you need during your stay. We will def book again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine H.

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

Excellent stay! We'll be back again!

The house was wonderful and we were very happy with our stay. We had no complaints and the hosts were very responsive. We plan to stay again in the summer to be able to partake in more local trails. We stayed when there was still a good amount of snow on the ground, but it was refreshing to walk our dog around the neighborhood with all the beautiful snow. Would totally recommend this rental to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Great experience

Overall great trip. The lodge was clean and well maintained. The hot tub was a highlight. In addition, Bobby provided amazing customer service when we bumped into a local issue with PG&E cutting off power in the neighborhood. We would definitely come back.

10/10 Excellent

Brook M.

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

Winter wonderland

Wow we can’t say enough about this cabin. Our family of 5 has the best time. Kids played in the snow for hours daily, hot tub fun while it snowed, played Atari, board games and watching movies. We loved all the special touches like the biscotti’s and cookies. The cabin has everything you need. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Wonderful Family Cabin with All the Amenities

Our family of 3 plus little dog had a fantastic stay at the Pinecone Cottage. We loved the jacuzzi after long days of skiing. We loved that the kitchen had all of the cooking utensils, pots, pans, and appliances we needed for meals. The WiFi was reliable, and we had access to many streaming services and movies. The beds were comfortable! The towels were plentiful! The driveway was plowed each morning! Chelsea and Bobby are thoughtful hosts, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Christine V.

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

Home away from home

We came here to celebrate my son’s 12th birthday and had a great time. The property was clean and well- equipped, we cooked both nights we were there. The hot tub was a treat, as was the sno park pass! Chelsea was always quick to respond and a great communicator. Love the neighborhood, and how well- groomed the streets were even after snowfall. I would love to stay here again! Thank you Chelsea!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We had a beautiful time! A girls weekend, way overdue! We loved the pellet stove fireplace, the espresso machine, the hot-tub and the openness of the kitchen/living space. The beds were super comfortable and the kitchen was very well stocked! Loved the thoughtful touches like the complimentary bottle of wine, chocolates and sweet guestbook. The digital manual Chelsea sent, prior to our arrival, was a great reference tool. Thank you, Chelsea!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Great stay!

We loved our time at the Pinecone Cottage. Beautiful place, nice hot tub, safe area. The girls loved roasting marshmallows over the outdoor firepit. The only thing I hadn't considered was that there is no fence for the doggo so I had to take him out on a leash. I could have just left him tied outside on the leash if he didn't have separation anxiety. Communication was great. The whole process was easy. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie P.

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

Absolutely perfect

This property was an absolutely perfect getaway for our family. Chelsea and Bobby are the best possible hosts and thought of every last detail to make our trip exactly what we were hoping it would be. Check-in was seamless, the home was spotless, and everything worked exactly as indicated. We were there in the winter and the roads and driveway were plowed just as described in the listing, and we had more entertainment options indoors than we could even get to during our stay. The hot tub was clean and warmed up quickly, and our whole family enjoyed that feature so much. We were so happy we chose this home to rent for our family trip to the snow, and we hope to rent from Chelsea and Bobby again soon, as they were the easiest hosts to work with that I’ve ever rented from. Wonderful stay—highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D., Martinez, CA

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

A Wonderful Stay at Evergreen!

We had an amazing time at the Evergreen Pinecone Cottage! The cottage was super cozy and was well appointed with all the amenities. The tall A-frame windows have beautiful views of the pines and keep you connected with the outdoors, which was really nice with 6-7 feet of snow on the ground! The hot tub was wonderful and espresso machine was so much fun in the mornings. Chelsea and Bobby were amazing hosts, they had awesome communication and provided clear details on everything including providing an app for quick reference. The Dorrington area was quiet and peaceful and loved taking our pups on long walks through the neighborhood and narrow snow lined streets. Overall, the cottage was very clean and cozy with tons of character and had all the amenities of home. We loved our stay and would highly recommend the Evergreen Cottage for a relaxing and carefree vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriane B.

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

Just book it

Lovely location, amongst the trees and very quiet so you it feels secluded although it is part of a nice neighborhood. Access to the neighborhood community pool and playground was awesome, fire pit and hot tub were amazing, well equipped house including espresso machine. Appreciated small touches like the phone charging cords for the three common charging plugs, and easy to remember door lock code. We had a few questions along the way and the owner was very helpful and replied very quickly. Only issue is that the upper half of the taller windows was uncovered so light streamed in pretty early in the morning, but you kind of have to expect that from staying in a cute cabin in the woods so just make sure you bring an eye mask if you are not an early riser. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

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

Great spot for a family getaway.

The cabin was exactly as advertised and was a great place for our family to get away for a few days. Chelsea was extremely helpful with communication on things to do near by as well as different amenities that the town offers.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Lovely Stay at Pinecone Cottage!

We had a lovely stay at Pinecone Cottage and couldn’t have been happier. The cute cabin had everything we needed and the kitchen was very well stocked. The beds were comfy and we appreciated the little touches like the phone chargers and how everything was clearly labeled. They even have a digital house manual that helps explains the house very clearly. The location was also perfect, since we spent a lot of time at the local lakes and the Lube Room! Chelsea was very attentive to our needs and was a great host. We look forward to coming back in the winter and enjoying some snow fun, too!
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10/10 Excellent

Tuyen T.

Perfect family stay in nature without any fuss.

We enjoyed our time at the cabin very much and found it comfortable, clean, and spacious for our needs. The neighborhood is blissfully quiet. The kitchen was well stocked. Our favorite gathering place was the backyard deck where we would unwind from a day of swimming, hiking, and kayaking. We have zero complaints and the reservation was painless.
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10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Very Nice Clean Cabin

Very clean and well equipped cabin. We had a great time and would definitely return. Host is friendly and responsive. Very nice forest neighborhood.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

We can’t wait to go back

The Pinecone Cottage is truly special. It’s clean, well decorated, has a really cozy lay out and a kitchen with plenty of cooking items. The espresso machine is a real treat. The hot tub is such a fun experience as well. As always the owners of these special homes think of everything. They are very responsive and helpful if needed. We look forward to another stay at Pinecone Cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Carly S.

Amazing accommodations and can’t wait to come back!

Amazing stay at an awesome spot! House had everything we needed and then some. Loved the coffee bar with the variety of syrups- what a surprise! Really appreciated the website for the house that had all the details we would need in one place- including recommendations for restaurants. The pass to Big Trees was also a bonus that was unexpected and came in useful. Hot tub was state of the art and added that touch of luxury to our mountain escape. Beds were comfortable, house was clean and the back deck was an amazing place to relax and recharge. We can’t wait to come back!

About the host

Hosted by Chelsea Vaughn

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I am Chelsea Vaughn, proud co-owner of Evergreen Dorrington Chalet and Cottage.
I am a Colorado native who loves to travel, hike, and spend quality time with family and friends. I love Dorrington because it gives me a taste of the Rockies, but is much closer to my Bay Area home! Welcoming guests to Evergreen Dorrington properties has been a joy.

Why they chose this property

Having traveled with our family to the Arnold area for several years we decided to make Dorrington our second home. We hoped to find a home that would give us 4-season fun and the benefit of that clean mountain air! Skiing, hiking, biking, and kayaking are what we love about the area, and now our dream has come true. We really like being part of the Arnold/Dorrington community and want to share our home with like-minded people.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests