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Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding

Family-friendly cabin in Arnold

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Surrounded by tranquil trees, this luxurious cabin offers a warm welcome with its Smart TV, renovated kitchen and spacious open floor plan. Gather with loved ones on the expansive wrap-around deck or relax beside the wood-burning stove.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding

Escape to our updated cabin in the heart of the Sierras! Just 8 minutes to Big Trees State Park and 25 from Lake Alpine, it’s a perfect base camp for hiking, fishing, stargazing & skiing, and perfect for families, friends, and pets!

Sleeping Arrangements
• 2 private bedrooms: 1 King + 1 Queen
• Spacious open loft: Queen bed + twin youth bunk beds
• Crib and pack ’n play provided

Family-Ready Amenities
• High chair, kids toys, games & puzzles
• Smart TV with streaming (Peacock+ included)
• Plush carpets and cozy wood-burning stove (BYO firewood)

Chef’s Kitchen
Fully stocked with dishwasher, air fryer, blender, orange juicer, espresso & drip coffee makers, pots, pans, spices, and more! Coffee and tea complimentary.

Outdoor Living
• Wrap-around deck with dining table & charcoal grill
• Nearly 1 acre of land + open lot next door = max privacy. Our sloped yard doubles as a private sledding hill!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Safety features

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

General

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please load and start the dishwasher before leaving! Used towels can be left in the bathrooms.
Please do NOT leave trash outside! We would appreciate if you would take any trash that is in excess of the under-sink bin with you! Please contact us with questions!
Turn NEST thermostat back to 55 and lock up, turning off all lights and any electric baseboard heaters.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We are happy to accommodate pets. However, we have had problems in the past. Therefore, if a pet leaves a mess we WILL charge you accordingly.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Camp Connell, CA

What's nearby

  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • White Pines Lake - 11 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Snack Shack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Giant Burger - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Camp Connell General Store - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding located?

Located in Arnold, this family-friendly cabin is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Arnold Rim Trail and White Pines Lake. Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Meadowmont Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Kid+Dog-Friendly! Big Deck, BBQ, Private Sledding Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kyle H.

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

Relaxing

Relaxing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Gem in the woods - great host!

Nice house, well-equipped. Extremely responsive host to any questions before/during our stay. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian D.

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

Great trip

Everything we had hoped the vacation would be. Had a great time! Definitely looking forward to making more memories there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Beautiful cabin

We enjoyed our stay and will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

5 Stars!

Absolutely loved our stay! The home was beautifully decorated, and even better than the photos. Every detail was thoughtfully prepared — from the cozy linens to the fully stocked kitchen. The location was perfect: peaceful and close to everything we needed. Amanda was incredibly responsive and made sure we had everything for a comfortable stay. We felt right at home and can't wait to come back. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing, worry-free getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorvis A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Winter Getaway

This is our second year renting this cabin for Christmas it was beautiful, clean, and updated features.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Brian H.

Nice Clean and Quiet Place

This was a nice clean and quiet place.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Adorable get away!

Loved our stay. Clean and comfy with nice touches. Great location with lots of restaurants, shops, and outdoor fun. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Alissa C.

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

Great place

The cabin was nice and clean. It was hot, and would have benefited from more fans, but in general was a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Beautiful, clean, and relaxing.

Beautiful kitchen Great easy to operate woodstove peaceful setting
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8/10 Good

Bonnie G.

Beautiful

Great location at least for hiking in the area and at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. So grateful for being a dog friendly home. Convenient to Arnold for huge selection of organic groceries.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

Newer Kitchen and bathrooms

This property is clean and I appreciate that the kitchen and 2 bathrooms are updated. I love that they also allow dogs.

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Clean and comfortable

Plenty of space in this clean and comfortable cabin. Enough space from neighbors and quiet. Will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Great cozy place!

We loved our stay! We had a fire in the fireplace, walked around the neighborhood, and even sledded right in the yard! The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed, wifi was fast and the smart TV was great. The space was perfect for a romantic getaway and our dog loved it! Nice and secluded, very close to Arnold and all skiing/snow park activities. Will DEFINITELY be back!

10/10 Excellent

Jorvis A.

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

Great winter wonderland

Check in was at 4p we arrived at 2:30p was able to call the property manager and check in early. The cabin was clean and all of the amenities looked newly updated. The cabin was really nice inside and out. I loved that we could sled and play in the snow right there on the property. They had pots and pans, coffee maker and even a washer/dryer. I will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

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

Great house

The house was fine and the kitchen is well stocked. The information for check in needs to be more complete re the keypad and the key needed to get in. Thankfully I asked about it before we got there and we were able to get in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie J.

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

Perfect cabin

This is our fourth time to the area, staying in various cabins. We all agree that this one is our favorite! We wanted a place where we wouldn’t have to drive to go sledding and this place delivered. Snow literally right outside the door. Kids played in the snow on the deck and went sledding right outside the door. Very clean place with the perfect mix of modern home and cozy cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Matt L.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

our fam’s review

We thought the property and home were beautiful and in a good location! The kitchen was fully stocked, updated appliances and overall nicely decorated. Our only criticism was that it smelt like animal urine, especially when sitting on the floor and on the couch. We loved that it was pet friendly and ultimately was why we booked it but the smell was very overpowering. Also, upon checking in we were never sent in check in information so we had to call when we got there. Other than those two things, we loved it! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kate O.

Clean, well-appointed cabin in a great location -- we'll be back!

We absolutely loved our stay at this cozy and well-appointed mountain cabin. It was so clean when we arrived, which is one of the top things I look for in a rental, so we were off to a great start. We were two couples traveling with a toddler as well as two dogs, and we couldn’t have been more comfortable. Because the bedrooms are situated on different levels (each floor with a bathroom), it’s a great situation for two families or multiple couples traveling together. We gave our daughter the bedroom and slept in the loft, which was a perfect situation for us. Beyond the great sleeping situation, we were really happy with how well-appointed the cabin was. The kitchen is recently updated and has pretty much everything you’d need to cook big dinners every night. Pots, pans, utensils, coffee maker, pasta strainer, you name it. Beyond the cabin itself, the location couldn’t be more perfect. It’s in a quiet neighborhood (great for long morning walks), close to coffee and downtown Arnold, and a short drive away from a variety of lakes that are great for swimming and water activities in the summer, and what I imagine are fabulous snow activities in the winter. We have already booked our second stay, this time for the winter! We already can’t wait to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and inviting home with loads of privacy. Literally 6 mins from Calaveras Big Trees state park. Our family of six felt like we were staying at relative’s house. The kitchen was pristine and well stocked as well as the bathrooms. The beds were all clean and comfortable with an abundance of extra pillows and blankets as needed. Amanda was the best at responding and was such a flexible and gracious host. Overall, my family had a wonderful time and would not hesitate to highly recommend this cabin! A++!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maia E.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Amanda's home! She was super communicative, the Adirondack chairs on the deck were magical to sit and look over the trees, and we enjoyed the well-stocked and cozy atmosphere! Will be back next summer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hauke N.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025