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Miscellaneous
Smart TV, offices
Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

The Sugar Pine Chalet

Welcome to the Sugar Pine Chalet, a cozy, recently renovated A-frame cabin nestled in the alpine forest just outside the quaint mountain town of Arnold. Come and enjoy the fresh mountain air, the smell of pine trees, and stunning scenery just a few hours from the busy Bay Area.

The space
The first level boasts an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. The living room features a comfy seating area, a wood-burning stove, and a TV with streaming access. Two bedrooms and one full bathroom are located on the main level, and the other bedroom and full bathroom is in the loft. The loft also offers a cozy seating area and workstation facing the pine trees seen through the large chalet windows.

The kitchen comes stocked with cooking essentials for your group. Outside, we have a propane grill and additional seating under an umbrella for shade.

Here a just a few of the amenities we offer during your stay to make traveling convenient and fun:

* Very speedy wifi
* A charming wood fireplace
* Modern air conditioning and heating
* Cabin games
* Cozy blankets and throws
* S’more roasting sticks
* Snowshoes
* Beach Towels
* 6 portable outdoor chairs for the lake
* Pack n Play (upon request)

A weekend in the woods is the place to be, regardless of the season.

* Come in the winter for skiing/snowboarding at Bear Valley Ski Resort or sledding and cross-country skiing straight from the cabin. There is nothing cozier than sipping hot chocolate and watching the snow fall through the large chalet windows.
* Summer fun include miles of hiking trails just steps from the cabin, golfing, wine-tasting in Murphys, kayaking and swimming in the nearby alpine lakes.
* Shoulder seasons are highly underrated, in our opinion. The weather is perfectly temperate, making it ideal for hiking, seeing the dogwood trees in bloom as well as experiencing the vibrant fall colors of the Sierra.

Guest access
You'll have access to everything, including .7 acres on our property to explore. You will be:

* 2 mins to the iconic Lube Room Saloon
* 5 mins to Calaveras Big Trees State Park to see larger-than-life Sequoias
* 5 mins to Camp Connell General Store for basic commodities and quirky oddities
* 15 mins to Big Trees market for all your grocery needs
* 15 mins to White Pines Lake to picnic and hike
* 15 mins to the Stanislaus River for fishing and beautiful picnic areas
* 25 Mins to Murphy's, the gold rush era town known for cute restaurants, boutiques, and wine tasting
* 30 Mins to Bear Valley Ski Resort for affordable skiing
* 30 mins to Lake Alpine for kayaking, swimming, and living that lake life

Other things to note
* We offer a garbage service, meaning you can leave your trash in our bear box instead of hauling it out with you.
* Power outages can occur without notice, most commonly in the Summer and Winter months, due to extreme weather. Luckily, we have a backup generator that turns on automatically if the power goes out.

Property manager

daniel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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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 - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

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

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
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 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

Property is also known as

The Sugar Pine Chalet Arnold
The Sugar Pine Chalet Private vacation home
The Sugar Pine Chalet Private vacation home Arnold

About the area

Map
Arnold, CA

What's nearby

  • Stanislaus National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 14 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Giant Burger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Snowshoe Brewery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪El Vaquero Authentic Mexican - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sugar Pine Chalet pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Sugar Pine Chalet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sugar Pine Chalet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sugar Pine Chalet located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Stanislaus National Forest and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Arnold Rim Trail and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

The Sugar Pine Chalet Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johanna R., Oakland, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
PERFECT SNOWY GETAWAY!
Daniel's place was perfect for our family of four (spouse, young adult daughter and teen son) plus our maltipoo pooch. It's located on a cul de sac street so there was no traffic at all driving by. We immediately felt right at home! The house was well decorated, clean, great natural lighting from all the windows, and comfortable. Every room has wall heaters so in the winter it's able to get nice and toasty warm. The driveway is not steep, so easy to drive up. Having a LARGE fenced in area for our dog is a big plus, though for this trip with all the snow, we played well beyond the boundaries of the fence. The house is perfectly located in the middle of everywhere you'd want to go, whether it's further up the mountain to to Lake Alpine/Bear Valley Ski Resort and sledding parks, or down to Big Trees park or Arnold for groceries. We had a few questions here and there, and Daniel responded promptly to all of them. We'll definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin for a great time!
Daniel was responsive and check in and out were easy. We appreciated the driveway plowed as we arrived right after a storm. The cabin is cozy and beautiful views from the living room. We loved being near Arnold and Bear Valley for skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

John O.

Needs Maintenance
Light bulbs were burnt out at the kitchen and dining room table. We ended up replacing 3 bulbs. The dining room fixture is in need of repair. One of the lamps did not work in the lower bedroom. The barbeque did not get hot enough, and we could not cook on it. 3 cooking utensils were dirty in the drawer. The cooktop was greasy and needed to be cleaned. The cover for the garbage disposal was missing. Lighting throughout the cabin was poor and made reading difficult. Light switches in the bedrooms did not turn on lights. There was only one pillowcase when we arrived.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect peaceful Getaway!
This place was ideal for me, my wife, and our dog! We came here for our five-year anniversary and had such a great time. There is great hiking, food, and fun in the area but my favorite thing was to read my book on the deck and bask in the sounds of the trees and birds. We are 100% coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in a clean cabin
Cabin was clean, well stocked. Great location for getting away. Quick and helpful communication from the owners. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
We had a great time at the cabin with family. It was comfy and tucked away into the trees. Close to Calaveras Big Trees park which was magnificent to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing week in the woods
We were 2 couples and stayed for a week. The cabin had everything we needed. No AC but we could cool it down at night with all the windows open and the 3 fans that were provided. Its a few degrees cooler than Arnold as it's about 1000 feet higher. Very quiet on the weekdays with few neighbors at home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend bliss
This comfy & tastefully decorated property made us feel right at home! Restoration and relaxation were the themes for the weekend — so close to Big Trees State Park, the best Big Apple pie ever, and Murphys downtown. We thoroughly enjoyed time at the cottage — reading, making s’mores & dining on the patio amid gorgeous pines & redwoods. Will look forward to returning again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place.
My family loved the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Nic cabin. Everything you need for a short stay. Very comfortable great view quiet. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay!
We loved our stay here. We visited in mid September and the weather was perfect! We spent most of our time on the large deck. The house does have neighbors but the houses are spaced out so nicely, you feel very secluded. It was very quiet and relaxing. The interior of the home was clean and the kitchen was nicely stocked with all we needed to cook meals. There were games and puzzles to play with. The beds were comfortable. The wifi was strong! We are very happy with our visit and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Really nice place. Had everything we needed. Plenty of space for entertaining. I really enjoyed having my morning coffee on the deck in the fresh air.I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home in the perfect location
My family of 4 adults were lucky enough to book this place in Aug and loved it. The home is filled with perfect cabin touches from the dinnerware to the towels. Very comfortable beds, spotlessly clean and spacious. We really appreciated that the houses in the neighborhood are spaced out really well and it was so quiet and peaceful. We loved everything about it and hope to come back in the winter.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Layne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top-Tier
My family and I spent a week at The Sugar Pine Chalet and could not have asked for more. It was the perfect jumping off point for our daily adventures. After spending the afternoons in the surrounding forests, it was great knowing we would be coming home to the space, and quiet of the property, the deck, and the comforts within. The cabin perfectly complemented my family’s adventure; whether that meant sharing time together, lounging on the deck, exploring the property, building fires in the wood burning stove, or nights spent playing board games. Within a short drive of the cabin we caught beautiful trout, nearly hit a few bears crossing the road, explored the Stanislaus River, enjoyed a few short snowstorms, explored Murphys, saw some of the biggest trees in the world at Calaveras Big Trees State Park, the list goes on. My family’s trip to the Sugar Pine Chalet exceeded all our expectations. It was hard to leave after such an amazing experience.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021