Cabin in Arnold, CA

Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs.

Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs.

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Living Room
Loft Bedroom
Living Room and Dining Area

Overview of Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs.

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61244 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Arnold, CA
  • Popular LocationSequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSierra Nevada Logging Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCalaveras Big Trees State Park5 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs.



Peaceful, clean and comfortable classic rustic A-Frame in Blue Lake Springs with very comfortable furniture. Designed for a romantic couple get-away, small family, or Blue Lake Spring overflow. Enjoy all the summer amenities, including Snowflake Lodge, pool, snack bar, tennis courts, playground, ping pong and shuffleboard, the Lodge Lake and Fly-In Lake, and more. (There are Guest Fees for use of Blue Lake Springs amenities.) Also there are many area activities including Calaveras Big Trees State Park, hiking, biking, fishing, the caves, Lake Alpine and shopping in Murphy's which is close by. In the winter enjoy Bear Valley Ski Resort just up the highway.

Property manager

Carol

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Please do not leave any cigarette or cigar butts in the yard or on the deck. Please review Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway on the kitchen counter.
Please start a load of sheets OR towels prior to leaving at the end of your stay, but not sheets and towels together. Please use HOT water.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Arnold

This cabin is located in Arnold. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Stanislaus National Forest and Calaveras Big Trees State Park, while Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and Murphys Creek Theatre are cultural highlights. Cave City and Twain Harte Miniature Golf are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Arnold Rim Trail - 11 min walk
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • White Pines Lake - 4 min drive
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 4 min drive
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bistro Espresso - 4 min drive
  • The Lube Room Saloon - 8 min drive
  • Red Apple - 12 min drive
  • Arnold Chinese Restaurant - 6 min drive
  • El Vaquero Authentic Mexican - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway, peaceful and cozy in Blue Lake Springs. located?

Situated in Arnold, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Stanislaus National Forest and Arnold Rim Trail. Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Calaveras Big Trees State Park are also within 2 mi (3 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

Maggie and Lorenzo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Arnold!
My family enjoyed staying at this place. It had a cozy cabin feel. My two girls 4 and 6 enjoyed the books, markers and games. Kitchen is cozy but well stocked. The location is outside the "downtown" area of Arnold, close to Calaveras Big trees, which makes it a convenient drive to Bear Valley.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Carol is very nice and responds quickly. The cabin is very clean and comfortable. The location is also great, since it’s close Big Trees park, Bear Valley and stores. We will define come again. Thank you Carol!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love our stay
We had a great time staying at the cabin. The house is clean with all the kitchen supplies. The owner is very responsive even on the Christmas Day. We had a very pleasant stay and would highly recommend to family and friends for this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience!
Our stay in this beautiful cabin was amazing! We absolutely loved it. It was exactly what we were looking for in our road trip to California from Texas. Our host Carol was everything we could ask for. Great communication from the moment we booked a year in advance. We got to experience what the locals told us was the first snow of the year, it was so beautiful. This cabin had everything you need when you’re looking to just get away. 10/10 Would definitely recommend and if we’re ever back in the area, 100% will stay here again! Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful cabin Carol! - From Texas with love The Rodriguez family
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cozy cabin stay
Carol's lovely cabin stands apart from other properties! Very well-maintained, clean, and warmly furnished, this a-line cabin is a real find. It is clear that Carol has spent a lot of effort making sure her guests have everything they could need. We will most certainly stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carol

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I grew up visiting the Sierra to fish and hike and have been awed by it ever since. I introduced the Sierra to my three children by way of fishing, camping, hiking and skiing.
In 2005 I purchased Brown Bear Lodge in Twain Harte and it became a very successful vacation rental.
I retired in 2014 and thought that I wanted a quieter life in a retirement community so selling Brown Bear Lodge was part of that plan - WRONG. I terribly missed the mountains so in 2016 I purchased Brown Bear Hideaway and went to work turning it into a wonderful, comfy home. A year later I decided to move to Arnold and I turned Brown Bear Hideaway into this vacation rental.

Why they chose this property

I like restoring classic things like furniture, antiques, and homes! I could see the potential in this classic A-frame home the minute I stepped inside. After many hours cleaning, painting and designing, it became a very comfortable, relaxing, cozy home.

What makes this property unique

I love the evenings out on the deck. It is very close to Blue Lake Springs recreation.
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