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CHESA MADRISA - fresh mountain air & hiking all around!
- house3100 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 2–7 nights
3 king beds & 3 full attached baths - EV charger & surrounded by trees & hiking!
Bedrooms
Bedroom 3
Additional Beds for Kids
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 1
The maximum occupancy is 6 ADULTS. We also allow up to 4 children, depending on ages - please send inquiry. We would like all of our guests to have a wonderfully relaxing stay, therefore the Chesa Madrisa can not comfortably accommodate more than 6 adults. There is a complimentary Baby Bjorn pack-n-play for infants & toddlers. All king size beds feature premium sheets & supreme cushion mattress pads. All bedrooms have full attached bathrooms. All bedrooms have 1 closet for guest use as well as one dresser. Bedroom #3 has an exterior door with access to dog run.
Amenities
Featured
- Heater
- No Smoking
- Washer & Dryer
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Children Welcome
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Parking
- Fireplace
- Air Conditioning
- Swimming pool
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3, Half Baths: 1
- Bathroom 1Toilet, combination tub/showerAttached to Bedroom #1
- Bathroom 2Toilet, combination tub/showerAttached to Bathroom #2
- Bathroom 3Toilet, showerAttached to Bedroom #3 -large walk-in shower
- Bathroom 4ToiletHalf-bath on upper level with living areas
- All bathrooms feature premium Williams-Sonoma hand soap & hand lotion, as well as plush towels. There is also complimentary full size shampoo, conditioner, body wash & bar soap. All commodes are new Kohler comfort height.
Safety features
- Smoke detector
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Deadbolt lock
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fire extinguisher
Location Type
- Mountain
- VillageBig Trees Village is a residential neighborhood with a recreation center shared among neighbors. Big Trees Village is approximately half way between Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, and Murphys.
- Mountain ViewThe distant Dardanelles are viewable through the trees if you enjoy a short walk up the street. The Chesa Madrisa has views of pine trees.
General
- TelephoneLandline with complimentary long distance service (cell service weak to nonexistent for AT&T, ok for Verizon). Use wifi calling in your phone settings for the best option.
- Air ConditioningDual Zone HVAC - bedrooms on the lower level stay nice & cool - the large open living area on main floor cools to around 75 on very hot summer days
- HeatingGas furnace with dual zones
- Linens ProvidedKing size beds have good quality sheets & comforters. All linens provided for NO additional fee
- Washing MachineFull size Electrolux washer available for guests.
- Clothes DryerFull size Electrolux dryer available for guests.
- FireplaceGas fireplace operated by switch.
- ParkingPlenty of driveway parking & 2 car garage
- Garage2 car garage - detached from home and easily accessible via a covered bridge walkway. Optional wall heater for winter months - ski storage. Electric Vehicle Charger
- Internetfree wifi
- Towels ProvidedBath towels provided. Pool towels provided. All towels are available for no additional fee
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomHuge living room with sectional couch and bench seating in front of wall of windows. Cozy entertainment area in living room with 55" HDTV.
- Baby Gate
- EV car chargerSiemens VersiCharge LVL 2 Universal Electric Vehicle Charger
Kitchen
- DishwasherBosch with 3rd row top rack
- RefrigeratorNew Whirlpool side by side freezer-fridge with ice maker & water dispenser. Spare freezer/fridge in garage.
- StoveGas 4-burner Jenn-Air range
- OvenJennAir built in double wall oven
- MicrowaveBreville countertop microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerNespresso VertuoPlus Coffee & Espresso Maker Keurig Mr Coffee Le Creuset french press
- ToasterBreville Mini Smart Oven KitchenAid standard toaster
- Blender
- Coffee Grinder
- Ice Maker
- Pantry ItemsBasic spices are supplied (salt, pepper, etc...) Paper products are supplied Basic baking supplies (sugar, etc...) I restock the basics semi-annually, but can't guarantee availability
- Dishes & UtensilsCrate & Barrel Aspen dish collection
- KitchenAmazing chef's kitchen with full pantry equipped with top of the line cooking gadgets and cookware. Vitamix All-Clad Slow Cooker Kitchen-Aid Mixer Kitchen-Aid double Belgian waffle maker
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 10 people
- Dining Room
- Dining Area
- Childs Highchair
- DiningRegular setup is 6 dining room chairs, however there is an additional matching table extension in the entry & 4 chairs available in pantry to seat 10. Fisher-Price high chair/booster seat in pantry.
Entertainment
- Television1 55" Smart HDTV in main room with Comcast channels 1 40" Smart HDTV in kids area with Comcast channels 1 50" ROKU TV in bedroom (no cable channels)
- Satellite/CableComcast X1 Cable for main living areas TVs + ROKU tv for bedroom
- StereoSonos
- DVD Player2 Blu-Ray players
- BooksLibrary featuring books on California history.
- GamesBoard games for all ages Mini-ping-pong table
- Games for Kids
- Music LibraryGuests may use the Sonos to enjoy their own music library.
- Ping Pong Table
- ToysToy bins, pop up castle, kids play kitchen, pop up tunnel, Lincoln Logs, vintage Brio train set, Melissa & Doug dollhouse, board games, toy cars, art & crafts.
- Video LibraryDVDs for all ages.
- Video GamesNintendo Wii & games
Outside
- BalconyThe Chesa Madrisa has a wrap around porch/deck.
- Kayak/CanoeWater sports available at Lake Alpine, approximately 25 miles up Highway 4. Equipment rentals available in Arnold.
- Beach Towels
- Porch/VerandaThe Chesa Madrisa has a wrap around porch/deck.
- Deck/PatioDeck overlooking trees - includes table, 4 chairs, 1 bench, and 4 adirondack style chairs.
- Outdoor Furniture
- Ski & SnowboardBear Valley Ski Resort is 25 miles up Highway 4 (approximately 40 minute drive).
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleThere are steps from garage into the home & all the bedrooms are on the lower level down a flight of stairs.
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Communal PoolSummer rentals include complimentary access for 6 guests to Big Trees Village Recreation Center - outdoor swimming open Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Notes
- AUTOMATION Wifi controlled heat & AC thermostat & dusk-to-dawn exterior lights make a late evening arrival easy. The Chesa Madrisa also has a security system & exterior camera - great for a peek at the local weather! CANCELLATION POLICY DETAILS VRBO has our cancellation policy classified as NO REFUNDS, however in the event of a cancellation, dates are opened back up on calendars and if booked, then an appropriate refund can be made.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- Bookings at this property are non-refundable.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - Twin bunks & portable cots for kids. Toy closet!Twin bunks & portable cots for kids. Toy closet!
Pets allowed - 1st dog/$100 & 2nd dog/$501st dog/$100 & 2nd dog/$50
No events
No smoking - No smoking/vaping anywhere on the property.No smoking/vaping anywhere on the property.
Max guests: 10 (sleeps up to 6 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 25 - 2525
- Guests will receive a detailed contract upon booking & need to e-sign within 1 day of booking, or same day if booking is less than 2 weeks away.
- ID required for Primary Guest booking & paying for reservation.
- There is NO SMOKING anywhere on the property - outside there is no smoking due to high wildfire risk.
Cleaning practices
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Cleaned with disinfectant
Property has guest safety measures
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Map
Hosted by Hillary Gibson - Chesa Madrisa Family Property Manager
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