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BIG TIMBER LODGE - 4 BR/3 FULL 1 HALF BA PLUS LOFT & REC ROOM

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A spacious loft-style living area with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a mezzanine with a kitchen.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large L-shaped sofa, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a mounted animal hide.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Arnold, CA
  • Place, Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Arnold Rim Trail
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - Primary Suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 - Recreation Room

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Ensuite

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

BIG TIMBER LODGE - 4 BR/3 FULL 1 HALF BA PLUS LOFT & REC ROOM

Mountain Living at its Finest! Walk to Blue Lake Springs Rec Center from this beautiful Tri-Level Chalet. Take in picturesque views from the stunning floor to ceiling windows in the great room while staying cozy by the fireplace (the home also has forced air heat). There is plenty of room for family and friends with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a huge great room and large rec room plus loft. The large deck is the perfect place to relax with a cool drink or dine al fresco on a warm summer evening. Down in the rec room enjoy a friendly game of pool or darts. Enjoy membership privileges at the Blue Lake Springs rec center (guest fee required) Maximum 12 guests, *Patio furniture is seasonal, no smoking., no check- ins on Christmas day or Easter Sunday Sheets and towels included!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 892169vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. Ironstone Amphitheatre and Sierra Nevada Logging Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Chatom Winery. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Arnold, CA

What's nearby

  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 29 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪cuddy cabin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Red Apple - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BIG TIMBER LODGE - 4 BR/3 FULL 1 HALF BA PLUS LOFT & REC ROOM pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BIG TIMBER LODGE - 4 BR/3 FULL 1 HALF BA PLUS LOFT & REC ROOM?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BIG TIMBER LODGE - 4 BR/3 FULL 1 HALF BA PLUS LOFT & REC ROOM?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BIG TIMBER LODGE - 4 BR/3 FULL 1 HALF BA PLUS LOFT & REC ROOM?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BIG TIMBER LODGE - 4 BR/3 FULL 1 HALF BA PLUS LOFT & REC ROOM located?

This family-friendly Arnold cabin is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Arnold Rim Trail. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and White Pines Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Family Thanksgiving Celebration!

Overall stay was very good. The family really enjoyed the property and had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are thrilled to hear that your family had a great time and enjoyed the property. Your positive review is greatly appreciated. We strive to provide an exceptional experience for all our guests, and we are glad we were able to meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time with our family and friends. We would definitely recommend it. The property is clean and spacious. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2026
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

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

Arnold

We took 7 adults and 4 children and our dog to this beautiful home in Arnold. It was a wonderful stay, despite power outage on Saturday and rain for much of Sunday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Kim H.

Great place for large group!

We share this home with two other families for a weekend of skiing at Bear Valley. Plenty of room for everyone. Loved the downstairs bonus room for the kids and sectional around the fireplace for the adults. Easy parking in the driveway and garage for three cars.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2020
We are happy to hear you had a nice time. Thank you for the feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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

Perfect for big family

We all had a wonderful time and never felt crowded. Could use an upgrade on the tv in the main living area but we were still able to enjoy the super bowl
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen p.

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

Great Summer Cabin

Ten of us stay here and had a great time. The cabin is plenty big enough plus dog. We stayed in the winter here and now summer. you can play music,laugh and play pool downstairs and no one can hear you upstairs. Very close to market and New Malones
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marie S.

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

Family Time

Positives: floor plan great, well stocked, plenty of space , AC was great, lots of seating for family dinners inside and outside on deck. Negatives: sticky dirty kitchen floor, greasy BBQ, scolding hot water faucets and shower, several burnt out lightbulbs throughout house, no darts for dart game, tv did not work downstairs. With all that said we did have a nice stay, enjoyed the lake and the pool at the recreation center
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristine B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is definitely showing it's wear. Light bulbs on the porch were out, carpet could use a good cleaning, bathrooms knobs and racks missing along with cabinets/drawers inside a bit dirty. The biggest concern that must be addressed is the deck. One of the adults thank goodness went out to the railing and immediately realized if you put any pressure on it, it was likely to fail and someone could have easily gotten hurt.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for any inconvenience and are addressing the issues you've mentioned. We'll ensure the cabin is well-maintained and safe for future guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manny V.

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

Perfect Family Weekend

We rented Big Timber Lodge for a 3 night stay. We had our blended family including adult children, their spouses and 2 grandchildren under the age of 6 for a total of 8 adults and 2 children. We couldn't have chosen a better place. The property was very clean and well maintained. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, plates, glassware, etc. The sleeping accommodations were perfect for our group and there was plenty of space for everyone. There was snow on the deck where the children could play and we could see them from the warm family room inside at all times. We spent some time in Murphys as well as Big Tree Park. There are lots of things to do within a short distance. We will likely rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

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

Wonderful Ladies Get-away

This property was perfect for us. Lovely retreat! Very special time was had by all!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magdolna O.

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

Comfortable house

We are enjoyed our stay in this 3 story house. It’s well furnished, has everything what we needed. The AC worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Yearly Family Vacay

This cabin was great! The downstairs was perfect for the teens in our family. They had their own space to hang out and sleep in. The AC was a perfect addition. The beds were comfortable. The location was great; close to the rec area and close to town, lakes and the state park. Nothing was more than 7 min away!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian R.

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

Perfect Family Cabin

We had a wonderful experience at the cabin. Very spacious and roomy for our group. We loved the downstairs pool table. Perfect for simi large group. We have stayed in many places in the Arnold area and this ranks as one of the highest. Thank you for letting us enjoy your cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eloise P.

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

Large Home for Multiple Families

This is our second time staying at this property. There are three sleeping areas, one being the master on the main floor, one upstairs and the third downstairs - ideal for multiple families, The house is located on a lovely street with low traffic. There is a new L-shaped sofa since our last stay... functional, attractive and comfy. The house is fairly well stocked. The beds all have a thin comforter (the Covid info stated no blankets). A heads up of items you might want to bring: a large fry pan (there are multiple fry pans no larger than 10"), a 9x13 pan, hairdryer and shower gel. Also, the corner of the eaves drips melting snow directly on the two steps at the entry, so be careful of ice! We like this house very much and plan to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Relaxing cabin

Had an amazing ladies weekend at this property. It was the perfect place to getaway and relax. All the amenities made this an amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay at BTL, and for the kindness of your review! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! …. Isn’t this area just the best for a girls weekend !! ….I find myself a bit jealous …
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eloise P.

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

Spacious, comfortable and well stocked

We really appreciated the three levels of the house. Each family group had their own floor. The decor reflected being in the mountains. We would return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian O.

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

2021 family vacation

great place, will return
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

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

Wedding weekend

We enjoyed our stay at Timber Lodge. Great deck and spacious rooms. Just a short drive to Murphy’s for wine and champagne tasting and lunch. We attended a wedding at Ironstone Vineyards which was very convenient. A walk in the North Grove at Calaveras Big Trees is a must do!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

karen p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Fun get away

Stayed at Big Timber Lodge and it’s a great cabin. Just don’t be fooled when you ask if they supply the wood for fireplace and they say yes. Well it’s a gas fireplace, had to call to ask how to turn it on no reply for a day. Pool table downstairs was a lot of fun times
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn H.

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

Can’t wait to stay here again!

It was perfect for our group of 5 families with infants and kids. The location was great, cabin was beautiful and clean and we were lucky enough to experience the first snow of the year. The best part of the cabin is the open floor plan where we spent most of our time. The kids played in the loft area upstairs and we were still able to hear and watch them. The house came fully equipped with clean towels and linen, and everything else we needed. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime M.

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

Absolutely perfect week in the mountains!

Big Timber Lodge is everything we expected and WAY more! My best friend and her family and our family (quite a large group!) spent Thanksgiving week together in this amazingly beautiful, spacious and cozy cabin and couldn’t have asked for me. The layout is perfect for a large group and all of our kiddos (ages 3-15) had something to do and somewhere to go each and every day. The kitchen is large and perfectly laid out to accommodate lots of cooking. We made a Thanksgiving spread and had plenty of room and a huge dining room table to sit around and eat together. We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Great, but...

Cabin has a great layout and is functionaly adequate, however the owners must own pets because the house is overwhelmed with pet hair, everywhere (ie carpet, bedding, etc.). Really was a turnoff considering this is a premy rental and listing said ‘no pets allowed’. Most disappointing was the property management company, Cedar Creek Realty. Their overall home instruction were lacking and resulted in several trips to the store for provisions that should have been included but were not. Also, we had cable and internet problems due to router issues that had NOTHING to do with outages with the cable provider yet all Cedar Creek Realty wanted to do was to blame on the cable company and couldn’t/wouldn’t help troubleshoot. My various conversations with them felt dismissive, condescending, inadequate, and frustrating. They’d have you believe all our issues were the result of unusually severe weather conditions, but that’s b.s. Their customer service is lacking and my experience with them will prevent me from renting one of their managed properties again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2020
Hello, and thank you for your feedback. This cabin is actually pet-friendly, but I do apologize for any pet hair that you found lingering. We send all of our guests a message upon booking that details what provisions are / are not included but we always stock 2 rolls of TP per bathroom, 1 roll of paper towels, foil, trash bags, hand soap, dish soap, dish detergent, sponges, and more. I'm sorry if you felt our staff was dismissive or inadequate when it came to cable issues -- as I recall, you were at the cabin just after a severe winter storm that had disrupted roadways and utilities for many of our cabins. We assumed that your cable issues were part of the widespread outages that other guests were experiencing simultaneously, but our staff continued to communicate with you after-hours via text message regarding the cable issues. If you perceived any condescension that certainly wasn't the intent, and we were just as frustrated with the utility issues as you were. We hope you enjoy future visits to Arnold, even if not with Cedar Creek Realty, and we appreciate your patronage this past winter.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff S.

Exceptional place!

We enjoyed the house . It was so comfortable and peaceful. There is lots of space to enjoy time. We had to leave a night early due to a snowmobile accident. The only thing I’d like more if were towels. The towels provided were one per person and it was cold so it would be nice to have two each or just some in a cabinet if needed. Go enjoy this cabin!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn T.

The Best Cabin Ever!

This cabin was perfect! There was plenty of space for 10 and up to 12 people to hangout and not feel cramped. Has all the modern amenities of home and still makes you feel like you in the woods. The ambiance was something everyone needs to experience. The kitchen had everything you could need to cook with. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

A spacious and private cabin with everything you need.

We really enjoyed this place with our kids and grandkids. It had everything we could possibly need, and the location was private and quiet....we will be back! Imagine having peace and solitude over the 4th of July holidays! It was close to everything at Blue Lake Springs, yet far enough removed that we felt the solitude of being in the mountains. We did not expect air conditioning...an added plus for cooling things down a bit just around dinner and before bedtime. The pool table downstairs was fun for some while there was plenty of room elseware to do other things. The expansive deck and patio furniture were comfy, and we always found shade somewhere. Having a two-car garage and plenty of driveway was also great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

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