The Sugar Pine Chalet

9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Arnold, CA

Stanislaus National Forest1 min walk
Calaveras Big Trees State Park6 min drive
Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

The Loft

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

About this property

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

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1. Do not set the thermostat any lower than 73 when cooling the cabin. Once the temperature outside drops below 73, please turn the AC off.

2. Don't set the thermostat any higher than 70 when heating. Once the temp outside hits 70, turn the heater off. 3. If you leave, turn it off.

We will charge $50 / day in which the policy is broken. We do this because energy costs are very high in Dorrington. Thanks for you understanding!

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

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

About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Arnold Rim Trail and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Leland Meadows and Twain Harte Miniature Golf.

Arnold, CA

What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Bistro Espresso - 13 min drive
The Lube Room Saloon - 4 min drive
El Vaquero Authentic Mexican - 13 min drive
Snowshoe Brewery - 15 min drive
Giant Burger - 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 0.1 mi (0.1 km) 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).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Johanna R.

9 April 2024

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

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.

9 January 2024

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

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.

13 November 2023

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

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.

20 September 2023

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

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