Cabin

Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000'

Photo gallery for Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000'

The unofficial hosts of our cabin in the woods... 

We hope you love staying at 2 Dog Lodge as much as these pups do! 

2 Dog Lodge is your perfect spot to have adventures and make memories.
Wood heat is good heat. Even in the snowiest of winters, this little stove keeps the cabin cozy and warm.  We provide wood, fire starters, kindling, fat-wood and newspaper for lighting the perfect fire.
A perfectly dog friendly yard for family fun and relaxation.
Early snow set the pace for our winter!!  Here the fence isn't covered up (yet).
Living room space, with TV hooked up to Xfinity Flex you can access all your streaming services. Or settle in with some board games, books and simply relax!
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Camp Connell, California
  • Popular LocationStanislaus National Forest1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCalaveras Big Trees State Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course15 min drive

Most relevant reviews

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000'

Summary:
Summer fun is hear at this guest favorite family-cabin that is the BEST option if you're bringing the puppos to the mountains. What's our super-power?? Besides well supplied cabin, guests (and their dogs!) LOVE the enclosed yard area for doing zoomies, chasing balls, roasting s'mores and more.

2 Dog Lodge is a fun retreat in the wooded neighborhood of Camp Connell. Every season offers something special. The cabin is especially family friendly and "dog functional" with level yard with low-fence is great for everyone to play.

The cabin is located to access everything from Arnold to Bear Valley!

The Space:
2 Dog Lodge is ideal for small groups and families who want a quiet escape in the mountains and are bringing the fur-babies along for the adventure. Check out our social content and reviews ! Throughout winter we stock firewood, kindling, fire-starters and old newsprint so you can easily keep the cabin cozy and warm ~ wood heat is good heat :)

Downstairs you'll find a kitchen with everything needed to cook complete meals, plus a comfortable living room & dining setup. There's a bedroom with king bed, walk-in closet and dedicated workspace downstairs, plus full bath and laundry. Upstairs you'll find a spacious bedroom with 2 queen beds, huge closet, porta-crib and dog beds which you can use, plus attached bathroom with shower.

55" smart TVs in the living room and the upstairs bedroom will keep everyone entertained when outdoors adventures wrap up. The wifi is fast enough to stream or work-from-cabin too.

Access to the cabin is super-easy: level and flat entrance from the county road, plus parking for up to 3 cars just steps from the front porch. We have a small deck with seating and a Charbroiler gas bbq. Patio furniture, Adirondack chairs, a gas fire-pit and a redwood picnic table give you numerous options for how and where to enjoy the property.

**Summer updates: we've added a propane fire-table and a redwood picnic table to the yard, so be sure to bring marshmallows for toasting**

Guest Access:
You'll access the cabin with a smart-lock. We'll send you the code and wifi password before you arrive. The entire cabin and yard is yours to enjoy! Keep in mind that you're in the mountains and weather, critters and terrain can surprise you at any time - even in the fenced yard area. Don't leave children or pets unattended, please.

The Neighborhood:
Quiet forested mountain neighborhood at 5000' elevation. Easy access from Hwy 4 east of Dorrington, just minutes away from high alpine adventures year around.

Getting Around:
Parking for the cabin is off-street, we have a level and driveway with easy access from the county road. Plow services throughout the winter help maintain access.

Snow and ice: at 5000' we can get snow and/or freezing temperatures any time between October and May. During the winter it is best to always carry chains and come up in an all-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive vehicle with all-season or snow tires.

Other Things to Note:
You'll lose cell service along Hwy 4 most of the way from Murphy's to the cabin. **Be sure to download your check in instructions before you lose service**

House rules will be emailed with your reservation confirmation.

Interaction with Guests:
As hosts we are available (remotely) to provide support or answer questions most days 7am - 8pm. We have local cleaners and support personnel in the event of something seriously wrong and will do our best to remedy any situation that impacts your stay. Generally, the cabin creates a very independent experience for guests who enjoy an escape to the mountains.

Property manager

Michael Costello
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Arnold

This cabin is located in Arnold. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Leland Meadows and Twain Harte Miniature Golf.
Map
Camp Connell, California

What's nearby

  • Stanislaus National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 6 min drive
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 12 min drive
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 15 min drive
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lube Room Saloon - 4 min drive
  • Fairway View Lounge - 15 min drive
  • Snowflake Lodge Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • Snack Bar - 13 min drive
  • The Restaurant - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000' pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000' ?

As of 31 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000' on 2 June 2024 start from S$365.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000' ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000' ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog friendly cabin with easy access & fenced yard for summer relaxation @ 5000' located?

Situated in Arnold, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Stanislaus National Forest and 2.9 mi (4.6 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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Great stay at a perfect location to visit Calaveras Big Trees State Park. We really enjoyed our visit at your place. If we ever came this way again, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway in the mountains
We had so much fun staying at this cute little cabin. Took advantage of being closer to the mountain! The host was extremely helpful with any questions and even returned an item that we left at the place. It was great to have a little yard for dogs to go in, although One of my small dogs was able to get under the fence so just be aware of that. I would highly recommend this place! Thank you, Michael!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and fun for the pup
We had a great stay at this clean and well stocked cabin. Everything is well maintained and comfortable. The fenced in yard was a great area for our golden to run and play safely while we had lunch at the picnic table. The smart TV's were really nice and the high speed internet was excellent for the little bit of remote work that needed doing. Lots of thoughtful details for the human and canine guests alike.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family cabin
We stayed at 2 Dog Lodge for a long ski weekend. The cabin is very well appointed with everything we needed. Our 2 teenagers had their own large bedroom and our dogs had their own large dog beds! It heats up easily with the wood stove and is located very conveniently off the highway to get us to the ski hill. Mike was very responsive and pleasant to work with, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin! Dog and Kid Friendly!!!
We had the best stay at 2 dog lodge! We had our toddler and our friends had their dog and there were so many little details in this home that made all the difference. They had children’s utensils and dishes, which is something we completely forgot to bring so it was such a nice surprise. For dogs they had beds, bowls, dry off towels and poop scooper. We came during a winter storm and the road and driveway was plowed for us so we didn’t have to shovel our cars out the entire time. Highly recommend this cabin! Michael our host was very friendly and communicative throughout the whole process. Thank you Michael!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Michael Costello

Host profile image
We are Northern California born and we love the mountains and we love our dogs! Camp Connell and the "Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway" put you in the center of year-round outdoor fun and adventure. Every season is distinctly different. Being able to bring the pups along on our adventures is always a special treat, so we set up the 2 Dog Lodge with amenities that we too would love to see when travelling.

Why they chose this property

2 Dog Lodge is the cabin-in-the-woods that we would want to rent for a mountain getaway. Where can we go with high alpine adventures, cozy family living, dog friendly and with an enclosed yard & play area... but also close to authentic small-town amenities, dining and recreation? This is it... Camp Connell, Calaveras County, Alpine County, the area around Arnold and 2 Dog Lodge make this property a wonderful place for fun, adventure, relaxation and getting away for a few days or longer!

What makes this property unique

Some cabins are "dog friendly". 2 Dog Lodge is "dog functional"!! Inside the cabin you'll find dog bowls for both food and water, some spare leashes, dog treats, poop bags and vinyl plank floors. Outside... we have a small deck and a large yard enclosed with "wildlife friendly fencing". This means your puppos (and kids) are contained within the play area, while your views of the forested neighborhood are not blocked.

Our little corner of town the community is quiet, has very little traffic and our property is level and easily navigated. We even have a seasonal creek that kids and dogs are sure to get their paws muddy in!

The cabin is ideal for small groups or families of 2-6 people, however if you're willing to get cozy the 4 beds really sleep 8 guests and then of course there is a porta-crib too.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

More Holiday Rentals ideas