Bear Valley family fun in the trees

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A wooden building with a sign reading "RAINBOW CONNECTION."
A cabin with a large wooden-framed window, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a deck with outdoor furniture.
A wooden cabin with a steep staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by trees.
A cozy attic bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, and a chandelier.
A cozy room with a wooden bar area, a staircase, and a bed.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bear Valley, CA
  • Place, Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Bear Valley Ski
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Arnold

Arnold is home to this cabin. Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company and Bear Valley Ski are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Alpine and Stanislaus Meadow Trailhead. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Bear Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Alpine - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bear Valley Ski - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 42 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 52 min drive - 52.1 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Alpine Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kofi Haus - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Monte Wolfe Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ebbetts Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Meadow Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Valley family fun in the trees pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Bear Valley family fun in the trees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Valley family fun in the trees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Valley family fun in the trees?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Valley family fun in the trees located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cabin in Arnold is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Bear Valley Ski and Lake Alpine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 52 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was as advertised, we had a great weekend. Good location plenty of parking. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet location to stay in late August. Close to Lake Alpine. Only 1 bathroom, which was fine for 3 adults, but iffy for a house full.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ski trip

We enjoyed our stay; beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for 3 nights in the snow

Cosy, comfortable place full of character and great for kids who all had a good time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin with a ton of room and nice amenities. in the winter it is a bit of a hike from the lodge to the cabin but there are folks who will snowmobile you up for a fee. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great family time in Bear Valley

We love Bear Valley and the property and stay was just what we expected! The property was a great location close to the Village, and plenty of space for our family and dog to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Nice property. Great location. Most of the lights did not work. Couches were very worn. Overall had a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Nothing like this winter wonderland. The place is fun, places to sled out the door, warm with that kind of awesome 70s feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The host was responsive, amenities are Ok, warm and comfy. Only cleaning was considering , no changed sheets, dirty towels, dusty.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space for 2 families of 4. Beds and couches aren’t comfortable. Cabin is located near the bear valley lake. If you’re looking to stay outdoors for most of the time during your stay, this place will do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
GREAT LOCATION...home accommodates multi family. We had 3 generations. 2 Grandparents, 4 children w spouse, 4 grandkids. Cabin is very much original and is rustic. Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and super cozy!

My family and I had such a great stay at this great cabin in the woods! Cabin is exactly as stated in description. We loved how many games they have for our family to play. The proximity to bear valley is as good as can be. Make sure you read full description because there is important information about winter accessibility. We would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely old-fashioned family cabin

The six of us (3 'oldies', 1 middle-aged, 2 late teens) thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this utterly charming cabin with a distinct old-fashioned flair; so much reminded us of 'the good OLD times': the decor, the comfy furnishings, the casual lay-out, the amazing amount of kitchen and cooking supplies--in both cupboards and the refrigerator, the spirit of love for Bear Valley living all over the house. A small yet efficient kitchen (we never missed the dishwasher which would not have fit in anyway), odd assortments of linens but very comfortable beds. A place that made us immediately feel welcomed. It was not hotel-like spic and span, definitely showing its well-cared for age and the washing machine instructions made no sense to us, but we will gladly return and want to very much thank the owners for sharing their home with us,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

The house keeper was still there when we arrived

The house keeper was still there and we couldn’t check in until 3 hours later. All the food we got at the grocery store had gone bad while we waited for the rental to be done. When we got into the rental, the studio in the bottom floor was flooded and unusable, the bedroom with the bunk beds wasn’t cleaned and had no bed clothes and the soot bucket from the fireplace was full. The host did give us a partial refund but I was so uncomfortable and unhappy it made for a terrible trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Great Winter Cabin Vibes, But Upgrades Needed

Our overall stay was exactly what we wanted. Great winter cabin vibes and location. We love Bear Valley and can't wait to come back next year. The snow mobile ride in was awesome and even walking to the lodge wasn't bad at all. The house just needs some upgrades and better instructions when checking-in. I'd suggest having the key to the home work on the bottom door so that when there is a lot of snow, guests don't have to get up to the top deck to get in. The cabin needs a good deep clean and dusting. However, please know that we loved it there and our girls (4 & 6) had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Easy access to skiing at Bear Valley resort and space for all to sleep.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a treat

rented a sled to get around, very refreshing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to stay for a wedding.

I stayed here while attending a wedding at the lodge down the street. The house was clean and accommodating, and was a very short drive (about a 5-10 minute walk) from the lodge. The lake was nearby too, but I didn’t have time to check it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great rustic cabin in gorgeous area

We stayed in this cabin for a corporate offsite. Many of the decorations are a throw-back to an earlier time period. Excellent wifi, new-ish appliances, great sound system, clean though rustic. Only one issue, owner said no outside fires (this due to recent wildfires).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

ok

Overall, it was dirty and towels and linens very old. Very expensive and I'll not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2023
This is a rustic cabin with vintage, but clean, linens. We have had occasional issues with the house cleaner this summer. thx
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Time in the Mountains

Plenty of space, great location and everything you need on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely Cabin And Setting, Exactly As Advertised

The cabin is a lovely and spacious A-Frame. The setting is an excellent blend of rustic seclusion with access to civilization (and skiing!). It snowed about 18" during our stay giving the village a storybook feeling. The cabin's kitchen is cozy but well-equipped and we were able to prepare many nice hot dinners. The owner-managers are responsive and attentive. The property description is really accurate, which we truly appreciated. The 10-minute walk (or a quick snowmobile ride) up a snowcat-groomed road is fine for us, but a point to consider if you're renting there in the winter.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Funky, functional cabin/home in a convenient and beautiful location. We were able to do lots of snow play right outside the front door. Would definitely recommend and visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

cool retro

I liked the cabin and location. It is cool retro sheik. If you like Hot tub time machine you will love this cabin. The owner is great and there is a ton of beds. I enjoyed my stay. Thanks ken
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place

Nice cozy country/mountain getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
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