Immerse yourself in the lush, dense woodlands of the Stanislaus National Forest at this 5-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half-bathroom Arnold vacation rental! Nestled just minutes from Calaveras Big Tree State Park, this spacious High-Sierra hideaway boasts easy access to hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and seemingly endless outdoor adventure. Make the most of your trip with a tee-time at Sequoia Woods Country Club, and later, retire to the cabin just in time for the sunset and a cozy movie night!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds
OUTDOOR LIVING: Large deck w/ lounge chairs, string lighting, cushioned seating, sun umbrella, outdoor dining, gas grill, beach chairs, beach towels, forest views KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, espresso machine w/ steamer, toaster, teapot, double oven, drip coffee maker, full knife set, gas range stove, cooking basics, cutting board, ice maker, dishware, flatware INDOOR LIVING: 3 flat-screen Smart TVs w/ cable, 2 full baths & 2 half baths, authentic log accents & furnishings, 2 gas-burning stoves, 2 living rooms, formal dining table, exposed beams, hardwood floors, board games GENERAL: Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, keyless entry, central air conditioning (1st floor), window air conditioning (2nd floor), trash bags, paper towels, bathrooms w/ grab rails, first aid kit PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles), RV & trailer parking, free street parking, Tesla EV charger
-- THE LOCATION --
SEQUOIA WOODS COUNTRY CLUB (3.4 miles): Golf course, restaurant, lounge, clubhouse w/ community pool (additional on-site fee required) BLUE LAKE SPRINGS (3.6 miles): Tennis courts, community pool, lake access, basketball court, ping pong, barbecue grills (additional on-site fee required) CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK (5.5 miles): Hiking, fishing, mountain biking, birdwatching, picnicking, Calaveras Big Trees Visitor Center (5.8 miles) OUTDOOR RECREATION: Fly in Acres Reservoir (2.3 miles), White Pines Lake - Beach & Park (5.6 miles), Fishing Area (6.0 miles), Stanislaus National Forest (6.2 miles), River Canyon Trail Head (7.8 miles), Mercer Caverns (13.7 miles), Skyline Bear Valley Mountain Resort (32.1 miles) FAMILY FUN: Snowflake Lodge (3.6 miles), Downtown Arnold (4.9 miles), Sierra Nevada Logging Museum (5.6 miles), Moaning Caverns Adventure Park (17.6 miles), Columbia State Historic Park (25.2 miles) DINE & DRINK: Snowshoe Brewing Company (3.6 miles), Sarafina's Italian Kitchen (4.6 miles), Bristol's Ranch House Cafe (4.8 miles), JJ's Dive Bar & Grill (4.9 miles), Bistro Espresso (5.1 miles), Alchemy Cafe (12.2 miles), Milliaire Winery (12.3 miles) AIRPORTS: Columbia Airport (26.1 miles), Stockton Metropolitan Airport (71.8 miles), Sacramento International Airport (111 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The community amenities require additional fees to access, paid on-site upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, above the front door and back deck, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces
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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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Arnold
Arnold is home to this cabin. Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Chatom Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
Arnold Rim Trail - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
White Pines Lake - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 136 min drive
Restaurants
Bistro Espresso - 11 min drive
The Lube Room Saloon - 16 min drive
The Red Apple - 13 min drive
Pizza Factory - 10 min drive
Heart & Soul Country Kitchen - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold!?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold! on 6 Jul, 2026 start from S$480, 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.
Is 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5 Mi to Hiking: Custom Cabin w/ Deck in Arnold! located?
Set in Arnold, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course, Arnold Rim Trail and White Pines Lake. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Sierra Nevada Logging Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10 adults stayed at the cabin with the goal of seeing Redwoods and traveling to Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. We loved the cabin. Beds were comfortable, amenities were great, we loved the deck, and the cable on U of M football day! Overall the area is beautiful and the cabin was wonderful and comfortable.
Peggy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Peggy, it was a pleasure hosting you and your group! We're so glad you enjoyed the Bear's Paw cabin and the beautiful surrounding area. See you next time!
This home was perfect for our entire family, including our children and grandchildren to come together for a great time as a family. There are two living areas and a kids' bedroom which allowed everyone enough personal space and plenty of places to gather in as a group or groups. Our family is grateful for the time we were able to spend there.
We all enjoyed the clean and spacious cabin which comfortably fit our multi family annual vacation. The large deck was a wonderful place to enjoy morning coffee and evening dinners. The kitchen is well stocked with everything we needed to prepare and serve meals for a large group with “vacation appetites”.
Our family stayed at this beautiful cabin in the woods for a family gathering. The location was perfect, close to all of the fun things in Arnold, the cabin itself was beautiful, cozy, comfortable, had everything we needed, plenty of space and rooms for everyone, and a beautiful large deck to gather.
The manager and owner were responsive to any needs we expressed. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone.
This place is great!
Large remodeled house with 2 big living rooms, several bedrooms, new kitchen appliances, grill, sound speakers, etc.
Our company of friends stayed here for the New Years and it was very nice. There is plenty of room to be on your own and there are large rooms to get together.
The cabin was awesome for our family of 13. It was clean and the kitchen, deck and living areas were spacious. We even had a foosball tournament! Close to many activities. The owner was very responsive. Would rent again!!
The cabin was beautiful & well maintained.
Only wish that listing were more accurate when stating 4 bathrooms. Should be listed as 2 full & 2 half.
patrick & marilyn v.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kevin
18 Oct, 2022
Great Spot with Lots of Space and Amenities
This is a great cabin for you and your extended family. It had plenty of living space - indoors and out. It was easy to get to, but make sure you setup your GPS before - T-Mobile had no cell service in the area, except for a certain spot a few blocks away from the house.
The house is easily accessible for those with minor mobility issues. 70yr old was able to get around with a cane. Everything is on the main floor except the 2nd master and two other bedrooms. Only one stair to get from the driveway into the house.
The kitchen was stocked with plenty of everything you would typically need and even had ziploc bags, spices and other little things you can appreciate. Owner was very responsive when a breaker tripped in the kitchen - they were able to guide us to reset it easily.
Plenty of towels were provided and there was access to a washer/dryer inside which was great.
BBQ was hard-plumbed (turn on the valve coming out of the deck for gas) and had bbq tools available.
Neighborhood is nice and quiet - kids were able to ride bikes in the court. Looking out from the back deck, we saw deer each day.
No garage access, which would be inconvenient in the winter.
The beds are all pretty uncomfortable. The kids didn’t mind, but the adults all felt it.
Home was accommodating for our group. Kitchen well stocked and organized. Nice deck and patio furniture. 2 living rooms, both very comfortable. Upstairs had air in each room, temperature was comfortable. Nice bedding and towels. Only negative was the beds could have been more comfortable and downstairs air conditioner didn’t keep kitchen, living rooms, master bedroom and bunk/game room cool. Several fans provide, however very loud.. and still hot downstairs. Great size for our group of 12. Would rent again however at a cooler time of the year.
Our whole family of 14+ a baby stayed 4 nights and it was fabulous. Close to the Calaveras Big Trees, caverns, and a wonderful public lake. A huge roomy log cabin and huge deck where the whole family could spread out, barbecue, eat, and play ping pong. We loved it.
Annual family trip, this time to the mountains. There were 12 of us, ages 1-84. This cabin was perfect for all of us. Spacious inside and large deck. Host supplied everything needed to have a good trip. Comfy beds and great appliances. Contact was responsive and accommodating. We really enjoyed our stay!
We stayed for a week at this property and highly recommend it. The house is very large and has two living rooms which was nice for those who wanted to watch t.v. vs. have a conversation/read a book. We had 4 kids with us (ages 1.5 - 8) and they really enjoyed playing outside on the large deck. We also utilized the Blue Lake Springs guest pass everyday. We tried to go to the pool using the country club guest pass, but were told the member needed to be with us. The Blue Lake Springs pool was great though and we enjoyed the Fly-in Acres lake. The kitchen is fully stocked and all new appliances. We will return if we have another trip to Arnold!
This home was an absolute gem. There were five couples and there was plenty of room for all of us to visit, eat together an cook together but also with two separate living areas, there was also room for those who wanted to watch TV to do so without bothering those who preferred to read or engage in quiet conversation. Everyone agreed that this exceeded our expectations in just about every way. Some of us brought pots, pans, knives and other household equipment with us and most of it stayed in our cars, as the house was very well equipped with just about every piece of cooking equipment and utensils that you could need. And the local property contact -- April -- was terrific, too. I had asked her a week or so before our arrival if she would take a picture of the pantry staples that were already there (sugar, salt, pepper, etc.) so we wouldn't have to bring or buy things for the trip that were already there. She gladly obliged, which was very helpful, too. The spring weather was unseasonably cold until the last day, so we didn't get to enjoy the deck, but if it was more spring-like, that would have given us yet another place to mingle and enjoy the trees, birds and mountain air.
We have been renting cabins in this area for the last few years. This is by far the best one we’ve stayed at. Very clean with lots of room. Only critique would be there was no propane tank for the BBQ.
This home is an absolutely incredible and beautiful log cabin. Fully stocked with all cooking essentials. Things are labeled so you can find them and put them back easily. The communication between the property manager and the owners was top-notch and very professional. The house is very clean and tidy the beds were extremely comfortable. Central AC was amazing to have in the summer. Huge deck area where kids could run around and play. We had two families there with two 4-year-olds and (1) 18-month and (1)10-month and there was no issues at all. Will definitely be booking this place again next year.
Such an awesome place nestled right in the big trees of Arnold! Lovely old cabin with modern additions and upgrades. Lots of space, GREAT vibe.
Note that in COVID times, renters will NOT be welcome at the Country Club, pools, or lakes associated with this property. We tried them all and were turned away...
We enjoyed the large outdoor deck for dining and hanging out. We were surrounded by trees and it felt very peaceful and private.
The only thing we were unclear on is that we would not have access to the garage. Not sure if this is in the listing.
We truly enjoyed our time at this massive cabin! Got our three families fabulously. Kids family room. Adult living room. We all had our own space. Would definitely rent again!