Dardanelle Retreat - 4,200 sqft, Pets okay, Pool Table, Games - Swim, Hike, Ski

This is the grandest getaway in Arnold. 

A sprawling 4,200 sqft luxury cabin in a premium resort community. There is an additional 3,800 sqft of rich redwood decks. That's 8,000 sqft of usable space! 

The decks overlook majestic sugar pine trees at an elevation of 5,200 ft. Every room (including all 5 bedrooms) has private deck access. 

Wake up to mesmerizing panoramic mountain & valley views of the gorgeous Stanislaus National Forest. We think we have the best views in all of Arnold!

▶︎ About the Property

Arrive at our property through a spacious private driveway that can accommodate 6 cars! 

Get ready to be wowed by our massive 4,200 sqft cabin with 5 full bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. We have a separate game room too. This is the largest cabin in our community and it's all on just 2 levels. So, it’s super expansive. 

There’s an additional 3,800 sqft of decks which can be accessed from every room (except bathrooms). 

More Info:

• 6 car parking (free)
• 5 bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms.
• Fully equipped kitchen w/ 3 ovens.
• Office area. Library w/ books & games.
• Large redwood decks with great views.
• Outdoor furniture to entertain large groups.
• 2 washer & dryer units (laundry for large groups).
• 2 water heater units (never run out of hot water).
• Massive wood-beam ceiling w/ premium finishes.
• Large windows & skylights that bring natural sunlight.
• High-speed Wi-Fi powered by Amazon Eero mesh routers & Comcast Xfinity
• Spacious game room for playtime with foosball, darts, pool, and many card & board games.

PLEASE NOTE:
Many other cabins in Arnold advertise a loft or game room as a bedroom. They lack heat/cool & don’t have smoke/CO alarms. They also lack privacy (no doors) making it difficult for multiple families on a vacation.
However, our cabin has 5 full bedrooms without any of the abovementioned issues. We have a separate game room too.

▶︎ Main-level Living

No stairs are needed to access the living room, family room, kitchen, 2 dining areas, the master bedroom suite with bathroom, the powder room (i.e. half bath), laundry area & our gorgeous decks. 

This 'main level living' is great if you have elderly people, kids, or members with disability or mobility challenges.

Our cabin has just 2 levels. That also makes our house extremely roomy & expansive - great for entertaining large groups and family get-togethers.

▶︎ Resort Amenities

Our house is in a premium resort community with the following amenities.

· Tennis
· Ball field
· Volleyball
· Pickle Ball
· Bocce Ball
· Basketball
· Frisbee Golf
· Swimming Pool
· BBQ/Picnic area
· The children’s play area is open all year.
· Access to our 13-acre beautiful green space

Pool entry for 10 people is included in your booking price. If you have more guests, you'll need to purchase daily pool passes.
· $12 per individual
· $45 for 6 people

Please note that 
· The resort is only open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 
· Prices are subject to minor changes without notice.
· Amenities may be closed for maintenance without notice.

▶︎ Location: Snow, Wildlife & Lakes! 

• Clear skies at 5,200 ft - perfect for star-gazing.
• Wildlife galore - deer visits, maybe even a bear sighting!
• Respect the windows; no snowball fights!
• Close to Bear Valley Ski Resort, Murphys, Downtown Arnold, Sonora, and more!
• The views of the towering sugar pine trees, valleys & mountains are breathtaking! You have full panoramic views from both our decks.

▶︎ Sleeping Arrangements

*Read the "Larger Group (over 16 people)" section of this listing to request a booking for larger groups.

• Bedroom 1: King beds in Master suite
• Bedroom 2: King bed.
• Bedroom 3: King bed.
• Bedroom 4: Double bed + Twin over Double Bunk bed. Great bedroom for kids.
• Bedroom 5: Queen over Queen Bunk bed + Sofa Couch. This bedroom is also a kid's paradise -- since it's close to the library & the game room.
• Additional Sleeping: 2 large couches, queen-sized air mattresses, queen-sized floor mattresses (BYOB - Bring Your Own Bedding).

▶︎ Larger Group (over 16 people)?

This is a massive house & can sleep 14-16 adults comfortably. However, our cabin has the capability to sleep 22 (including children) using alternate sleeping arrangements such as air mattresses, couches, sharing the king beds, and floor mattresses. Please take note of the bedroom and bed setups to make sure our cabin will work for your group.

For larger groups, there’s a $25/night fee per additional person (plus taxes & fees). We've kept this fee as affordable as possible. It only helps cover the extra supplies, utilities, insurance, and natural wear that come with hosting bigger groups. Since this is a large and beautiful home, upkeep is significantly high.

The extra guest fee is our way of making it easier for big families and groups to gather, while also helping us recover basic costs and keep the stay budget-friendly for everyone. So, we kindly ask you to be honest about your group size — misrepresenting it could lead to penalties or cancellation without refund, and we truly want your stay to be nothing but wonderful!

▶︎ Security

Our property has 4 outdoor cameras.
1st camera is above the garage door. It protects our driveway.
2nd camera is a Ring Doorbell which protects our main entrance.
3rd camera is above the secondary entrance. It protects our secondary entrance.
4th camera is on the 2nd-floor deck protecting that area of the house.

▶︎ Loyalty Discounts! 

Stay with us once, and you're family! Ask about our loyalty discounts. If you're a first-timer, enjoy fantastic discounts on future stays. We've got enchanting homes across California - coastal towns, ski slopes, national parks, and vineyards! Book now for the adventure of a lifetime!

▶︎ Guest access

• Enjoy exclusive access; there are no shared spaces—this entire property is yours to relish (except the sauna room)
• The sauna is not available. No access to the sauna room
• Embrace the entire house and 2 large decks as your haven!
• Two convenient in-house laundry rooms, equipped with washer and dryer units, are at your disposal.
• The bedroom on the main level (master bedroom) has a sliding pocket door.

▶︎ Other things to note

Snow Removal:
Arnold can receive a lot of snow within a few minutes. The highways & roads are snow-plowed by the county. This property is close to the highway & main roads, so getting in & out is easy! However, we'll provide you with contact details of local snow plowers if there's heavy snow. Snow plowing service is an additional cost and the guests can pay for the snow plowers directly. Please check the weather conditions before you arrive.

BBQ Grill:
We have a BBQ grill but don't advertise it since we can't provide propane. You may use the grill if you bring your propane. Some local stores like the Big Trees Market in Arnold have propane tanks. Please clean the grill if you use it.

Bugs & Critters:
Our town is surrounded by the Stanislaus National Forest, which has a lot of wildlife. We do routine pest control, landscaping, and cleanings. However, bugs, critters, bats, and cobwebs are inevitable.

Sleeping Arrangements:
This is a massive house & can sleep 14-16 adults comfortably. However, our cabin has the capability to sleep 22 (including children) using alternate sleeping arrangements such as air mattresses, couches, sharing the king beds, and floor mattresses. Please take note of the bedroom and bed setups to make sure our cabin will work for your group.

For larger groups, there’s a $25/night fee per additional person (plus taxes & fees). We've kept this fee as affordable as possible. It only helps cover the extra supplies, utilities, insurance, and natural wear that come with hosting bigger groups. Since this is a large and beautiful home, upkeep is significantly high.

The extra guest fee is our way of making it easier for big families and groups to gather, while also helping us recover basic costs and keep the stay budget-friendly for everyone. So, we kindly ask you to be honest about your group size — misrepresenting it could lead to penalties or cancellation without refund, and we truly want your stay to be nothing but wonderful!

We team up with some awesome partners:
⦿ Airbnb.org: They help out during disasters by providing affordable and free housing.
⦿ National Forest Foundation: Together, we plant trees near Lake Tahoe to keep our forests thriving.
⦿ We also give back to the Carbon Fund and OneTreePlanted. They plant trees in the Sierra Nevada region's forests. It's our way of making a positive impact!