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SNOW PLOW SERVICE INCLUDED FOR THE 2024-25 SEASON. NEW STOVE AND DISHWASHER!

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Front of the cabin.
Exterior
Living Room
Loft Bedroom
Living Room and Dining Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6115.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Arnold, CA
  • Arnold Rim Trail
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

SNOW PLOW SERVICE INCLUDED FOR THE 2024-25 SEASON. NEW STOVE AND DISHWASHER!



Peaceful, clean and comfortable classic rustic A-Frame in Blue Lake Springs with very comfortable furniture. Designed for a romantic couple get-away, small family, or Blue Lake Spring overflow. Enjoy all the summer amenities, including Snowflake Lodge, pool, snack bar, tennis courts, playground, ping pong and shuffleboard, the Lodge Lake and Fly-In Lake, and more. (There are Guest Fees for use of Blue Lake Springs amenities.) Also there are many area activities including Calaveras Big Trees State Park, hiking, biking, fishing, the caves, Lake Alpine and shopping in Murphy's which is close by. In the winter enjoy Bear Valley Ski Resort just up the highway.

Property manager

Carol
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not leave any cigarette or cigar butts in the yard or on the deck. Please review Welcome to Brown Bear Hideaway on the kitchen counter.
Please start a load of sheets OR towels prior to leaving at the end of your stay, but not sheets and towels together. Please use HOT water.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Arnold

Arnold is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve, while Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and Murphys Creek Theatre are cultural highlights. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling and hiking.
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Arnold, CA

What's nearby

  • Arnold Rim Trail - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • White Pines Lake - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Giant Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Red Apple - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Snowshoe Brewery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SNOW PLOW SERVICE INCLUDED FOR THE 2024-25 SEASON. NEW STOVE AND DISHWASHER! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SNOW PLOW SERVICE INCLUDED FOR THE 2024-25 SEASON. NEW STOVE AND DISHWASHER!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SNOW PLOW SERVICE INCLUDED FOR THE 2024-25 SEASON. NEW STOVE AND DISHWASHER!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SNOW PLOW SERVICE INCLUDED FOR THE 2024-25 SEASON. NEW STOVE AND DISHWASHER! located?

Situated in Arnold, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Arnold Rim Trail and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Meadowmont Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 149 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anson L.

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

Great clean cabin

Our family had a wonderful time at Brown Bear Hideaway. The place was clean, and the gas fireplace kept us warm and cozy during our February visit. There were plenty of board games, coloring and books for my young children too. The kitchen was also well equipped and stocked. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great Stay.

We really enjoyed the cabin. It was exactly as pictured and the host was great! Thanks for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny V.

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

Perfect NYE Getaway

This cabin was the perfect place for our family of 4 to stay during the New Year’s week to celebrate that and my daughter’s 5th birthday & kids’ first trip to snow! The place was cozy, perfectly set up with all the essentials, and a wonderful surprise was HOW MANY board games, kids toys and coloring supplies there were! We all really enjoyed having those extra activities to do in the downtime. Carol was super responsive when we had questions, and we had no problems with the place. The area was quiet and we lucked out with beautiful fresh fallen snow about 10 minutes uo from the cabin, so we had 2 full days of snow play. Would definitely visit again’
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina H.

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

Definitely will stay again

My family of six had a wonderful time. This property exceeded our expectations. It was so clean, well organized, and thoughtfully situated for guests. As a parent, I appreciated the kids books and games, plastic plates and cups accessible at kids' height, laminent floors in the entryway (we came in winter), and comfortable furniture. I also appreciated the furnishings. The home provided ample seating and writing/drawing surfaces without feeling cluttered. Great location too. We're all looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crypto V.

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

Dream Cabin

We walked in to a fire going in the fireplace and everything felt right about this great little cabin. It had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. It just felt like home at every turn. The host has thought, of every little detail to make it a most charming experience. From the easy communication, the well stocked kitchen, to the well light walkways; you will fall in love with this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

diane g.

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

Another great stay

Sweet comfortable clean cabin. We were able to book a last minute weekend up in Arnold. It was warm so we kayaked in Alpine one day and went to Union the other. Took a hike and caught some fish. Also saw enjoyed a swim at Fly In. Thank you for sharing your cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

Fantastic cabin

The cabin was better than expected. Very clean and well equipped. The deck was a lovely place to spend our evenings. I love the little details, like the stamped postcards, the welcome gift and so much more. Carol was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Thank you for a great weekend and I hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Cozy clean cabin

We loved our stay! The cabin was very clean and fully stocked with utilities, board games, cleaning supplies and towels/blankets. We really enjoyed how the property was tucked away from the main road which made it quiet and a more enjoyable stay (quiet nights and mornings). We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

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

Birthday Get Away

The place was very nice and clean. We were there for 3 days. Our only issue with this place is that there to many stairs to climb when you are trying to load and unload your belongings. Also the shower felt very slippery when showering. In the future we could not bring our son because this place is not handicap accessible. We made sure we left the place like we found it. As we were told in the rules that the cleaning person would be taking a video to send back to the owner. So I took pictures too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Midge L.

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

great place to stay for a long weekend

My husband and I stayed at the Brown Bear Hideaway in July. We spent the daytime sightseeing and would finish our day by enjoying the deck at night. We were lucky enough to see deer in the yard, very peaceful and relaxing. The kitchen is well stocked. Thankfully there were paper plates as there isn't a dishwasher. LOL Looking forward to another Arnold trip when the temperatures are cooler. BTW Thanks Carol for the cute bear hand towel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A really hot week...

Temps were 15° above normal for July, so the poor little A/C unit couldn't keep up. Used many fans in addition, to try to keep inside below 85°. Low temps inside at 6 AM were 74° with fans & A/C running 24/7. Not the norm, I know. Pool was only available as an additional package of $20/person/day, but many lakes outside of the resort area helped cool us down. Otherwise, the cabin was great! Well-stocked, comfortable, no issues. I'm a senior, so a grab bar in the shower/bath would have felt more secure. The rest of the family camped, coming to the cabin for dinner & showers, which enhanced their experience, too, in such intense heat. The grands loved the games, puzzles, & books. We just picked the wrong week to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tam

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

Peaceful Stay

The brown bear hideaway is tucked away, surrounded by trees, giving you the feeling you are all alone in this beautiful mountain cabin. The view is beautiful and we watched deer feeding early in the morning. This cabin is actually close to everything you may need. The Sequoia Woods Country club restaurant and bar is just down the road along with the Blue Lake Sprjngs pool. The people here are friendly with a small town family atmosphere. It’s close to the 4 highway, yet you don’t hear any traffic. The home is spacious and comfortable with everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Work retreat - just right

Quiet - convenient - comfortable. Great stay and very helpful hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Excellent

Carol is very nice and responds quickly. The cabin is very clean and comfortable. The location is also great, since it’s close Big Trees park, Bear Valley and stores. We will define come again. Thank you Carol!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie and Lorenzo C.

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

Great place to stay in Arnold!

My family enjoyed staying at this place. It had a cozy cabin feel. My two girls 4 and 6 enjoyed the books, markers and games. Kitchen is cozy but well stocked. The location is outside the "downtown" area of Arnold, close to Calaveras Big trees, which makes it a convenient drive to Bear Valley.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime R.

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

Wonderful Experience!

Our stay in this beautiful cabin was amazing! We absolutely loved it. It was exactly what we were looking for in our road trip to California from Texas. Our host Carol was everything we could ask for. Great communication from the moment we booked a year in advance. We got to experience what the locals told us was the first snow of the year, it was so beautiful. This cabin had everything you need when you’re looking to just get away. 10/10 Would definitely recommend and if we’re ever back in the area, 100% will stay here again! Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful cabin Carol! - From Texas with love The Rodriguez family
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose C., Livermore, CA

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

Love our stay

We had a great time staying at the cabin. The house is clean with all the kitchen supplies. The owner is very responsive even on the Christmas Day. We had a very pleasant stay and would highly recommend to family and friends for this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan S., Sacramento, USA

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

Comfortable cozy cabin stay

Carol's lovely cabin stands apart from other properties! Very well-maintained, clean, and warmly furnished, this a-line cabin is a real find. It is clear that Carol has spent a lot of effort making sure her guests have everything they could need. We will most certainly stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lance T.

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

Amazing cabin in a perfect location to explore

We stayed over a labor day holiday. Even with stormy weather we had a great time thanks to Carol's thoughtfulness stocking this cabin full of books art supplies and so many games and puzzles. This place had the best stocked kitchen I have ever stayed at. We needed nothing. Thanks Carol for the opportunity to precious family time in comfort in the amazing sierra Nevada's.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

Perfect A-frame cabin for a BLS vacation for small family

Used this cabin for summer vacation. Great cabin for family of 4 with kids. Everything was great. Our small kids shared a queen bed. Has AC upstairs which feels so necessary in summer. Always saying “oh good they have [something]“. Great care has been taken to provide good quality household goods. Soft plush towels ! No dishwasher and 1 bathroom, fyi. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

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

Wonderful cabin

Love this cozy cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emil T.

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

Great place to stay

We spent 5 days at the Brown Bear Hideaway, and we had a great time. The cabin was clean and had everything we could have wanted (including a good selection of kids books and games). We visited in December and spent time around Bear Valley, but the area closer the cabin looks very nice and i'm sure it's worth exploring further during the summer. Overall, a great experience and a place we would definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronique K.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Stayed here with my family and really loved the cozy cabin. It was clean and had all the amenities needed for a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

Home from home

Brown Bear Hideaway is like home from home. We've stayed 5-6 times now, whether visiting in summer or winter we have always has a fabulous time and the house is always clean, tidy, comfortable & well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia R.

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

Cute, Cozy cottage very near Calaveras Big Trees SP

We enjoyed our stay at the B.B. Hideaway. The location was perfect for accessing our hiking destinations. The cottage was furnished with very comfortable furniture as advertised. Well stocked with games, books, DVD's and kitchen items. We appreciated the welcome goodie bag. We used it on our picnics on the lakes. We will plan to return again and stay @ this lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carol

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I grew up visiting the Sierra to fish and hike and have been awed by it ever since. I introduced the Sierra to my three children by way of fishing, camping, hiking and skiing.
In 2005 I purchased Brown Bear Lodge in Twain Harte and it became a very successful vacation rental.
I retired in 2014 and thought that I wanted a quieter life in a retirement community so selling Brown Bear Lodge was part of that plan - WRONG. I terribly missed the mountains so in 2016 I purchased Brown Bear Hideaway and went to work turning it into a wonderful, comfy home. A year later I decided to move to Arnold and I turned Brown Bear Hideaway into this vacation rental.

Why they chose this property

I like restoring classic things like furniture, antiques, and homes! I could see the potential in this classic A-frame home the minute I stepped inside. After many hours cleaning, painting and designing, it became a very comfortable, relaxing, cozy home.

What makes this property unique

I love the evenings out on the deck. It is very close to Blue Lake Springs recreation.

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