10/10 Excellent
Jason T.
17 January 2022
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family winter retreat
Jason T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Rent The Entire Historic Dorrington Hotel - family retreats, friends getaway
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Arnold, CA
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park15 min walk
- Arnold Rim Trail7 min drive
- Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course11 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Rent The Entire Historic Dorrington Hotel - family retreats, friends getaway
Centrally located in Beautiful Downtown Dorrington, this is the ideal place for your family reunion or a relaxing mountain vacation with friends. The secluded back deck overlooks a large meadow and a stunning backdrop of beautiful Pine trees. Located just steps away from the acclaimed Lube Room Saloon, this unique Historic Hotel has all of the amenities to enjoy a relaxing, quiet getaway.
The hotel sleeps up to 12 guests. The second floor has 5 bedrooms and 2 shared bathrooms. Each bedroom with its own unique personality and charm is furnished with beautiful antique pieces, charming decorations, and comfortable queen-size beds. The open floor plan on the first floor offers a comfortable sitting area with an antique fireplace, flat-screen TV, free Wifi, a large dining table, A full kitchen, 2 restrooms, and 1 bedroom with a queen bed. There is a back deck area with an amazing view of the mountains and a vast open meadow. You have access to the meadow for playing frisbee, throwing the football, etc.
Located within walking distance are scenic trails and fire roads with endless views for hiking, mountain biking, or cross-country skiing in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Great swimming at Whites Pines Lake in Arnold. Bring your canoe or kayak and paddle the crystal clear Utica, Spicer, and Alpine Lakes. Bear Valley Ski Resort, Bear Valley Cross Country Ski Resort, and the Bear Valley Music Festival are 20 minutes up the hill on Highway 4. The hotel is 5 miles up from Arnold and about 15 miles from Murphys - a gold rush town known for its excellent wines and great restaurants.
The Stanislaus River is approximately five miles down the road. The day-use area has picnic tables, and barbecues and provides easy access to the river. Excellent place to have a picnic, fly fish or cool off with a nice swim.
Big Trees Village Recreation Center with 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, picnic grounds, and various rec center activities is within walking distance and may be available for guests' use. Guests must arrange access with the hotel manager.
If you need an additional room for extra guests, there's a cottage on the side of the hotel available to book under VRBO #816330.
We're happy to discuss details and additional costs with you if you would like to consider using our hotel as your party venue. The ample size deck and the meadow are perfect spots for weddings, company retreats, birthday parties, etc.
The hotel sleeps up to 12 guests. The second floor has 5 bedrooms and 2 shared bathrooms. Each bedroom with its own unique personality and charm is furnished with beautiful antique pieces, charming decorations, and comfortable queen-size beds. The open floor plan on the first floor offers a comfortable sitting area with an antique fireplace, flat-screen TV, free Wifi, a large dining table, A full kitchen, 2 restrooms, and 1 bedroom with a queen bed. There is a back deck area with an amazing view of the mountains and a vast open meadow. You have access to the meadow for playing frisbee, throwing the football, etc.
Located within walking distance are scenic trails and fire roads with endless views for hiking, mountain biking, or cross-country skiing in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Great swimming at Whites Pines Lake in Arnold. Bring your canoe or kayak and paddle the crystal clear Utica, Spicer, and Alpine Lakes. Bear Valley Ski Resort, Bear Valley Cross Country Ski Resort, and the Bear Valley Music Festival are 20 minutes up the hill on Highway 4. The hotel is 5 miles up from Arnold and about 15 miles from Murphys - a gold rush town known for its excellent wines and great restaurants.
The Stanislaus River is approximately five miles down the road. The day-use area has picnic tables, and barbecues and provides easy access to the river. Excellent place to have a picnic, fly fish or cool off with a nice swim.
Big Trees Village Recreation Center with 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, picnic grounds, and various rec center activities is within walking distance and may be available for guests' use. Guests must arrange access with the hotel manager.
If you need an additional room for extra guests, there's a cottage on the side of the hotel available to book under VRBO #816330.
We're happy to discuss details and additional costs with you if you would like to consider using our hotel as your party venue. The ample size deck and the meadow are perfect spots for weddings, company retreats, birthday parties, etc.
Property manager
Lori Sweeney
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Minimum $2500 additional venue fee will be applied
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Minimum $2500 additional venue fee will be applied
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Arnold
Located in Arnold, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Leland Meadows, or check out an event or a game at Ironstone Amphitheatre. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
Arnold, CA
What's nearby
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Arnold Rim Trail - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
- Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
- Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
- White Pines Lake - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Lube Room Saloon - 1 min walk
- Bistro Espresso - 10 min drive
- Giant Burger - 9 min drive
- Snowshoe Brewery - 11 min drive
- El Vaquero Authentic Mexican - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Heather V.
25 January 2021
Liked: Location
The kids really enjoyed this rustic hotel
Heather V.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jason T.
9 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
short Christmas getaway
Jason T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
william m., -
4 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, thank you!!!
william m.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Stacey S., Angels Camp, Ca
22 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Perfect!!!
Stacey S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sondra L.
14 May 2018
Super Fun Place!
Sondra L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
About the host
Hosted by Lori Sweeney
The Dorrington Hotel and Lube Room Saloon were purchased from the Saville’s in 2015 by the Sweeney, and Mitchell families. The hotel has been refurbished and is open for group reservations, weddings, anniversaries, and parties. Also, the cottage is getting a lot of attention as it sits on the back of the property and is a great spot for couples to get away.
The Mitchell family owns Behan’s Irish Pub in Burlingame and has ties to Fiddler’s in Millbrae, and the Sweeney family is in the commercial real estate business. The families have been long-time friends and are now proud and fortunate co-owners of this historic landmark.
We are committed to the locals and the many guests that come up on the weekends and holidays. We intend to reinvest in our dreams and will continue to make the property thrive while keeping the rich history alive.
Our entire family and staff (now family!) appreciate your continued support and friendship.
Sweeney’s, Mitchell’s, and the Lube Room/Dorrington family
The Mitchell family owns Behan’s Irish Pub in Burlingame and has ties to Fiddler’s in Millbrae, and the Sweeney family is in the commercial real estate business. The families have been long-time friends and are now proud and fortunate co-owners of this historic landmark.
We are committed to the locals and the many guests that come up on the weekends and holidays. We intend to reinvest in our dreams and will continue to make the property thrive while keeping the rich history alive.
Our entire family and staff (now family!) appreciate your continued support and friendship.
Sweeney’s, Mitchell’s, and the Lube Room/Dorrington family
What makes this property unique
The Dorrington Hotel was a historic stopping place on the Big Tree Carson Valley Road, was a vacation spot for Big Trees visitors, and a place to rest for cattlemen, miners and traders. The ranch was originally called Cold Spring Ranch.
The Dorrington Hotel was built in 1852 by John Gardner, John Gardner married Rebecca Dorrington and moved her out from Scotland. Rebecca quickly fell in love with the property and together they had four children.
In 1902 the US Post Office moved to the site and Dorrington officially became a town. At or around 1949, the adjacent building was built for auto repairs. There were two grease racks in the main bar area. In 1977, the building was converted from a grease rack to a beer/burger saloon. Hence “The Lube Room Saloon.” It has become “the meeting place” for locals and visitors alike.
Legends swirl around the property… from Mark Twain’s plaque that is in the Murphy’s museum from when he would drink from the cold spring out back - to the silver and gold trades - to the Miwok and Washoe Indians that once hunted the property. The greatest tale is about Rebecca Dorrington. She loved the property so much, it is told that she never left. One story has it that she went out one cold night during a storm, lost her way and froze to death. Some insist that Rebecca was massacred by Native Americans. Another legend is that she fell down the stairs and bled to death. It has been said that Rebecca died October 16, 1910 in Altaville, CA. Many guests have reported seeing her wondering the halls or rocking the chair out front. Regardless of the legends, we are happy to have her around, be apart of the history, and look forward to having a very long relationship!
The Dorrington Hotel was built in 1852 by John Gardner, John Gardner married Rebecca Dorrington and moved her out from Scotland. Rebecca quickly fell in love with the property and together they had four children.
In 1902 the US Post Office moved to the site and Dorrington officially became a town. At or around 1949, the adjacent building was built for auto repairs. There were two grease racks in the main bar area. In 1977, the building was converted from a grease rack to a beer/burger saloon. Hence “The Lube Room Saloon.” It has become “the meeting place” for locals and visitors alike.
Legends swirl around the property… from Mark Twain’s plaque that is in the Murphy’s museum from when he would drink from the cold spring out back - to the silver and gold trades - to the Miwok and Washoe Indians that once hunted the property. The greatest tale is about Rebecca Dorrington. She loved the property so much, it is told that she never left. One story has it that she went out one cold night during a storm, lost her way and froze to death. Some insist that Rebecca was massacred by Native Americans. Another legend is that she fell down the stairs and bled to death. It has been said that Rebecca died October 16, 1910 in Altaville, CA. Many guests have reported seeing her wondering the halls or rocking the chair out front. Regardless of the legends, we are happy to have her around, be apart of the history, and look forward to having a very long relationship!
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