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10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7152 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!

Come get away to this beautiful cabin in the trees! Spectacular views plus space enough for two families. Ski, snowboard, sled, ice skate, fish, hike, swim, mountain bike, visit historic towns, or simply relax. Enjoy your cup of coffee on the wrap-around deck and gaze across the gorge at the majestic Dodge Ridge mountainside. The humming birds may join you. At night, sip some wine while you check out the Milky Way and the millions of sparkling stars.

This gorgeous cabin is located in the pristine Sierra Foothills. Driving time is 2.5 hours from East Bay, 1.5 hours from the Central Valley. Perfectly located 15 minutes from Twain Harte, 9 minutes to Pinecrest Lake and Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. Yosemite is 1.5 hours.

Come experience the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. In the winter, watch fresh snow falling from the warm home with glorious views. There is so much here to explore and appreciate.

WINTER GUESTS:
The cabin has many comforts, but it should not be considered a luxury stay. Cold Springs in winter has harsh weather. In December 2021 there were two PG&E power outages lasting over 24 hours and it snowed over 12 feet over two weeks. In serious snow, trees can fall, cars can get in accidents, which can lead to freeways being closed and county roads being impassable. It is normal for it to take hours or even a day before the county roads get plowed after a snow storm.

What We Provide (and Don't Provide) in Winter
We hire a snow plow service to keep the driveway clear so that there is space for two vehicles. (A third vehicle will have a difficult time finding a place to park in snow. We don't recommend it.) We have a nice covered walkway from the driveway to the front door (read: Not much shoveling to get from the car to the door). We provide plenty of firewood, a limited supply of kindling, firestarters, matches. We have an amazing wood stove that heats up the whole house plus space heaters in case rooms get chilly. We also provide an excellent powerful wall heater should you need it.

We provide an emergency generator and multiple back-up propane tanks for fuel. The generator will power lights, refrigerator, wifi, and maybe one stove burner. We provide rock salt for de-icing stairs. We provide snow shovels. The rest is up to you.

Tasks Winter Guests Should be Prepared to Do
- Dig out own vehicles in the event of snow during your stay.
- Shovel a short walkway.
- De-ice steps by sprinkling rock salt.
- Be prepared for power outages. Bring flashlights. In the event of a power outage, guests should either be willing to go without electricity (and internet) or be willing and able to roll a 90 lb generator outdoors, hook it to a propane tank, and start the generator with the push-button. (Instructions are provided.)
- Know how to light and operate a wood stove, including how to use a damper. The wood stove is the preferred source of heat for the cabin.
- Carry chains (even for 4WD and AWD vehicles, it's the law when snowing) and know when, where, and how to install them.
- Know how to reset a circuit breaker and a GFCI outlet.

We will accept cancelations and issue refunds due to closed roads and power outages BEFORE check-in.

SUMMER GUESTS:
Summers can get hot. This cabin, like many up here, does not have AC. But don’t worry. It cools down at night and we have ceiling fans and box fans.

THE SPACE
You have got to see the gigantic master suite upstairs with the balcony mountain view—gorgeous! All bedrooms have black-out/room darkening shades or curtains. Perfect for sleeping-in.

The Main Floor has an open floor plan so that everyone is included. Two bedrooms on Main Floor. Main Floor also has Living Room, wood stove, Kitchen, and Bathroom. Large Deck with both gas and charcoal grills.

Hate hauling things up flights of stairs? Just 2-3 steps from driveway to main floor of cabin.

**Wifi**
Wifi is fast but the connection is intermittent. Email, streaming (e.g. Netflix, Spotify), and wifi texting work fine. Zoom meetings and wifi phone calls do not work well.

Wifi Hotspots
Need to attend a Zoom meeting over wifi? There are two good places for free wifi: Zoe Coffee House in Mi Wuk Village, open 8 am to 3 pm. https://www.zoecoffeehouse.com/ And the the Mi Wuk Wash & Dry laundromat https://goo.gl/maps/sVeLcgzfeLLnbuPJ7 open 6 am to 8 pm.

Puzzles and board games abound. If you crave media, the upstairs nook has a flat screen TV with a selection of DVDs.

Bad back? The upstairs Master Suite has memory foam, which feels both firm and soft at the same time. Downstairs room with California King is a usual mattress, but guests have had zero complaints.

Property manager

Jose Luis Caceres

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1632 sq ft (152 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 923

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Long Barn
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Long Barn

About the neighborhood

Map
Cold Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Stanislaus National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Dodge Ridge - 5 min drive
  • Pinecrest Lake - 8 min drive
  • Dodge Ridge Ski Resort - 16 min drive
  • Leland Snowplay - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mia's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Serene Bean - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Steam Donkey Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is steps from Stanislaus National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Dodge Ridge. Stoddard Spring and Columns of the Giants are also within 6 mi (10 km).

10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Really clean. No A/C, but ample fans and cooling machines provided, so never uncomfortable. Helpful hint: make note/screenshot of access code before you arrive as cell service is spotty at best. My family of 6 was very comfortable at this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin in the woods.
Nice cabin in the woods. Clean with all the amenities we needed. Close to Pinecrest lake, where I got some fishing in. Great change from the Bay Area. Got to see the stars with no light pollution. We were serenaded by the coyotes one night. My wife and I were there over Memorial Day weekend and the neighborhood was nice and quiet. Overall it was a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing
This was our 4th stay at this cabin. It was amazing as always. Jose Luis has great communication, you can always contact him at any time. The cabin always feels like home when you walk through the door. He has everything you need from the kitchen, for the bathroom, outside on the deck, laundry and games, puzzles and books for the family. Totally worth it.. we will continue to book this cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Feihui L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cabin
Thanks to the host for sharing their cabin with us. It’s very clean and convenient. We got everything we needed for the stay. Appreciated the dodge ridge preferred parking permit. Kids also enjoyed the board games. Couldn’t be happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Place
Beautiful little place, great view, close to Dodge Ridge (parking pass was GREATLY appreciated!!). Everything was sparkling clean and in perfect working order. Lots of games and fun for families, will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth F., San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spacious Cabin Near Pinecrest
This is a great place to stay if you are seeking a mountain getaway. Large but cozy cabin with wood burning stove, fully stocked kitchen and gorgeous deck overlooking the forest. Quiet and feels faraway from everything, but only 10 mins from Pinecrest Lake, and 15 min from Twain Harte. Jose Luis and family truly make the effort to ensure you enjoy their cabin and have all you need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evette R., Watsonville

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family trip
We enjoyed our stay in Cold Springs! The location of the cabin was great for easy access up the mountain to Pinecrest Lake and the Stanislaus River and down the mountain for restaurants and shops in Twain Harte. We have been vacationing in the area for more than 30 years and this was the first time in several years that we traveled with our adult son and his girlfriend. Choosing this cabin worked out perfectly! It was spacious, with a very large bedroom and bathroom upstairs and additional bedrooms and bathrooms downstairs, allowing for privacy if needed. We are looking forward to staying longer in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia E., Portand

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin, with great valley views
Used the cabin just for a night and only to sleep because we were at a reunion at a family members nearby home. The house was comfortable, definitely chilly at night, but the furnace is very capable. The downstairs King bed needs to be replaced, but the one upstairs is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home-Amazing Views
We arrived quiet late due to a delayed flight so we couldn’t see the view until we woke up. It was breath taking! My friend sat and just watched the local hawk for about an hour. It was summer and pretty warm but the fans and windows kept us cool. The bathrooms were clean, the kitchen was clean and well stocked with cooking supplies. Over all the place was amazing and we will be returning for sure next summer (hopefully for longer).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
We used to own a cabin in Cold Springs, so this was like coming home.The place was conveniently located, easily accessible and very nice. The information provided by the host was great and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Nice clean accommodation/beautiful view of the trees from the deck
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away.
The cabin was perfect for our family and was very well equipped. Jose was a great host and was very quick to respond to questions prior to our arrival. His humor in the cabin info binder was especially well received! Perfect proximity to Pinecrest, our favorite place on earth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yelena V.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful home base in Pinecrest
Our group included 4 adults and 3 toddlers and all were comfortable and had everything we needed in this cabin for an enjoyable visit to Pinecrest on a long summer weekend. Very clean, spacious and cozy place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Judith T., Pittsburg CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pinecrest
Very convent to go fishing at Pinecrest. Nice and quit.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Well maintained, comfortable, well furnished, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather G., Templeton, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean cute cabin
Although this cabin would have been perfect for our whole family, this trip was just my husband and I. The bed upstairs was super comfortable and the bathrooms were spic and span. The kitchen had everything we could want. We spent most of our days on the mountain and came home to a very comfortable house to relax and rejuvenate before hitting the mountain again. Proximity to the slopes is excellent and pretty views from every window. Highly recommend for couples and families alike!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Xu W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and clean house
Great location and clean house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Holly L.

Good Family Snow Trip
Place was roomy, clean and conveniently close to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. The owner, Jose, was great at communicating with us up until our stay ans throughout. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramya P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy comfortable cabin, great host
We had a wonderful stay at the cabin. While the cabin itself was clean, cozy, comfortable, with everything we needed, what made this experience unique was the amazing host. Jose made sure we were equipped with all the information we needed before we came there, instantaneously responded to every query we had and went out of his way to recommend things we could do for the age group we had in our party. Definitely recommend your next weekend getaway here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski Holiday
Cabin was comfortable, great view off deck, quite, and kitchen had all the necessary amenities for cooking. Our stay was geared toward a skiing vacation, Dodge Ridge Ski Resort was only 10 minutes away. Snow was great and resort has well-groomed runs. Would definitely rebook this Mountain Home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N., Redding, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful view
I loved this property and the location. It has a large deck with a wonderful view facing the east. I loved watching the sun rise with a cup of coffee and read my book for a couple hours. I highly recommend this property for your personal or family retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need!!
We loved staying at this property, it came with everything we could have needed plus more. The thoughtful touches really made a difference, all the games and livable outdoor space was an amazing addition to the experience. We were able to enjoy our time at the cabin comfortably as well as spend time enjoying the local attractions as well. We hope to book with you again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
This was our 4th stay here, as usual it was perfect and cozy. I love the new stove. Our adults kids and grandson was able to stay this time and they loved the cabin and breathtaking views as much as we do. Thanks for the hospitality and great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Briana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The cabin was great with beautiful views. Clean, well stocked and very comfortable! My little family had a great stay and hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We love staying at this cabin, it’s always so peaceful and relaxing. It’s clean and has everything we need. The host is great and very easy communicate with. We will keep coming here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022