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Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!

Arnold cabin with kitchen

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Interior
Pool
Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dorrington, CA
  • Place, Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ironstone Amphitheatre
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Columbia State Historic Park
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the area

Arnold

In Arnold .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Calaveras Big Trees State Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Arnold Rim Trail with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Sierra Nevada Logging Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 37 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Lake Alpine - 44 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Bear Valley Ski - 44 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 61 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Giant Burger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Vaquero - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Camp Connell General Store - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!

Welcome to Inspiration Inn! Nestled among the trees, Inspiration Inn is a charming chalet cabin in the heart of the Sierras. The living area boasts stunning pine ceilings, creating a cozy ambiance, with a wood stove for ambience, and central heat!

Both bedrooms are on the main floor with a queen bed in each. The upstairs open loft has 1 queen bed, 1 double bed and a bunk bed. There is a bathroom with shower on each level.

During the summer months, you'll have full access to Big Trees Rec Center, where you'll enjoy 2 pools, a playground, basketball, tennis and bocce courts!

Inspiration Inn is the perfect retreat for relaxation or to fulfill all your outdoor adventure desires.

Access Information: You will receive check-in instructions, including your access code for entry, 2-4 days prior to your scheduled arrival date. Please be sure to check your junk/spam email, as sometimes these instructions end up there. Audio/visual cameras are on site (exterior only).

Tenant must be at least 25 years old to rent.

Communication: Property management will contact tenant by their preferred method of communication (personal email, text, etc.) to send a required rental agreement, check-in instructions, etc.

Payment (where applicable): A 2% surcharge (of the total transaction amount) will be added to your transaction charges when your credit card is charged. Upon booking, $300, plus the c/c fee, is due immediately and is charged to the credit card on file. The balance is due 30 days prior to arrival (if you are booking a stay that is sooner than 30 days from the booking date, the full amount is due immediately & will be charged to your card on file). We will accept payment by check for the final payment, as long as your arrival date is further out than 45 days. If you wish to pay by check, please email our office immediately to advise us NOT to charge your card on file for the final payment. Please note that if your check is not received by the 30 day mark, your credit card on file will be charged, regardless of previous arrangement. All payments are due in full 30 days prior to your arrival.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! to the airport?

This cabin is 116.1 mi (156-min drive) away from the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! to downtown Arnold?

This cabin is 0.3 mi away from Dorrington.

Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin E.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Functional - Great for a Family

The property was exactly as advertised. Everything was clean and in good working order. We had a family of 4 and there was plenty of room for at least 4 more. Would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Snowy weekend getaway

We had a great stay with our kids and another family at the cabin. It’s the perfect location to get to Bear Valley skiing, both downhill and cross country, as well as sledding and other snow play, but low enough elevation that we didn’t get stuck in the snow. The cabin is a little rustic, and very comfy. We had everything we needed. It’s a small thing but we really appreciated not having to strip the bedding at the end of our stay. The driveway is a bit steep which they mention in the description but we didn’t have any problems. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

peaceful location, comfortable cabin

We had a very relaxed time in a pleasant setting--exactly what we wanted. Cell coverage was poor but we didn't care. Quiet neighborhood. Driveway is steep but no snow or ice when we were there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Neat Cottage near Bear Valley

Everything was as described. We had a smooth visit from check in to check out. Well stocked with kitchen tools and small appliances. Nice bedding. Lots of useful nightlights to help find the bathroom in the dark. If you put kids in the loft, you will hear every noise in the downstairs bedrooms until they stop moving and chatting and finally fall asleep upstairs. The Avery trash transfer station was easy to find and use when we were leaving. Good stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Endre K.

Liked: Cleanliness

February Stay

Everything about the property was great. Only problem we had was parking. Our van had snow cables, but we got stuck trying to get out the driveway. Too steep for cables to work. Snow saucers we were counting on weren't there. We enjoyed our stay, response from property manager was excellent. The property other than the parking was just right.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

We had a great time and the cabin was the perfect size for our family of 5. There are blankets and comforters but you need to bring linens and towels. They have a good selection of DVD's and board games. We played many games of Battleship!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cabin

We had a nice stay at this cabin. It is conveniently located to several attractions. Our plan was to go skiing at Bear Valley but the ski conditions were not ideal. We had so many other activities to choose from that it still made for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marielle V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Arnold Stay

This was a great vacation. We visited the big trees state park nearby, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Konstantin

Everything was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend

Great cabin that met Our needs. Excellent location and easy process. Comfortable and just what our family needed. Not a fancy place, perfect for family. One thing to know ahead , you have to bring your own linens and towels snd take your garbage for disposal about 20 minutes away. Both were fine snd likely help keep the place affordable, just something good to know before you book.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natallia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Snowy Christmas

Great place to stay with friends. We made a lot of cooking, the cabin has all you need to enjoy time in snow.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liubov P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice small cabin

It’s a good cabin for the price. The place is a bit outdated. Old shower heads and toilets. But they have full kitchen, lots of beds and are in a great location. We loved our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Linda W., Suisun City, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

had to book twice

Do not be fooled when you get instant approval from VRBO. The realtor managing this property does not consider you confirmed until you return a 5 page rental agreement requiring initials and signature and multiple places that must be faxed back with 48 hrs or they cancel your reservation. I was out of internet range and they canceled my reservation. I would recommend the owner be more involved in the process. We did not receive the code to the lock box, most cell phones do not work in the area. Relator closed on a friday at 4pm. not able to call for help. You get 1 garbage bag for 2 nights stay recommend you bring your own. The hand soap in bathrooms and kitchen was horribly watered down would not even suds up. The light on the deck is motion sensor and only stays on for about 3 sec. If you want to sit on the deck you sit in complete darkness. They do not want you to bring your own shoes inside the cabin so maybe you want to bring some house shoes.Furniture is oversized for the size of the cabin and the front room kitchen area is very cramped and difficult to move around in. The bedrooms appear roomier. The showers are very small tall people had to duck short people the water hits over their head to the wall no way to adjust the shower nozzle. There are other rentals on this same street with similar prices and much roomier layouts and full size shower/tub combinations. We adapted and still had a good time but the rental process does not need to be so.... complex
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carmen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing & centrally located

Easy to find and near several great spots. Cabin was very homey, charming and spacious! Should've invited more ppl as we had extra sleeping areas. Everything was clean and although not modern, kept the feel nostalgic and cozy. Will definitely try staying there again!

10/10 Excellent

Maya L., Santa Rosa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Covid escape

Quick getaway. Wonderful to explore area and hike with some friends (at a distance)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Cabin

For the price this cabin had great value! I loved the quiet neighborhood while sitting out on the deck playing cards surrounded by pine trees. It felt very homey that it hasn't been updated and my daughter loved the quilts hanging on the walls.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mariana S., Concord, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient, very affordable cabin!

Cabin is outdated but was clean and had everything we needed! It also had a ton of beds more than we even needed and the price was super reasonable ! The neighborhood is beautiful, quiet, has friendly neighbors and the location is only 4 miles Away from White Pines Lake! This little town is like a hidden treasure! Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020