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Weekend Getaway Relax & Recharge 5 acres Nature Retreat & Dog Heaven!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 634 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Mokelumne Hill, CA
  • Place, Mokelumne Hill Library
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Mokelumne Hill City Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Mercer Caverns
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Weekend Getaway Relax & Recharge 5 acres Nature Retreat & Dog Heaven!

Escape to a peaceful, dog-friendly Sierra Foothills cabin surrounded by 5 private acres on the border of Mountain Ranch and Mokelumne Hill, just a short drive from lakes, rivers, trails, and small towns like Murphys and Jackson

This cozy off-grid retreat is ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers looking to unplug, unwind, and reconnect. Enjoy quality time by the fire, play a board game, or simply relax while your dog explores freely.

Cell service is available, but there is no Wi-Fi, making this a true digital-detox getaway. We have T-Mobile and ATT that works great.

Winter note: The closest snow play is at Bear Valley, located past Arnold, CA.

The Space

Inside the rustic cabin, you’ll find:
Queen bed plus queen air mattress (bedding provided)
Dog bed
Electric heater and wood-burning stove
Wrap-around dining table
Kitchenette with stove, microwave, mini-fridge, and seasonal A/C unit
TV with over 1,000 DVDs and an outdoor projector for movies under the stars
Books, puzzles, and board games for screen-free fun

The cabin comfortably accommodates 2 adults and 2 smaller children indoors.
Guests may also camp outside for a total of up to 6 guests. Additional guests are not negotiable.

Additional Add-Ons
Creekside Glamping Tent in a separate space with a full-size air mattress and single cot (bedding not included), close to the main cabin and sitting area, but in seperate private area. Additional time notice needed for setup outside of the summer months. Extra $25 per night.

Cozy Quarters Van in a separate area with a queen bed, a large private deck, and a seating area, also close but in seperate private location. Extra $45 per night.

Amenities & Comforts
Two outhouses with ha and-washing sink
Outdoor hot shower (a guest favorite)

Choice of Weber, Traeger, or gas grill
Mr. Coffee maker with filters and sugar provided

Firepit area and multiple shaded seating spots

Enjoy rustic comfort surrounded by fresh mountain air and local wildlife.

Outdoor Features
Explore the property’s natural beauty across 5 acres:

Treehouse platform for morning coffee or stargazing
80-foot zipline swing
Swings, hammocks, and outdoor games

Private trails winding through an additional 2.5 acres of forest regrowth from the 2015 Butte Fire

This is a unique opportunity to experience nature’s renewal up close.

What’s Nearby
On your way in, stop at Sender’s Market in Mountain Ranch, a local favorite offering:
Local Calaveras County wines
Ribeye steaks at great prices
Fresh deli sandwiches
Groceries, hardware, and souvenirs

Also nearby in Mokelumne Hill and Mountain Ranch:
Local bars with pool and food
Wineries, cider houses, and sports bars
Farmers’ markets and weekend events during the summer

New Hogan Lake in Valley Springs is our favorite day trip place with endless spots to play in the water, go on a hiking trail around the lake, dog and kid friendly, and nearby restrooms and picnic tables.

Or Mokelumne Rivers on Electra Rd toward Jackson, to just sit and hang out on the river. Not recommended for pets and kids as much due to the rushing river waters.

Local event information:
Visit www GoCalaveras . com under the Things To Do tab for places like Murphy's, Jamestown, San Andreas, Lake New Hogan, Lake Comanche and Mokelumne River.

Visit www visitamador . com Things To Do for visiting Jackson, Sutter Creek, Kennedy Gold Mine, and Preston Castle, along with numerous lakes.

Pet Policy
Dogs of all sizes are welcome. Please bring pet bedding or use the provided dog bed.
We kindly ask that guests clean up after pets and keep them close when outdoors.
And if you have a dog that sheds or with white hair, please don't let them sleep on the bed with the black duvet cover. For some reason, white dog hair is very difficult to clean up after; just be aware of the impact after you leave.

Check-In / Check-Out
Check-In: 2:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM

Our Promise

We visit often to maintain trails, split firewood, and care for the property. This is our personal retreat, and we’re happy to share it at a fair rate so others can enjoy the same peace and quiet.

Please treat it as your own and enjoy the calm beauty of the Sierra Foothills.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, fireplace, and TV
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 24.3 mi (39 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from California Cavern State Historic Landmark
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Mokelumne Hill cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Fires only in fire pit areas

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 370 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
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:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please leave the trash inside the cabin.
Please turn off the lights, heater or air conditioner, and lock the doors.
Please return the key to the lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please don’t smoke anything inside the cabin, it takes days to air out the smell
Please park anywhere other than on the side of the cabin with the picnic tables due to erosion.
Bring firewood. You're welcome to gather fallen branches or pick up any wood on the ground. Do not touch the already stacked wood.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Wildlife on property, pet owner responsible.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Large gatherings permitted upon written approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Fires only in fire pit areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 6
Note from host: Large gatherings permitted upon written approval
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cozy Cabin for Group Campers or Solo Retreat Cabin
Cozy Cabin for Group Campers or Solo Retreat Mokelumne Hill

Weekend Getaway Relax & Recharge 5 acres Nature Retreat & Dog Heaven! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is great, and the hosts are very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was perfect for a little get-away. Thank you Steven and Michelle!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great getaway!!!!

Amazing property to relax and unwind!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Lovely place and enjoyable stay

Quiet, beautiful property and just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy A.

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

Cabin getaway

We had a great stay at the cozy cabin! Perfectly situated in nature, yet close enough to society, this was the perfect weekend retreat to get away from the every day hustle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omar N.

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

Amazing place!

Really enjoyed staying here. Came up with the dogs and we all enjoyed this location. Great property and location. Highly recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Anniversary Vacation

Nice and quiet, relaxing and just beautiful piece of property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Another great stay!

Second time staying at this property. Had a great time again. Loved the amenities and the setting. Really fun place to stay with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Great place!

We had a great time here. Had everything we needed. Kids had a fun time and was super dog friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Amazing cabin

This is the best cabin me and the family have ever stayed in! We loved everything about this from the coziness to looking at the trees it was a family weekend we will never forget and will be visiting again soon!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

miranda r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very accommodating and supportive! Helped me every step of the way. Clean and spacious area! Very relaxing and serene. Plenty of things to do from board games, movies, to learning about the history of the area. Hosts were very sweet and welcoming! Went out of their way to put up a birthday banner for my husband. we loved or stay and can’t wait to be back with our friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Casandra P.

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

Great little get-away

Really enjoyed that this place is set up with a variety of seating/hang-out spots. Very welcoming and well-maintained. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

3rd stay - great as always!

Third time staying at the property. Well set up, good info. Always a good time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Great place!

Owners are very accommodating. Cute little house and activities for kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garth R.

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

Amazing getaway!

We love the atmosphere of this location. Well thought out and the owners are very nice and responsive. We shall return! Thank you again Michelle and Steve!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liam R.

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

Great Cabin

Well taken care of, was actually nicer on the inside than I anticipated from the pictures. Was everything one needed to get away for a while.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Off the beaten path

Loved the property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blanca R.

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

Amazing

Perfect getaway!! Greatly appreciated and enjoyed by our family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline U.

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

Little Getaway

All the fun of camping, but a cozy bed to climb into at the end of the day! Bonus- outdoor movie night where our dogs were welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Wonderful Get-away

Steven's place was a wonderful, peaceful get away. The property is just beautiful and our dogs loved all the space. Steven was very responsive with questions and accommodating for us! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute and Cozy Cabin

Perfect for a weekend getaway in the beautiful redwoods. Secluded but plenty of activities at the property. Outdoor shower and restroom are actually very nice. Many more kitchen ammenities than expected and very dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Property is cute and nice; wish they provided a local road map as had no internet access for the three nights there and no idea of where to go for things I liked
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Quiet Getaway

A great property and perfect base camp for exploring Gold Country. Like having a campground to yourself with the added plus of all of the comforts of home. Was a great solo (+dog) getaway and would be great for family trips and get togethers. Thanks for sharing your special place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah s.

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

Perfect

The best vacation rental I’ve ever booked. The property exceeded all expectations and we were so sad to leave. We are already looking at our calendar so we can book our next trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

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

Dream getaway

The property was beautiful and. So fun to explore. Somehow time stood still, we were able to decompress and relax. Thank you so much for offering and opening your space to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023