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A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling, and large windows.
A cozy living room with a large bed, two sofas, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.
A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and a green door, surrounded by tall pine trees.
A cozy living room with two grey armchairs, a brick fireplace, a bookshelf, and a TV.
A small outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a trash bin.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

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, Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Ironstone Amphitheatre
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Arnold

Located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park, this cabin is within a 10-minute drive of Arnold Rim Trail. The cabin includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 37 min drive - 25.0 miles
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 61 min drive - 40.6 miles

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
  • ‪Sarafina's Italian Kitchen - ‬10 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.
The cabin is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Inspiration Inn is Cozy Chalet Big Trees Village Great ski Cabin
Inspiration is Cozy Chalet Big Trees Village Great ski
Inspiration Inn is Cozy Chalet Big Trees Village Great ski Cabin
Inspiration Inn is Cozy Chalet Big Trees Village Great ski Cabin
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Arnold, close to Calaveras Big Trees State Park, Arnold Rim Trail, and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course. You'll also find White Pines Lake and Sierra Nevada Logging Museum nearby.

Is parking available on site at Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!?

Couples staying at this cabin will value amenities like a kitchen, a mountain view in some cabins, as well as a video library.

Does Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

Does Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access!?

Yes, every cabin at Inspiration Chalet - Summer Pool Access! comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marielle V.

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

Arnold Stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Briana F.

A+

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the peacefulness of the location. The cabin definitely felt like a home away from home. It's clean and well kept. The only thing is the driveway can be a little tricky, other then that we love it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natallia K.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Calvin C.

Perfect for skiing at Bear Valley

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Plenty of beds and space to use as base for skiing at Bear Valley. Good food options in Arnold and Dorrington.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Great Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cabin was very comfortable and easy to access. Had everything you would need to cook and eat in cabin. Had a wonderful stay , would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Louis l.

First time rental !!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property management rental service was very prompt and helpful. The cabin was in great shape, and was in a very nice location. This was our first time staying in Dorrington, and really enjoyed easy access the white pines lake, sour Grass they use on the river, and most of all Lake Alpine. We will definitely rent cabins in Dorrington again, and use Sierra management Rental service!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

A cute retreat!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is very spacious and well maintained. I love that it has two private bedrooms and a huge loft, worked really well for us. The only downside is the steep driveway, was a bit nerve-wracking when it got icy, but ultimately was okay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Sunnyvale, CA

Nice cabin by Arnold

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cozy cabin with lots of bedding options. It is nicely located and has all the basic needs covered.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Izo inspiration

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 5 day stay, nice place, friendly helpful staff, great time, will return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

leslie h.

Inspiration Cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, the cabin was awesome. We had a very peaceful 2 days. BUT! Upon arrival, we found the kitchen floor to be very sticky, so I had to mop it. 2nd, when I took out a few pots and pans, they weren’t clean. Residual food particles remained on several. There was an accumulation of dirt on all of them. I had to wash every one of them. The refrigerator took 24 hours to reach the coldest setting. Due to the fact the temperature of the refrigerator wasn’t cold enough, some meat went bad. Luckily I’d only purchased some chicken, so it wasn’t safe to eat, therefore I had to dispose of it. I brought some salmon but I cooked it 15 minutes after we arrived, so that didn’t have a chance to go bad. I’ve addressed these issues to your very kind assistant, who tried her best to resolve what she could. I strongly believe we left your rental cleaner than when we arrived. These issues were quite disappointing for us. I was told one of the rental agents would get back to us quickly. Perhaps the term “quickly” has a different meaning in the mountains. I’m not the type of person that makes an issue out of situations that I don’t think are that concerning. But I felt strongly that these instances warranted your attention. Other than that, we had a wonderful, peaceful time. My daughter and I needed to spend some quiet time together. We both came away feeling closer than we’d been in many years.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Wonderful trip for my sons 18th birthday

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was absolutely perfect for us! The neighborhood was quiet, the air was crisp and clean and the fire pit in the yard was the highlight of the trip. Thank you! My only issue was the price.
Verified

8/10 Good

Endre K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather Y.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin A.

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

Konstantin

Everything was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dmitri S.

Snowed in :)

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It's a nice comfortable cabin with all the amenities and enough sleeping space for our family of 6. One downside is that due to an extraordinary snowstorm the smaller side streets couldn't be cleaned fast enough, so we ended up mostly sledding in the driveway. Still, this was our kids first time in the snow, so the trip was a success.And speaking of the driveway, it's kinda steep, so be mindful about how you'd get out.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liubov P.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Wonderful trip for my sons 18th birthday

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was absolutely perfect for us! The neighborhood was quiet, the air was crisp and clean and the fire pit in the yard was the highlight of the trip. Thank you! My only issue was the price.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Adam A.

Fun Time at the cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall the cabin was nice and cozy and very warm. The rooms were nice and clean and so were the kitchen wares (we did a ton of cooking) The bathrooms were clean (toilet very small). The shower curtain in the downstairs bathroom was shockingly disgusting! While everything else appeared to be cleaned this shower curtain was definitely not! It smelled so bad like urine and locker room I threw it away. I went to the local market and replaced it and left a spare in the other bathroom. THat the only complaint I had. Other than that had a blast and loved the cabin. It was a little hard to find but we had a blast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021