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Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK

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A cabin with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a deck area with string lights.
A marina with boats docked, surrounded by mountains and forested hills.
A mountain landscape with a clear river, rocky shore, and dense forest.
A retro arcade game machine with Space Invaders and Arcade Classics labels, featuring a game list and score display.
A log cabin with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to the entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Twain Harte, CA
  • Place, Twain Harte Miniature Golf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Twain Harte Golf Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Twain Harte Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! The top floor of our Twain Harte cabin: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, full kitchen, the wraparound deck and your own game room cabin with a 412 game arcade machine.

One minute walk to downtown for groceries, dining, coffee and live music on the weekends. Dodge Ridge is 22 miles, Pinecrest Lake is 19, Yosemite is under an hour. Sleeps 6. Dogs welcome. Need a 4th bedroom? Ask us about adding the studio downstairs.

Ponderosa Paradise is nothing short of an amazing place to be. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel how special this property really is. Great for the whole family, or for friends alike seeking to get away from the city.

WHAT YOU GET

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, full kitchen
Wraparound deck, exclusively yours
Game room cabin, sleeps 6, counts as an additional bedroom
Smart TV's, keyless entry, 2 parking spaces

THE ARCADE ROOM We've upgraded the arcade machine to a cocktail table arcade machine which is much easier to use and more reliable. It has a total of 412 games installed! The cabin sits just steps from the main house. There's no bathroom out there, so whoever sleeps in the cabin uses the bathroom in the main house.

NEED MORE ROOM? This cabin is a duplex and the downstairs studio is rented out separately. You won't share the deck, the game room or anything inside with those guests. If you'd like to have an additional bedroom and bathroom with your reservation, please let me know as we'd be happy to accommodate. We can provide discounting by grouping both listings together.

STAYING COOL The home does not have central air, however we have installed a total of 3 portable AC units, one in the living room, and one in each of the bedrooms in the main house. The game room cabin is not air conditioned.

GUEST ACCESS

We have keyless entry and you will be provided with your own unique code upon reservation. We have 4 parking spaces located on the property. Please only use two parking spaces, as the other two are reserved for the bottom unit.

Take advantage of our new and more relaxed check in/check out times! If you need to get in early or stay late, just ask.

OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE

We're just steps from downtown, which means you can hear the live bands on the weekends and our little town has some ROCKING bands!

DISCLAIMERS

Ice maker is disconnected due to frequent power outages in the area causing it to leak
We allow dogs, but have breed restrictions. We allow up to two dogs and charge a flat $100 fee per pet
We do not allow smoking in our home
No parties or outside guests are allowed

WHAT'S NEARBY

Downtown Twain Harte: 1 minute walk
Black Oak Casino: 6.2 miles
Downtown Sonora: 11.6 miles
Downtown Jamestown: 13.4 miles
Pinecrest Lake: 19 miles
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort: 22.1 miles
Natural Bridges Trailhead: 22.1 miles
Murphys Wine Country: 34.9 miles
Yosemite: 46.8 miles

We hope you enjoy your stay at Ponderosa Paradise!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours are 11 pm to 8 am. Only the guests on the reservation may be on the property, no outside visitors.
Pets must stay on leash around the property. We get mountain lions and bears in Twain Harte. Breed restrictions apply, so message us before booking.
For extended stays we require a cleaning every 2 weeks to maintain the home, charged at the guest's expense.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2477539vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Twain Harte

Twain Harte is home to this cabin. Sierra Repertory Theater and Sonora Opera Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Twain Harte Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park.
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Twain Harte, CA

What's nearby

  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twain Harte Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twain Harte Lake - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Pinecrest Lake - 31 min drive - 36.5 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Country Bbq - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Charlie - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Alicia's Sugar Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa's New Roost - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zoe Coffee House - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK on 23 Sept 2026 start from AU$756, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Cabin in the Pines, 3BR, Arcade Room, Wraparound Deck, Walk to Town, Dogs OK located?

This family-friendly Twain Harte cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Twain Harte Golf Course. Twain Harte Lake and Brentwood Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very nice. Well stocked and very inviting.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was perfect and we had a wonderfu
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was helpful and the place was perfect for our family. We had a great time and we were able to walk everywhere. Everyone enjoyed the game room and movies by the fire at night was perfect. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

holiday visit

convenient location - walking distance to Twain Harte village and easy access to Highway 108
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT HOST! Location, Very Clean & Well taken care of. AWESOME game room for everyone. Very comfortable and cozy. GREAT CABIN! We will DEFINITELY go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in the heart of Twain Harte

The property was great! Walking distance to town with young kids. Great deck and game room with good views of the forest. I'd stay here again over other places we have stayed in Twain Harte. Owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great all around

Top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Last minute getaway to mountains

We are familiar with Twain Harte. This rental checks all the boxes. Clean, great deals and game spot … ping pong, arcades and more! It’s well situated to town walk to coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mini golf and boba too. Owners were very responsive. Perfect for our family of three.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ponderosa

Very cabin and very clean. Squeaky washer and a squeaky master bed. Park of the experience!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas Trip

What can I say? My family and I had a great time staying at this cabin. It was my husband and I and our three teenagers. As soon as we walked in, we were welcomed with Christmas lights and a small mini Christmas tree. The cabin has been newly renovated and I loved the decor. There are new appliances and the beds are comfy. We enjoyed our time sitting by the fire, playing games and opening up our presents. Couple of things to keep in mind. Get there before dark. It’s a bit dark walking up the path. There are some outdoor lights but for me and my eyes, I would have preferred more. The game room was a huge hit with the teenagers! The cabin is within walking distance of downtown. We went for a couple of walks during our stay, and stopped off at a local bar/restaurant to watch the 49er game. Very satisfied with our stay, and would most definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Escape to the Pines.

Nice property and location. Close enough to amenities but still in the pines. Hwy 108 takes you East to stunning locations for hiking etc. Would stay here again on our next excursion!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

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