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Pet and Family Friendly

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Propane furnace keeps you warm and fast wifi if you must work.
360 degree forest views. Usually covered in snow during winter.
Spacious deck
Unload after a day on the mountain.
Great open flow as you walk in.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Camp Connell, CA
  • Place, Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Arnold Rim Trail
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Master Loft

1 King Bed

Twin bed with trundle

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet and Family Friendly

At 5200 feet elevation and engulfed by tall pine trees this is the summer mountain retreat you were looking for!

Conveniently located off Highway 4, just minutes from the Lube Room (bar and grill) and Camp Connell General Store you won't have to travel far for key "amenities."

-10 mins to Arnold
-5 mins to Big Trees State Park
-25 mins to Lake Alpine
-30 mins to wine tasting in Murphys

The Cedar Loft is aptly named with cedar shake siding and a large master loft that provides a special cabin vibe.

With new flooring, fresh paint, updated kitchen and bathrooms, guests tend to use words like cozy and homey upon entering.

The cabin is furnished throughout with thoughtful details, local decor, seasonal decorations and a few extras like baby gates, pack n play, toys, books, etc. We also have 3 smart TVs for everyone to enjoy their favorite movies and shows!

If you’re looking for an epic summer mountain experience close to lakes, big trees and hiking, then look no further.

Not ready to book yet? Make sure to click the heart in the top right to save our listing for another time or check out our other property in Downtown Murphys.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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 and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets must be potty trained and nails trimmed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn heater to 55 during winter.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
You will need to to take trash to the local refuse site on your way out. You can schedule trash service pickup for $35.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TOT-0680
Property # 2559500vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Leland Meadows, or check out an event or a game at Ironstone Amphitheatre. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Camp Connell, CA

What's nearby

  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 16 min drive - 17.2 km
  • White Pines Lake - 16 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Camp Connell General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Snack Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fairway View Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet and Family Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pet and Family Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pet and Family Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet and Family Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet and Family Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet and Family Friendly located?

This family-friendly Arnold cabin is located on a river, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Arnold Rim Trail and White Pines Lake. Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Sierra Nevada Logging Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great stay and hosts—the space was clean, well-stocked, and thoughtfully-arranged.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth R.

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

Peaceful stay

Clean, quiet, well stocked cabin. Loved our get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin with a beautiful surroundings to walk around for 2 days. The fireplace was easy to use and we enjoyed the ambiance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
As advertised, cute cabin, owners super responsive. Great amenities with the recreation center.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Perfect place for a weekend getaway!

Great location, close to shops, food and activities! The hosts keep the property extremely clean and provide lots of extras like snow gear/toys, kids toys and baby gates! We plan to stay with them again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

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

Great getaway

Had a wonderful time away at this cute cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Thanks for the great review and glad you enjoyed your time at The Cedar Loft!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very comfortable and cozy, with thoughtful and welcoming decor. We cooked quite a bit and the kitchen had everything we needed. There were toys for the kids to play with (ages 6 & 8), which they loved, and plenty of games. The rooms were really comfortable. My kids said they wanted to live there permanently! One thing to be aware of is that you need to pack out your garbage (unless you pay a small fee to the cleaning service), but the waste center was right on our way out and very easy to navigate.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

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

Comfortable cabin

Our stay was so much fun. Cabin is very well equipped with kitchen having everything we needed. Enjoy making fires in the fire pit each evening and exploring the area during the day. Ryan responded to questions in very timely manner and was extremely kind. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

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

Great place

Cabin was cost and clean-well stocked with appliances and awesome deck. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beata K.

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

Awesome experience

Thank you for letting us stay at your cabin. We had truly great time during our Christmas stay. The cabin is clean and well equipped and the owners easy to communicate, very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
So happy you had a great time. We know staying for Christmas sets high expectations so glad they delivered. You and your family are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

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

Great weather and all the conveniences we needed

Smart TVs, fully stocked kitchen, access to the pool, and proximity to great lakes made for a great vacation. We luckily had great weather and did not require AC and the fans were sufficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britt T.

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

Relaxing get away

The place is in a nice, quiet location not far from Big Trees State Park. The cabin had everything we needed and was warm and cozy. The kids loved making s’mores at the fire pit and playing with the fun games that are provided. We took the loft room and it was oh-so-comfortable! I’d definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita D.

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

Fabulous Mountain Retreat!

Camp Connell and the area where this cabin is was just what I was looking for. It was quiet and peaceful and definitely felt so comfortable because I was staying among the trees. The hosts were amazing. They handled everything seamlessly. Definitely a 5 star experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy L.

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

Big trees

This was a nostalgia filled weekend for me. Cedar loft was a wonderful nesting spot in the big trees. Nothing quite matches the song of the big trees.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie D.

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

NYE Vacay

This was the perfect spot for our family to get together for New Year’s Eve!! We had an infant and a fur-baby and the cabin was well stocked with things for both children! The host was super nice, very accommodating, and transparent. We are already planning our next trip up to this beautiful and spacious cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed NYE at The Cedar Loft! We look forward to having you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Wedding

It was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zarina O.

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

Cozy house

Good location for people who like hiking and exploring caverns. House is warm and cozy. Owner responds quickly. Also we found a lot of gameboards. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela S.

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

Perfect

This place was perfect. It had everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing few nights with our dogs in the forest. They loved it there immediately. The place is really clean….like really clean. That made it easy to relax. Stored blankets in a closet, smelled amazingly fresh. We hope we will be able to visit again. THANK YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonore R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, very clean and well appointed cabin near Calavares Big Trees and several excellent lakes. Has what you need, location, coffee and dog friendly. Owners very responsive, directions super clear. Upstairs bedroom can warm up a lot. Be great if there was a ceiling fan up there are MANY other types of fans available. Nice touches: lotsa phone chargers, selection of games, coffee station with grinder and beans, sharp knives and kid says thanks for the Oreos and buttered popcorn. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

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

Peaceful cabin among the trees

We had a great weekend staying here. We spent one day kayaking and swimming at the nearby Utica/ Union Reservoir and explored the Big Trees State park. There is also pretty easy access to the North fork of the Stanislaus River. There are some nice swimming ares, but the river is moving fast right now from the snow melt. Nevertheless, our pups loved it. The cabin was clean and well stocked. The deck was great for lounging and our pups loved it as well. It's located in a very peaceful neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra J.

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

Perfect Cabin in a Beautiful Setting

My family (2 adults, 3 kids age 17, 13, and 10 and 2 dogs) had the best time at The Cedar Loft. I wanted a place where we could stay put to enjoy the snow and this was perfect! The kids loved playing with the provided sleds and snowboards on the little hills around the house, and I loved not having to haul extra equipment or travel anywhere else for snow play. The cabin was easy to get to, and so comfortable and well stocked with everything we needed. Next time we come, I’ll be sure not to overpack because coffee, tea, spices, and more were provided. The hosts were very quick to respond to questions before and during our stay. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karie S.

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

Peaceful Cabin in the Woods

I absolutely loved this cabin! The host went above and beyond to make their cabin comfortable for their guests. Every room in the cabin felt cozy and it was so easy to relax in a space that was impeccably clean. I was also impressed with the coffee/tea bar they had set up for their guests. The outdoor area had a large deck and in back of the cabin was a fire pit area. I loved coming back to the cabin after the time I spent at Beaver Creek in Calaveras Big Trees State Park and taking a hike around White Pines Lake in Arnold. I will be returning to Cedar Loft for many years to come. I found the perfect cabin to spend time alone or with several friends. Looking forward to my next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was easy to use, had more than basic daily amenities covered, parking was easy and finding it was easy. It’s a little further outside of Murphy than we prefer to stay, simply because we enjoy visiting the wineries and it’s about 30 minutes from downtown Murphy’s. The property did not require a lot from us in terms of check out. We booked via Expedia versus booking directly through VRBO, so I think we probably had less communication from The host than I normally have through VRBO. Not a big deal, but it would have been nice to have had an open line of communication to able to tap into how to access things like the community pool (there were no written directions anywhere.) overall great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great time, will do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Collins

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We have a 4 year old and love to travel. Inspired by our own vacation rental stays we decided to purchase our own family cabin that we could share with others. We believe a cabin should be cozy and homey but also have all the amenities we've come to expect. After 2 years of operating the cabin we purchased a beautiful home in downtown Murphys and have loved the different option it provides our guests.

Why they chose this property

The Cedar Loft is aptly named with cedar shake siding and a large master loft that provides a special cabin vibe. We're also at 5200 ft which means more snow vs rain when comparing to other cabins in Arnold.

With new flooring, fresh paint, updated kitchen and bathrooms, guests tend to use words like cozy and homey upon entering. The Trex deck is another cabin favorite with safety railing to keep kids and pets safe.

The cabin is furnished throughout with thoughtful details, local decor, and have a few extras like baby gates, pack n play, toys, books, etc.

What makes this property unique

If you’re looking for a true mountain experience that is still close to restaurants, shopping and snow look no further. Guests tend to use words like cozy, charming, peaceful and perfect when they describe their stay.

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