Nestled on the edge of Stanislaus National Forest, Chalet Bruin boasts lofted A-frame ceilings, dual stone fireplaces and a full kitchen. A wrap-around deck claims both sunrise and sunset views, plus a 7-person hot tub, an alpine bocce ball court, a library of board games, and a wet bar keeps boredom at bay. This A-frame Chalet defines "cabin comfort" and is only minutes from groceries, Snowshoe Brewery, Hinterhaus Distillery, and White Pines Lake, and a short drive from Bear Valley Ski Resort.
The space:
This 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, two-level A-frame cabin and detached adu property - easily sleeps 12. On the main floor of the chalet, you'll find two-bedrooms, one bathroom, laundry closet, kitchen, a dining room with pellet stove, and the wet-bar. Three-sliding doors open to the wrap around deck. On the top floor, you'll find a living-room with fireplace and smart-tv, master bedroom and dual sink bathroom.
The detached garage (with a/c and heat) has been converted into a game room with a pool table, ping pong table, foosball table and kids air hockey table. A small washer & dryer, sink and extra refrigerator completes the garage.
Head up stairs from the garage and you'll find another living area, kitchenette, small dining area, the 4th bedroom on the property and the 3rd bathroom. In the attic you'll find the master the bedroom.
Across 5 total bedrooms, you'll find:
-2 King Bed
-3 Queen Beds
-1 Twin XL Bed
- 1 Twin Bed
Ever hear of alpine soccer? Well, Chalet Bruin has alpine bocce ball (not as sloped as alpine soccer though; that'd be crazy).
Winter-loving skiers will find Bear Valley Ski Resort (the closest ski resort to central and south bay time-wise) only a short drive from Chalet Bruin while warmer weather enthusiasts will find their days can be packed with mountain biking, golfing, frolfing, wine tours, paddle boarding, kayaking, white-water rafting, cave exploring, hiking, fishing and, panning for gold – and all are within a fifteen to thirty minute drive.
Nearby Points of Interest: Stanislaus National Forest, Calaveras Big Trees State Park, Arnold Rim Trail, White Pines Lake, Sequoa Woods Country Club, Lake Alpine, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Stanislaus River, Columbia State Park, Murphys, CA, Calaveras Wine Country.
Guest access
There is room in the driveway for3 cars. Chalet Bruin is on a street loop where street parking is okay as well.
-Wood-burning fireplace; please only use the supplied duraflame logs.
-Extra Pellets for the pellet stove are stored onsite.
-Fully equipped kitchen for cooking + dining.
-Spacious deck with lounge seating and a BBQ grill.
-6-person Hot Tub
-All beds are prepared with clean and comfortable linens.
-Towels (including beach towels) are included.
- bocce ball court
- WiFi available (100 mbps)
-Streaming services include: Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, HBO
- NO SMOKING, vaping, e‑cigarettes allowed
- EV Car Charger in Garage
Other things to note
-Cell phone service can be spotty.
-We will consider up to two dogs per visit.
-The entrance to the main cabin is up multiple sets of steps.
- Please do not disrespect our neighbors property. The zipline is our neighbors, do not use this.
- Quiet hours start at 10pm. Again, don't disrespect the neighbors.