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Bear's Lair, pets welcome! 25 min from Bear Valley ski resort and snow parks
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10 185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Camp Connell, CA
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park6 min drive
- Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course14 min drive
- Sierra Nevada Logging Museum15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Bear's Lair, pets welcome! 25 min from Bear Valley ski resort and snow parks
Come and relax at our home away from home, we welcome you and your furry friends!
Linens and trash service are included, with no extra fees. Our cleaning fee covers all the house cleaning. You will not be stripping beds or doing laundry and you don't have to take out the trash. You are on vacation and we want you to enjoy your time here.
There is a large, level, open area to park. During the winter we have a snow plow service to keep it clear.
The cabin has a large deck out front with room to eat or just sit together and play giant Jenga. It’s a beautiful spot in the evening to look for stars!
The cabin’s upstairs has a large open area with the kitchen, dining area, and living room all in one. Our operating manual is located on the dining room table and it includes everything from the Wifi info to popular hikes and lakes.
Our kitchen is fully stocked. Our goal was to be able to cook a full holiday meal from start to finish. We have many appliances, pots, pans, and serving dishes. Tips for baking and cooking at altitude are in our operating manual to ensure your meal turns out perfect. (We have tested them out and can assure you they work).
You can play games or watch a movie in our upstairs living room. It is our favorite gathering spot. You can cook, play games, and watch a movie all together in one big room.
Our leather L-shaped sofa has three recliners built in so you can relax after a day of skiing, snowboarding, or hiking and boating. The big wood-burning stove keeps the whole floor warm and we offer plenty of wood to go with it. There is complimentary hot chocolate, tea, and coffee for our guests. We offer a complimentary bottle of wine as well to start your vacation off right!
There is radiant ceiling heat in each room with separate thermostats to ensure you stay warm. We do not have A/C but do have plenty of fans in every room.
There are two bedrooms upstairs, each with a comfortable queen bed and blackout shades. There is a full bathroom just steps away. We offer toiletries, shampoo and conditioner, a facial bar, and body wash as well as a spare toothbrush and floss.
We have baby toys in the upstairs closet along with a portable crib, high chair, toddler cot, and a white noise machine.
Infant safety items are in this closet too, outlet covers and cabinet keepers.
Downstairs has the Bunkbed Room with two twin over full bunkbeds-it is not the most clever name but it was named by our kids when they were little and now we love it :). This room has blackout curtains.
Loads of toys and games in this room, it’s perfect for kids. Each bed has it’s own reading light for bedtime stories. There is a reading nook under the stairs with books and pillows.
There is also a cozy family room with a second wood-burning stove. A 55-inch tv and large selection of movies make for a great family night or just a place for the kids to play.
There is also a washer/dryer there with complimentary detergent should you need it. A second full bathroom is right there.
Both of our TVs have streaming platforms and the downstairs has a fire stick and DVD player.
We are members of the Big Trees HOA. Our membership includes free club and pool access for you and your whole group. It is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Bear Valley Ski Resort is 20 min up the hill, and Big Trees State Park is 5 minutes down the hill. Restaurants and groceries are just 10 minutes down the hill in Arnold. We are perfectly located to get away from it all but close enough to all your favorite activities that you won’t miss a thing!
Linens and trash service are included, with no extra fees. Our cleaning fee covers all the house cleaning. You will not be stripping beds or doing laundry and you don't have to take out the trash. You are on vacation and we want you to enjoy your time here.
There is a large, level, open area to park. During the winter we have a snow plow service to keep it clear.
The cabin has a large deck out front with room to eat or just sit together and play giant Jenga. It’s a beautiful spot in the evening to look for stars!
The cabin’s upstairs has a large open area with the kitchen, dining area, and living room all in one. Our operating manual is located on the dining room table and it includes everything from the Wifi info to popular hikes and lakes.
Our kitchen is fully stocked. Our goal was to be able to cook a full holiday meal from start to finish. We have many appliances, pots, pans, and serving dishes. Tips for baking and cooking at altitude are in our operating manual to ensure your meal turns out perfect. (We have tested them out and can assure you they work).
You can play games or watch a movie in our upstairs living room. It is our favorite gathering spot. You can cook, play games, and watch a movie all together in one big room.
Our leather L-shaped sofa has three recliners built in so you can relax after a day of skiing, snowboarding, or hiking and boating. The big wood-burning stove keeps the whole floor warm and we offer plenty of wood to go with it. There is complimentary hot chocolate, tea, and coffee for our guests. We offer a complimentary bottle of wine as well to start your vacation off right!
There is radiant ceiling heat in each room with separate thermostats to ensure you stay warm. We do not have A/C but do have plenty of fans in every room.
There are two bedrooms upstairs, each with a comfortable queen bed and blackout shades. There is a full bathroom just steps away. We offer toiletries, shampoo and conditioner, a facial bar, and body wash as well as a spare toothbrush and floss.
We have baby toys in the upstairs closet along with a portable crib, high chair, toddler cot, and a white noise machine.
Infant safety items are in this closet too, outlet covers and cabinet keepers.
Downstairs has the Bunkbed Room with two twin over full bunkbeds-it is not the most clever name but it was named by our kids when they were little and now we love it :). This room has blackout curtains.
Loads of toys and games in this room, it’s perfect for kids. Each bed has it’s own reading light for bedtime stories. There is a reading nook under the stairs with books and pillows.
There is also a cozy family room with a second wood-burning stove. A 55-inch tv and large selection of movies make for a great family night or just a place for the kids to play.
There is also a washer/dryer there with complimentary detergent should you need it. A second full bathroom is right there.
Both of our TVs have streaming platforms and the downstairs has a fire stick and DVD player.
We are members of the Big Trees HOA. Our membership includes free club and pool access for you and your whole group. It is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Bear Valley Ski Resort is 20 min up the hill, and Big Trees State Park is 5 minutes down the hill. Restaurants and groceries are just 10 minutes down the hill in Arnold. We are perfectly located to get away from it all but close enough to all your favorite activities that you won’t miss a thing!
Property manager
Mary DeWindt Ascarrunz
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Amenities
Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have safety items for children and infants
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 4 total)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. Whale Rock and Balancing Rock are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Leland Meadows and Twain Harte Miniature Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.

Camp Connell, CA
What's nearby
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
- Arnold Rim Trail - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
- Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
- Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
- White Pines Lake - 16 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Lube Room Saloon - 5 min drive
- The Restaurant - 15 min drive
- Snowflake Lodge Restaurant - 13 min drive
- Fairway View Lounge - 15 min drive
- Snack Bar - 13 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Mary DeWindt Ascarrunz

We are Bay Area natives who grew up vacationing in Dorrington and Camp Connell. Our family loves to come up all year round for hiking, swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, skiing, and snowboarding. We love being outdoors.
We are also on another famous listing site with lots of 5-star reviews. Check us out and then come back here and book.
We are also on another famous listing site with lots of 5-star reviews. Check us out and then come back here and book.
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood because it is far enough away to feel isolated but close enough to town for supply runs. Just walking through the neighborhood is lovely! It is a perfect neighborhood for a peaceful vacation.
We are also high enough in elevation that we get a good amount of snow.
We are also high enough in elevation that we get a good amount of snow.
What makes this property unique
We love that the cabin has two full levels. It allows us to gather together upstairs for games, cooking and eating, and watching movies, while still having plenty of room downstairs to relax and read or watch a different movie.
Often the kids take over the downstairs and the adults have the upstairs. There is more than enough room for everyone, either for gathering or for a little solitude.
Often the kids take over the downstairs and the adults have the upstairs. There is more than enough room for everyone, either for gathering or for a little solitude.
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