'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun

Photo gallery for 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun

A spacious lounge area with multiple sofas and chairs, a fireplace, and decorative lighting.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a desk with a chair.
A building with a wooden exterior, outdoor seating area with string lights, and a stone pathway.
A forested area with a dirt path, wooden benches, and a wooden fence.
A man and a young boy standing by a wooden water trough in a natural setting.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

View map
Bear Valley, CA
  • Place, Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bear Valley Ski
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪102 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed, 3 Single Bunk Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Room
The Meadows Modern Suite Deck & Garage Parking
Kirkwood
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
The Meadows Modern Suite Deck & Garage Parking

About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this condo is in the mountains and on a river. Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company and Bear Valley Ski are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Lake Alpine. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Map
Bear Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Alpine - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Bear Valley Ski - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 40 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 50 min drive - 51.0 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Alpine Lodge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kofi Haus - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monte Wolfe Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ebbetts Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Meadow Cafe - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun on 3 Nov 2026 start from AU$927, 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 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 'Wonderful' condo-close to Lake Alpine, hiking, fishing, all high-Sierra fun located?

Situated on a river, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company. Lake Alpine and Bear Valley Ski are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio is right next to the bear valley lodge, provides a good alternative lodging option for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo is a small room located right in front of BV lodge, very convenient to just get your skis/snowboard and hop on the shuttle. The host was very responsive throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good property with great location

Clear instructions and very flexible checkin and checkout timing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Host was awesome, great communication and very accommodating! Condo is very cozy, heats up fast, instant hot water. Plenty of kitchen supplies, paper towels, and utensils and perfect for a small family. Location is perfect for skiing at Bear Valley or accessing Lake Alpine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for 3 weeks! Perfect place for us while we worked I. The area. Very clean place. Great communication with owner
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great value stay in Bear Valley

Easy parking, short walk to the shuttle bus. Studio apartment suitable for a small family, for people who want a high value stay with a kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for all of your Bear Valley aventures. The condo had everything I needed and bonus points for access to the lake. DeAnne is a very responsive host and super easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A cozy spot to explore the snow

This place had everything we needed for our kid's first trip to the snow. We loved the games too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best experience!!

This was our first time not staying in the lodge. We had the best and easiest stay ever! Extremely convenient and we loved how homey this place was. I will always be checking this place out first before considering anything else. Thank you!Tha
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was very convenient for all my purposes. Being here off-season from the skiing, I had no neighbors the entire time, so complete peace and quiet. Prompt return of my cleaning deposit for doing the cleaning myself. Good communication with owner.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

great location, cozy

As for our last-minute decision to go skiing/boarding, this cozy condo was the perfect place, being right in the village, with access to the shuttle and on the mountain in minutes. Communication with the host was amazing! This condo works great for a group of 4! Thank you, DeAnne, for your amazing flexibility to work things out with us on this short notice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was great: 10 minutes to the ski resort. There was a mix-up with the communication, in that I didn't realize that we had to bring towels and sheets, but the host ended up accommodating us, which was very nice. The bunk beds weren't usable for my teen kids, but may be ok for small children. The place was very small.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

awesome location, helpful host

The information/instructions sent to us were very detailed and accurate. The kitchen has many useful items, which makes it super easy to fix meals, etc. The host was very responsive and thorough in her communication. The onsite property manager is also very helpful. Rick does an awesome job with plowing the snow and keeping the parking easy and accessible. Overall we had a great experience. The place is right opposite the lodge and general store.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Unfortunate experience with host

Very convenient location, we enjoyed our stay. Unfortunately, although we left the property cleaner than we found it, the host was not convinced by our photos and was not open to discussing and was quite disrespectful in their communications. It might be helpful to take pictures of the place as soon as you get there so you avoid any issues with the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Not a 5-star hotel, but a 5 star location

It's all about the location, and the location doesn't disappoint - you're a couple minutes walk from the Bear Valley shuttle bus that brings you to the slopes in less than 10 minutes, and you can actually ski down from the top of the mountain right to your accommodation (ok, you'll still need to walk a couple hundred feet). Inside - it's all pretty basic, and very compact, but our family of 5 fit in just fine for a week. Cooking is not too easy, but there are a couple of restaurants in the lodge. Our cleaning fee was waived, because I did the clean up myself, which was pretty easy with the detailed instructions provided by DeAnne. We would definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Bear Valley

Perfect location. Our family of four was very comfortable. It ended up raining while we were there but we were very entertained and cozy inside. There were games and movies. The kitchen had everything we needed. The host was extremely flexible and accommodating. Very good communication. The cleaning instructions were very easy and common sense stuff. Got my deposit back very quickly. We would love to return during the winter and other seasons. Looking forward to more Bear Valley adventures here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for an overnight stay at BV

We stayed here in the summer (June) and just needed a place for one night while on a bike tour. DeAnne's self cleaning option was great for us as all other properties required a hefty cleaning fee even for 1-2 nights! Normally sheets are BYO, but DeAnne provided sheets for us as we couldn't carry them while biking. The unit itself is small but comfortable and cozy. We didn't cook, but the unit had plenty of kitchen utensils, etc. Wifi was good. DeAnne was prompt with contacts and refunded our cleaning deposit with no issues. Would recommend for a reasonable place to stay at BV!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great deal, great stay; don't let the price fool you!

With all other listings being close to double in price or more, I thought this had to be too good to be true. But I took a chance, and it paid off!Firstly, the location was very convenient, with Condo Bear (the building this condo is in) being right across from the lodge and shuttle stop.Secondly, DeAnne, the host, was very communicative and responsive, both before and during our stay.Thirdly, the condo had everything we needed: enough beds to comfortably sleep all four of us (up to 7!), a fully-equipped kitchen, and even a heated towel rack!Downsides? The water heater was smaller than expected, so we had to take quick showers or space them apart.The price may have been what lured me in, but the location, the host, and the condo itself made this a true gem.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Small but great location

The condo was in a great location directly across the Bear Valley Lodge. It was nice to have three restaurants right across the street at the lodge. Shuttle service took you to the Bear Valley ski resort in 10 minutes which was really convenient. The condo was small and very basic. The cabin needs updating. My son sat in a dining room chair and the back of it broke. I was afraid to make coffee because the coffee maker was loose from its holder. I was afraid to touch anything for fear it would break. It was nice of the condo owner to not charge a cleaning fee of $150 like most rentals. She gave a long list of items that should be cleaned which was more than manageable due to the small size of the condo. I would recommend this place to someone who was on a tight budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Heidi, Thank you so much for letting me know re: the chair -- it must've gotten broken by the renter before you and was put together so that it couldn't be seen before it was used. I am so sorry. I bought the set especially for the condo, to make it as comfortable as possible for families, only two years ago. To be honest, I'm pretty sad a chair is broken -- the set was expensive (far more than my own table at home and much, much newer!), but I want to provide nice things for people who spend their hard-earned money on a vacation at my condo. I'll have the chair fixed right away. Thanks also for letting me know about the coffeemaker. Because the unit slides into a holder mounted under the cabinet (to leave the counters open for cooking, etc.), if it slides forward at all, it just needs to be pushed back, but there's no way you could know that. I will include a note about that in my instructions going forward. Thank you for giving me the heads-up that that is not clear to visitors. I'm glad that you appreciate the effort I've made to offer a place that's affordable to those on a budget. I'm a single mom and have rented a lot of places with kids -- I understand how expensive it can get. I also know what I've needed when staying in a place where I plan to cook and so try to provide everything a visitor could need to cook for a family after a long day of hiking, skiing swimming, etc. Because that's why people come to Bear Valley -- to get outdoors. It's not about what's inside, it's all the great stuff that's just outside the door!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful condo for a ski trip!

We had a great stay here: the location can't be beat for doing anything in Bear Valley, and the triple bunkbed was a huge hit with the youngest part of our family :). Huge thank you to the host for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter wonderland

We had a great time at Deanne’s place. It was extremely clean, very well stocked in terms of all paper goods, cleaning supplies, and cooking utensils. It is very well located; across the street from the lodge and shuttle stop. Rick did an amazing job keeping the parking and pathways clear of snow and safe and available for the condo guests. No small feat as the days we stayed at Bear Valley saw the most December snow ever and over the holiday week too. Things I wish I knew: turn the heater and the gas stove all the way down at night, the first night I only turned the thermostat down to 60 and it was too toasty to sleep, the outlet that the tall skinny floor lamp near the dining room table is plugged into is a switched outlet. Important if you have phones plugged in. And (although this is super clear in the listing as pointed out by my partner and daughters once we got there) this condo is a large 1 room studio. It works well for 4 however and the lodge across the street has a large and very cool great room with a fireplace if you want to get away. Also, if it was not so snowy, the large deck would have been a great additional space. All in all a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location can’t be beat!

Condo was exactly as described. The location could not be any better. I have this 5 star as it was suitable, exactly as described, and met our family’s needs perfectly. The condo could use updating overall, but that is the case with most of the condos here in BV. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfortable.

The property was perfect for our family of four.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice, cozy and conveniently located condo

We thoroughly enjoyed our two day stay at the condo. It was very conveniently located, a few minute walk to the Bear Valley Cross Country resort and tubing/ sledding. The condo was clean and had all the necessary things to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. We will definitely stay there again and will recommend it to others. Thank you DeAnne for making our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very cozy condo close to everything!

The condo was appointed with all the necessary items to make our state very comfortable!
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback