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Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley

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Pool
Terrace/patio
New deck with a fire pit and dining areas
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley

Welcome to Murphys Ranch — a true escape on 80 private acres in the Sierra foothills where the views are big, the vibes are relaxed, and the pool is yours.

This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home sleeps up to eight and blends laid-back 1970s charm with modern comfort. Vaulted ceilings, a sun-drenched living room, and an expansive deck overlooking the pool create the perfect indoor-outdoor flow. The open layout gives everyone space to connect and spread out, whether you’re sharing a meal, playing games, or disappearing into a book.

The fully stocked, newly updated kitchen makes cooking easy, whether you’re keeping it casual or going full chef mode. Eat indoors with your party of eight or head outside for dinner under the stars—either way, the views are on the menu.

After a day of lounging poolside or exploring nearby trails, wine country, and lakes, come home to the comfort of well-appointed bedrooms and a quiet so deep you’ll forget the rest of the world exists.

And if you’re up early, take a stroll to the Red Apple Stand for fresh-baked doughnuts and turnovers—a local rite of passage.

Amenities & Highlights:

- Sits on 80 private acres — no neighbors, no noise, no problem
- Sleeps up to 8 guests (additional fee for exceeding 6)
- Master suite with king-sized bed & private view deck
- Queen bedroom
- Bedroom with full & twin beds
- ueen pull-out sofa in a separate room
- 3 full bathrooms
- Linens provided
- Large living room with vaulted ceilings
- Library/Game room for reading or relaxing
- Modern, fully furnished kitchen with ample storage and prep space
- Expansive deck accessible from living and kitchen/dining areas
- Private swimming pool (hot tub not available for guest use)
- Sun-shade umbrellas and lounge chairs for ultimate poolside comfort
- Flat Screen TV / ROKU / DVD
- High-Speed Wireless Internet
- Central heating & air conditioning
- Washer/Dryer
- Garage fits two large vehicles
- Short walk to Red Apple Stand for fresh treats
- $300 Nonrefundable Cleaning Fee
- 12% County Tax
- Ring doorbell with front-door camera only (for your security)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Pool is a drowning hazard, book at your own risk.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 deadlock

About the area

Murphys

Murphys is home to this holiday home. Murphys Creek Theatre and Ironstone Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chatom Winery and Black Sheep Winery. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Murphys, CA

What's nearby

  • Chatom Winery - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Milliaire Winery - 10 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 14 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 171 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Watering Hole - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Murphys Historic Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Red Apple - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Heart & Soul Country Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley?

As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley on 8 Apr 2026 start from AU$586, 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.

Is Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Ranch Retreat - Private Pool - Sierra Views - Near Murphys & Bear Valley located?

Set in Murphys, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Chatom Winery, Murphys Community Park and Black Sheep Winery. Milliaire Winery and Hatcher Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view and pool are fabulous. Very private location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

Great clean space with everything needed

Family loved the space and all the surrounding area to explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Great Location for Relaxing

Perfect place for relaxing by the pool and enjoying the views!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin L.

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

We enjoyed our stay

This was for our annual Sisters Trip and we were all (4) pleased with the house. The setting is just wonderful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nik H.

Terrific outdoors, terrific indoors

Place as advertised, very nice space, great outdoors. Views for miles. Nice proximity to Murphys and Bear Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for the 5 stars, Nick!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john c.

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

Murphys Private Retreat

Our family had a great time. Totally secluded from neighbors. Pool and backyard are incredible. Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pool, tucked away from the highway, but perfectly situated to promise excellent views. Red Apple Stand is a MUST. Oh, and the kitchen was very well stocked. Hosts were accommodating to a special request, something I have never done, but it was essential to our stay. Thanks again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sriram H.

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

Beautiful property and very responsive host

The property is huge and offers plenty of space. Beautiful scenery right from the deck. Will certainly make another visit in summer. We all loved our stay and the host was very responsive to all our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2023
I am so glad you had a nice time and that your kitty recovered in time. We found 6 young kitties near the property where we are staying here in MX and it's been good fun sharing dinner leftovers with them :-) Happy New Year and we hope you do visit again this summer!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Serenity!

Lovely spot! Great for privacy, mountain views and swimming (pool). The home is comfortable but in need of some light TLC.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

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

Simply Amazing!

This property was everything we hoped for and more. The views were absolutely breathtaking—truly the kind that make you stop and soak it all in. The home itself was spotless, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of, which made it feel like a true home away from home. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful and scenic getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan Ignacio S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay as always, it seems to me that the layout of the property enhances family connection: The pool and outdoor spaces is a dream with the view, and the inside spaces allow for some rest and play. Kitchen is well stocked, beds are comfy and tv station is excellent. Don’t miss Mercer caverns (and red apple obv.) if you have a chance to go! Only observation is that there is an outside couch that could use a refresh. Thanks for having us, we’ll certainly be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Perfect Location

This view! This location! It's amazing. Woke every morning to deer and hot cider donuts from down the street. The house is so well stocked and comfortable. We were here in winter and would love to see it in the summer. So relaxing. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Spacious home with beautiful deck/pool/view

We really enjoyed our stay at the ranch. The house is very secluded with a beautiful view from the deck. Our kids spent hours in the pool every day, and they loved walking down the long driveway to get warm donuts and pastries from the nearby bakery. The house was well-equipped with everything we needed. The house is in a good location for accessing both Murphy's and Arnold. My kids are already asking to go back for another stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Great place to get away

A classic ranch home with outstanding upgraded outdoor area. The pool was a welcome amenity as the weekend we stayed was over 100 degrees each day. Close to downtown Murphys for a fun day in town eating, wine tasting and exploring. Helena was a great host and very communicative. The house can get warm, so plan accordingly and keep those fans going and enjoy the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Great views

Great outdoor space, view was incredible. Property is well stocked with everything needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silvia E.

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

Quiet and Peaceful Getaway

My family and I had a fantastic time in this home! The views are spectacular, and the house is comfortable and cozy. Everything was super clean, the kitchen and bathrooms were spotless, and the bed linens and towels were also clean, soft, and comfy. We spent most of our time in the kitchen/dining area cooking or playing games or on the deck around the fire pit, enjoying the fresh air. Although we would 100% recommend this house to anyone and would rent it again, there are a few things I feel I should mention. First, there is no AC, and it gets pretty warm in the house, we tried opening all of the windows, and the ceiling fans helped, but the smaller room where the kids slept was uncomfortably warm. Also, the water pressure in the bathroom in the hall was awful, and the water was a tiny trickle, making it almost impossible to rinse out long hair. One of the things we noticed right away was that many of the door knobs around the house were loose and or broken. For example, none of the bathroom doors lock, so beware of that and make sure you knock. Finally, the pool is not heated, which was a damper for everyone, especially the kids. We rented this house primarily for the pool, and although we were able to enjoy it a few times, the rest of the time, it was simply too cold. However, as I mentioned before, our overall stay was great, and we would 100% recommend this house to anyone looking for a beautiful and quiet place to get away. The views from the backyard and deck alone are worth it. It was the quiet and peaceful getaway we all needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Weekend Getaway

It is a very beautiful property. I'm sure we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

Beautiful View

It’s a nice place to stay. Beautiful view and relaxing. Wished the hot tub was available. Didn’t realize the third bathroom was at the other end of the home. The mattresses could be more comfy. It will also be nice when the road leading up to the house will be paved. Don’t get me wrong…a great place to stay! Very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

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

Peaceful lovely stay w/beautiful views!

When we were unable to book a hotel in downtown Murphy's, we looked into securing a VRBO and much to our delight found this beautiful property in Forest Meadows - just a short drive to town. The house was immaculate and equipped with everything you could ever use or want! The pool was sparkling and there were numerous umbrellas for shade. We prepared breakfast two mornings and sat outside sipping our coffee on the deck and taking in the gorgeous sunrise. We also sat around the fire pit at night and enjoyed the spectacular star filled nights. It was a girls trip and couldn't have been more perfect. Thank you, Helena. Loved your home and will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dk h.

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

70’s coolness with updated kitchen

Fantastic property for a group!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Fabulous!

What a wonderful getaway! The home is great, the view is amazing, and the pool is fantastic! Thank you for a wonderful place that we could get away and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy M.

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

All about the outdoor living

Gorgeous outdoor space - we spent nearly all our time on the deck and in the pool. The indoors is expansive and there’s plenty of room, but it’s pretty dated and the beds aren’t comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking in. Definitely the star of the show is the outdoor space (and the apple cider donuts down the road). Easy access to Arnold and Murphys, and totally, gloriously private.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Beautiful and Private

This is a great vacation home. Spacious, clean, well equipped kitchen, gorgeous deck and swimming pool. The view is stunning. It was very hot while we were there, in the 90’s, and it was fun to sit outside after dark and watch the moon rise over the hills below. The pool is wonderful and we spent a lot of time swimming. The surrounding deck has lovely chaise lounges and umbrellas. Checkin and out was easy, and Helena is very responsive and helpful. Great TV system, although it took a savvy 13 year old to figure it out. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie F.

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

Rejuvenating getaway

So peaceful and quiet. Much needed relaxing getaway. The views were amazing. Enjoyed our early morning visits from the deer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giorgio W.

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

Amazing property and great host!

The property is absolutely amazing. Very private and peaceful. The layout of the home is great for families or a group of friends with privacy for everyone. Fully stocked, real kitchen (tools, etc). The host is wonderful - friendly and flexible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

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