Sweet Retreat: Private Lake Access! Ski Dodge, Swim Pinecrest, Fast WiFi & AC.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.9
Outstanding(71 Reviews)

Cabin in Calaveras County, CA

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this cabin rental

The Sweet Retreat is perfectly located in the heart of the Sierra Mountains. This modern mountain house resides in the small town of Sugar Pine, Ca ( Between Twain Harte & Me Wuk Village ). 8 miles from Black Oak Casino and 16 miles from Pinecrest Lake and Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. Escape from the daily grind and retreat to this peaceful place.

This modern mountain house has a wrap-around deck and an outdoor fire pit area for entertaining. At night enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the trees lit up by outdoor lighting. Entering the home, you will be greeted by floor-to-ceiling windows to showcase the natural beauty that surrounds you. Hardwood floors, tile, and new carpet throughout. Brand new furniture throughout the home. Updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, and gas oven. Fully stocked kitchen with everything you will need to prepare meals. Keurig with a variety of coffee pods. Three flat-screen TV with access to Roku and Netflix. Large movie library. 2 bedrooms, One bathroom with Shower. The shower has an oversized rainfall showerhead. Spiral staircase to lead you up to the loft/ 2nd bedroom area. Central heating throughout the house and wood-burning stove. There are 5 beds total. The main level bedroom has a bunk bed that features a full bed and 2 twin beds. The loft offers a Queen size bed and a futon that becomes a full bed. All beds have memory foam mattresses to ensure a restful night's sleep. The futon has a featherbed for extra comfort. All beds have bamboo sheets, memory foam pillows, and down comforters.

**Other Things to note **
IF YOUR STAY IS CANCELLED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER OR IF THE CABIN IS NOT ACCESSIBLE DUE TO HEAVY SNOW, WE WILL NOTIFY YOU 24 HOURS BEFORE CHECKING IN TO RESCHEDULE YOUR STAY OR ISSUE YOU A REFUND.

Lake access to guests will be from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. To utilize the private lake, we require a signed document agreeing to the rules of the lake by the Association. We can either email or mail it to you whichever is most convenient. The signed document needs to be returned to us before your reservation. If we receive a complaint or are notified of inappropriate misuse of the lake, your security deposit will be forfeited.

Ac unit provided Memorial Day through Labor Day.

We do have a landline available at the cabin to utilize for local calling.

We have provided two shovels at the property one By the front door and the other by the back door. If you were at the property during a snowstorm you would utilize the shovel to shovel off the deck.

Parking
We have a flat gravel driveway that you could park two average-sized vehicles on. In the winter months if it is snowing you will be required to park on the driveway and not the road. This is to ensure that the snowplow vehicles can plow the road daily around 3 PM. This might require shoveling snow on the driveway to access a parking spot. We want to make sure you don't receive a hefty ticket from the city.

In the winter months, we provide a hand full of fire starter sticks to help start a fire in the woodstove. If you are not familiar with making a fire we recommend that you bring up extra kindling. That could be fire starter sticks, old magazines, or newspapers. We do not provide firewood. There are several markets and gas stations that sell bundles of wood close to the cabin.

**House Rules **
The Sweet Retreat is a sanctuary for couples, small families, and professionals seeking relaxation in a peaceful environment, we strictly do not allow more than 6 guests to spend the night. The Sweet Retreat comfortably accommodates up to 4 adults with 2 small children. WE DO NOT recommend a group of 6 adults due to the cozy size of the cabin and one bathroom. We have made exceptions to this rule with prior arrangements.

Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day weekend, Thanksgiving weekend, and the last two weeks of December starting at $239.00

Please treat our home as you would your own.

In the winter snow months, you will need 4 wheel drive and carry chairs.

All trash should be in the garbage can with a lid to ensure that animals (BEARS) do not rummage through it to find food. MUST PLACE ALL TRASH IN THE BASEMENT upon Departure.

Our cabin has a septic tank. PLEASE ONLY TOLIET PAPER FLUSHED DOWN THE TOILET. Please no feminine products or baby wipes flushed. Our septic tank thanks you!

Please strip all beds of sheets and towels and place them by the bathroom for housekeeping.

Please remove your shoes before entering the cabin. The area can be wet and muddy and the carpets are easily stained.

To conserve energy In the winter, please utilize the wood-burning stove. If you are not sure how to operate the stove, We can guide you.

No fires in the fire pit and wood stove in high fire season. Outside fires only designated fire pit area. A bucket of water needs to smother fire nightly to avoid the chance of spreading a fire within the community.

Please keep in mind that we have neighbors that live here full time. The noise ordinance for this county is 10 pm. Please be respectful. Also, please no sledding on our neighbor's property. Our property is okay :).

No pets. If pets are brought up to the cabin, your deposit will not be returned.

No smoking- This is a non-smoking property. If smoking is detected in the house, your deposit will not be returned.

No drugs- Your deposit will not be returned, if we know drug use.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden

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Reviews

9.9
Outstanding(71 Reviews)
Summary of reviews
Guests enjoyed the cozy cabins, beautiful locations, and responsive hosts. The properties were well-equipped, clean, and perfect for relaxing getaways.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0
Jul 2024
Property is as described and access to the lake was a big plus. Really enjoyed our stay. Not a complaint, just be aware the backyard is a bit steep and there are a lot of steps to reach the house from the parking area, so individuals with mobility issues should consider that.
10.0
Mar 2024
My family and I enjoyed our stay at the sweet retreat. Very quiet and relaxing. Working with Keith was great. Very helpful and answered any questions. Thanks for sharing your property with us.
10.0
Mar 2024
We've stayed at this property twice now and it's been a little slice of heaven each time. We go in late winter and it's amazing to be able to open the door and immediately sled down the hill then run back inside once we're too cold. My favorite thing aside from the gorgeous view is sitting in front of the 2-story window and wood stove with a good book and a hot beverage. It's a wonderfully quite neighborhood and a beautiful place to stay. The cabin has all the amenities a small family needs for any season. We'll be going back!
10.0
Feb 2024
Spent two nights for ski vacation to Dodge Ridge. Good location. Took the ski bus from Alicia’s Sugar Shack. Good amenities and a cozy place to stay. The host is very responsive and flexible. Just ask! 😀
10.0
Oct 2023
This place was perfect for getting to good hikes but also close enough to get to good restaurants for dinner. It is super accessible and had the best breakfast place, The Sugar Shack, right down the road.
10.0
Mar 2023
Stayed in this beautiful cabin in a quiet mountain town during a winter "storm". Amazing view watching the snow fall from the floor-to-ceiling window. Communication with the owner was awesome, very responsive and understanding. Only concern was traversing the staircase directly outside the front door - it was completely buried in snow when it was time for us to leave, so loading the car was a challenge. But all worth it. We loved it and will go back if they have us!
10.0
Jul 2022
SWEET "Sweet Retreat"!!!
SWEET "Sweet Retreat"!!!
The cabin is darling and very well appointed. Gina is AMAZINGLY responsive and clear with her communication. AND when we arrived, there was a lovely bottle of wine and a custom welcome card awaiting us (photos of the cabin and Gina and Keith on/inside the card). Their card will be a definite keepsake. We chose this cabin for it's close proximity to Pinecrest Lake so we could go kayaking every day, which is just what we did. Each morning we were up and on our way, which meant we were back before it got hot and had lots of time to enjoy the house, the deck and the surrounding area. Lovely and fun get-away. Thank you Gina and Keith!
10.0
Jul 2022
Yosemite visit
Yosemite visit
We had a great time exploring the area

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Calaveras County?

The average price for a rental in Calaveras County is $390 per night. This rental is $182 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sweet Retreat: Private Lake Access! Ski Dodge, Swim Pinecrest, Fast WiFi & AC.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sweet Retreat: Private Lake Access! Ski Dodge, Swim Pinecrest, Fast WiFi & AC. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Sweet Retreat: Private Lake Access! Ski Dodge, Swim Pinecrest, Fast WiFi & AC.?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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