Alta Vista "Lifting Spirits" - Luxury retreat with a view
House in Murphys, CA
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
At Alta Vista, your “spirits will be lifted” in this gorgeous 3,863 sf spacious custom home, perfect for large family or friend gatherings, and work retreats. Conveniently located in the middle of everything the area has to offer. Just 6 minutes from Historic Murphys "Gold Rush era town", and 8 minutes from Arnold, above the fog and just below the snow line. Just 35 miles to Bear Valley Ski Resort, 8 miles to White Pines Lake, and 6 miles to Calaveras Big Trees State Park, the list goes on and on. Proudly sitting within 3 acres, the grand main floor entrance opens to vaulted ceilings and loads of natural light from the glass encircled living room, full of vista views and giant pine trees.
Included on the main floor is a chefs kitchen delight, complete with vista views, blue labradorite counters, a giant center island with second sink, warming drawer, and everything you need to create a culinary feast. Wine glasses and beer mugs await! The kitchen is so large, everyone can hang out there, sit in the extra stools at the bar, or go out onto the patio – no one will feel left out. Massive cabinets allow you to unpack all your special goodies from the local top-notch markets. The indoor dining room seats 10. The second table seats 5 and converts to a poker table, or bumper pool. The TV nearby allows the game, movie, or music to be played while eating or playing.
Still on the first floor, your spacious master suite with vaulted ceilings includes a private balcony, fireplace, giant two-person jacuzzi tub, and a private SAUNA to unwind and relax.
There are 2 guest rooms with queen beds that share a giant bathroom with shower, jacuzzi tub, and double sinks. There’s also an extra half bath and large closet for all your extra gear.
The patio that wraps around the entire upper floor features majestic Alta Vista views, a new fire table, new gas bbq, and picnic table. Lounge and enjoy gorgeous sunsets and distant nighttime city lights, or BBQ and have a meal on the deck. Lounge at the fire table with a good bottle of wine from the sierras and catch-up family, friends or co-workers.
The entry has a flight of stairs down to the lower level that includes a separate game room with pool table, foosball, casino style slot machine, and game table. Surrounded by a deck with views and loaded with games, music and more, no one will want to leave the fun.
Downstairs you will also find a full bath, and full bed with twin bunk above and trundle below. Sofa converts to a full bed for snuggling and watching movies from Dish TV, or as an extra place to sleep. The added electric fireplace adds a spot of heat or just the right mood as you settle down for the night.
Access Information: You will receive check-in instructions, including your access code for entry, 2-4 days prior to your scheduled arrival date. Please be sure to check your junk/spam email, as sometimes these instructions end up there.
Pet Policy: This cabin is not pet friendly - If a pet is brought to a non-pet friendly cabin, there will be a $1,000 fee charged to card on file.
Audio/visual cameras are on site (exterior only).
Tenant must be at least 25 years old to rent.
Communication: Property management will contact tenant by their preferred method of communication (personal email, text, etc.) to send a required rental agreement, check-in instructions, etc.
Payment (where applicable): A 2% surcharge (of the total transaction amount) will be added to your transaction charges when your credit card is charged. Upon booking, $300, plus the c/c fee, is due immediately and is charged to the credit card on file. The balance is due 30 days prior to arrival (if you are booking a stay that is sooner than 30 days from the booking date, the full amount is due immediately & will be charged to your card on file). We will accept payment by check for the final payment, as long as your arrival date is further out than 45 days. If you wish to pay by check, please email our office immediately to advise us NOT to charge your card on file for the fina
Included on the main floor is a chefs kitchen delight, complete with vista views, blue labradorite counters, a giant center island with second sink, warming drawer, and everything you need to create a culinary feast. Wine glasses and beer mugs await! The kitchen is so large, everyone can hang out there, sit in the extra stools at the bar, or go out onto the patio – no one will feel left out. Massive cabinets allow you to unpack all your special goodies from the local top-notch markets. The indoor dining room seats 10. The second table seats 5 and converts to a poker table, or bumper pool. The TV nearby allows the game, movie, or music to be played while eating or playing.
Still on the first floor, your spacious master suite with vaulted ceilings includes a private balcony, fireplace, giant two-person jacuzzi tub, and a private SAUNA to unwind and relax.
There are 2 guest rooms with queen beds that share a giant bathroom with shower, jacuzzi tub, and double sinks. There’s also an extra half bath and large closet for all your extra gear.
The patio that wraps around the entire upper floor features majestic Alta Vista views, a new fire table, new gas bbq, and picnic table. Lounge and enjoy gorgeous sunsets and distant nighttime city lights, or BBQ and have a meal on the deck. Lounge at the fire table with a good bottle of wine from the sierras and catch-up family, friends or co-workers.
The entry has a flight of stairs down to the lower level that includes a separate game room with pool table, foosball, casino style slot machine, and game table. Surrounded by a deck with views and loaded with games, music and more, no one will want to leave the fun.
Downstairs you will also find a full bath, and full bed with twin bunk above and trundle below. Sofa converts to a full bed for snuggling and watching movies from Dish TV, or as an extra place to sleep. The added electric fireplace adds a spot of heat or just the right mood as you settle down for the night.
Access Information: You will receive check-in instructions, including your access code for entry, 2-4 days prior to your scheduled arrival date. Please be sure to check your junk/spam email, as sometimes these instructions end up there.
Pet Policy: This cabin is not pet friendly - If a pet is brought to a non-pet friendly cabin, there will be a $1,000 fee charged to card on file.
Audio/visual cameras are on site (exterior only).
Tenant must be at least 25 years old to rent.
Communication: Property management will contact tenant by their preferred method of communication (personal email, text, etc.) to send a required rental agreement, check-in instructions, etc.
Payment (where applicable): A 2% surcharge (of the total transaction amount) will be added to your transaction charges when your credit card is charged. Upon booking, $300, plus the c/c fee, is due immediately and is charged to the credit card on file. The balance is due 30 days prior to arrival (if you are booking a stay that is sooner than 30 days from the booking date, the full amount is due immediately & will be charged to your card on file). We will accept payment by check for the final payment, as long as your arrival date is further out than 45 days. If you wish to pay by check, please email our office immediately to advise us NOT to charge your card on file for the fina
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of Murphys, CA
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Reviews
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My girls trip to this home was fantastic! The location was fabulous to attend a concert at Ironstone Amphitheatre, and to go wine tasting in Murphys. The house was fully stocked and very clean. It was easy to access and the rental mgmt. folks were great! We will be back for sure!!!
10.0
Great place to stay for our group! We could spread out and there was something and somewhere for everyone to enjoy.
8.0
The house was perfect for our girls trip. Large spacious common areas and the large bathrooms were a plus. Everything was clean and had tons of supplies for us in the kitchen and bathrooms. And The views were to die for!
We had an issue with the AC on our last day, but given the heatwave, I understood. Management did their best to rectify the situation. They were great!
Important note: Use Apple Maps, not Google maps to find the property. Google will take you down a long scary one lane road to a dead end!
10.0
Great house, great views, well equipped for entertainment. Very clean and comfortable and the sauna was a great added bonus! Our group had a great time and we hope to return soon!
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our group had a wonderful stay! The place has more than enough space, and the kids loved the bottom floor/ game area.
10.0
Property is really incredible, views forever. Easily accommodated our combined Family of 7 and grandkids. Perfect place if you bring child by the way. Full game room, pool table, foosball, TV.. even a slot machine. Kitchen is perfect, well appointed, and where we spent most of our time really. Beautiful area, easy in n out. Really seamless process of booking. Highly recommend this place.
10.0
I stayed here with my family over Thanksgiving for a few days and it was a great experience. Beautiful views from the home, well equipped kitchen, lots of board games/entertainment (pool table/poker table etc) and enough space for a large family. Close to downtown Murphy. Highly recommend this home for a peaceful getaway!
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful stay. The house was everything that we had hoped for. Stunning views and close to tons of fun local activities.
10.0
We rented Alta Vista for a long girls weekend. The house and property are breathtaking. Highlights were the kitchen, game room, comfortable beds, views and quite frankly all of it. I highly recommend this property and would give it 10 stars. Love, love, loved this place!
10.0
We had a wonderful time at Alta Vista. The property was spacious and had tons of games and activities on site for family to enjoy. The kitchen is awesome, easy to cook for groups and the view from the deck is to die for. Can’t wait to stay here again.
10.0
We had an absolutely amazing time. The home was beautiful and everything we could have hoped for. Thank you so much!
10.0
This is a beautiful home that really takes care to ensure you have everything you need available at your fingertips. From all the convenient labels in the kitchen so that you can quickly find what you need to all the extra linens (and beach towels) and amenities (tons of DVDs and boardgames and a game room - we could’ve spent the whole week inside). It was really an incredibly comfortable and enjoyable stay.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A very nice house. We had a nice time here. There were a couple of minor issues. A broken chair, no notes for the slot machine, a broken vertical blind, very vague instructions for a complex thermostat.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The home is good to be a mansion, and with views to remember.We went with our extended family and had a memorable weekend at the house. Everything is kept clean and in order. Will definitely go again this summer
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family stayed here for a wedding weekend. We did not spend a lot of time there, but it was great for sleeping, meals and enjoying the view. The jacuzzis and the sauna worked well. There were plenty of towels. The children enjoyed the game room and the video games. The slot machine was fun for the children until it ran out of paper. The water dispenser in the refrigerator had a light and warning sound that it needed to be replaced. The fence around the deck could use replacing. Follow the directions to the home on the sheet that is sent to you and you will find it easily.
10.0
Breathtaking views. Superior property. Didn’t even think about whether there would be TP, PT’s, trash bags, shampoo, soap, dish washer detergent, etc until we left Sacramento Airport at 9:00pm. Not to fear……all the necessary essentials were there for our use upon arrival after all the stores had closed.
I lost my youngest son almost two years ago to liver failure. He had spent two years on 72 acres we bought off Sheep’s Ranch Road during 2018 & 2019. I took my other two sons and my son-in-law for a guys trip to visit the property (we had never seen it previously). We spread some of his ashes, quite a few tears, and enjoyed an emotional visit to Murphys!
You won’t regret a stay at this beautiful property. Similar drives to Murphys and Arnold. My wife read somewhere that Murphys is the new “mini Napa”.
10.0
We celebrated a 50th birthday and this home was great.
10.0
What a lovely place --- roomy enough for our group of 9 and lots of comfort/amenities. Great kitchen, surrounding decks and amazing views. Love that it's close to Murphys but tucked away nicely so it feels very private and quiet. Great hosts!
10.0
It was as good as advertised! Very spacious and the rooms were clean. More than what we expected.
10.0
Amazing house and location!
Very specious, I recommend it.
Communication with Sheila was easy and fast.
10.0
We had a fantastic time at Alta Vista Lifting Spirits! The property is beautiful, just as advertised. Hoping this is the first of many stays here.
10.0
We had a wonderful time staying here. The home was clean, beautiful and the views were amazing! We had a family gathering to celebrate a milestone 80th birthday. His wish was to have everyone under one roof and this house was perfection. The downstairs with the game room and sleeping area was a hit with all the ages but especially the teens. Highly recommend.
10.0
We stayed at this cabin with my family and both set of grandparents. We all loved it. Walking in the place exceeded expectations even from the already gorgeous photos. Situated on a scenic hilltop the views of the surrounding hills were stunning. The home is spacious and the back wrap around patio with fire pit was fantastic. We enjoyed sitting by the fire after dinner, sharing stories and seeing all the stars in the night sky. The lower level and room with the bunk and pull out beds was perfect for our kids. They loved the game room and my son learned how to play pool. The home is just a short drive to town and we enjoyed exploring downtown Murphys and Mercer Caverns. Everyone commented on how great the house was and we took lots of beautiful sunset photos. My mom has been battling cancer and she said this was the most fun weekend she has had in a long time. Thank you for sharing this amazing place. We would love to come back someday.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had four couples for a quick weekend getaway and enjoyed this beautiful home very much - so much room and close to Murphys for strolling, ice cream and wine tasting.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Murphys?
The average price for a rental in Murphys is $493 per night. This rental is $728 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Alta Vista "Lifting Spirits" - Luxury retreat with a view. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Alta Vista "Lifting Spirits" - Luxury retreat with a view pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Alta Vista "Lifting Spirits" - Luxury retreat with a view?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.