Dardanelle Retreat - 4,200 sqft summer paradise with gorgeous views!
Lodge in Dorrington, CA
18 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this lodge
This is the grandest getaway in Arnold.
A sprawling 4,200 sqft luxury cabin in a premium resort community. There is an additional 3,800 sqft of rich redwood decks. That's 8,000 sqft of usable space!
The decks overlook majestic sugar pine trees at an elevation of 5,200 ft. Every room (including all 5 bedrooms) has its private deck access.
Wake up to mesmerizing panoramic mountain & valley views of the gorgeous Stanislaus National Forest. We think we have the best views in all of Arnold! 😊
▶︎ About the Property
Arrive at our property through a spacious private driveway that can accommodate 6 cars!
Get ready to be wowed by our massive 4,200 sqft cabin with 5 full bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. We have a separate game room too. This is the largest cabin in our community and it's all on just 2 levels. So, it’s super expansive.
There’s an additional 3,800 sqft of decks which can be accessed from every room (except bathrooms).
More Info:
• 6 car parking (free)
• 5 bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms.
• Fully equipped kitchen w/ 3 ovens.
• Office area. Library w/ books & games.
• Large redwood decks with great views.
• Outdoor furniture to entertain large groups.
• 2 washer & dryer units (laundry for large groups).
• 2 water heater units (never run out of hot water).
• Massive wood-beam ceiling w/ premium finishes.
• Large windows & skylights that bring natural sunlight.
• High-speed Wi-Fi powered by Amazon Eero mesh routers & Comcast Xfinity
• Spacious game room for playtime with foosball, darts, pool, and many card & board games.
PLEASE NOTE:
Many other cabins in Arnold advertise a loft or game room as a bedroom. They lack heat/cool & don’t have smoke/CO alarms. They also lack privacy (no doors) making it difficult for multiple families on a vacation.
However, our cabin has 5 full bedrooms without any of the issues mentioned above. We have a separate game room too.
▶︎ Main-level Living
No stairs are needed to access the living room, family room, kitchen, 2 dining areas, the master bedroom suite with bathroom, the powder room (i.e. half bath), laundry area & our gorgeous decks.
This 'main level living' is great if you have elderly people, kids, or members with disability or mobility challenges.
Our cabin has just 2 levels. That also makes our house extremely roomy & expansive - great for entertaining large groups and for family get-togethers.
▶︎ Resort Amenities
Our house is in a premium resort community with the following amenities.
· Tennis
· Ball field
· Volleyball
· Pickle Ball
· Bocce Ball
· Basketball
· Frisbee Golf
· Swimming Pool
· BBQ/Picnic area
· The children’s play area is open all year.
· Access to our 13-acre beautiful green space
Pool entry for 10 people is included in your booking price. If you have more guests, you'll need to purchase daily pool passes.
· $10 per individual
· $40 for 6 people
Please note that
· The resort is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
· Prices are subject to minor changes without notice.
· Amenities may be closed for maintenance without notice.
▶︎ Location: Snow, Wildlife & Lakes!
• Clear skies at 5,200 ft - perfect for star-gazing.
• Wildlife galore - deer visits, maybe even a bear sighting!
• Respect the windows; no snowball fights!
• Close to Bear Valley Ski Resort, Murphys, Downtown Arnold, Sonora, and more!
• The views of the towering sugar pine trees, valleys & mountains are breathtaking! You have full panoramic views from both our decks.
▶︎ Security
Our property has 4 outdoor cameras.
1st camera is above the garage door. It protects our driveway.
2nd camera is a Ring Doorbell which protects our main entrance.
3rd camera is above the secondary entrance. It protects our secondary entrance.
4th camera is on the 2nd floor deck protecting that area of the house.
▶︎ Loyalty Discounts!
Stay with us once, and you're family! Ask about our loyalty discounts. If you're a first-timer, enjoy fantastic discounts on future stays. We've got enchanting homes across California - coastal towns, ski slopes, national parks, and vineyards! Book now for the adventure of a lifetime!
▶︎ Guest access
• Enjoy exclusive access; there are no shared spaces—this entire property is yours to relish (except the sauna room)
• The sauna is not available. No access to the sauna room
• Embrace the entire house and 2 large decks as your haven!
• Two convenient in-house laundry rooms, equipped with washer and dryer units, are at your disposal.
• The bedroom on the main level (master bedroom) has a sliding pocket door.
▶︎ Other things to note
We team up with some awesome partners:
⦿ Airbnb.org: They help out during disasters by providing affordable and free housing.
⦿ National Forest Foundation: Together, we plant trees near Lake Tahoe to keep our forests thriving.
⦿ We also give back to the Carbon Fund and OneTreePlanted. They plant trees in the Sierra Nevada region's forests. It's our way of making a positive impact!
Our town is surrounded by the Stanislaus National Forest, which has a lot of wildlife. We do routine pest control, landscaping, and cleanings. However, bugs, critters, bats, and cobwebs are inevitable.
We have a BBQ grill but don't advertise it since we can't provide propane. You may use the grill if you bring your own propane. Some local stores like the Big Trees Market in Arnold have propane tanks. Please clean the grill if you use it.
Snow Removal
Arnold can receive a lot of snow within a few minutes. Please check the weather conditions before you arrive. Snow removal at check-in, checkout & during the stay is the guest's responsibility. Snow plowing service is an additional cost fulfilled by local snow plowers.
A sprawling 4,200 sqft luxury cabin in a premium resort community. There is an additional 3,800 sqft of rich redwood decks. That's 8,000 sqft of usable space!
The decks overlook majestic sugar pine trees at an elevation of 5,200 ft. Every room (including all 5 bedrooms) has its private deck access.
Wake up to mesmerizing panoramic mountain & valley views of the gorgeous Stanislaus National Forest. We think we have the best views in all of Arnold! 😊
▶︎ About the Property
Arrive at our property through a spacious private driveway that can accommodate 6 cars!
Get ready to be wowed by our massive 4,200 sqft cabin with 5 full bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. We have a separate game room too. This is the largest cabin in our community and it's all on just 2 levels. So, it’s super expansive.
There’s an additional 3,800 sqft of decks which can be accessed from every room (except bathrooms).
More Info:
• 6 car parking (free)
• 5 bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms.
• Fully equipped kitchen w/ 3 ovens.
• Office area. Library w/ books & games.
• Large redwood decks with great views.
• Outdoor furniture to entertain large groups.
• 2 washer & dryer units (laundry for large groups).
• 2 water heater units (never run out of hot water).
• Massive wood-beam ceiling w/ premium finishes.
• Large windows & skylights that bring natural sunlight.
• High-speed Wi-Fi powered by Amazon Eero mesh routers & Comcast Xfinity
• Spacious game room for playtime with foosball, darts, pool, and many card & board games.
PLEASE NOTE:
Many other cabins in Arnold advertise a loft or game room as a bedroom. They lack heat/cool & don’t have smoke/CO alarms. They also lack privacy (no doors) making it difficult for multiple families on a vacation.
However, our cabin has 5 full bedrooms without any of the issues mentioned above. We have a separate game room too.
▶︎ Main-level Living
No stairs are needed to access the living room, family room, kitchen, 2 dining areas, the master bedroom suite with bathroom, the powder room (i.e. half bath), laundry area & our gorgeous decks.
This 'main level living' is great if you have elderly people, kids, or members with disability or mobility challenges.
Our cabin has just 2 levels. That also makes our house extremely roomy & expansive - great for entertaining large groups and for family get-togethers.
▶︎ Resort Amenities
Our house is in a premium resort community with the following amenities.
· Tennis
· Ball field
· Volleyball
· Pickle Ball
· Bocce Ball
· Basketball
· Frisbee Golf
· Swimming Pool
· BBQ/Picnic area
· The children’s play area is open all year.
· Access to our 13-acre beautiful green space
Pool entry for 10 people is included in your booking price. If you have more guests, you'll need to purchase daily pool passes.
· $10 per individual
· $40 for 6 people
Please note that
· The resort is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
· Prices are subject to minor changes without notice.
· Amenities may be closed for maintenance without notice.
▶︎ Location: Snow, Wildlife & Lakes!
• Clear skies at 5,200 ft - perfect for star-gazing.
• Wildlife galore - deer visits, maybe even a bear sighting!
• Respect the windows; no snowball fights!
• Close to Bear Valley Ski Resort, Murphys, Downtown Arnold, Sonora, and more!
• The views of the towering sugar pine trees, valleys & mountains are breathtaking! You have full panoramic views from both our decks.
▶︎ Security
Our property has 4 outdoor cameras.
1st camera is above the garage door. It protects our driveway.
2nd camera is a Ring Doorbell which protects our main entrance.
3rd camera is above the secondary entrance. It protects our secondary entrance.
4th camera is on the 2nd floor deck protecting that area of the house.
▶︎ Loyalty Discounts!
Stay with us once, and you're family! Ask about our loyalty discounts. If you're a first-timer, enjoy fantastic discounts on future stays. We've got enchanting homes across California - coastal towns, ski slopes, national parks, and vineyards! Book now for the adventure of a lifetime!
▶︎ Guest access
• Enjoy exclusive access; there are no shared spaces—this entire property is yours to relish (except the sauna room)
• The sauna is not available. No access to the sauna room
• Embrace the entire house and 2 large decks as your haven!
• Two convenient in-house laundry rooms, equipped with washer and dryer units, are at your disposal.
• The bedroom on the main level (master bedroom) has a sliding pocket door.
▶︎ Other things to note
We team up with some awesome partners:
⦿ Airbnb.org: They help out during disasters by providing affordable and free housing.
⦿ National Forest Foundation: Together, we plant trees near Lake Tahoe to keep our forests thriving.
⦿ We also give back to the Carbon Fund and OneTreePlanted. They plant trees in the Sierra Nevada region's forests. It's our way of making a positive impact!
Our town is surrounded by the Stanislaus National Forest, which has a lot of wildlife. We do routine pest control, landscaping, and cleanings. However, bugs, critters, bats, and cobwebs are inevitable.
We have a BBQ grill but don't advertise it since we can't provide propane. You may use the grill if you bring your own propane. Some local stores like the Big Trees Market in Arnold have propane tanks. Please clean the grill if you use it.
Snow Removal
Arnold can receive a lot of snow within a few minutes. Please check the weather conditions before you arrive. Snow removal at check-in, checkout & during the stay is the guest's responsibility. Snow plowing service is an additional cost fulfilled by local snow plowers.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Dorrington, CA
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Reviews
6.0
This is a very nice house with nice appliances and furnishings surrounded by huge trees. I need to warn you about is that the house doesn't have air conditioning which isn't obvious from the listing. This should be a 3 season house, but not for summer. We booked 3 nights, but after trying to sleep through 2 nights with 2 nights at 90+ degrees inside with fans, we didn't stay for the last night. Also, the cleaning wasn't great, I hope they improve on that in the future.
FAQs
How much does this lodge cost compared to others in Dorrington?
The average price for a rental in Dorrington is £193 per night. This rental is £1,110 above the average.
Is parking included with this lodge?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dardanelle Retreat - 4,200 sqft summer paradise with gorgeous views!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this lodge?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Dardanelle Retreat - 4,200 sqft summer paradise with gorgeous views!. Enjoy the water!
Is Dardanelle Retreat - 4,200 sqft summer paradise with gorgeous views! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Dardanelle Retreat - 4,200 sqft summer paradise with gorgeous views!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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