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Murphy's cottage in Arnold

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Escape to this cozy cabin in Arnold, California. Unwind on the large deck amidst pine trees or take a short walk to restaurants and shopping nearby. This home comfortably sleeps 6 with an open floor plan perfect for curling up by the fire.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Murphy's cottage in Arnold

Beautiful updated cabin in Arnold, California perfect for weekend getaways, skiing trips or just relaxing in the mountain air. This cozy cabin will become your favorite getaway. This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home will comfortably sleep 6.
Large deck and enclosure perfect place to gather with the family amidst the surrounding pines. Just a short walk away from restaurants , shopping and public pool (seasonal) . Also short drive to Arnold's down town area , White Pines lake , Calaveras Big Trees , Murphy's and many other gold country adventures

THE PROPERTY

Main bedroom: California King Sleep Number Bed
Second bedroom two double beds with 1/2 bathroom.


Privately situated on corner lot amidst the pine trees plenty of parking.
Featuring an open floor plan, this home makes it easy to curl up in front of the fire, watch tv and talk to the cooks in the kitchen,

The main bath features a tub/shower for a quick rinse before setting out on your adventure.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Murphy s Cabin
Murphy s Cabin Arnold
Murphy s Cabin House
Murphy s Cabin Arnold House
Murphy S In Arnold Arnold
Murphy s Cabin in Arnold Arnold
Murphy s Cabin in Arnold Private vacation home
Murphy s Cabin in Arnold Private vacation home Arnold

About the neighborhood

Located in Arnold, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve, while Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and Murphys Creek Theatre are cultural highlights. Visit our Arnold travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Just a huge redwood tree. Don't recall which one as some are named.
    Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    4 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Old time fun on the stage coach at Columbia State Park
    Columbia State Historic Park
    34 min drive - 30.1 miles
  • Beautiful winter mountain landscape, Bear Valley, California
    Bear Valley Ski
    41 min drive - 36.2 miles
  • Meadowmont Golf Course
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Black Oak Casino
    57 min drive - 47.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)
    131 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lube Room Saloon
    11 min drive
  • Snack Shack
    8 min drive
  • Bistro Espresso
    15 min walk
  • The Red Apple
    8 min drive
  • Giant Burger
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Murphy's cottage in Arnold pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Murphy's cottage in Arnold?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Murphy's cottage in Arnold?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Murphy's cottage in Arnold located?

Located in the heart of Arnold, this golf vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Meadowmont Golf Course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and White Pines Lake. Arnold Rim Trail is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Murphy's cottage in Arnold Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location. Price was very reasonable. Would stay there again! Having the new cover over the front porch area was great for wine time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

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

Excellent mountain cabin

The cabin was great. Everything was clean and very comfortable. Great location to explore the nearby areas.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre G.

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

Excellent place

We enjoyed the place, excellent communication, very clean and functionnal
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris j.

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

Great location with in short distance of plenty of amenities

Enjoyed our time there. Enjoyed the slopes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Peaceful stay

Clean and modern interior. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

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

Summer get away

Very nice little cabin. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikki W.

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

Great Stay!

This is a great property. Very spacious with alot of amenities. It was very relaxing, had great views, and we were able to bring our 4 legged friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ricky r.

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

Great

I had a awesome time during my stay and would recommend this cabin to anyone. The cabin was clean and in good repair. The area was great for outdoor activities. Food in the area was great as well, i greatly enjoyed my stay an will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thuy D.

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

Cute and Cozy Cabin

My family and I enjoyed our stay at Murphy's cabin. It appeared as listed. We appreciated the warm blankets and board games. Great location and the best part was we could bring our dog with us. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theressa R.

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

Peace in the pines

A precious private older cabin with full upgrades beautifully done, cozy and comfortable. Dog friendly! Will go back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

A break from the Bay Area

We came up to Arnold for a little getaway from the Bay Area and we had an amazing time. Murphys cottage was very clean, spacious and the location was perfect. I loved the covered porch and the rocking chair. It was a lovely spot to curl up with a book. The kitchen island table was expandable and perfect for our game nights. We couldn’t have asked for better accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris j.

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

Murphy's cabin

Great location. Very responsive and helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

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

Arnold cabin

We had a great trip to Arnold with our 3 kids on Christmas weekend. The house is beautiful and was in the most convenient location close to the market and restaurants. The house was very clean, cozy and had everything we needed. Thank you so much! We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Dog Friendly Snow Trip

We were happy to find a clean and comfortable cabin rental in the snow that we could bring our fur babies along on the trip. Enjoyed a nice weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S., Lodi

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

Cute Lil Cabin

Well stocked, comfy beds, great layout and location! We loved it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oriya D.

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

Nice Place

Cabin had everything we needed and was better than the pictures. Enjoyed the decks and flow of the cabin. Many thoughtful amenities too. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

This was our fourth time staying at this property. We loved our stay. The cabin had everything we needed. The timing was perfect; we got overnight snow two nights in a row and the kids were able to play and sled in the yard. We will definitely be returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dipak A.

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

The Winter Home

This was our fifth visit to Murphy’s Cottage, and our kids have lovingly nicknamed it "the winter home" since we make annual trips. The cabin is always clean and well-kept, and its location is perfect—close to the main road and nearby stores. It’s equipped with central heating and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, which we love to relax by after a day in the snow at Bear Valley. Plus, it’s just a 35-minute drive to the slopes, making it a convenient and comfortable retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug F.

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

Anniversary trip

We had such a relaxing time. Went to Big Trees early, dogwoods beautiful. Able to fish 2 days at White Pines lake. Thank you for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M E.

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

Wonderful Spot

We decided to get out of town for my wife's birthday and found this cute little cabin that would allow dogs! It was everything we could have asked for! The neighborhood we very quiet and the deck was perfect with no neighbors that you could see. We sat out there and played card games.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia A.

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

Beautiful Condo

I have rented a lot of lovely places in Arnold, but somehow I never came upon this place. It’s a beautiful place, lots of amenities, and a perfect place to stay with friends or family. I will definitely be booking here again. Thank Bill for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dieter S.

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

Well-equipped Cabin near Calavaras Big Trees State Park

The cabin had everything we needed for our stay. Very short ride to Calavaras Big Trees. It was clean and tha AC was well working. Dieter and family from Germany
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

second stay

This is our second year staying here. We've enjoyed the space very much, and it's in a great location to lakes and big trees park. This year we noticed dog hair around (not from us), but it doesn't bother us and it's worth it to have a pet friendly place when you need to bring your dog! We hope to return again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DL S.

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

Cozy cottage in the woods

This is a great location to access Bear Valley Ski Resort. Also, there are nearby hiking and mountain biking trails we really enjoyed. Neighborhood was quiet. This property has everything you need, not to mention being pet friendly. Owner is very responsive and answers questions quickly, and is also very kind. I left some important prescriptions behind, and he made sure I received them back promptly. Much appreciated! We plan to return next ski season.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina C.

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

Beautiful cabin, great location

Many windows in this cabin sitting among tall trees give you plenty of light. The views of the trees around you soothes the eyes. Open kitchen/living area makes it feel spacious and light. Convenient floor plan makes you comfortable. Parking is easy, you don’t need to back up and there is no steep hill. Close to highway but yet serene and peaceful. Communication with the host is easy and quick. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024