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Welcome to Murphys Getaway! Front door entry into living room.
Deck with bird feeders and wrap around bench
Den with fireplace, HDTV and cable, stereo, CD player, books, and grand window to view the thriving bird and animal life.
Newly updated kitchen leads into the dining room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6137.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Murphys, CA
  • Place, Indian Rock Vineyards
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ironstone Amphitheatre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mercer Caverns
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Den

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm

My house is steps from the Indian Rock Vineyards tasting room and a 1.5 mile pleasant walk/drive to Main Street in Murphys where you’ll find unpretentious wine tasting, great restaurants from thin crust pizza to California nouvelle cuisine, Gold Rush history come to life, outstanding shopping for all budgets and great antiquing opportunities. A little further afield you can enjoy caves, ziplining, walking tours, kayaking, skiing, snow shoeing as well as many hiking trails including Calaveras Big Trees State Park with its famous and stately Redwood trees or…

Stay in your robe and slippers and relax on the back deck with a peaceful view of the woods. Enjoy local bird life visiting the many feeders. Kick back with a glass of wine, a good book or gather everyone together to watch a movie in the cozy den.

My home is fully equipped with modern conveniences to ensure your comfort and enjoyment including a kitchen outfitted for cooking, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer, TV with cable and free WIFI.

The master bedroom looks out on the beautiful deck and includes a king size bed and full private bath. The second bedroom also has a king size bed and desk for working remotely and is adjacent to a full hallway bathroom.

The kitchen, dining room and entertainment room are connected which makes for a great opportunity to visit over meals, have a movie night or enjoy board games.

To ensure you get settled in and have a great start to your stay with us, we will provide an initial supply of toilet paper, facial tissue, and paper towels, but these may not be enough for your entire stay and you may need to purchase additional supplies.

For security purposes, on August 1, 2022 we are installing a Ring doorbell at the front door and cameras above the garage doors that records those entering the home. There are no devices inside of the home.

If you have any questions about the property or the area, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I believe you will fall in love with Murphys just as I did on my first visit over 10 years ago.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
There is a strict no smoking policy in the house.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
On departure please leave the property in the same general condition it was in when you arrived.
Place used towels in bathtubs. Turn off thermostat, indoor and outdoor lights, ceiling fans, and TVs.
Put kitchen & bathroom trash in outside bins in driveway (black = trash; blue = recycling; green = yard waste only - no food compost).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests should not create excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbors; Code-enforced neighborhood quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Guest must request permission from the Homeowner to allow people on the property who are not in the Guest Party.
All house rules are enumerated in the Short Term Rental Agreement attached.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Murphys

Located in Murphys, this holiday home is in a rural area. Murphys Creek Theatre and Ironstone Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Me-Wuk Cultural Center and Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Murphys, CA

What's nearby

  • Indian Rock Vineyards - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Mercer Caverns - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 28 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 32 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Watering Hole - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ironstone Vineyards - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Red Apple - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Murphys Historic Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Murphys PourHouse - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm on 12 July 2026 start from NZ$461, 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.

How much is parking at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm located?

This family-friendly Murphys holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Indian Rock Vineyards and Black Sheep Winery. Milliaire Winery and Hatcher Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is very well maintained, quiet, and convenient to town. Definitely a great place to stay in Murphys!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and very welcoming host!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Jennifer is a gem. You’ll be very happy with the home
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Great little family home

Quick stay but perfect for what we needed. Wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy coffee and lunch on the back patio. Wonderful owner with quick response to questions. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Perfect home for our visit. Location was great, close to wineries, close to town.

Easy check in process and fantastic communication with property owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susana U.

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

Perfect location!

We attended an event at the Ironstone Amphitheater and this place was less than 10 min away. It is such a cute and cozy place with everything we needed. We enjoyed our coffee on the back deck in the morning and a family of wild turkeys visited...it was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacey S.

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

Great stay!

Thanks for every thing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

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

Irish day weekend

Loved loved loved your place! Everything you need very well stocked
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kyle M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and relaxing

We enjoyed our stay in this home. It had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

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

Great Getaway

Perfect spot for a sisters’ weekend - clean, well equipped, with a lovely deck to enjoy the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

Big!

Lots of space, indoors and outdoors. Very comfy. Short driving distances to downtown and wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Roomy

Plenty of room and a lovely deck for my group. We loved how close to town it is and the coffee set up was a bonus. We’d recommend and come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey G.

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

Lovely Home

It was a wonderful house. Would love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

morgan a.

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

Perfect Location

This lovely home was located in a nice quiet area and about a mile away from the lively downtown main street. Highly recommend this place if you are looking to relax in the mornings and evenings and wine taste during the day!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Family Gathering

The property was great for our adult family. It was well equipped, nice decor, and the back deck with wooded area is beautiful, relaxing, and private. Convenient to town, state parks, and many wineries! We would definitely choose this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Love it!

Great place for two couples and/or families. Quiet neighborhood and close to town. Well-appointed with everything needed to make meals and enjoy the outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene W.

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

Thanks for the wonderful stay

We had a great time at Murphy while driving to Bear Valley daily for skiing. The house is located at a very convenient location for shopping and food. The house had everything we need, and very nicely decorated and comfortable. We enjoyed the backyard as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith G.

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

California getaway

Midway stop Sacramento- Yosemite. Nice quiet neighborhood just on the outskirts of fun small town of Murphys. Lots to see and do in close proximity. A relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheri w.

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

Lovely Home & Setting

We had a wonderful stay. The house was cute and clean. The back deck and property was amazing. So relaxing to sit and watch the wildlife. Host very attentive. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas K.

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

Great rental close to the snow

We rented this house for a few days and enjoyed driving up to Bear Valley from it. It is a great location with all the amenities you need and the place was really nice. And it was only a short 50 min drive up to the snow in Bear Valley. I really recommend it :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

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

Short but sweet

Perfect for a weekend gateway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl O.

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

Great Anniversary Weekend!

My wife and I had a great stay at Jennifer’s cabin to celebrate our first anniversary. The house was clean, well maintained, and very cozy! Communication from the host was great and the instructions were simple and easy to follow. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Amazing getaway spot

We had such a great time here! The location tends to be below the snow line, but getting to snow is a quick drive away. This location is surrounded by wineries and nature, and is very close to downtown Murphys with its cute shops. We loved the house itself too. Very spacious for three people with comfortable beds and a cozy fireplace. Staying here was such a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Great location and very clean and comfy

We had a great girls trip and loved the property. We like to cook ,watch movies. and play games and this house accommodated all our activities. Jennifer was very good at communicating and accommodating us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

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

Quiet getaway

This house was perfect for three nights with friends. Very quiet neighborhood and a quick drive in to Murphy's for wine tasting, dining, etc. The house was clean, comfortable and had all the amenities we needed. I would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Leen

Host profile image
I originally moved to San Francisco from Oklahoma in 1991. While I love living in the city, I often like to escape to Murphys to decompress and commune with nature. In 2010, I started an Intellectual Property legal consulting business which allows me to travel while I work, so I like to get up to Murphys as often as possible. I have traveled to every continent except for Antarctica, but I don't plan to let that exception stand for long.

Why they chose this property

I first fell in love with Murphys on a weekend trip with my best friend. We were exploring the Gold Country on Highway 49 and stumbled upon Murphys on our way up to hike through the redwoods grove in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. After that weekend, I came back many times to enjoy the wineries, restaurants, hikes and dreamed of buying a vacation home in this quaint historic town. In 2016 my dream came true, and I bought my own place to escape in the woods.

What makes this property unique

It is a picture perfect setting in Murphys nestled on a 1/2 acre with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and formal living room with a sky light and large picture window overlooking a beautiful large back deck and a family room with a fireplace. I love watching the birds, squirrels, and deer from my hammock on the back deck or from the warmth of the den with binoculars. The first weekend I moved in I saw a flying squirrel jump from tree to tree behind the house, and I was certain this was the best decision I had ever made.

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