NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods

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A cozy log cabin interior with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and large windows.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a fireplace. There is a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a wooden island with bar stools.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a dining table, and a patterned rug.
A view through a window of a forested area with tall trees and a wooden structure.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Gas barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Arnold, CA
  • Place, Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Columbia State Historic Park
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Valley Ski
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

First Floor Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Upstairs Loft

3 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and Murphys Creek Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Chatom Winery.
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Arnold, CA

What's nearby

  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 26 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 49 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Bear Valley Ski - 60 min drive - 60.4 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Day-O Espresso & Smoothies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪cuddy cabin - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Heart & Soul Country Kitchen - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods?

As of 5 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods on 9 November 2026 start from NZ$1,150, 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 NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW LISTING!! Buddy's Barn--An Oasis in the Woods located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Sierra Nevada Conservancy and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and White Pines Lake. Arnold Rim Trail is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting in the trees, under the stars. The hot tub was hot and lovely, the large windows and high ceilings made a cozy space comfortable and glorious. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The place was just as described and we had a great time

The game room was a little chilly but we still had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great gateway to the snow

Had a wonderful weekend at a great home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin stay!

Loved the cabin! Clean and well appointed, exactly like listing. Hosts were extremely responsive with questions. Loved having the hot tub and game room for the kids. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short family stay

We had a great time here. Location was ideal, house size was great for our family, and it's set up with everything that we needed. The kids enjoyed the hot tub a lot too. JoAnne is very responsive, even late at night, and helped us get settled in on the first night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Family Trip

Clean and cozy with excellent communication. We enjoyed the home with fireplace, hot tub, foosball, games. Kids had a blast. The beds were very comfortable. Close to lots of things to see in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 February 2024
Thanks very much! You and your sons are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday Vacation

We had an amazing time at Jo Anne’s cabin. Vrbo did not send us the instructions with the entry code, JoAnne not only did send them right when we arrived but also was always available if we needed help. The house was very clean in nice area will definitely come again
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snow Trip

Adorable cabin, close to town. Plenty of space for 5 teens and 2 adults. The game room was great for entertainment and the loft was perfect to give them their own space. The kitchen was well equipped and easy to prepare meals. My husband is still talking about how comfortable the bed was in the main room. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location in Sierra Nevada mountains

Well appointed house in a residential community. It was a great home base for trips over the mountains and to Calaveras State Park. The extras were beyond our expectations. There were condiments & plastic bags, paper and pen, in addition to the usual fully stocked home equipment. We had a great meal at a Mexican restaurant in Arnold that was open late.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay in this cabin. Clean. Kitchen well stocked. Good location. Plenty of space/beds. We particularly enjoyed the hot tub (holds 3 people), the wood burning stove with plenty of wood and kindling on site, the comfortable beds, and the Nespresso machine! It’s important for renters to know that the “game room” is not actually accessible from inside the home but through a separate entrance outside on the lower level, and it is heated only with a space heater. Turning on the string lights outside is definitely necessary if planning to use the hot tub or game room at night, otherwise it is very dark and can be he’s to see the stairs. Communication with the host was easy. Very responsive. Overall, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Arnold Sanctuary

My husband and I had a tranquil five night stay at this wonderful Arnold property. It is nestled amongst the trees, making it quite private and keeping it cool whilst temperatures outside were in the mid 80s. Breakfast on the deck started the day right and, after long days of hiking, we could return to plentiful hot water and soothing showers. The kitchen was well stocked, including sharp knives, making cooking a breeze. The main house has plenty of space to spread out and downstairs is a new games room which, amongst other things, includes another large TV and a sofa big enough for all. The hosts were very responsive to any queries we had. Overall our stay at Buddy's Barn was just what we needed to relax and recharge. I thoroughly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
So glad you had a nice stay Rachel--you're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet Relaxing Retreat!

My husband and I were so impressed with Buddy’s Barn! The communication with our host JoAnne was quick, kind, and informative. The cabin was very clean with a nice new refrigerator and dishwasher. The furniture was stylish and comfy/cozy. We loved the open layout of the cabin and the thoughtful touches that made the place feel like a retreat. We didn’t use the game room downstairs but it would be a great place for our kids when we come back. The hot tub was fantastic. We also really appreciated the Nespresso machine. The proximity of a GREAT grocery store (2 min drive), was a luxury we didn’t anticipate. The Buddy’s Barn binder in the entertainment center was packed full with recreation/dining tips, going above and beyond to include take out menus and hiking trail maps. The only thing that made us nervous was the dropoff that didn’t have railing (only a few feet) beside the game room entrance. As it was just us this time we didn’t need to worry about the kids falling. We absolutely adored our stay and really needed it, we’re looking forward to making more memories at Buddy’s Barn!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Not a rested vacation

Don’t expect to sleep well as the upper level loft and stairs are very loud as well as heater,.Cob webs fell in food . Cleanliness on the surface was ok . We brought infant and dropped binky on the floor and saw how much dirt and dust was under couch and beds. We did all the cooking in house. No garbage cans outside so plan on keeping all your trash inside.Horrible smell of sewer one day from restroom, and a burnt smell another coming from heater. Contacted host and got apology due to busy season and was offered late check out which we did not do. Cleaning fee should’ve been refunded or offered , but neither was offered for our inconvenience. We were asked to change our original Check in date, to give ample time for cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2025
I don't understand this review. We have 51 reviews for Buddy's Barn---all 5 stars including for cleanliness here on on the other site. She never mentioned most of these complaints to us. Sewer smell? Never mentioned and not possible because we have a brand new septic system. Maybe the bathroom was just used by one of the seven people in her party? Loud stairs that kept her from sleeping? First I'm hearing of this. They are sturdy, solid wood--and again the noise keeping her up would be from all the folks in her group. Cobwebs fell in her food??? She did send a pic of some gift bows under the sofa (no dust in the photo) which the cleaners overlooked, but they were there for 4 hours cleaning the day before. We offered an both early check in and late check out because we do that whenever we can--but she never acknowledged our emails. We work hard to make sure our guests have a wonderful experience in our home and include so many nice touches not found in most other vacation rentals--but I suppose you can't please all of the people all of the time.
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