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Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca

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Welcome to the Sopinski-Waterman Cabin! We hope you enjoy your stay!
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Heated pool
    Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Arnold, CA
  • Place, Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Arnold Rim Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca

My Father built the Sopinski Cabin in 1979 where my family spent summers, winters & weekends during my growing up years. This wonderful place provided for my sister and me a childhood filled with fun, activity, sports & memories that my family would like to now share with you.

Our cabin is located on a level lot at a 4000 ft elevation in Arnold, CA. We are within minutes from Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, historic Murphys, Angel's Camp & Sonora. With a wrap-around deck surrounded by pines, our cabin provides an ideal spot to enjoy all the Sierra's have to offer without the hassle of too much snow, traffic or isolation. We are walking distance to many activities and only a minute's drive to many more. Our cabin is ideal for families, pets & adults who wish to go, go, go or just relax on the deck. Whatever your vacation's needs, you can find them here at the Sopinski-Waterman Cabin.

Thank you for your interest in our home and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

The Sopinski & Waterman Family

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children of all ages!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Well behaved, house broken pets are welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean & put away dishes. Clean BBQ.
Turn off thermostat
Close window blinds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 269777vb
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

About the area

Arnold

Located in Arnold, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Chatom Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Arnold, CA

What's nearby

  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 52 min drive - 54.8 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Red Apple - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Mystic Saloon - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint & Fun Blue Lake Springs Vacation Cabin in Arnold, Ca located?

This family-friendly Arnold holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Arnold Rim Trail. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and White Pines Lake 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 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this cabin, it has everything you could ask for and is so comfortable for our family! The host is very responsive and we hope to stay here again the next time we need a getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay P.

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

Enjoyed our 3 day stay.

Comfortable beds, nice accommodations, etc. Would be happy to stay again. Would recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilou E.

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

Relaxing getaway in beautiful setting

Great cozy cabin with lovely deck and all the amenities needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2020
Hi Marilou, Thank you for the kind words. I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay at our cabin. Regards, Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana Y.

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

Wonderful house

Wonderful house. I liked everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

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

Cute Place

We really enjoyed this spot! The back porch in the morning and evening was really lovely. It would be a great place to stay in winter because there are plenty of games and a nice fireplace.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Wonderful cabin with everything we need

The cabin is super cute, spacious, comfortable and in an amazing setting. Our group felt very impressed about how thoughtfully organized and stocked everything was. Steve, the host, was very prompt and helpful with all our questions. We are hoping to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Hi Chris, thank you for your kind review. I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. I look forward to you visiting again. Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene A.

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

Weekend getaway

Great location! My children were very pleased and excited to be here. It was great playing board games by the fireplace. The reception nor Wi-Fi was the greatest if your coming for a work from home weekend but it’s just what we needed to have a nice relaxing weekend. Very cozy and comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2022
Irene, I'm glad to hear that you had a good time. Thank you for the great communication. I look forward to hosting you and your family again. Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cala R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve is a great host, fast at communication and has thought of everything you could need in the home. Really appreciated how thoughtful he has it set up, fun antique decor, stocked pantry, games, books, lots of stuff for summer activities and kitchen has everything you could need for cooking. Extremely clean home and spacious. We visited during winter storm when there was a lot of snow and this location is not that far from 4, they plow the main road this location is off of and the road the house is on so that was really helpful to access it. We appreciated the porch being enclosed for our little dogs. We hope to return during summer months to explore the area more and it seems like a beautiful spot for it. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a dream cabin for us!! It was clean, comfortable, family (and dog) friendly. The kitchen was better stocked than our own and we enjoyed cooking meals there. We spent a lot of time on the deck and ate all our meals out there. Bedrooms were very comfy and bathrooms were very clean! The neighborhood was quiet. The trees around the cabin were beautiful and felt like we had privacy. Thank you to Steve for making sure that we had all the info about the cabin and the area- everything worked out really well!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Hi Janet, I’m glad that our cabin met your expectations and that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your review and I look forward to hosting you and your family again. Regards, Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manish G.

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

Great property for family specially with kids.

Awesome and accommodating Owner. Steve was very considerate towards our request for early check-In as we just had to drop our little dog in the morning as we were heading out to Bear Valley for snowmobile fun. Great location and clean property. Kids had great time playing table and board games. This was my third stay at Steve’s cabin and all the stays have Been memorable and fun. Thank you Steve for being such a great host. Sincerely Manish
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Manish, thank you for your glowing review of our cabin. It is always nice to hear positive feedback. Glad to hear that your and your family had fun. Regards, Steve
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lori E.

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

Kitchen is a disaster.

Furniture worn out. Kitchen stove has 2 lopsided burners, needs a dishwasher, refer has old condiments, dirty old everything for cooking and eating. Outdoor grill is doesn't work. Carpet so stained and dirty, cabin needs a deep cleaning. Everything is very old and worn out. Great area surroundings, beautiful area This cabin is an over priced dump.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2021
Lori, I am sorry to hear that you were disappointed with the condition of our cabin. I am quite surprised since we have had a lot of renters, all with positive reviews. I would have appreciated a phone call or text while you were there as I could have had the cleaners come by to clean up. Also, on our VRBO site, we do not list dishwasher under "Amenities" and from the photos it is obvious that there isn't a dishwasher, so that shouldn't have come as a surprise. The carpets were professionally cleaned two months ago and I recently used the BBQ and it worked fine. At any rate, I wish you well in future VRBO endeavors. Regards, Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cabin for family fun!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. I look forward to hosting you and your family again. Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

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

Great short stay

The house was perfect and laid back for our low key family. Everything you needed was at the house and the neighborhood was nice to walk around. Our kids enjoyed the deck and the extra family room. The house has lots of charm and lives bigger than the actual size. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Quaint and well-stocked in a great location

My husband and I were looking for a place we could stay with our dog but still be close to family, who were staying in a nearby cabin. The cabin has a quaint, older vibe and was immaculate! Super well-stocked for those looking for a longer stay, and I could see how a larger family would really make good use out of the space, especially those with kids! Communication with Steve was easy, and I really appreciated him giving us a heads up about the status of things re: fire season before we went up for our stay. Great for families, and a nice clean spot for those looking for a pet-friendly spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

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

Excellent

Super clean and lively
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amerra M.

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

Great Rental

The rental was very nice. The deck was super nice to sit outside. The kids really enjoyed the games. The host is very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris P.

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

Family fun and pets too

Enjoyed the ease of checking in, cabin was just like the pictures. Allowing pets was great as our dogs got to enjoy their time away. Big plus, was the deck being wired in, so the dogs could not run off and they could lay in the sun.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Great cabin had everything we needed

We’ve stayed at many cabins over the years, this is our favorite one so far! The layout was perfect for our family of 4 and I liked that one of the bathrooms was at the front so we didn’t disturb nap times. The beds were very comfortable and kitchen fully stocked with everything we needed for cooking and the bbq was in great condition and worked well. We also loved the large enclosed deck that we could safely let our kids play in the snow. We went for lots of walks in the neighborhood and all the cabins in the area are well maintained and felt safe. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar v.

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

Beautiful house

House is very well maintained, very clean and with plenty of games and activities for kids. Location is great and owner was always there to answer questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2021
Hi Edgar, thank you for choosing our cabin and for the positive review. I am glad we were able to suit your needs and provide an enjoyable stay for you and your family. Steve
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniele T.

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

Nice relaxing stay

Good and comfy cabin. Easy access and good communication with the owners. The only little problem was the dust found in the house, probably due to the recent fires around Arnold.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Great cozy cabin for a long weekend away

We loved this cabin! It is a well-loved, well-stocked comfy place to stay with plenty of room. It had everything we needed to cook, BBQ and entertain our boys ( Foosball, slack line and Netflix!) We would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara P.

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

Excellent girls' getaway

I stayed here with my mom and two sisters. I was a great place for a quilting/stitching weekend on your amazing deck. The weather was perfect, and we set up two machines, a cutting station and ironing station, and still had room for two recliners for the stitchers. We had plenty of room and even requested (and were granted) a late check out so we could stretch the weekend as long a possible. We love this cabin and plan to come back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

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

Fun Place

Lots of fun games, open feeling great place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Relaxing Weekend

We enjoyed our weekend stay at the house. It was nice to have the patio fenced in so the dogs could be outside with us during meals. Also nice to have access to our Disney+on the TV. Clean, comfortable, easy to find, quiet. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2020
April, thank you for your positive feedback. So glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we would love to host you and your family again. Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl G.

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

Beautiful Setting

We enjoyed our stay in this cabin in the trees. The setting is beautiful and everything was as advertised. Would love to stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2020
Hi Carl, I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we would welcome you back any time. Regards, Steve

About the host

Hosted by Steve Sopinski

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Hello, my name is Steve Sopinski. My father, Ted Sopinski, built our cabin in the '70s when my sister, Amy, and I were young. We have been spending time in Arnold since we were born and have made it a very important part of our lives. My wife, Nikki, and I live in Rocklin with our three sons & dog. My sister Amy and her husband, Jeff, live in Santa Rosa with their daughter, and various pets. We visit our cabin whenever possible and hope you find it to be a magical place for your family too!

Why they chose this property

In the late 60s, and well before I was born, a salesman asked my father to come to Arnold to look at properties in the new Blue Lake Springs development. He and his best friend from Lockheed drove up to Arnold with their wives and the salesman. After spending the weekend in Arnold, they knew this was a place they wanted to spend time. My father and his friend purchased a lot together & each bought their own lots. They built a large cabin together for our two families where we spent every minute in Arnold we possibly could. After many years, our friends bought a business and moved up. We sold our joint cabin and my father then built the one we have today in the late '70s. We still love Arnold & the surrounding area as much as the day we found it.

What makes this property unique

The most wonderful aspect to Arnold is its peacefulness. It truly feels like a vacation. When at our cabin, we feel as though we are worlds away from the busy, every day life of home. We love the diversity of the area and all it has to offer. The activities are perfect for our family...some of our favorites are hanging out at the pool, lake and Stanislaus River in the summer time, visiting Columbia State Historic Park, shopping, dining and wine tasting in historic Murphys and skiing/snowboarding and sledding at Bear Valley in the winter. Our most favorite activity, however, is relaxing on the deck with a glass of wine working on a puzzle, playing cards, listening to music or exercising our brains doing cross word with the most perfect weather & serenity.

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