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Spacious Family Retreat in Arnold

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Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Arnold, CA
  • Place, Sierra Nevada Logging Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, White Pines Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Arnold Rim Trail
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

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

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

About this property

Spacious Family Retreat in Arnold

Private Family and Friends Grand Retreat

A hidden Arnold gem awaits you. Relish in this spacious executive home and its peaceful surroundings situated well off the street away from neighbors. Situated on 3 acres backing up to the National Forest and Arnold Rim Trail. Near wineries, a ski resort and several lakes. Fast Xfinity WIFI, 4 TV's and a game room entertains the kids. Bed space for up to 18 guests maximum.

You will love this private luxurious and very well appointed home.

The space
There is bed space for 20 people. 6 bedrooms, 3 have Cal king beds, one bunk room that sleep 5 plus an office with a workspace and comfy queen bed with a new 10" mattress on it that serves as a 6th bedroom. The game/media room which will be a sure hit with youngsters has a queen sofa bed twin bunk beds and two roll-away twin beds. Every bed has a comfy mattress topper. You will sleep soundly here - up to 20 maximum. The Xfinity WIFI is very fast and accommodates multiple users. The main level with no stairs is 3300 Square feet 5 bedrooms , kitchen, 3 full baths and family/dining rooms. Very easy for the elderly to navigate. The large downstairs space hosts the game room with a Foosball, sound system and TV plus a full bathroom and a private bedroom. The radiant heated floors makes the house very warm and cozy in the winter and is much healthier and greener than central heat blowing air. Two on demand water heaters means you never run out of hot water. 4 large flat screen TVs throughout the house. Sitting on the 1100 square foot back deck looking out into the forest with no neighbors in site is truly magical and so peaceful. Plenty of parking and you can use the large 3 car garage and the lawn chairs, umbrella, basketball hoop, Corn hole, snow sleds and other toys within it. Please note for winter bookings AWD or 4WD vehicles are required to access the property.

Guest access
Long private driveway creates a peaceful retreat away from the street and other neighbors. Plenty of parking between the 3 car garage and large parking pad for up to 6-7 cars total. Be sure you arrive in a AWD/4WD vehicle in the winter to negotiate the often snowy/slippery conditions. Winter conditions can reduce the total number of parking spaces at times.

During the winter November - March or April to access the driveway which is long and steep an AWD or 4WD vehicle is required. 2 wheel drive cars even with snow cables are not recommended if it has snowed recently or there is snow in the forecast.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property Registration Number xxx
Property # 5360848vb
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

About the area

Arnold

Arnold is home to this cabin. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ironstone Amphitheatre.
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Arnold, CA

What's nearby

  • Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
  • White Pines Lake - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Arnold Rim Trail - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 15 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 15 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lube Room Saloon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪cuddy cabin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Red Apple - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Family Retreat in Arnold pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Family Retreat in Arnold?

As of 12 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Family Retreat in Arnold on 8 September 2026 start from NZ$2,255, 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.

What time is check-out at Spacious Family Retreat in Arnold?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Spacious Family Retreat in Arnold located?

Situated in Arnold, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sierra Nevada Logging Museum, White Pines Lake and Arnold Rim Trail. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Laurie and Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely stunning, we had a large group of 20. The house was equipped with everything we needed for a fun field weekend. It was so relaxing to sit out on the deck and look out to the forest. We will definitely be staying here again. 10 out of 10!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is ver spacious and feels very warm. Our host checked on us to make sure we had arrived and responded to any messages. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to revisit.
Walk on trail near the house.
View while walking on a trail near the house.
Nice little bar area.
40 minute drive to Spicer Park for snow play.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing home! These hosts have thought of everything! Clean, fast response from host. Fully stocked kitchen and pantry! Comfy cozy living area as well as fantastic game room!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 January 2026
Thank you for the kind review, Karrie. We take pride in keeping the home clean, comfortable, and guest-ready. In addition to professional cleaning, we personally inspect the home after each turnover to ensure everything meets our standards—because as travelers ourselves, we know how much a well-prepared stay matters.
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10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, any issue that arose was taken care of
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Great Family Spot!

Stayed here for my aunts 70th birthday and there was plenty of room for everyone. The house was lovely and had a ton of amenities. Owners were very accesible and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great home for our family gathering. We celebrated Christmas early with 4 generations all in one home. There was plenty of space to enjoy family fun and togetherness, but still allow for quiet spaces if the little ones were sleeping. The kitchen was amazing, with literally everything we needed to cook a gourmet meal, serve it and the two ovens were a gift! The host even went above and beyond by decorating the home for Christmas for us prior to our arrival. We also loved that it was dog friendly, what a blessing to have that option. The neighborhood was beautiful, groceries super close by and many other fun sights within minutes. We'd love to stay again some time!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adonis F.

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

WONDERFUL WEEKEND

Place was best fit for our weekend planning and fellowship; sufficient facilities. Further enhanced by a very charming environment as we still caught up with fall foliage.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Great experience

Everything was exactly as advertised, and the owner was prompt and clear in their communications.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn C.

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

Multi family getaway

We had 4 families coming together for a ski weekend together. This was an amazing house that could give each family their own space but also allow us to come together. Wonderful amenities and really well stocked. The kids loved it and were able to go sledding in the back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marcelo s.

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Big and beautiful

My family and I go to Arnold for Labor Day weekend and this year we stayed here as our group was a little larger than past years. The cabin was very big and fit me and my family very well. Doug was very helpful with everything and available when we needed him. This cabin is very roomy and comfortable clean and we definitely will be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia P.

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

Spacious house for group of family and friends

Overall, we had very good experience with the house. Communication was clear and easy. Spacious house for a big group. Good and secluded location. As recommendation, I would suggest to consider changing dishwasher (not cleaning well) and futon in the office (not comfortable for sleeping).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2023
Thanks for staying with us Julia. We have since replaced the futon in the office bedroom with a brand new mattress and comfy topper.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

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

Great Time in Arnold

This house is really a home. The home is well appointed and well cared for. It's a pleasure working in a kitchen that has tools and utensils including any size pot or pan required. The Pantry is awesome. Plenty of bedrooms (we had 10 Adults and 6 children). Clean and beautifully appointed. The kids had a great time on the rope swing downstairs. WiFi is excellent. Cell service is spotty throughout the area. We had no T-Mobile service at the house (I did however have sattelite text service) Had a great time. I do highly recommend this home for a group sized 16.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2025
Thanks Craig we are happy to hear you enjoyed our home we love going there too. You were a terrific guest and we would gladly welcome you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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You won't want to Leave!

I would recommend this luxury home to anyone who is looking for an absolute 5 ⭐ experience. Everything was perfect. Truly. All of our guests were in awe and appreciated the spaciousness, giving everyone their own place to retreat, as well as a huge kitchen, game room and living room for gathering together. This property and surroundings were immaculate with all of the comforts of home and plenty more! We made such wonderful Thanksgiving memories. I was so spoiled to get to cook in that kitchen. Thank you so much for an amazing stay! We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thanks Mark. It was a pleasure to host your family. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the place as much as we do and made some special memories with your family. Your welcome back anytime. We give a discounted rate for returning guests. Doug
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

A week in the woods

We stayed here with family during Christmas. We had a large group of 16 people and the home was spacious and had all of the amenities that we needed. The kids really enjoyed the game room. There is a trail nearby so we went on walks almost daily and the views were beautiful. The location was convenient near a market, Tesla EV Charger, and a short drive to Big Trees park and Murphy's town where there are lots of wineries and shops.The host was very communicative throughout our stay and even prior to our visit since we booked 8 months in advance to secure the location for our family Christmas. He was helpful figuring out some of our needs and made us feel welcome.I would highly recommend this place for large groups and if you like to have access to nature. It's a beautiful home in a beautiful location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

The perfect family trip!!

We had the BEST time staying here. It’s pretty incredible when 11 adults and two 2-year-olds can share a space and not feel like they’re on top of each other. This home is spacious, gorgeous, well stocked with everything (if we come back, I can bring less random stuff!), and was the perfect getaway for our family. One thing that stood out to me was that there were plenty of private rooms too, when most listings will have several beds in one room and say it sleeps 10. There are so many comfortable rooms for adults here and I know our family really appreciated it. Plus, the kids loved running around all over the place and I felt like they were safe in controlled area. I can’t say enough nice things about it. I would just say that if you’re considering it… book it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

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Fun time and good stay in Arnold

The house was amazing! Recommend it for large groups or families. It is a well planned vacation home with everything to have a good time -- from the huge kitchen with stocked pantry to the game room to the snow sleds In the garage and the extra large dining table. In the backyard there was even a small hill which was just long enough for the toddlers to sled down. We really appreciated the "extra" touches as well and how clean and new a lot of the items were. Our only comment is the water temperature (lukewarm) in the two bathrooms upstairs. We ended up taking turns using the master bedroom bath which ran a lot hotter.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thanks Grace glad you enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you return some day. Thanks for the feedback on the hot water. It seems that one of he two tankless hot water heaters needs maintenance which we will take care of right away.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade S.

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

Family get together

Our family had a great time. We celebrated our Mom’s birthday. The house was clean, spacious and organized. The check-in and check out process was easy. The owners were easy to contact. The beds were comfortable. The young adults in our group enjoyed the game room while the not so old adults enjoyed cooking bbq on the deck. There is a cabinet on top of the mini fridge full of board games. Our family had fun playing read my lips game . There are nearby attractions like the Top of the World trail head, white pines lake, Big Tree State park and a little further away(~40 mins) Lake Alpine ( worth it). There are also nearby stores if you need grocery. We will definitely consider coming back next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2023
Thanks so much Jade, your family were great guests we appreciated you guys taking great care of the house. We welcome you back anytime. Doug and Marlene
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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The perfect Getaway

We spend 9 nights here and everything about the home was better than we expected. The location was awesome with trails through the national forest directly behind the house, but still only about 1.5 miles from the grocery store, and restaurants. The house was large comfortable and well appointed. We had 12 people staying with us and it never felt crowded. The adults enjoyed watching the snow fall from the large windows in the living room, while the kids and teens loved the "game room down on the lower level". Our 15 year old son said that the roll away bed in the game room was the most comfortable bed he ever slept on. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook great meals for our friends and family. The host was available to answer all of our questions very quickly. I could tell that his hearts desire was that we enjoyed the home to the fullest, and we definitely did. We will be coming back.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Christmas Getaway

The cabin exceeded our expectations! It had plenty of space for our family of 10 to come together for Christmas, including three young teenagers who did not want to leave. Doug was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. We ran into some issues with leaving due to the snow and steep driveway, but Doug had prepared us beforehand, so luckily, our cars were snow-ready. He also coordinated to have the driveway plowed the day we left. The kitchen was well equipped to cook Christmas Eve and Christmas dinner. Plus, the dining room table fit us all so we could eat meals together and spend the evenings playing games. The property was beautiful to explore especially when it snowed. Our family has stayed at several different cabins in the area over the years but decided this is the cabin we will be renting again! Highly recommend for large families or groups of friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thanks for the great review Beth. We are so happy that you enjoyed our mountain home. We think its pretty special too :). You and your group are welcome back anytime! Doug
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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A Hidden Gem

We just returned from renting the Grand Retreat and were quite impressed. We were a little skeptical about renting a new VRBO unit with no reviews, and surprisingly the home was nicer than the pictures. The owners were very friendly, and the price was right. We were not disappointed! The house is huge! We had more than enough space for everyone. The setting is very private and serene. We couldn’t even see any neighbors. We even saw deer right outside the door! You are really in the forest. You could tell that many items were newly purchased. We appreciated the cleanliness of the home too. The house manual was helpful but the only issue we had was the home is so big with so many cabinets and closets that it took a while to figure out where everything was. Maybe the owners should create a map of some sort for us less resourceful people lol. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thank you Kathy for staying with us. We are so happy that you enjoyed our home in the forest and got to see some animals too! Thanks for the suggestion we will add that to the house manual. We welcome you back anytime and will give you a discount on future visits. Doug and Marlene.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Great large family home

We arrived with 15 total from adults to teens to a toddler. The house was huge! So much room for everyone to spread out, especially those noisy teenagers who got the basement to themselves. The kitchen was large and we were able to cook around each other with ease. Plenty of seating for dinner, gathering for family time in the living room. We went into Murphy’s where they have a cute Main Street and lovely park by a creek, up to Alpine Lake for a swim and finally Mercer Caverns which was incredible. No helmets needed. Just a few minimal drawbacks were that the driveways were very steep and we were unable to get to the lower driveway in our Tesla to charge and had to find a local place in Murphy’s. Not a huge deal, just a little coordination. The two guest bed mattresses are in need of replacing. One caves inward while the other sloped outward. This is not uncommon in rental properties though and should never deter someone from staying. We had an amazing time. The owner was very responsive and checked in with us. Overall 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thanks for the great review Katie, we are glad you enjoyed the stay. There is one steep section of the driveway which can be a little tricky for a low-clearance car but we have had many Teslas navigate it taking the right angle and be able to drive down to the garage to charge. I will message you separately to determine which mattresses need to be replaced so we can take care of that. I am guessing these might be the rollaways or a sofabed? Thanks again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

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

Beautiful property for our Thanksgiving retreat

We have rented properties in this area for over 30 years for our Thanksgiving holiday. This was one of the best. It was beautifully furnished and equipped. The deck was an asset for allowing our little ones to be outside but safe. There was a life-sized stuffed bear inside which they loved after being reassured it was not real! We appreciated having bathtubs to bathe the little ones in. Parents of the little ones brought their own portable cribs, so we did not use the bunk beds. We appreciated the high chair we found. It was easy to improvise to suit our needs because of the number of rooms. We loved the large dining table and used it for every meal. We enjoyed being so near the hiking trails and did take one hike even though we could not locate a trail map. Be advised that cell phones on AT&T’s network do not work here. Verizon is fine. Wi-fi worked great. The area is very scenic. We traditionally spend time in Columbia State Park and Murphys which we recommend for those visiting the area. The instructions and owner responsiveness was very good. We had no problems.We are grateful that there are still people willing to rent their homes to parties like ours. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 December 2024
Thank you Claire for the great review we are so happy that your family enjoyed our vacation home. We appreciate how well you took care of it as well. Your group is welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great. Can't say enough about it. Very clean and spacious. Plenty a room for all adults and kids to spread out and play around. Kids spent hours on the rope swing and playing ping pong. Everything you could think of needing was there and stocked. Large kitchen island, long dining room table, plus another smaller one in kitchen area. Beautiful deck looking out over the national park that's directly behind the house. Binder with all info laid out with welcome snack's was very informative about all local area. Wifi worked wonderfully and easily wifi hook up to house surround sound system for house, kitchen, and deck. The deck was large and had plenty of sitting room around the fireplace and table. Gas grill is hooked directly up to the house with easy to follow instructions. Only issue we had was trying to find the correct light switch to a couple lights. Made a game of it for the kids to find 2 in particular. Books, books, books everywhere, both for adults and kids. All the beds we used were comfortable and had plenty of sheets and pillows. There were towels laid out for every room. All 4 FULL bathrooms were stocked with bathroom necessities, and had plenty of hot water. All appliances that were used were in good clean working order. Definitely would love to stay here again, if given the chance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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Amazing house! Beautiful piece of paradise!

Big beautiful home with all the amenities! Our group had a great time playing games out front and on the patio. Loved the swings too! The layout is perfect for a group. Enough room to gather together, plus quite spots to slip away too if you want some down time. The porch in the morning for coffee was sooo relaxing! House has everything you could need. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie v.

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Great family getaway

This house and property is beautiful and was perfect for our family with varying ages from 8-89. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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