Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest
Find peace and quiet with ease from this welcoming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental in Arnold! Wooded views and crisp mountain air make this cozy cabin the perfect home to relax after a day of adventure! Explore one of the many trails of the Stanislaus National Forest, cool off with a swim at White Pines Lake, or spend winter days at the Skyline Bear Valley Resort. Sample wine from a nearby vineyard, and bring a bottle home to enjoy on the deck with friends and family.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Free WiFi (High Speed) | 2.7 Mi from White Pines Lake
Bedroom 1: Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
STEP OUTSIDE: Wraparound deck w/ gas grill, outdoor lights INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, dining table, gas fireplace, board games, books, telescope KITCHEN: Gas stove, Keurig & drip coffee makers, hot water kettle, dishwasher, microwave, island w/ breakfast bar, knife set, cooking & dining basics GENERAL: Window A/C unit (dining area), linens/towels, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries FAQ: Stairs required for access, 4 external security cameras (facing out), limited cell service, no EV charging allowed PARKING: Sloped driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Sierra Nevada Logging Museum (2.5 miles), Snowflake Lodge (2.8 miles), Mercer Caverns (13.0 miles), Moaning Caverns Adventure Park (16.8 miles), California Cavern State Historic Landmark (20.2 miles), Columbia State Historic Park (24.5 miles), Skyline Bear Valley Resort (31.2 miles) OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Stanislaus National Forest (surrounding area), Fly in Acres Reservoir (1.6 miles), Arnold Rim Trail (1.6 miles), White Pines Lake - Park & Beach (2.7 miles), Calaveras Big Trees State Park (4.6 miles), Top of the World (5.4 miles), Lake Alpine (29.8 miles) OFF THE VINE: Brice Station Vineyards Tasting Room (7.6 miles), Hovey Winery Tasting Room (11.5 miles), Aloria Vineyards (11.6 miles), Lavender Ridge Vineyard Tasting (11.6 miles), Star Canyon Vineyards (13.4 miles) AIRPORTS: Stockton Metropolitan Airport (71.0 miles), Sacramento International Airport (106 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access - NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is at the front door facing the front entryway, camera 2 is at the side door facing the side entryway, camera 3 is located on the upper deck facing out, and camera 4 is located on the lower deck facing the entryway. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion - NOTE: Electric vehicle charging is not allowed on-site
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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 security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
About the area
Arnold
Located in Arnold, this cabin is in a rural area. 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.
Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Sierra Nevada Logging Museum - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
White Pines Lake - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Arnold Rim Trail - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Calaveras Big Trees State Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 132 min drive
Restaurants
The Lube Room Saloon - 12 min drive
Bistro Espresso - 3 min drive
Snack Shack - 9 min drive
The Red Apple - 9 min drive
Giant Burger - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest?
As of 27 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest on 14 June 2026 start from NZ$260, 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 Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Deck + Grill: Mtn Haven in Stanislaus Nat'l Forest located?
Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sierra Nevada Logging Museum, White Pines Lake and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course. Arnold Rim Trail is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.
Reviews
7.8
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
So disappointed! Property is called Deck and Grill, well the grill is not covered and left to the elements and no propane. Property is very dated, stove and oven were dirty, shower does not drain properly (ankle deep water int he shower). So much differed maintenance. Fireplace does not work, no hot tub (mentioned in the listing). Just don’t go.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house and great location.
Gleb
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Sharon B.
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
July 4th weekend
It was a nice home, clean with lots of room. Two sets of stairs so be aware and the home is not visible from the main road so was bit hard to find. Overall we had a nice time
My family stayed at this lovely home, it was bright and sunny, and the home feels even bigger then it looks in the photos. The master suite on the top floor is incredibly spacious and the shower is amazing! My children also love building forts outside in the wooded area. Great home and vacation spot! Very family friendly!
Kelsey M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
6 July 2023
Arnold Cabin
The cabin was exactly as advertised. We had a great stay and I would highly recommend it for others!
Anthony
Verified
6/10 Okay
Stephen
16 September 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Suffice it to say that we will not ever be returning. I made a list of the issues, which I will share with the owners if they care to reach out. There are safety concerns about the wiring and the electrical service that should be addressed as well as a rodent problem that future guests need to be aware of. Also be aware that the deck creaks loudly when my 120 lb wife walks on it. If you use the oven and want it to heat faster: turn off as many lights as possible (scary). I would like to compliment the photographer. The photos are beautiful.
I stayed with my family (husband and two kids) as well as my mom. Plenty of room, had extra beds. Thorough instructions, enjoyed the games and foosball table.
Property was nice , clean property. no closets in any of the bedrooms to hang clothes or store clothes. There was one air conditioner that was a window mount in the middle floor. Nothing on the bottom floor or the top floor which did get somewhat hot and stuffy. overall, it was a nice property and we would definitely stay there again if we’re in the area.
Nice cabin, nice neighborhood. Kitchen fully stocked. Grill easy to use. Had trouble with lock box. Owner gave us access to lock box. She was very helpful. Upstairs toilet had trouble flushing. Had to turn water on & off
again in between flushing.
Shower curtain fell down. You Tub slow to drain.
Ticurtaitrouble draining.
Anessa D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Linda F.
4 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
A bit dissapointed
Was a bit disappointed on several things such as NO Closets to hang clothes, towels that were not dried property by their house cleaner so had a bad smell, TV in master bedroom not working with 3 or 4 remotes so very confusing and owner saying we need to get a better TV, hot water heater needed to be adjusted by us which was with owners help on phone to take a decent hot shower. Definitely room for improvement to rent out to others. Nice location in private quiet neighborhood. Probably would not recommend to others however.
Linda F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Linda, your feedback is essential to us, and we've relayed your comments to the homeowner, who would like to address the following:
"We're sorry to hear your stay fell short of expectations and wanted to make sure we were addressing your concerns!
-While we don't have a closet in the master bedroom, we do provide a dresser with 6 drawers for guest storage. The room with bunk beds also has a closet in case guests prefer to hang up their clothes.
-We have let our housekeeper know about the towels to ensure future guests do not share your experience. Thank you for letting us know.
-We apologize if we confused you when we assisted with the TV. It does work, however, as we tried to explain over the phone, the incorrect remote was being used when you first tried operating it. We'll be providing clearer instructions to prevent any confusion in the future.
-We've never experienced any issues with the water heater before your stay. We hope we were able to help out a little by showing you how to turn the heater onto a higher setting.
We do appreciate your feedback and hope your next stay goes better."
Beautiful property and location, but the cabin needs some attention.
The property is stunningly beautiful and the cabin is conveniently located, but really needs some attention. The most disturbing issue was probably the amount of cobwebs and spiders everywhere… there were 3 huge spiders in the upstairs shower and 1 in the top bunk that crawled up my daughter’s arm while she was laying in bed and looking at her phone. She was absolutely terrified and couldn’t sleep all night, and ended up sleeping on the couch all weekend.
Another major issue was the lack of window coverings on some of the windows… there’s a huge window right next to the upstairs shower and one inside the shower that have no window covering or privacy glass, and these windows face another house and the street. There’s another large window in the basement bedroom with no covering, which makes it really hard to sleep past sunrise. One of the shades in the upstairs bedroom was broken and couldn’t be raised, and the shades on the slider in the basement were only about 18” long so they were pretty useless.
There were several other broken or unusable items, such as the foosball table, keurig coffee machine, ice maker, and the gas fireplace. There were also a bunch of VHS movies but no VHS player, and there was no remote for the TV in the downstairs bedroom so it couldn’t be used. There were a lot of fun games in the house, but about half of them couldn’t be played because they were missing crucial pieces.
This place has potential, but wouldn’t recommend in its current state.