Enjoyed our stay!
My Family and I had an amazing week at the 5 bears cabin!
Enjoyed every minute of Five Bears Cabin!
Stephanie
This family of five with three small kids had a wonderful stay at The Five Bears Cabin. The weekend we went up Arnold had received more snow than at any time I can remember in the last many years, but Holly was fantastic about checking in with us to make we were still comfortable going up and at several times provided pictures of the cabin so we would know exactly what we were getting into. We really appreciated the extra communication. Holly is above and beyond. The cabin itself is exactly as described and we were very cozy inside with plenty to do. We’re familiar with the area and have friends nearby, but there was a great guestbook of suggestions in case you are not, and Blue Lake Springs (where the cabin is located) is an ideal outpost for families. We will definitely stay again!
- Stayed: February 2019
- Source: Airbnb
The perfect little getaway nestled in the forest at the end of the road.
Great cabin, great location!
- Stayed: December 2018
- Source: AirBnB
Our family had a wonderful stay at the Five Bears Cabin!!
- Stayed: November 2018
- Source: AirBnB
Serene, comfortable
Comfortable, family-friendly cabin
Five Bears Cabin is very comfortable, clean, and well-equipped! Great for families or couples. Our kids really enjoyed the game room. The location is excellent. The cabin is close to the town center of Arnold, with restaurants, White Pines lake, and grocery shopping. In the other direction, Calaveras Big Trees State Park is just a few minutes away. The popular town of Murphys is about 15 minutes away, with wine tasting, gourmet ice cream, and shopping. We found everything we needed in the cabin–dish soap, many cooking utensils, dishes/glasses, laundry detergent (there is a small, easy to operate washing machine and clothes dryer–this comes in handy when traveling with little ones who need many outfit changes), shampoo, conditioner, etc. There is no air conditioning but there are plenty of fans. The air gets cool quickly in the evening. The deck is wonderful for relaxing, eating breakfast or dinner at the picnic table, or enjoying a glass of wine. The owner gave us very detailed location information and instructions for arrival and departure. The cabin is quiet because it is in a cul-de-sac and there are no neighboring cabins behind it.
Matthew
The Five Bears Cabin was everything we were looking for out of our trip to Calaveras County. Close to Arnold and Big Trees it was a great base of operations for my family’s get together. Holly was a wonderful host and super responsive. We’re already talking about when to come back.
- Stayed: June 2018
- Source: AirBnB
Mark
Fantastic place, I wish we had more time to spend at the house. Holly was very accommodating!
- Stayed: May 2018
- Source: AirBnB
David D.
As a family event it was completely delightful and I can see why you love it up there.
In fact everything about your property told us that we would love you too, – it is soooo nice, beautifully and tastefully decorated and all the right amenities and thoughtful touches to make a long or short stay hassle free. Also we loved your website and all your descriptions of the surrounding area and attractions.
We had a lazy breakfast on Saturday and then a long hike up the rim trail which was about four and a half hours and 9 miles worth – very beautiful. Early supper at the Snowshoe, which restaurant/brewery we had experienced before, then home for family games.
Sunday we were out at 10:57 and just in time I remembered your indication about the red fire truck and we were treated to an hour and a half on the Quyle Kiln site with a lovely long explanatory tour from Pam herself. Of course we came away with a selection of pottery and wine!
Finally we stopped in Murphys – again we have been there before but not really strolled. Had intended to go to Ironstone for lunch but found ourselves parked outside Alchemy and since it was lunchtime and we were hungry – in we went! We were not disappointed and did in fact pick up a half dozen bottles from Ironstone before heading for home.
Anyway thank you once again for your lovely hospitality and trust in us.
- Stayed: April 2018
- Source: fivebearscabin.com
Jeffrey
This place is absolutely amazing! It’s perfect in every way! Coziness(check) cleanliness(check) amenities(check) awesome unique touches (check) ! Me and my family made a weekend getaway and it was nothing but awesomeness! What made it the best was our host! She’s freaking awesome! As soon as we left we were all sad! Would recommend highly to anyone( family getaway or romantic getaway) you won’t be disappointed! I️ promise!
Cozy Cabin w/ great amenities and perfect location
My family and I had a wonderful stay at the Five Bears Cabin in Anrold. The cabin was a perfect size for us… spacious and yet very cozy! It was walking distance to the Blue Lake Lodge where we had access to the lake, basketball courts and all their other amenities. There is no need to bring food, for there is a grocery store in Arnold along with a few restaurants and a bakery/cafe. There are two bungalows attached to the large deck that would have been useful if we had stayed longer than just the weekend. The best thing about this place is that there is something for everyone. The Wi-Fi was a hit with my older son, where as the hammocks received my 10 year olds fullest attention! My husband loves to hike and Mtn bike and was able to get a small hike in, but time got the better of us! I personally loved the relaxation of it all! We were even greeted with snow on one of the days! The management was helpful and friendly and I highly recommend this to anyone who wishes to getaway at a great price!
Perfect getaway; we’ll be back
Everything you want in the woods
A short walk away is a lake that even in the winter was fun to explore around, and Snowflake Lodge that has an impressive menu for dinner.
The cabin was immaculate and stocked with all the essentials. We found that having 2 bathrooms was a real plus for our two families.
Owner, Holly, was super responsive and helpful. We will definitely be back this summer!
Winter get away.
Michael B.
Nice cabin, great location with accommodating owners.
Far more than ever expected!
Art G.
This was our first time to Arnold and the cabin was the highlight of our vacation. It was IMMACULATE, roomy and was stocked with everything we needed … including charcoal for the bbq, which my husband appreciated :o). Although it was only the two of us, we had room to stretch out with the use of two full bathrooms, an extra bedroom for all of our belongings, a game room (which we used every day), and an art studio. The cost was actually less expensive than most of the one-bedroom cabins in the area! We enjoyed the fact that the cabin was at the end of a culdesac, located in a nice development and backed up to forrest … it was very quiet and private. It was centrally located and a short driving distance to wineries, excellent restaurants, the grocery store, Big Trees State Park, and only 4o minutes to Alpine Lake. Our favorite restaurant, which is only two minutes from the cabin, is Sarafina’s Italian Kitchen. The food was so good that we ate there two nights in a row! All in all, a great getaway! Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer. We’ll definitely be back!
Perfect cabin!
Chrissy M.
We really enjoyed this cabin. The owners have everything set up perfect for guests. The info. book is very thorough. It’s very spacious for being on the small side. My kids (11, 9 & 6) loved going out to the sheds on the deck that were filled with things for them to do. We will definitely be returning!
Fantastic cabin in a great location
Tim R.
Our family of 5 booked the cabin for a week and could not be happier with our choice. The property is clean and well maintained just as advertised. Lots to do in the area as well. Highly recommended!
Beautiful! Gorgeous view of forest
Anonymous
Awesome cabin! The property backs up to the gorgeous tall pine trees.. huge deck.. so peaceful! The inside was super clean… cozy. Wish we could have stayed longer
- Stayed: Jul 2017
- Source: Airbnb
Amazing!
James E.
I spent two nights in this beautiful and quaint cabin with my two young kids (sea 2 and 5). You cannot beat the location with quick and easy access to Snow Flake Lodge, the towns of Arnold and Murphys, and Big Trees State Park. The cabin was immaculately clean, and the care that Holly and her family clearly puts forth into the property to make it welcoming and accommodating to all guests is really incredible. Small things like games for the kids, reliable internet access, Sonos stereo system, hammocks, an art studio, and a detailed binder with helpful information about the area all illustrates their care for our experience. Truly, my kids and I had a wonderful time, and we hope to visit again very soon and spend even more time there.
Beautiful Setting and Well Equipped
Carey A.
The perfect mountain cabin. Surrounded by trees, quiet and private yet in a neighborhood with great summer amenities for the family. The cabin is exactly how a cabin should be – beautiful wood paneling, cozy and comfortable. Then the deck and separate studio rooms provide space to spread out. Everything was in great condition and the place was well equipped (the homeowners have really thought of everything you could possibly need). It was our first time to the area in the summer, and we LOVED the homeowner association lake and the convenience of a snack bar there.
Great family accomodations
Rachel P.
The cabin was perfect for our family. We have a 5 and 8 year old that loved the oversized Queen over Queen bunk beds (as did I when I ended up having to crawl into bed with 5 year old who ended up waking up in the middle of the night). They loved having the freedom to go play games and draw in the two separate studio buildings, and my husband and I loved the peace and quiet of them having their own separate space. The deck that connects the buildings is perfect and shaded for summer family dinners. There were two hammocks that attached to the deck as well, that were the perfect spot to relax or read. The street is calm and quiet. We hope to be back in the future!
Just like the title says…Very Charming
We very much enjoyed our stay at this cabin. The main cabin felt very roomy and was decorated just as a mountain cabin should be! The additional two spaces for art and playing games were great! We also had a fun time at the common areas, pool and private lakes. The best part of all was the location of the property being at the top of the hill and backing to a serene and silent forest. So peaceful! Thank you so much and we hope to stay again sometime!
Great place. Well mantained
First of all the owner keeps the cabin very clean. No dust anywhere. The kitchen is fully stocked. Anything you might need is there. And as someone who can’t tolerate caffeine I really appreciate great decaf coffee and tea. The owner is very helpful, easy to deal with. We were allowed to check in earlier and check out later for no extra charge. Compare to other places around this cabin is a bargain. Great place. Loved everything about it.
Great family cabin.
The Cabin was great very cozy and warm. We had a great snowball fight in the back yard. There is no cabins behind so we were able to walk around in the National forest behind the cabin. The cabin is well located even in the snow it is 10 minutes to Arnold. The host keep the cabin well stocked with many things Coffee, Tee, Cleaning supplies, games, and I could go on and on. I will definitely try and stay here again. The cabin is really worth the price. I will recommend it to friends and family. Thanks to Our great Hostess.
Awesome place for family bonding
We absolutely loved the cabin. It was just perfect for us. We have 3 kids (aged 7, 6 and 23 months). The cabin has an expansive deck which the kids loved. It backs into the forest and not a street or another home. We could leave all three out on the deck and they were safe. My kids were exploring, playing fairies and elves on the deck and in the forest. At night, we played boggle in the game room. The lake and pool are just 3 minutes away by car. You could walk if you wanted to, although we did not. Holly is an awesome host. She responds to email within hours and has impeccable taste in furnishings. We will definitely be back again and have already recommended this place to our friends.
Cozy Gem of a Cabin
What a great place to stay! This little gem had everything we needed. It is clean, well stocked and the master bedroom bed was very comfortable. Wood for the stove was provided by the owner and quickly took the morning chill off. Though there are cabins nearby, we saw the neighbor only one time and had a wonderful feeling of seclusion at the edge of the forest. The owner, Holly, was friendly, helpful and responsive to any inquiries–a real delight to deal with. We loved the location–close to Big Trees State Park and a short drive to the quaint town of Murphys. Lunch at Alchemy was very good! The big plus for me was the little art studio where I spent quiet time working on my latest painting. What a special treat! Can’t say enough good things about 5 Bears. A terrific find. We’ll be back!
Fabulous Getaway
Thank you so much for a great weekend in the big trees! Five Bears Cabin was the perfect getaway for our family of five. Our three kids, ages 7-10, had plenty of room to spread out, run, jump and play. Hubby and I enjoyed all the creature comforts, including a fully equipped kitchen, comfy bed and a wood burning stove making the cabin especially cozy after a day on the slopes. The cabin is conveniently located close to local attractions, shopping and restaurants but feels worlds away from the hubbub. Two thumbs up!
Lovely Family Cabin!
My family of four really enjoyed staying in this cabin for a long, snowy weekend. As other reviewers have said, the cabin is cozy but not cramped at all. It had enough room for two adults and two energetic kids. The owners have used the space very well, and the cabin reflected the care they have put into it. We have rented a number of other homes, and this one stands out for its lovely detail, cleanliness and comfort.
The property backs to forested hills and feels like it is more remote than it really is. The town of Arnold is just minutes away and easy to access. And the drive to Bear Valley for skiing was gorgeous and easy. I highly recommend this cabin for families or those looking for a fun, relaxing vacation.
Great Cabin, Fun Week!
We loved the cabin and had a great time in all the new snow over Christmas. The owner calls the cabin “cozy,” but it had plenty of room for our family of four, even for a full week. It was also clearly updated recently, and we really appreciated the new extra-comfortable furnishings – much more thoughtfully and tastefully laid out and furnished than other cabins we’ve stayed at. When I opened a drawer and saw a microplane zester, I knew the kitchen would have everything we needed! Skiing at Bear Valley was great and there are plenty of sledding opportunities ever right around the cabin. As city folk, we loved that we were in the woods but on the edge of a vacation community and only a couple of miles from a modern supermarket (don’t miss Las Tres Perlas taco truck!). All in all, a great time. We’ll be back.
Fabulous cabin experience!
What a wonderful retreat up in the beautiful Stanislous county mountains! The cabin is very clean and decorated with beautiful wood pieces. Has the comforts of home with the lovely rustic Woodstove to make the experience complete. We are a family of six and it slept quite comfortable. Our children are all under ten so two of them in the upper queen while mom and baby where on the bottom queen below them. While my hubby and I share the super comfortable queen in the second room. The first day of our adventure we went for a 2 mile hike just up the road in the national forest, then came “home” and did another two miles around the cabin in the surrounding area. Then the next day we drove a short 30 mins up the road to Bear Valley ski area and played in the snow all day and went snowmobiling:) This place is so great for a family trip or a girls retreat or even just a couple getting away for the weekend. We absolutely loved it! Would highly recommend it to friends and family!
Cozy cabin for a beautiful mountain experience
Five Bears Cabin was exactly what we needed for a great weekend in the snow. We’ve also stayed in summertime and it’s even better! We can’t wait to stay again at Five Bears in the summer when we can enjoy the new studios and back deck. The cabin itself is small but perfect for a family of 4. We could have easily brought friends for the kids because the bunks are queen over queen. The amenities are everything you might need, with plentiful pots, pans, dishes, appliances, etc in the kitchen and 2 bathrooms (one with a tub, good for kids). There’s WIFI, and netflix, and music capability. The owners have thought of everything! We highly recommend 5 Bears!
Great Cabin with excellent facilities and location in the lovely town of Arnold
Spent a lovely weekend with Wife and Children (3) aged between 10 and 14. Cabin is very comfortable, rooms are a good size, good size beds for older kids and 2 bathrooms. Living area is well laid out with plenty of room for all to eat, play games or watch TV etc. Cabin is nicely located not too near other cabins and on the edge of the woods. The outside cabins are great for the kids. We went when it had snowed and the cabin was really warm and dry. Deck would be perfect for the summer and I like the fact that the trees are not on top of the cabin so there is lots of light – this will be nice in the Summer. We come to Arnold regularly, in the Winter to ski at Bear Valley (easy 30 mins to slopes) and for the summer as there is so much to do, as well as relax.
Some nice touches compared to other properties we have rented in Arnold, Free Wifi, TV with various Cable options and also Sonos in the cabin. This was really nice for the nights in. Kitchen is easy to use and the wood fire topped it off. Highly recommend this cabin to any families looking in this area.
Relaxing Getaway!
We had a fantastic weekend sleeping in the middle of huge redwood trees! The cabin is cozy and provides a great space to hang out with your family friends after a long day of hiking, swimming, skiing, etc… There were other homes around the cabin, but it’s a quiet and private spot. The large deck outside provides a nice space for a fun BBQ. There’s a local brewing in town you should visit. Interesting local beers and a nice combo of locals and tourists. There’s also fantastic hiking for the family at a near by state park: Big Tree State park about a 10 minute drive east from the cabin on HWY4. The town of Murphy’s which is about a 25 minute drive west on HWY 4 has a variety of fun local vineyards, restaurants, boutiques in a gold rush setting. Overall this is a great weekend getaway!!!
Diane C
Myself and two friends spent a couple days in Arnold staying at Five Bears cabin in Blue Lake Springs. We enjoyed time spent in Murphy’s and visiting Ironstone Vineyards. The historic gold country setting was beautiful this time of year. Certainly one of the highlights of our trip was the peaceful, comfortable, completely equipped cabin recently renovated by the owners. If you are looking for a quiet cozy getaway I wholeheartedly recommend Five Bears cabin.
5 Bear Cabin is 5 stars
My family and I came for a weekend and felt like a week. The endless amount of amenities and walk to fun had us entertained non-stop. The cabin is tucked into a dense spot of woods semi close to town, but with that “I’m in the middle of nowhere” feel that has you anticipating the stars…and what a show. The stars feel right on top of you. The cabins rooms have cozy queen beds (Queen bunk beds!!) and a closet full of extra pillows. 2 bathrooms (perfect for the 5 of us) and a roomy kitchen that you could talk with the family at the extra large dining room table. The detached game room and art room are pure genius. You can have multiple projects going on and not feel like there is just clutter everywhere. The game room is loaded floor to ceiling with games of all kinds and for all ages. The art room has stuff for the kids to have at their own projects. The owners really went out of their way to keep the old cabin feel with an upgraded look. Also a plus, can walk to the lake, good grocery store not to far, and there is a brewery like a mile down the road. Awesome! I will defiantly stay at this cabin again if it ever has another opening!