Arnold, California
Dog Woods

About Dog Woods
Come enjoy the fresh air and quiet at this relaxing and serene 3bd/1.5 bath 1968 groovy A-frame cabin. Great WIFI! Located on 1.5 wooded acres, the backyard is the Calaveras Big Trees State Park. The cabin has a huge redwood deck surrounded by blooming Dogwoods during the springtime. Our year-round Moran Creek runs on the edge of the property. IAll wood inside: tongue-in-groove pine ceilings and walnut paneling, large wood-burning stove which has three flat places to cook. We offer a fully stocked kitchen with vintage pink and white formica counters and breakfast bar which seats four. Gas barbecue on the back deck. Dining on black resin-topped circular table made by designer of first chair-lift in Squaw Valley. Gigantic redwood wrap-around deck set up with comfy furniture, table and chairs to enjoy the bliss of Big Trees-Calaveras State Park. On the main floor there are two bedrooms: both with queen beds, a full bath with large bathtub/shower; in loft: one queen and one twin, and a 1/2 bath. Extra airbeds are located in the closet. Sofa is down filled. Retro decor with orange glass lamps, kilim rugs and down comforters on all beds. Vintage electric keyboard and full stereo system. Can sleep 7-8. You can enjoy weekend dinners at Snowflake lodge or make use of the full kitchen or gas barbecue at the cabin. 35" to Bear Valley Ski Area, downhill or cross country, Lake Alpine in Summer. 20" to wine tasting in 1850's historic Murphys. So much to do or not! Overlook Trail is 1/2 mile from the cabin. Cabin has access to Snowflake Lodge (weekend dinners), Recreation area (swimming, tennis, basketball, ping-pong, beach volleyball) and Fly-In Lake for lake-swimming.
Accommodations on the property
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Location
Arnold, California
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Dog Woods
Synthesized from 34 review mentions across 6 aspects.
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Setting & Nature
“Dogwood Cabin offers a cozy and nostalgic escape amidst the woods, with its retro charm and a location that's both serene and convenient for exploring nature. Many guests appreciat…”
11 mentions
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Comfort & Sleep
“The cabin was a great size for our family of six”
9 mentions
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Host & Communication
“Robin, the host of Dog Woods Cabin, is consistently praised for being accommodating and responsive, providing clear directions and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests have appreciated t…”
4 mentions
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Pet-Friendly
“Our dog had the time of his life exploring”
4 mentions
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Amenities
“supplied with everything one could need, including wood”
4 mentions
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Cleanliness
“there was an issue with cleanliness/clutter”
2 mentions
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Recent reviews
[hipcamp aggregate summary]
Awesome cabin in an awesome location. Very quiet and serene. Would stay again.
Everything is great except the WiFi. You can’t have more than devices use it at the same time.
Such a fun cozy spot, we had a great time here! The cabin is well stocked and comfortable. Nice that it is dog friendly.
This cabin is even better in person. Cool retro funky vibe, quiet and private, perfectly appointed, and fantastic location. Can’t wait to go back in the summer!
Robin is an excellent host - clear directions on how to respect the space, more than accommodating to us while we were dealing with poor weather. Beautiful cabin, very private and tranquil. Highly recommend.
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