Escape to The Davis Classic, nestled in the serene mountain setting. Gather around the gas fireplace while dinner cooks and enjoy nearby activities like exploring giant Sequoias at Calaveras Big Tree State Park or driving to Ski areas. With plenty of appliances and amenities, this home welcomes all family members - including dogs.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire cabin
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6116 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Dog-friendly mountain cabin with gas fireplace near skiing
The Davis Classic
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A memory-making mountain vacation is waiting for you at Davis Cabin! Offering all the appliances and amenities you're accustomed to, this home welcomes all family members - including dogs, for a small fee. Relax by the gas fireplace while dinner cooks. While you may not want to leave the peace and tranquility of this mountain setting, you'll find plenty of nearby activities. Explore giant Sequoias at Calaveras Big Tree State Park, or drive to nearby Ski areas. There are many restaurants just a 10-minute drive west. Find any meal of the day, as well as breweries and wine tastings.
THINGS TO KNOW There are stairs to the front door. Cell phone reception is very spotty in this area - plan accordingly. The Blue Lake Springs HOA has closed off all amenities to guests (residents only) due to local restrictions and regulations.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Important information
You need to know
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Arnold, this cabin is in the city centre and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Calaveras South Grove Nature Preserve, while Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and Murphys Creek Theatre are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Arnold travel guide
Is Dog-friendly mountain cabin with gas fireplace near skiing pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Dog-friendly mountain cabin with gas fireplace near skiing?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog-friendly mountain cabin with gas fireplace near skiing?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog-friendly mountain cabin with gas fireplace near skiing?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog-friendly mountain cabin with gas fireplace near skiing located?
Located in the heart of Arnold, this cabin is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Arnold Rim Trail. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and White Pines Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Dog-friendly mountain cabin with gas fireplace near skiing Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We needed a place to get away and recharge. We loved the quiet and sitting on the porch with only the view of the trees. It was also close to Calaveras State Park which we had enjoyed in the past. It had everything we needed for a pleasant stay. It was also very clean.
Donna Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Raj V.
21 Aug 2024
Beautiful cabin, but pricy and not flexible with timings.
Loved the location, furniture and art.
Check in/out times are not worth the money just for a overnight stay at all.
Raj V.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Olivia L.
14 Mar 2024
Good for the price
Overall great stay! Price was great. The furniture and dishwasher could use some updating but the place was clean and had everything we needed. Bed was very comfortable.
Olivia L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joslyn W.
10 July 2024
Gorgeous, quaint and peaceful get away!
My husband and I really needed a place to recharge during our road trip, and this old-style cabin/home had everything we needed. Books, games, a record player, a bath tub, comfortable furniture, wildlife and more. It was exactly what we were hoping for. Thank you for such a peaceful and relaxing stay!
It had everything needed for a weekend getaway. Plenty of space for my dog, lots of games, and a bluetooth speaker. It was also very clean and quiet, located at the end of a cul-de-sac. The patio looks out into the trees unobstructed. I look forward to visiting again.
Over all very well stay , everything is clean and very very good , we had a good stay..
Raja G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marie E.
3 Dec 2022
Cozy cabin perfect for Thanksgiving!!
We had a wonderful stay at the Davis Classic over Thanksgiving. The cabin was warm, sunny, and extremely clean. We loved how well-resourced the kitchen was, especially since we cooked a big Thanksgiving meal. Our only comment for improvement is that the shower/sinks did not get very hot, which made it difficult to take showers. Overall, we loved our stay and hope to come back one day.
Not long enough. Greeting box should be on counter not in bay window. We had to call to find sponge & laundry soap which took over 14 hrs to get back to us. No instructions how to lock front door. Left sliding door unlocked.
Becky M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
heather g.
1 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
No heat in cabin
I spent 45% of my stay in a cabin with no heat. I had to cancel my plans while waiting for a solution to solve the problem. I spent 2-3 hours on hold over the first day (multiple calls) trying to get this issue resolved. Since then, there's been no response or support from either Vacasa or VRBO to provide a credit or even get back to me regarding their plan for support.
Myself, husband, and kids stayed for 4 days in the heat of summer. There's no ac (we knew that already when we booked) so it works fine if you plan on being out enjoying the lakes during the day, which we did. I'd suggest having 1 or 2 more fans available for air flow. It was already pretty uncomfortably warm inside by 9am and another fan would make sleeping more comfortable.
My only real complaint would be pet hair on all the furniture. We didn't feel comfortable sitting on the sofa or widow seat because of so much pet hair.
My youngest daughter really loved all the decorative items around, especially the old fashioned phone. She declared it must be a grandma's house because it reminds her of her grandma and grandma's love cats. Lol!
Overall, it was simple, cute, and I would stay here again.
We had a lot of fun getting away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. I recommend this rental to anyone looking to destress and take some time to slow things down. Bonus points for the record collection!
Location is a bit secluded which was nice. Perfect size for our family of 4. The 3 star review is more about Vacasa then the cabin itself. The house was not well stocked - only 1 wine glasse, no dish towels or cooking oil. It seems this is the norm for Vacasa so I will just come better prepared if booking through them again.
Also, on our 2nd night, there was beeping noise coming from the attic all night which made it difficult to sleep. I called Vacasa and they said they would send someone out and never did. The 3rd night I ended up sleeping downstairs to get some shuteye and shared a queen bed with my two teens. Very squished. Ha!
That said, for the price it was a decent stay.
Raquel T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tammy S.
13 Feb 2022
What to bring:
Davis cabin is very comfortable and laid out very nicely. I would stay here again now that I ‘know’ the house and I know what to bring.
The beds are comfortable, and it’s nice to have two bathrooms. The kitchen is packed with every pot and pan and utensil you would need. Here’s a list of things you would need to bring and know about the property:
1. Bring your own coffee filters.
2. Bring your own dish towels.
3. Bring your own salt and pepper.
4. Bring your own foil and plastic wrap if you think you’ll need it.
5. Don’t expect to watch TV.
6. Bring earplugs if it is windy because of the squeaky whirlybirds.
7. Don’t plan on watching TV. There are six remotes and we couldn’t get any of them to work. One did turn on the TV but we could not find any channels or apps. There are no instructions how to use the TV. There are a ton of games if you need some family time.
8. The thermostat for the gas fireplace does not work. The instructions say the only way to use the fireplace is through the thermostat. There is a switch on the back of the gas fireplace that you will need to turn on and off. After one hour we switched it off and the house stayed warm until the next morning.
If you hear a squeaking noise off and on, it is the whirlybirds on the roof. If you are a light sleeper, you may not want to take the upper bedroom.
We heard some leave crunching outside our window one evening and looked out to see some deer feeding just below. This area is very quiet and very peaceful and I would recommend it to friends and family.
Property was great BUT having several feet of snow with no shovel was a most difficult exit. Tried to "check-out" but NO ONE answered any cell phone calls and the cabin internet was "Down" as well as AT&T
Also someone should have mentioned that there was over three dozen steps to enter the cabin level
Peter A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lisa R.
4 Dec 2021
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
My Davis cabin stay get away
I loved the getaway cabin here a few things I would of liked better couch was stained the pillows were fried both were in dire need of replacement. The kitchen needed some cupboards that were empty and available for the quest groceries. The shower faucet head desperately needed to be replaced so when turned on and then entering won’t shoot right in your face and all over the floor. Showerneeds a shelf to put shampoo and soap on. The shower felt slippery to me. Slip proof decals would be a really good idea! Great cabin! It was nice to get away. The phone reception was concerning to me....
Lisa R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Henrietta D.
13 Oct 2021
RELAXING
This cabin was very clean. It needs a few more kitchen towels, but other than that everything you need was there.
We really enjoyed taking our two dogs with us. It is difficult to find a pet friendly property. There is even a little pet potty area.
Our visit was greatly enjoyed. BTW the WIFI was amazing. My 13 year old daughter was able to attend all of her online school classes.
Cabin was in a great location to get to all that Arnold, Murphys, and Angels Camp have to offer. Plenty of space for a group of 4-6.
Sandra D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Ryan T.
26 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Dirty and Broken
Upon arrival the location seemed nice and its was easy checking in. It even looked liked nice at first glance. I knew there was no AC and the place was really hot and stuffy. We opened the place up but it didn’t cool down well and it was a miserable nights sleep. The screen For the back door was broken, the windows and screens dirty, the fans were filthy dirty and we had to clean them. Though there were a lot of fun things about the home they were all broken! Tons of records but the record player speaker was shot. Tons of VHS videos, but the VHS player didn’t work well and couldn’t eject the cassette. The sheets on the bed were stained and we ended up washing them. We felt the need to wash everything before using it in the kitchen as well. Wouldn’t stay there or recommend it. Had an awful experience with Vacassa before and didn’t notice that they were the company overseeing it. Would love my money back but I’m sure they would not honor that. Would have been cleaner, cooler, and more comfortable camping (which we should have done looking back).
The property is at the end of a cul-de-sac, which means it was very quiet and secluded. It fit our small family well and we enjoyed our time there. But if your going with more people (like 2 couples) , there may be some issues. There is only 1 shower, which was a little small. The upstairs bed is in a loft, so privacy is limited. The blow dryer didn't work. Also the cabin is not close to the highway and phone reception was limited. So make sure you have directions to get there that doesn't rely on internet, or you can get lost in the inside streets (lots of winding roads) . Otherwise, the cabin was as described and clean.
We had a wonderful stay! The cabin is full of games, DVDs and puzzles. Great location for winter activities - sledding, hiking, snowshoeing, down hill and cross country skiing.
Very nice property. My only dislike is there are a lot of steps, and some are uneven, to get from parking at street level to the unit. Also the lighting could be brighter along the entirety of the steps.