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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10193 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Karock Lodge - w/ Wood Stove!
This beautiful 5 bedroom, 2 bath chalet is located in a quiet area of Big Trees Village within walking distance to Big Trees State Park. This mountain home sleeps 8-10 comfortably. (5 bedrooms, 2 baths).
Main source of heat is wood and the woodstove will keep you warm downstairs and up on those chilly winter nights! There is plenty of firewood for guest use. There are electric heaters in main floor bedrooms.
2-night minimum stay/3-Night Minimum during Holiday Periods/4-night minimum during Christmas & New Years. Updated kitchen, open floor plan with a large loft.
Snuggle up in the great room on the wraparound leather couch in front of the woodstove and 40" TV with Comcast cable. This home also offers Netflix and Amazon online for guest viewing. The picnic style dining table seats 8-10. Kitchen bar has 4 stools. There are three bedrooms on the main floor (1 king, 1 queen, and 1 double bed). The open loft has an air hockey/ping pong table, sofas for lounging, 28" TV with Comcast cable. The two upstairs bedrooms each offer 1 queen bed.
The large partially covered front deck is ideal for BBQing on the propane BBQ, visiting and enjoying the trees. The hot tub is NOT Currently available for guest use. More fun awaits outside in the large open yard with a tire swing and a basketball hoop for kids! Horseshoes and badminton set available for guests.
Karock Cabin is perfect winter or summer for a large family or a group of friends. There is level parking at the top of the drive and the garage is available for guest use.
Access Information: You will receive check-in instructions, including your access code for entry, 2-4 days prior to your scheduled arrival date. Please be sure to check your junk/spam email, as sometimes these instructions end up there.
Pet Policy: This cabin is not pet friendly - If a pet is brought to a non-pet friendly cabin, there will be a $1,000 fee charged to card on file.
Audio/visual cameras are on site (exterior only).
Tenant must be at least 25 years old to rent.
Communication: Property management will contact tenant by their preferred method of communication (personal email, text, etc.) to send a required rental agreement, check-in instructions, etc.
Payment (where applicable): A 2% surcharge (of the total transaction amount) will be added to your transaction charges when your credit card is charged. Upon booking, $300, plus the c/c fee, is due immediately and is charged to the credit card on file. The balance is due 30 days prior to arrival (if you are booking a stay that is sooner than 30 days from the booking date, the full amount is due immediately & will be charged to your card on file). We will accept payment by check for the final payment, as long as your arrival date is further out than 45 days. If you wish to pay by check, please email our office immediately to advise us NOT to charge your card on file for the final payment. Please note that if your check is not received by the 30 day mark, your credit card on file will be charged, regardless of previous arrangement. All payments are due in full 30 days prior to your arrival.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Netflix
Streaming services
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In the mountains
Things to do
Foosball table
Table tennis
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Spelunking 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)
General
Unit size: 2,076 square feet
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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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
Located in Arnold, this cabin is in the mountains. Whale Rock and Balancing Rock are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Chatom Winery. Leland Meadows and Twain Harte Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Arnold travel guide
How much is parking at Karock Lodge - w/ Wood Stove!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Karock Lodge - w/ Wood Stove!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Karock Lodge - w/ Wood Stove!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Karock Lodge - w/ Wood Stove! located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Calaveras Big Trees State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Arnold Rim Trail and Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course. Sierra Nevada Logging Museum and White Pines Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Karock Lodge - w/ Wood Stove! Reviews
Reviews
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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.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoy this great and spacious cabin
abraham g.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Modesto, CA
18 Feb 2025
Perfect for our need
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Cabin was perfect. It is close to our cabin. We have a big family gathering every President's day and family has grown too larger for our cabin. This works well for sleeping and getting little ones naps/to bed away from all the activity.
A guest from Modesto, CA
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rachel G.
5 Aug 2024
Great stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great experience. It was our first time visiting thr big trees area. There were a lot of things to do that we didn't get to do. The property fit our needs and had everything we needed. The prior communication was great as far as what to expect. There were a lot of family activities at the property itself that we enjoyed. The beds were comfortable and everything was provided, linnens, blankets and pillows. The bathrooms were clean and we had plenty of towels and tp, tissues etc. The kitchen was stocked with all the basics and had plastic bags and foil, basic spices and some cooking oil. The cons for us was there is no air conditioning. It got a bit uncomfortable.The house itself was clean, but could use a deep clean. I noticed a few places that could use some attention window sill in the upstairs bathroom had some dead bugs, cobwebs and spiders, baseboards were dusty, window screens were dirty. Everything else was great as far as cleanliness. There was a lot of sap on the deck and grounds. There was sap on the steps it seems like the property could use some tree work.Our family thought that the main couch was not very comfortable. And some of the games needed some attention. The air hocky table needs a new puck and the table itself has a piece of paneling that needs to be glued down. The ping pong net had a piece broken off and wasn't easy to clamp on and could be replaced. It worked well enough and we still had fun with it. We knew the hot tub was out of service before we arrived but it would have been nice to have. All in all we had a really fun time. This was a great property. I would return but maybe when the weather was cooler we were there in August and the temps were in the 90s it would be fine if it was even in the 80s
Rachel G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn C.
4 Aug 2024
Karock Cabin
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We all had a great time but wish it was a little cooler
Carolyn C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Modesto, CA
21 Feb 2024
Nice property
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We use it as an overflow sleeping quarters from our cabin for a big family get together. It is perfect.
A guest from Modesto, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karla R.
28 Dec 2023
5 stars ⭐️
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a very comfortable time. The house is designed for a family atmosphere. Very good attention from the managers.
Great location, clean, and a pleasure to stay at. We got to experience the snow were well prepared for power outages that are fact of life in the Sierras.
Would love to stay again!
Adrein S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Modesto, CA
17 Feb 2026
Nice place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Good communication. Clean. Easy to work with. We try to rent it every President's Day weekend and it has always worked well for us.
We were gathered for a memorial and the house was a great home away from home.We we're happy with the experience and will use your agency again when we visit again
The property is in very good condition. It is a clean, spacious house with plenty of bedrooms. The kitchen is also spacious, and all kitchen equipment is well maintained and in a good condition.The host responds to questions quickly.The dining table is very large: six people can play a game of Catan on one half while four others can comfortably have dinner on the other half. There were also several spare chairs stored in one of the bedrooms.We really enjoyed our stay.
Great property with plenty of room. The kitchen was perfect for our family get together to eat, play games and enjoy each other. Located close to Bear Valley perfect for a snow trip with the kids.
Great location good for a family getaway relaxing time
Overall it was ok
The hot tub was not available! Which was a boomer for
Us we love to relax after a good walk! Great walking trails near by. There’s lots of spiders
The house was perfect for our party (five adults, seven kids) and we loved our weekend in the big trees. Highly recommend going higher to Utica Reservoir to anyone looking for some fun on the water.
We enjoyed our stay at the Karock Cabin. Everything was just as listed. Nice big dinner table to enjoy meals and much conversation together. Great wood burning stove with plenty of wood provided. Can't wait to someday return!
Friends and family had a nice time. It was very close to the Calaveras Big Tree State Park. Spacious enough for 10 people. The property managers were very prompt with communication. Thanks again.
Gina N.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Scot S.
23 Jan 2020
Winter weekend in the snow
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Arrived with 12 inches of snow coming down. Cozy but large cabin, nicely fit our 7 adults and 3 kids for 4 nights. Quarter mile walk to access trail into Big Trees and nice spots for sledding. Hot tub an added plus on the covered patio.
Loved our stay and would recommend it to anyone looking for a proper cabin in the forest. Stayed in the summer and it was hot, and looking forward to possibly coming back during snow season. Note that pillows weren't provided due to covid. I didn't find out until an email came after I had already left home and was staying at a different property. We had to buy 8 pillows and stuff them into our already packed cars. Minor thing but worth planning ahead for.
Michael T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Modesto, CA
24 Feb 2023
Great
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Worked for what we needed.
A guest from Modesto, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dana H.
19 Oct 2022
Great cabin for 10 people
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time! Wonderful cabin. Clean. Fun and comfortable for the whole family. We had four adults and children ages 2 to 10. It was close to the lake, and close to the sequoias.
Dana H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patti B.
17 May 2022
Karock Cabin August 2020
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was a perfect home for this trip. There were 5 of us, all us us were able to haveseparate rooms which was nice. The home was clean and well outfitted. The hot tub was very nice.The only complaint was none of the beds had sheets on them on arrival. That bothered a few of the ladies in our group. They requested the sheets be removed and folded at the foot of each bed. Over all experience 5***