Big Dog Retreat in Arnold, CA

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Big Dog Retreat in Arnold, CA Welcome to our family cabin located in the Blue Lake Springs neighborhood in the town of Arnold! Our cabin is a place where families and their dogs can relax.

We love this beauty of this area and wanted to share our cabin with guests when we aren't staying here. We strive to create and maintain a clean, comfortable environment for others to enjoy this beautiful area. It's an easy stroll to Fly-In Lake from this 3 bedroom (3rd BR in Loft), 3 bath plus loft. With a wall of windows to let the outdoors in, you can enjoy all 4 seasons from the comfort of the

large great room. The central forced air heat and a wood stove will keep you cozy in winter months; and AC will cool you down in the summer months. Enjoy coffee? Grind your beans and brew a pot. You want decaf and someone else wants full strength? No worries, we've also have Keurig here. Bring your own K-Cups tho'

The extra large gated deck lends itself well to a big BBQ bash, a glass of wine or for just lounging around and soaking up those rays! Enjoy the outdoors with a game of horseshoes or retire to the loft for a rousing game of billiards, poker or family game night! Even parking is laid back at Big Dog retreat; the lot is level! Big Dog Retreat Entertainment Indoors include:
High-Speed Cable Internet with WiFi
Two flat panel TV’s and two blu-ray dvd players. The Family room has a 50" Flat Panel HDTV with Blu-ray DVD. The loft has a 32" Flat screen TV with blu ray dvd player. There are also an assortment of DVD's for your use
Telephone service with local and long distance calling anywhere in the US. Stereo & CD Player with as assortment of CD's

Upstairs you will find a Pool table along with a docking station/clock radio so you can listen to your music (You supply the USB cable). Plus board games, chips and cards, a PS2 and small honor library that includes adult and children books. Sleeps 8-10 Pet Friendly, No Smoking. Attractions:
The Snowflake Lodge recreation facilities are available from Memorial Day through Labor Day (guest fees apply). The recreation facilities include the Snowflake Lodge Restaurant, a large heated pool and kiddie pool, snack bar, playground two private lakes as well as tennis, volleyball, Ping-Pong, basketball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, bocce ball, Frisbee golf and outdoor movies on summer evenings. Blue Lake Springs Recreation Facilities Guest Fees (2014):
Individual - $8 daily, $45 weekly
Family - $25 daily, $125 weekly

Arnold is centrally located on the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway for easy access to skiing, snowboarding and sledding in the winter. We are located near Bear Valley Ski Resort, which is a fabulous less crowded alternative to the Tahoe resorts, and a much easier drive. For the adventurous there are many outdoor activities to enjoy including hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, fishing, horseback riding, and much more. See huge sequoia redwoods at Big Trees State Park or visit Moaning Caverns to explore underground caves, try a thrilling zip line or go panning for gold. Boasting one of the 'Top 10 Coolest Small Towns in America' as your neighbor, drive a short distance to Murphy's and experience many charming shops, fabulous restaurants and 23 wine tasting rooms along with many unique annual festivals. What to Bring:
Guests will need to bring sheets and bath towels. All beds have pillows, blankets and comforters
Meals not included

30/09/2019

Cougar Alert!

Please don't feed the wildlife. Bears are not relocated but destroyed.
16/06/2019

Please don't feed the wildlife.
Bears are not relocated but destroyed.

A young black bear was shot and killed by Oregon officials after becoming so habituated to humans that people reportedly took selfies with it.

15/06/2019

We had a cancellation so between now and June 23 and save 5% on your base rate! Gorgeous day along

Beautiful Lake Alpine. Snow and sunshine, aren't the Sierra's amazing!Come visit soon
15/06/2019

Beautiful Lake Alpine.
Snow and sunshine, aren't the Sierra's amazing!

Come visit soon

Stop in Murphys and stay in Arnold. We have availability.
14/06/2019

Stop in Murphys and stay in Arnold.
We have availability.

Highway 49 has brilliant spring wildflowers, green, green hills, and a burgeoning crop of restaurants and wineries

Be a and Running an special on Airbnb for June stays.
06/06/2019

Be a and Running an special on Airbnb for June stays.

24/05/2019

9:30 pm - night time stroll

Well this is interesting...Live Snow in May
19/05/2019

Well this is interesting...
Live Snow in May

Last minute booking special - weekend before Memorial Weekend. $199 a nightFollow link to book now! https://www.houfy....
13/05/2019

Last minute booking special - weekend before Memorial Weekend. $199 a night
Follow link to book now! https://www.houfy.com/lodging/big-dog-retreat/4857

Vacation Home in Arnold. Welcome to Big Dog Retreat in located in the Blue Lake Springs neighborhood in the town of Arnold! We love the beauty of this area and wanted to share our cabin with guests when w...

Music and Taco Tuesday!
14/04/2019

Music and Taco Tuesday!

Check out the concert series coming this Summer Season!! We have an awesome line-up for Taco Tuesdays starting 5/7 and Summer Weekend Concerts starting 5/25!

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Spring skiing!
11/04/2019

Spring skiing!

Bear Valley is a friendly and relaxing High Sierra escape located in the beautiful Central Sierra Mountains. Nestled off Scenic Highway 4, in the spectacular Stanislaus Forest, this year-round destination offers activities from relaxation to extreme adventure in every season.

10/03/2019

big fluffy . Enjoying in

Good Morning Sunshine!
09/03/2019

Good Morning Sunshine!

View from front door. Still
28/02/2019

View from front door. Still

Be safe if you come up. Check weather conditions and bring chains
17/02/2019

Be safe if you come up. Check weather conditions and bring chains

6” of new overnight 11” in 24hrs and a current storm total of 49”

Day Two deck shoveling! Working those muscles!! @ Blue Lake Springs, California
11/02/2019

Day Two deck shoveling! Working those muscles!! @ Blue Lake Springs, California

More snow ❄️❄️❄️ over night. This after I shoveled the deck yesterday! @ Blue Lake Springs, Californ...
10/02/2019

More snow ❄️❄️❄️ over night. This after I shoveled the deck yesterday! @ Blue Lake Springs, California

09/02/2019

Let it snow❄️

09/02/2019

More white stuff coming
❄️❄️❄️

Time to shovel off the deck!

Got Snow❄️❄️❄️?Drive safe
09/02/2019

Got Snow❄️❄️❄️?

Drive safe

Good information. Deer move fastDrive safely
02/02/2019

Good information. Deer move fast
Drive safely

Encountering deer or other wildlife while driving on our local roads and highways can be a frightening -- and even dangerous -- experience. We're happy to provide the following tips to help keep drivers AND critters safe.

• Slow down. Avoid collisions with wildlife by slowing down and observing the speed limit. This gives you more time to brake if an animal darts in your path.
• Use your eyes. Don’t rely solely on hood whistles and other devices to scare away deer. At night, look for glowing eyes of animals in the distance.
• Be on your highest alert at dusk and dawn. This is when many animals are most active. Deer are most active between 6 and 9 p.m.
• Use your brights. Don’t be afraid to use your high-beams, as they will increase your visibility. Be courteous and turn them off for oncoming cars.
• Where there’s one, there’s more. Deer travel in herds. If you spot one, another is likely right behind.
• Wear your seat belt. This might seem like a no-brainer, but it’s worth repeating. Severe injuries caused by deer/vehicle collisions can often be avoided by wearing your seat belt.

24/12/2018
Taste in Murphys, then retreat to Arnold and enjoy the beauty of our Big Trees
06/12/2018

Taste in Murphys, then retreat to Arnold and enjoy the beauty of our Big Trees

Feeling foxy?

Take it from Michael Schuur, you don't have to be a reality TV celebrity or Stranded With A Million Dollars to feel the holiday spirit in Calaveras County 😍

So what are you waiting for? Ditch the strip mall maze and come explore the magic of the Sierras in one of our nearby Holiday Open House events this weekend.

FEATURING
🎄Murphys Holiday Open House: Friday December 7th 5PM-8PM
🎄Murphys Festival of Wines: Friday December 7th at 5pm-8PM, Saturday December 8th 11AM - 5PM and Sun Dec. 9th 11AM - 5PM
🎄Mokelumne Hill Holiday Open House (and holiday fun): Sunday December 9th 1PM - 6:30PM
🎁And more! Details at: https://www.gocalaveras.com/enjoy-holiday-magic-in-calaveras/



Image: Michael Schuur at Ironstone Vineyards gorgeous grounds. Courtesy of Michael's official Instagram account .

Waking up to this view from the deck.
02/12/2018

Waking up to this view from the deck.

Snow! ❄️❄️❄️. Come to Stay in Make ☃️, Go ⛷ Taste 🍷 @ Arnold, California
02/12/2018

Snow! ❄️❄️❄️. Come to Stay in Make ☃️, Go ⛷ Taste 🍷 @ Arnold, California

Snow! ❄️❄️❄️
02/12/2018

Snow! ❄️❄️❄️

26/11/2018

A beautiful day for 2018 Dia de Los Mu***os in Murphys; many talented people

Save the date for 2019!Great day, so many talented people all in beautiful Murphys.
10/11/2018

Save the date for 2019!
Great day, so many talented people all in beautiful Murphys.

Dia de Los Mu***os 2018 in Murphys was a great success!
We enjoyed hosting so many people in our little town and loved seeing the participation of all the small local businesses. Seeing all the families who came to town to celebrate their loved ones is why we do this every year.

Hosting so many people successfully in our small community couldn't happen without a few dedicated people that care for this town.

We would like to specially thank Michelle Plotnik, Sue Dellett Friedman, Nanette Tanner, Catherine Carnahan, Frank Sanchez & Mary Lou Schuster and everyone who dedicated so much time to making it all happen. The full list is too big to thank everyone without whom we couldn't have pulled it all together.

Looking forward to next year, our 10th anniversary! November 2nd, 2019

Picture Credit: David Gonzales

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9:30 pm - night time stroll

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Next round of snow begins! Time to read a book with some hot chocolate in front of the wood stove ❄️❄️❄️❄️

Rain. One step closer to snow. ❄️

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