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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71632 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Fireplace
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  • Washer
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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  • Outdoor Space
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Cold Springs, CA
  • Popular LocationDodge Ridge5 min drive
  • Popular LocationPinecrest Lake8 min drive
  • Popular LocationDodge Ridge Ski Resort16 min drive
  • AirportStockton, CA (SCK-Stockton Municipal)110 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Long Barn

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Stanislaus National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Dodge Ridge with a stay here. Stoddard Spring and Columns of the Giants are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Stanislaus National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Dodge Ridge - 5 min drive
  • Pinecrest Lake - 8 min drive
  • Dodge Ridge Ski Resort - 16 min drive
  • Black Oak Casino - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Serene Bean - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mia's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Steam Donkey Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!

Come get away to this beautiful cabin in the trees! Spectacular views plus space enough for two families. Ski, snowboard, sled, ice skate, fish, hike, swim, mountain bike, visit historic towns, or simply relax. Enjoy your cup of coffee on the wrap-around deck and gaze across the gorge at the majestic Dodge Ridge mountainside. The humming birds may join you. At night, sip some wine while you check out the Milky Way and the millions of sparkling stars.

This gorgeous cabin is located in the pristine Sierra Foothills. Driving time is 2.5 hours from East Bay, 1.5 hours from the Central Valley. Perfectly located 15 minutes from Twain Harte, 9 minutes to Pinecrest Lake and Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. Yosemite is 1.5 hours.

Come experience the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. In the winter, watch fresh snow falling from the warm home with glorious views. There is so much here to explore and appreciate.

WINTER GUESTS:
The cabin has many comforts, but it should not be considered a luxury stay. Cold Springs in winter has harsh weather. In December 2021 there were two PG&E power outages lasting over 24 hours and it snowed over 12 feet over two weeks. In serious snow, trees can fall, cars can get in accidents, which can lead to freeways being closed and county roads being impassable. It is normal for it to take hours or even a day before the county roads get plowed after a snow storm.

What We Provide (and Don't Provide) in Winter
We hire a snow plow service to keep the driveway clear so that there is space for two vehicles. (A third vehicle will have a difficult time finding a place to park in snow. We don't recommend it.) We have a nice covered walkway from the driveway to the front door (read: Not much shoveling to get from the car to the door). We provide plenty of firewood, a limited supply of kindling, firestarters, matches. We have an amazing wood stove that heats up the whole house plus space heaters in case rooms get chilly. We also provide an excellent powerful wall heater should you need it.

We provide an emergency generator and multiple back-up propane tanks for fuel. The generator will power lights, refrigerator, wifi, and maybe one stove burner. We provide rock salt for de-icing stairs. We provide snow shovels. The rest is up to you.

Tasks Winter Guests Should be Prepared to Do
- Dig out own vehicles in the event of snow during your stay.
- Shovel a short walkway.
- De-ice steps by sprinkling rock salt.
- Be prepared for power outages. Bring flashlights. In the event of a power outage, guests should either be willing to go without electricity (and internet) or be willing and able to roll a 90 lb generator outdoors, hook it to a propane tank, and start the generator with the push-button. (Instructions are provided.)
- Know how to light and operate a wood stove, including how to use a damper. The wood stove is the preferred source of heat for the cabin.
- Carry chains (even for 4WD and AWD vehicles, it's the law when snowing) and know when, where, and how to install them.
- Know how to reset a circuit breaker and a GFCI outlet.

We will accept cancelations and issue refunds due to closed roads and power outages BEFORE check-in.

SUMMER GUESTS:
Summers can get hot. This cabin, like many up here, does not have AC. But don’t worry. It cools down at night and we have ceiling fans and box fans.

THE SPACE
You have got to see the gigantic master suite upstairs with the balcony mountain view—gorgeous! All bedrooms have black-out/room darkening shades or curtains. Perfect for sleeping-in.

The Main Floor has an open floor plan so that everyone is included. Two bedrooms on Main Floor. Main Floor also has Living Room, wood stove, Kitchen, and Bathroom. Large Deck with both gas and charcoal grills.

Hate hauling things up flights of stairs? Just 2-3 steps from driveway to main floor of cabin.

**Wifi**
Wifi is fast but the connection is intermittent. Email, streaming (e.g. Netflix, Spotify), and wifi texting work fine. Zoom meetings and wifi phone calls do not work well.

Wifi Hotspots
Need to attend a Zoom meeting over wifi? There are two good places for free wifi: Zoe Coffee House in Mi Wuk Village, open 8 am to 3 pm. https://www.zoecoffeehouse.com/ And the the Mi Wuk Wash & Dry laundromat https://goo.gl/maps/sVeLcgzfeLLnbuPJ7 open 6 am to 8 pm.

Puzzles and board games abound. If you crave media, the upstairs nook has a flat screen TV with a selection of DVDs.

Bad back? The upstairs Master Suite has memory foam, which feels both firm and soft at the same time. Downstairs room with California King is a usual mattress, but guests have had zero complaints.

Property manager

Jose Luis Caceres

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,632 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 923

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Long Barn
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Long Barn

Frequently asked questions

Does 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi (9-min drive) from Pinecrest Dog Beach.

Does 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! to downtown Long Barn?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Cold Springs.

10 mins to Pinecrest Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin in the woods.
Nice cabin in the woods. Clean with all the amenities we needed. Close to Pinecrest lake, where I got some fishing in. Great change from the Bay Area. Got to see the stars with no light pollution. We were serenaded by the coyotes one night. My wife and I were there over Memorial Day weekend and the neighborhood was nice and quiet. Overall it was a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing
This was our 4th stay at this cabin. It was amazing as always. Jose Luis has great communication, you can always contact him at any time. The cabin always feels like home when you walk through the door. He has everything you need from the kitchen, for the bathroom, outside on the deck, laundry and games, puzzles and books for the family. Totally worth it.. we will continue to book this cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Feihui L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cabin
Thanks to the host for sharing their cabin with us. It’s very clean and convenient. We got everything we needed for the stay. Appreciated the dodge ridge preferred parking permit. Kids also enjoyed the board games. Couldn’t be happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Place
Beautiful little place, great view, close to Dodge Ridge (parking pass was GREATLY appreciated!!). Everything was sparkling clean and in perfect working order. Lots of games and fun for families, will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth F., San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spacious Cabin Near Pinecrest
This is a great place to stay if you are seeking a mountain getaway. Large but cozy cabin with wood burning stove, fully stocked kitchen and gorgeous deck overlooking the forest. Quiet and feels faraway from everything, but only 10 mins from Pinecrest Lake, and 15 min from Twain Harte. Jose Luis and family truly make the effort to ensure you enjoy their cabin and have all you need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evette R., Watsonville

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family trip
We enjoyed our stay in Cold Springs! The location of the cabin was great for easy access up the mountain to Pinecrest Lake and the Stanislaus River and down the mountain for restaurants and shops in Twain Harte. We have been vacationing in the area for more than 30 years and this was the first time in several years that we traveled with our adult son and his girlfriend. Choosing this cabin worked out perfectly! It was spacious, with a very large bedroom and bathroom upstairs and additional bedrooms and bathrooms downstairs, allowing for privacy if needed. We are looking forward to staying longer in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia E., Portand

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin, with great valley views
Used the cabin just for a night and only to sleep because we were at a reunion at a family members nearby home. The house was comfortable, definitely chilly at night, but the furnace is very capable. The downstairs King bed needs to be replaced, but the one upstairs is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home-Amazing Views
We arrived quiet late due to a delayed flight so we couldn’t see the view until we woke up. It was breath taking! My friend sat and just watched the local hawk for about an hour. It was summer and pretty warm but the fans and windows kept us cool. The bathrooms were clean, the kitchen was clean and well stocked with cooking supplies. Over all the place was amazing and we will be returning for sure next summer (hopefully for longer).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
We used to own a cabin in Cold Springs, so this was like coming home.The place was conveniently located, easily accessible and very nice. The information provided by the host was great and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Nice clean accommodation/beautiful view of the trees from the deck
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023