Chalet in Dorrington, CA
10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this chalet rental
Bearington Lodge is a well-appointed mountain chalet in Big Trees Village in Dorrington/Arnold, We have AC and an whole house generator + great Wifi, Designed for families and groups who want space, comfort, and a great base for year-round adventure. Built in 2006, this is not a basic cabin or shared rental. It’s a thoughtfully designed, whole-home retreat with modern systems, quality furnishings, and room to spread out plus a newly added Game Room that is fun for all ages.
SUMMERTIME FUN!
Guest have full & free access to Big Trees Village Recreation Center:
Two swimming pools
Pickleball, bocce, basketball courts
Frisbee golf
Playground (open year-round)
Snack shack
ABOUT THE SPACE:
The open great room features vaulted wood ceilings, a stone fireplace, large windows overlooking the pines, and connected living, dining, and kitchen spaces so everyone can gather comfortably. Central heat and air conditioning, plus a whole-house Generac generator, ensure comfort in every season.
LOCATION:
Easy access just off Highway 4 with a flat driveway and parking for 4–5 cars (snow-plow serviced in winter).
Under 1 mile: Historic Lube Room Saloon & Restaurant - Summertime Concert Series
5 minutes: Calaveras Big Trees State Park - Guest can use the State Park Pass for free
10 minutes: Arnold & White Pines Lake
Less than 5 miles: Stanislaus River access
24 miles: Bear Valley Ski Resort
22.5 miles: Lake Alpine - Gorgeous pristine lake
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS — Sleeps up to 10 Maximum
Primary Suite (Downstairs): King bed, stone gas fireplace, ensuite bath with walk-in shower and jetted soaking tub
Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): Queen bed with rustic log frame
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): Queen bed plus twin bunk beds — ideal for kids or teens
Loft (Upstairs): Large hangout area with Smart TV and queen sleeper sofa with memory-foam topper
Bed summary: 1 King · 2 Queens · Twin bunk beds · Queen sleeper sofa
Bathrooms:
Primary ensuite with jetted soaking tub and separate shower
Full upstairs bath with shower-over-tub
Convenient half bath on the main level
KITCHEN & DINING:
Fully stocked kitchen designed for real cooking and group meals:
Gas stove, Bosch dishwasher
Quality cookware and knife set
Coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave
Breakfast bar seating
Dining table seats up to 10
OUTDOOR SPACE:
Two large decks and a covered porch provide space for outdoor dining, grilling, morning coffee, and evening stargazing. Deck off living room has gas BBQ, dining table and lounge chairs. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to main roads. Guests love the bear statue out front — a favorite photo spot.
Other things to Note:
Access:
Easy, flat driveway for 4-5 cars. 1/2 of the garage is available for guest use as storage and there are some games. No parking available in the garage.
Please note:
To reach the main living level (which includes the kitchen, living room, and primary bedroom/bathroom), you will need to go up one flight of stairs from the garage/driveway level. The home is a two-story layout with the main living spaces on the middle floor and additional bedrooms/loft upstairs.
Power & Utilities
Mountain weather can occasionally impact power in this area. The home is equipped with a whole-house, hardwired backup generator that maintains essential systems and comfort.
Bear & Wildlife Awareness
Big Trees Village & the Arnold area is active bear territory. For safety and to protect wildlife, all food, trash, coolers, and scented items must be stored inside the cabin or in the provided Bear Box. Bears can access vehicles, so nothing should be left in cars or on decks.
Mountain Setting
The home is surrounded by Stanislaus National Forest. While we maintain regular pest control and cleaning, guests should expect a true mountain environment, including insects, birds, and other wildlife. Bees are common during warmer months, please be aware.
Property Policies:
10 People Maximum
No Pets Allowed
No Smoking or Vaping on Property
No Fires Allowed
SUMMERTIME FUN!
Guest have full & free access to Big Trees Village Recreation Center:
Two swimming pools
Pickleball, bocce, basketball courts
Frisbee golf
Playground (open year-round)
Snack shack
ABOUT THE SPACE:
The open great room features vaulted wood ceilings, a stone fireplace, large windows overlooking the pines, and connected living, dining, and kitchen spaces so everyone can gather comfortably. Central heat and air conditioning, plus a whole-house Generac generator, ensure comfort in every season.
LOCATION:
Easy access just off Highway 4 with a flat driveway and parking for 4–5 cars (snow-plow serviced in winter).
Under 1 mile: Historic Lube Room Saloon & Restaurant - Summertime Concert Series
5 minutes: Calaveras Big Trees State Park - Guest can use the State Park Pass for free
10 minutes: Arnold & White Pines Lake
Less than 5 miles: Stanislaus River access
24 miles: Bear Valley Ski Resort
22.5 miles: Lake Alpine - Gorgeous pristine lake
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS — Sleeps up to 10 Maximum
Primary Suite (Downstairs): King bed, stone gas fireplace, ensuite bath with walk-in shower and jetted soaking tub
Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): Queen bed with rustic log frame
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): Queen bed plus twin bunk beds — ideal for kids or teens
Loft (Upstairs): Large hangout area with Smart TV and queen sleeper sofa with memory-foam topper
Bed summary: 1 King · 2 Queens · Twin bunk beds · Queen sleeper sofa
Bathrooms:
Primary ensuite with jetted soaking tub and separate shower
Full upstairs bath with shower-over-tub
Convenient half bath on the main level
KITCHEN & DINING:
Fully stocked kitchen designed for real cooking and group meals:
Gas stove, Bosch dishwasher
Quality cookware and knife set
Coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave
Breakfast bar seating
Dining table seats up to 10
OUTDOOR SPACE:
Two large decks and a covered porch provide space for outdoor dining, grilling, morning coffee, and evening stargazing. Deck off living room has gas BBQ, dining table and lounge chairs. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to main roads. Guests love the bear statue out front — a favorite photo spot.
Other things to Note:
Access:
Easy, flat driveway for 4-5 cars. 1/2 of the garage is available for guest use as storage and there are some games. No parking available in the garage.
Please note:
To reach the main living level (which includes the kitchen, living room, and primary bedroom/bathroom), you will need to go up one flight of stairs from the garage/driveway level. The home is a two-story layout with the main living spaces on the middle floor and additional bedrooms/loft upstairs.
Power & Utilities
Mountain weather can occasionally impact power in this area. The home is equipped with a whole-house, hardwired backup generator that maintains essential systems and comfort.
Bear & Wildlife Awareness
Big Trees Village & the Arnold area is active bear territory. For safety and to protect wildlife, all food, trash, coolers, and scented items must be stored inside the cabin or in the provided Bear Box. Bears can access vehicles, so nothing should be left in cars or on decks.
Mountain Setting
The home is surrounded by Stanislaus National Forest. While we maintain regular pest control and cleaning, guests should expect a true mountain environment, including insects, birds, and other wildlife. Bees are common during warmer months, please be aware.
Property Policies:
10 People Maximum
No Pets Allowed
No Smoking or Vaping on Property
No Fires Allowed
Amenities at Big Trees Chalet w/ Rec Center Access Pools, Games, Sport Courts. AC & Generator
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Dorrington, CA
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
The entire cabin is welcoming and designed to make our stay incredibly comfortable and fun. We enjoyed the game room, along with board games and the entertainment systems provided. All of the rooms had comfortable couches, beds, clean linens and amazing layout. This is like staying at a 5 star hotel in the wonderfully peaceful and quiet Camp Connell.The hosts were absolutely wonderful and provided clear check in processes, check out procedures, gave us updates on snow and other activities to participate in around the area. They were flexible and welcoming, even checking in on us half way through our stay, and sending useful reminders. We loved our stay and will definitely be returning!
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Our stay at the Bearington Lodge was a wonderful experience. Our host Jessica and Chelsea were great. They were very attentive and always checked on us to make sure everything was good. The cabin was clean and very cozy and spacious. It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The game room was a hit for everyone. We had such a fun time in the game room. We had an amazing Christmas with our family and hope to stay again in the near future.
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