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Fire Pit + Grill: Retreat Between Arnold & Murphys

Entire cottage in Avery, CA

8 guests·4 bedrooms·2 bathrooms
5.0 · 5 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Relax around the fire pit under stars after mountain hikes.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Watch a backyard projector and smart TVs for cozy evenings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Forest setting near Arnold Rim trails with easy, keyless entry.

Property details

Dog Friendly w/ Fee | Covered Deck | 7 Mi to Dtwn Murphys

Get the most out of your next stop in the Sierra Nevada Mountains while staying at this Hathaway Pines vacation rental, just steps from the Arnold Rim! Boasting a beautiful wooded setting, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath cottage is ideal for year-round outdoor fun. Explore trails at Calaveras Big Trees State Park or fish on White Pines Lake! Then, end the day back home with a movie on the backyard projector screen.

The space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 full bed
- Additional Sleeping: 1 twin floor mattress

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs, board games
- Electric fireplace, 6-person dining table
- Walk-in shower, freestanding bathtub

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Fire pit table, projector screen (bring your own projector)
- Covered deck w/ outdoor dining set, gas grill
- Porch w/ rocking chairs

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher
- Keurig & drip coffee makers, electric kettle, toaster
- Dishware & flatware, cooking basics

GENERAL
- Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, trash bags/paper towels
- Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- 4WD/snow tire chains recommended in winter
- 6 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cottage, 2 steps required to access

PARKING
- Carport (1 vehicle)
- Driveway (4 vehicles)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 2 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story cottage requires using 2 steps to access
- Four-wheel drive or snow tire chains may be necessary to access the property in winter months
- Your safety matters. This property features 6 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located at the front door facing out toward the front yard. Cameras 2, 3, and 4 are located on the detached garage facing the driveway and front yard. Camera 5 is located on the rear deck facing the backyard. Camera 6 is located on the storage shed facing the sliding glass door and side deck. These cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 king Bed

Bedroom 2

1 king Bed

Bedroom 3

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 double Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Indoor fireplace

    Indoor fireplace

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

Guest reviews

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Kimba

Fantastic Cabin

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May 2026

We visit Arnold often and have stayed in many different cabins. This one has been the best. Love the front porch with the rockers, it's a great place to have coffee. The cabin is very clean, easy to navigate and has everything you could ever want including a jukebox. It's quiet and steps away from nature. The cabin is centrally located and it's very easy to navigate Arnold and Murphy's. Chris is a very responsive and gracious host. We will be going back.

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Kimba

Fantastic cabin

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March 2026

The cabin was clean, spacious and comfortable. Had everything we needed and more, including a jukebox. Chris is a gracious host. This is one of the best cabins we have ever stayed in! We will be going back.

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Lynette

Perfect Cabin Get-Away!

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December 2025

This cabin exceeded our expectations! First communication with Chris was seamless. Instructions for checking in and check out was thorough and easy! Everything we could need was available, we BBQd, lounged in the recliners, sipped coffee on the deck and hiked around the neighborhood. It feels tucked away in the forest but restaurants and grocery stores are a quick drive away! We definitely want to stay again. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for sure!

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Vern Cotta

5 star stay

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November 2025

By far the best place to stay. Very well done and renovated, beautiful cabin in a perfect location next to all the attractions. The hospitality and kindness couldn't get any better. Entertainment like multiple smart tv's and Nintendo Switch and Playstation 4 were provided for my 9 year old son. Extremely clean, luxurious cabin.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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