This happy retreat is ideally located for exploring the Sierras. Take a short stroll to a private lake or a short drive to Bear Valley Ski Resort, the Stanislaus River, the Calaveras wine trail, Big Trees, Murphys, or Columbia State Park. With 3 bedrooms, a loft, and 2 full bathrooms, you'll have plenty of room to unwind and reconnect with loved ones. Make meals in the open kitchen, relax around the woodstove, or dine on the deck in the fresh mountain air. We welcome families, kids and pets.

We are a traveling family, always on the lookout for a new adventure. We take pride in being good hosts and guests, and love to create happy, beautiful places to share and enjoy. We do not live in Arnold, so we will not be there to greet you, though we are always available through message or phone for questions or to share local tips on how to get the most out of your trip.

Happy Lake Chalet is in a friendly neighborhood with a peaceful, low-key vibe. Our cabin is surrounded by families and retired folks, so the expectation is that our guests will be quiet and relaxed, not loud and rowdy. Blue Lake Springs has an amazing recreation center, swimming pool, private lakes, tennis courts, a golf course and more--basically everything you need for summer fun. In the winter, we are near Skyline Bear Valley Resort for snowboarding, skiing and snow play. Calaveras Big Trees and the Stanislaus River are just next door. Historic Murphys with wine, food and shopping is less than 15 minutes away. This is a great home base for your Sierra adventures. Visiting our cabin requires a reliable vehicle, with 4WD or chains in the winter. Once you are here, you can walk or ride bikes to the recreation center and private lake in the summer.