Happy Lake Chalet Near Big Trees & Skiing, Dogs OK! Fast WI-FI

Welcome to Happy Lake Chalet! 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, Utica Reservoir, 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.

Our joyful family cabin was inspired by our grandparents who could make even the humblest adventure memorable, magical and fun. Nestled in wine country, gold country, and the majestic Sierras, there is no better place to experience the magic of old California.

Enter into a casually stylish, open-concept living/dining/kitchen area with high ceilings and filtered, forest light. A cozy living room with wood-burning stove has a Smart TV for movie nights, a chess table for games and a reading nook for cuddling. The upgraded kitchen with stainless appliances and a wrap-around bar has everything you’ll need to whip up a meal for your favorite people. Dine indoors or outdoors on our spacious dining tables with extra bar seating, or venture into historic Murphys for fine food and local wine. Watch the stars come out from the deck before playing board games, spinning records, or swapping tales around the fire. For those who work remotely, there is a work station/desk with WI-FI fast and consistent speeds that can handle multiple video meetings simultaneously.

During the daytime, adventure calls. Happy Lake Chalet is in Blue Lake Springs, a vacation destination with a resort-style recreation center that is just a short stroll away. Between Labor Day and Memorial Day, you’ll be able to use the resort’s swimming pool, tennis, basketball, badminton and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, and a snack bar. Enjoy family-friendly activities like outdoor movies, theme bingo and campfires. We also have two private lakes for fishing and swimming and the beautiful Sequoia Woods Golf Course and Country Club. One of the lakes, the recreation center, and the golf course are within walking distance, making it easy to take a quick dip or paddle, enjoy lawn games, or play a round of golf. (Resort fees apply.) Minutes away are world-class attractions that draw visitors from all over the world, like Calaveras Big Trees, the Arnold Rim Trail, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, the Calaveras wine trail, historic Murphys, the restored gold rush town at Columbia State Park, New Melones Reservoir, caverns, ziplining, mountain biking and hiking trails, pristine mountain lakes for kayaking and paddling, fishing and swimming holes on the Stanislaus River, white-water rafting, and winter playgrounds for snow play and sledding. Head to the Utica Reservoir for an epic day of stand up paddleboard exploration. If you're in the mood for a road trip, you can even take a longer day trip to Yosemite National Park.

When it’s time to rest, you’ll find comfortable beds with quality mattresses and linens. Downstairs, there are three bedrooms, with 2 kings and 1 queen, and a large master bath with a shower/tub combo. Upstairs is the kids’ loft, with 4 twins, another bathroom with a shower, and a fun zone with a Smart TV, PlayStation, and a convertible sofa for lounging. While this is our family home and not a fancy hotel, we’ve added the special touches that we love when we travel, like board games, extra blankets and plenty of pillows.

Happy Lake Chalet is perfect for families—up to 8 people. One well-behaved dog is also welcome, though you should consider that we have only a small fenced run outdoors, unattended pets are not permitted indoors, and our private lakes do not allow dogs. Nearby White Pines Lake is a good alternative if you’d like to swim, hike, or boat with your pet.

If you’re looking for a comfortable, family cabin, near everything but with a “miles away from it all” feel, you've found it. Families are especially welcome, and we offer discounts to repeat guests. Our grandparents would have loved it here! We’re looking forward to sharing Happy Lake Chalet with you.

GOOD TO KNOW:

1. NO ROWDY GATHERINGS/PARTIES. Quiet hours are from 9 p.m. to 9 a.m. During these hours, please don't make any noise that can be heard from the property line or adjacent properties. Do not socialize on the decks during these hours, please. Our HOA fines for noise complaints, and we have a local cohost who drives by to check on noise and occupancy as needed. We also monitor noise using smart technology. We have video and noise monitoring in outdoor areas.

2. 4WD/CHAINS. It snows here. Bring a vehicle equipped for snow between November and May.

3. RECREATION FEES. Our HOA charges fees for the recreation center and private lakes, open between Memorial Day and Labor Day. See Blue Lake Springs HOA website for details.

4. PETS. One dog allowed. Pet rules apply. No dangerous breeds, pets must remain on leash at all times, no excessive barking, keep pets off the furniture, do not leave pets unattended inside or outside. You assume the risk of pet damage or harm. Our insurance does not cover your pet.

5. CHILDREN. Our cabin is not childproof. Bring everything you need to keep your kids happy and safe.

We comply with all local rules and regulations regarding short-term rentals:
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