Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 12 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Snow Pines is located in the small quiet community of "Big Trees" in the SIerra Nevada range of Northern California, with proximity to clear mountain streams and tens of thousands of acres of largely uninhabited redwood & pine covered mountains. Restaurants, shops and a supermarket are however only 15 minutes drive down the mountain to Arnold, "gateway to the Sierras" a mountain community of around 4000. The mountain home is located In a beautiful year round resort area popular with active families who love the outdoors. The area enjoys endless sunny days around 27c (79F) in the summer months and potentially several meters of snow in the winter! The main road Highway 4 leading to Ebbetts Pass, is however well maintained up to Bear Valley ski resort all year, (approx 18 mile passed Snow PInes). Snowmobiles can be rented in Bear Valley to ride further up highway 4 in winter - a trip not to be missed! Snow Pines is in a very quiet elevated position on 3 levels, including a loft, and enjoys electric heating and a wood burning stove for those winter days and nights. An ample wood supply is included. While there are neighbours, it is not unusual to see only a handful of cars passing all day ! This location will appeal to adventurous families and couples looking for something different. Access is good with any rental car except in winter, when a 4 wheel drive and/or snow chains are recommended.
Snow Pines in summer
Snow Pines in winter
Great trout fishing in the North fork of the Stanislaus River
Warming by the fire after snow play
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/39209
The California region
Eastward, beyond the surf of the Pacific, beyond the tawny rolling Coast Range and the wide central valley of California, rises the great wall of the Sierra Nevada. Four hundred miles long, seventy-five miles wide, ten to more than fourteen thousand feet in height, it ranks with the major mountain ranges of the world. Certainly it is one of the most beautiful. Geologically, it is a titled block of the earth's crust -- a long, continuous slope fronting the west, and a short, breath-taking decline to the eastern deserts. --The Sierra Nevada as described by by Philip Greenspun Truly the "Range of Light," as John Muir defined it, the Sierra Nevada rises to the sun as a vast shining world of stone and snow and foaming waters, mellowed by the forests growing upon it and the clouds and storms that flow over it. -- Ansel Adams, 1938, in the foreword to Sierra Nevada: The John Muir Trail (quoted in the Sierra chapter of his autobiography )
Big Trees area
Big Trees is a remote sanctuary that is close to everything for your vacation. Great summer recreation is available in the area. Take a short drive to Murphy’s to shop or visit a wonderful winery, or visit Calaveras Big Trees State Park, Moaning Caverns, Mercer Caverns, Lake Alpine, or Bear Valley Ski Resort and Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort in Angels Camp. Big Trees is located in diverse Calaveras County where you can play golf on world class courses, and be within minutes of the serene and majestic settings of giant Redwood groves, roaring rivers, and high mountain passes. Whether you are hiking, swimming, enjoying skiing through fresh powder,or just relaxing, this is a place to remember and revisit. Its "Gold Country" "Wine Country" and "Ski Country" all rolled into one!
How to get there
Numerous inexpensive car hires are available upon landing at San Fransisco International Airport (SFO). Please allow 3 hours to drive the beautiful scenic route to Big Trees. The journey includes wonderful views of San Francisco Bay, coastal farm lands and the San Juaquin Valley. A gradual climb to the north east leads through gold and wine country, passed rivers, lakes and redwoods into the Sierra Nevada mountains which peak at over 14000 ft. The chalet is on the western slopes at 5000 ft elevation in an area of outstanding beauty.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
San Francisco International: 270 km
Activities near Big Trees
Sports: Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 3, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Summer: Trout fishing tackle, swim floats and noodles for beach fun at local White Pines lake or Lake Alpine are included. Winter: 2 snow sleds are included for guest use - perfect for sledding the sloping driveway and very quiet lane. Beautiful wraparound elevated wood deck with patio table, sun shade and 4 chairs. 1 car garage 3 good size bedrooms, plus a loft with 2 additional single beds overlooking the Great Room. We limit the guests to 6 maximum since Snow Pines only has one bathroom.
Further details
Welcome pack including local attractions, orientation and mountain driving hints forwarded prior to arrival. Additional copy at property. Driveway will be plowed for snow removal if necessary, and a log fire will be burning in wInter on arrival.
Conditions
Sorry no smoking
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
2008
22 Oct 08
23 Oct 08
420£420
6060
8080
3 Nights
23 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
295£295
5555
7575
Flexible
1 Nov 08
15 Dec 08
395£395
6060
7575
Flexible
2008-2009
15 Dec 08
6 Jan 09
480£480
7070
9090
3 Nights
2009
6 Jan 09
15 Dec 09
420£420
6060
8080
3 Nights
41
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
* We can accept check payments in GBP and US dollars, or by Visa or Mastercard with a 2% surcharge.
Guestbook
"...the cabin was wonderful and the area is breathtaking, we'll be back for Thanksgiving!" Mr & Mrs Z, Los Angeles " on this trip we visited Hawaii, Los Angeles and Snow Pines in the Sierras, and Snow Pines was our favourite! Can't wait to return!" Mrs P.M. Bristol, England. "We spent a wonderful relaxing week at Snow Pines. The location is beautiful and so peaceful,.... The drive across Ebbets Pass will remain one of the highlights of our holiday, together with visits to the local vineyards and Calaveras State Park " Mrs.J.L. Ely, England "Many thanks for allowing us the use of your lovely home, we really enjoyed our stay and the weather also helped, it was glorious except for the Thursday night/Friday at the end,the temperture dropped a bit too low for our liking, we were a bit concerned that we might get snowed in, we are quite envious. Many thanks once again." Mrs C, Sussex England
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