Chalet vacation rentals in Central California

Four of us (and a dog) stayed at this location for a ski trip and it was great. It was relatively close to the lodges, everything inside was clean and as expected, and the pathways to the parking behind the unit was well maintained (although this year the snow isn't crazy like it was in the past two years). We did hear a lot of footsteps from the unit upstairs but that wasn't an issue for us. The Internet was stable, and most of the lights were dimmable and it was so pleasant to be able to adjust the brightness as needed.

what a wonderful stay! we got snowed in the first day, but the hosts were very helpful in letting us know about street plowing, etc. They were very responsive about any questions. The place itself is wonderfully appointed, and easy access to Dodge Ridge, Leland Snowolay, Twain Harte, and Sugar Shack. 😁

Everything was great. No issues with our stay

The house is in a very nice, quiet neighborhood. Easy walk to the beach, a few restaurants and ice cream. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen was great for us (we like to cook all our meals when we travel). The attached ADU didn’t impact our stay at all. The house is very private. Parking was off street, easy check in. We had everything we needed.

Fantastic home in a perfect location for a ski retreat with my family. Great hosts!

Great cabin, quite neighborhood and beautiful views! The pictures don't do it justice!

A beautiful home! Thoroughly enjoyed staying here, would stay again! We skied Kirkwood, which was 35-40 mins drive away. The kitchen was fully stocked with pots/plans/utensils and some basic pantry items too. Super easy to access the front door and the heating system worked well. Highly recommend!

We had a truly wonderful stay at this beautiful home! It was an unforgettable experience, especially for my mom, who saw wild deer for the first time. The house had everything we needed to enjoy a unique and special family time, making our stay comfortable and stress-free. I will definitely recommend this place to others. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!

Our group of 3 families with kids loved Cindy and Kevin's home. We honestly couldn't find any reason why we wouldn't return and hopefully make this an annual trip. They have so many thoughtful amenities and necessities laid out across multiple bedrooms and floors, which gives lots of space for the different generations. Most importantly for peaceful relaxation in nature, they have a beautiful view from their balcony.

Amanda was very responsive providing directions during a snow storm. The house was an amazing setting for my group of friends - the bottom floor with the pool table and air hockey was a big hit. House was spacious and the multi-flooring layout made it easy to sleep. Great house - would definitely rent again

Absolutely loved it. 4 adults and 3 kids and we had room to spare. Hot tub was perfect, huge spacious living room w super high ceilings and great kitchen. Comfy beds, quiet location, will def stay again!

This house is an absolute gem! It’s so cool, fantastic environment, beautifully decorated with everything you’ll need. It’s smack in the middle of amazing redwood trees, walkable to town and close to so many activities. The hosts are equally great, so friendly and helpful. I wouldn’t have changed a single thing. Our kids are already asking when we can go back!

Monique, thank you so very much for the most amazing stay. We loved every minute of it of it. Your space is a dream—it was carefully planned to have guests have a most enjoyable stay. We didn’t have to go anywhere as all we needed indoors and outdoors are already in the property! Thanks again and till next year! We are so grateful for being so thorough in your instructions, for being so flexible for us and accommodating our requests when you can 👌 all the best to you! Highly recommended! 10/10. Beyond our expectations where they even have provisions of things you need in the kitchen, bathrooms and all. The game room was a room packed with fun and love the hot tub. We also loved the wrap Around porch both levels. Looking forward to coming again… and on an annual basis!

Molly’s place was the perfect long weekend getaway for our family of 8. Location was perfect, close to Heavenly and the downtown area. The place was spacious, has great communal areas for relaxing, and large kitchen area with updated appliances. Only thing missing was a hot tub after a long day of skiing! Molly is an excellent host and was responsive to all of our requests/questions. We greatly enjoyed her house and would stay here again!

Very attentive, at one point all we needed was a lighter and she had someone drop it off within the hour without us even asking, it was very kind and efficient. The house was beautiful, slightly smaller than we expected but beautiful. Only thing I will say is that we were under the impression that the listing has a BBQ Grill and unfortunately that was not something that was available or warned about, we had to find out from asking host. The airbnb was phenomenal nonetheless. Very happy with the stay! The kitchen was OUTSTANDING also! So much kitchenware to work with.

This home was beautiful. It was the perfect size for my family. It was only a 15 minute drive from heavenly and a 5 minute drive from the grocery store. The rooms were a lot bigger than I thought. I would absolutely stay here again.

Absolutely unforgettable stay at Jen’s place in Arnold! From the moment we arrived at the W, we were blown away by how gorgeous and peaceful everything was. Jen was an incredible host—super responsive, thoughtful, and made sure everything was perfect for our stay. The space was cozy, clean, and had that perfect mountain vibe that made it feel like a dream getaway. We made so many amazing memories here—late-night laughs, morning coffee with stunning views, and moments we’ll never forget. You can really tell Jen puts her heart into making this a special experience for her guests. Highly, highly recommend staying here if you want a 5-star escape in the mountains. We’re already planning our next trip back!

Had an amazing short stay. We totally loved the setting right at the lake. All amenities were spot on and perfectly set up. 5/5 will definitely come back

This is a spacious cabin in a beautiful spot. We loved being surrounded by snow. It did take 24 hours to warm up though the loft was always very warm. The beds were super comfy - they even had flannels sheets. Lots of room for everyone.

we loved our stay at Dominique's place. It was very conveniently located. A few mins to restaurants , rec center and the lake. The place itself was so fun!! We enjoyed the game room quite a lot. Would recommend to anyone visiting Arnold!

This lake house was perfect in every way! Both the inside and outside were amazing, offering the ideal getaway. The view of the moon at night reflecting on the lake was breathtaking, casting a beautiful shadow over the water. You see wildlife surroundings and also birds which migrates during the winter. From the bedroom, the view was absolutely fantastic it’s the kind of scenery that makes you feel completely relaxed and at peace. Overall staying here felt like therapy for the soul. It’s definitely worth every moment and I highly recommend it !!