Historic and Pet Friendly Cabin, walk to Pinecrest Lake in Pinecrest

Minimum three night rental available through 6/1, after that date minimum weekly rentals only.Walk to Pinecrest Lake from Redcedar Cabin for sledding in winter, swimming/boating in summer.  Redcedar is a 100-year-old historic cabin equipped with modern comforts, located on Stanislaus National Forest land in one of the best spots for family vacations in the California Sierras.  It is minutes away from Dodge Ridge ski trails, just off low-traffic hwy 108 above Sonora.  The cabin is 2 blocks from the shores of Pinecrest Lake, a family resort area that lies between Yosemite and Lake Tahoe in California's High Sierras.  Pinecrest is at an altitude of 5400 feet and the area is both a summer and winter recreation destination. The cabin is located on Granite Lane in a quiet cluster of cabins up behind the boat dock, backing up to undeveloped National Forest Land.

Well mannered dogs are welcome!

This charming cabin has knotty pine throughout and vaulted ceilings in the living room.  It sleeps up to 9; 2 private bedrooms, one w/double bed on the first floor & one w/queen bed on the second floor, plus a loft w/double & single bed.  There is also a living room sleeping nook with a double bed.  There is one downstairs bathroom with a shower, but no tub. There are beautiful mountain views from the deck, kitchen and living room windows.

Electric blankets are on all the beds for added winter warmth. There is a well-equipped kitchen, including condiments, with a family dining table in the kitchen. The well-stocked nearby Pinecrest store is within walking distance.   There is a dishwasher, microwave, phone, TV with cable & DVD, dial-up internet access, a wood burning stove (with firewood supplied) & and a thermostat-controlled  fireplace insert furnace.  A washer and dryer are available in the summertime only.  There is a very large private deck (900 sf)that wraps around  two sides of the cabin, with BBQ and 2single bedframes with mattresses for additional outdoor sleeping, summertime only.  There are 14 steps (8 feet rise) from the driveway to the deck.  The cabin is professionally cleaned prior to your arrival.

Pinecrest is a wonderful summertime  family resort in the Sierras with a kid-friendly beach, clear clean lake water, nightly outdoor movies or ranger talks under the stars, back country access to the Emigrant Gap Wilderness Area, trout fishing, great rock climbing, and bike trails.

Amenities close by:

Within walking distance of the cabin (2 blocks) you will find the Steam Donkey Restaurant, Pinecrest Lake Marina, Sport Shop, Grocery Store, Post Office, Pinecrest Hub Bike Rental, Serene Bean Coffee Bar and lake side Snack Bar (with amazing hamburgers, fries and soft ice cream cones!)

Boating and Fishing:

The boat marina offers motorboat, paddleboat, kayak, sailboat and party boat rentals. For the fisherman or woman Pinecrest Lake is stocked on a weekly basis with Rainbow Trout. Spend your early morning hours catching that night’s dinner, your mid-day relaxing on the beach with a great book and take an evening kayak paddle on the lake before the sun sets.

Horesback Riding:

During the spring, summer and fall take the time to see new areas of our wilderness by going Horseback Riding: Aspen Meadows offers horses and pack mules, ideally suited to carry you and your gear over any terrain.  The horses are matched to your ability, whether you are a novice or a seasoned rider.  Each pack mule can carry up to 150 pounds of gear – so you don’t have to!Kennedy Meadowsis a long established Resort & Pack Station. The old time Last Chance Saloon, horseback riding and quality hunting and fishing.

Pinecrest Theater:

The Pinecrest Theater is located at Pinecrest Lake and plays outdoor family movies from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

$250/night, three night minimum through 6/1

6/1-6/8; 1200/week, one week minimum

6/8-6/22; 1475/week, one week mimimum

6/22-8/30: $1750/week, one week minimum

8/31-9/27: $1475/week, one week minimum

9/28-10/18: $1150/week

Winter rates 2013 TBA

Nonrefundable cleaning fee of $100 is in addition to above rates.   There is also a refundable $250 security deposit, plus $100 pet deposit when applicable.

Come in the shoulder season!  Boat rentals at the marina are half price 4/26-6/6, 9/2-10/14 (except holidays and weekends)

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