Redcedar Cabin, walk to Pinecrest Lake in Pinecrest

Walk to Pinecrest Lake from Redcedar Cabin for sledding in winter, swimming/boating in summer.  Redcedar is a 100-year-old historic cabin fully 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.  There are nearby cross-country ski trails maintained by volunteers in the National Forest, multiple areas for sledding, and Dodge Ridge for downhill skiing.

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. 

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, stereo, 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.

Wintertime hikes, sledding in lake basin ski cross-country & downhill at nearby Dodge Ridge or sleding also at nearby Leland Meadows.

Summertime wonderful family resort in Sierras with kid-friendly beach, nightly outdoor movies or ranger talks under the stars, boating marina, back country access, trout fishing, great rock climbing, bike trails.

2012 Rates:

Winter: $250/night, 3 night minimum through May 27.

4/1-5/27: Spring Special, $1000/week

5/28-6/22: $1475/week, one week minimum

6/23-8/31: $1750/week, one week minimum

9/1-9/28: $1475/week, one week minimum

9/29-10/26: Fall Special, $1000/week or $250/night, 3 night minimum

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.

2012 summer season reservations will be accepted beginning 1/2/1012.

PLEASE CHECK CALENDAR FOR AVAILABILITY prior to sending inquiry.