The W House A-frame chalet at dusk in the Sierra forest
Blue Lake Springs · Arnold, California

Three stories of cabin
at the edge of the wild.

2,700 square feet: a floor for each family, a hot tub in the pines, Big Trees out back.

5.076 reviews on Airbnb
9.6“Loved by Guests” on Vrbo
SuperhostThree years hosting
12-16guests, 8 beds, 4 baths
$600-800per night by season

Built so three families never trip over each other.

Every floor has its own bedroom and its own full bath, so each family gets a corner of the house to call theirs, and still meets everyone around the table.

The “W” is a custom three-story chalet wrapped in tall trees, with central heat and air conditioning so it’s comfortable whether you’re here for summer lake days or a deep-snow winter. Real beds for twelve, with room for sixteen and up once the kids and the air mattresses join in.

Tall windows on every side, local wildlife wandering past, two wood-burning fireplaces, and a generator standing by for when a mountain storm takes the power. It’s a house that’s ready for a crowd and quiet enough to disappear into.

And when the kids are down, the night moves to the bottom-floor game room — rack the pool table, throw some darts, pour a nightcap at the wet bar. It’s where every evening ends up.

“We built the W for the trips our own families kept trying to plan: everyone under one roof, nobody on a couch. We host it the way we’d want to be hosted.”

Jen, Adam, Wesley, and Winston, your hosts
Aerial view of the chalet on over an acre of private forest

Everything to stay in, and a reason to go out.

Indoors

  • Game room with pool table, darts & wet bar — the after-hours hangout
  • Two wood-burning fireplaces (firewood supplied)
  • Peloton bike
  • Two 70″ smart TVs with cable
  • Kitchen equipped for 20+, two coffee makers
  • Central heat & air conditioning
  • Fast Wi-Fi (144 Mbps) & a workspace
  • Washer, dryer & keyless entry

Outdoors

  • Hot tub that seats seven
  • Fire pit on over an acre of forest
  • Blackstone & propane grills on the deck
  • Horseshoe pit, cornhole & giant Jenga
  • Sleds for the driveway in snow season
  • Parking for six (4×4 recommended in winter)
  • On-site generator for storm-season power

For Families

  • Travel cribs & pack-and-plays
  • Baby gates & video monitor
  • Kids’ dinnerware & cups
  • Up to two pets welcome ($100 cleaning fee)
  • Convertible bean bags & air mattresses
  • Sleeps 12 in real beds, 16+ with extras

Blue Lake Springs Access

  • Private lakes for swimming & paddling
  • Swimming pool & sandy beach
  • Tennis, pickleball & volleyball courts
  • Private restaurant & snack bar
  • Bocce, shuffleboard & ping pong
  • HOA amenities open Memorial Day to Labor Day*

*Blue Lake Springs HOA amenities are seasonal and carry a daily or weekly guest pass fee, updated annually. Details in the Welcome Book.

A floor for every family.

01
Lower Level

The bunk floor

A queen plus a queen-over-queen bunk, an ensuite bath with a tub — and the game room right outside the door, with the pool table, darts, and the wet bar. Kids claim it by day; it’s the grown-ups’ after-hours spot once they’re asleep. Convertible bean-bag beds and a pull-out couch stretch the floor further.

Lower level bedroom with queen and bunk beds
02
Main Level

The king suite

A king bedroom with its own balcony and a double-sink ensuite, steps from the kitchen, the dining table, and the deck with both grills. The heart of the house.

Main level king bedroom
03
Top Level

The treetop room & the loft

A quiet queen bedroom with an ensuite shower, up in the branches. And right outside its door, the loft — our fourth bedroom — with a twin daybed, a trundle, and a desk. Kids get a space that's all theirs; parents are one door away.

Top level queen bedroomLoft with twin-over-twin trundle daybed, right outside the treetop room

Real beds for 12 adults · alternate arrangements for 16+ (mix of adults and children). Primary guest must be 25 or older.

The Setting

One minute on foot to the giant sequoias.

Walk the trail behind the house straight into Calaveras Big Trees State Park. No car, no parking lot.

  • Calaveras Big Trees State Park 1 min walk
  • Arnold Rim Trail 3.8 mi
  • White Pines Lake 4 mi
  • Murphys wine country 16 mi
  • Spicer Sno-Park 23 mi
  • Lake Alpine 29 mi
  • Bear Valley skiing 30 mi
  • Spicer & Union Reservoirs 32 mi

Map shows the general Blue Lake Springs area. The exact address is shared after booking.

Five stars, again and again.

5.076 Airbnb reviews · 9.6 on Vrbo
4.9Cleanliness
4.9Accuracy
5.0Check-in
5.0Communication
5.0Location
4.8Value

“We had 6 adults and 11 kids. Plenty of space to feel spread out.”

Lindsay, stayed with kids · June 2026

“The house was quiet and peaceful. Looked exactly like the photos.”

Paul, New York · June 2026

“Hosts were easy to work with and communicated proactively.”

Kelly, group trip · April 2026
Hot tubGreat for familiesAttentive host The grill setupIndoor spacesOutdoor spaces The kitchenComfortLocationSleep quality

Before you book.

Check-in & check-out
Self check-in with a keyless entry code from 4:00 PM, check-out by 11:00 AM. Your hosts aren’t on site but are reachable any time, and a custom Welcome Book arrives by email a few days before you come.
How many people can stay?
Twelve adults sleep comfortably in real beds. The house can hold 16+ using bean-bag beds, air mattresses, and the pull-out couch; a fee of $25 per guest per night applies over 12. The primary guest must be 25 or older.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, up to two pets per reservation, with a $100 cleaning fee. Pets aren’t allowed on the furniture, and waste bags and a scooper are provided.
What about winter & snow?
The driveway is plowed when 4″ of snow falls, but public roads vary, so come with a 4×4 and/or chains. A backup generator and propane can power the essentials during outages. Park on the lower driveway in snow season.
Quiet hours & the neighbors
It’s a quiet forest and sound carries. HOA quiet hours are 10 PM to 9 AM, with no parties and no loud outdoor music.
Are there cameras on the property?
Outside only. Exterior cameras cover the entrances and driveway, used for check-in help and snow monitoring. There are no cameras indoors, ever.
Is there cell service?
Service is spotty to non-existent in the area. Download directions offline before you arrive, and save the door code you’ll receive ahead of your stay.
Plan Your Stay

Ask about dates,
or book direct.

Send the dates you have in mind and your hosts will get back to you, usually within the hour. Prefer to book instantly? Reserve on Airbnb.

Also on Vrbo, rated 9.6

Or write us at admin@whousearnold.com · call or text Jen at (650) 922-5757

Or book direct, right here.

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