Delightful cabin Sleeps 14! 5 Min To Pinecrest Lake! Family Gatherings Welcome!

Welcome to Rudel Retreat.

☆ Early Check-In/Late Check-Out:
It is allowed only if it is available. Please ask PRIOR TO CHECK-IN. There is a fee of $15 per hour with a minimum of 2 hours ($30). Ideally, it should be requested, at minimum, two days prior to your check-in/check-out day. Otherwise, we may not be able to accomodate you because we pre-book our cleaners and we can not ask them to arrange their prescheduled cleaning time. If approved, payment prior to check-
in will be required.
Please note, if you arrive early, you will not be able to check-in early. The code activates at the assigned time of check-in. We use the time between guests arrival to perform cabin maintance or cleaning. It is disruptive to the cleaner if they see you waiting in the car. The lake is just a few minutes past the cabin turn-off. They have restrooms, snack bars, food trucks and there is a grocery store just before the lake called Pinecrest Market. That is an alternative if you arrive early.

**Please note, do not use our outlets to charge your electric car. It can blow out our circuit and you will be liable. The cabins are older and can not handle the electrical load**

This charming cabin was designed for family fun, relaxation, and outdoor adventure.

The Rudel Retreat features a comfortable mountain cabin designed for multiple family/friend stays. It offers spaces for everyone to enjoy. There is a space for the teens, tweens and in-between to hang out with plenty of entertainment! There are board games, Arcade, shuffle board, foosball, darts, cornhole and more! The adults have their own spaces to gather together too. We offer relaxation and entertainment for all ages.

The stay begins with a view from the stunning wall of windows that captures the mountain forest setting bringing the outdoors inside.

Surrounded by the beauty of the high Sierra Nevada mountains, this peaceful getaway is ideal for large family gatherings, college reunions, special celebrations or multiple family get-togethers who are looking to unplug and enjoy the outdoors together. Spend your days hiking nearby trails, exploring Pinecrest Lake, taking a relaxing bike ride, or relaxing on the deck under the pines.

At night, unwind in a quiet, comfortable cabin setting with everything you need for a stress-free stay.

✨ Highlights:

* Minutes from Pinecrest Lake
* Private, peaceful mountain setting
* Friend/family friendly cabin with a relaxing interior
* Easy access to hiking, boating, fishing, skiing, paddle boarding, mountain biking, swimming, and off roading
*Game central and activities galore for all ages!!
*Wifi for those that want to enjoy streaming for movie night or for those who may need to work remotely during the stay.

Whether you’re here for adventure or relaxation, Rudel Retreat is your home base in the High Sierras.

🌲 The Space

Cabin Living
Step inside a clean, inviting cabin with rustic charm. The main living area is designed for comfort—perfect for movie nights, board games, or cozy evenings by the fire.

Kitchen
- Fully loaded kitchen
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, spices, wine and whiskey glasses, and more. Please see Kitchen photos
- Coffee bar w/Keurig coffee maker and a ground coffee maker.
- K cups and coffee grounds provided
- Breakfast bar

General
- Free WiFi
- Books & Games
- Linens/towels (towels for bathing not for the lake) Please bring your own beach towels.
- Shampoo, conditioner, body wash
- hand wash
- dish soap

Bedding & Maximum Guest Policy
This cabin sleeps a total of 14 guests (that includes infants/ Children) comfortably. There are 11 beds, a pack & play and two full bathrooms. Our 14 person Maximum Policy ( including infants and children) are firm. The owners' policies supersede Airbnb's rules and policies. Thank you for understanding.

Pets
Up to two well behaved listed dogs may join your stay. When booking, checkmark the box: "Traveling with pets. " A $150 fee will apply for up to two dogs. If more dogs are coming beyond two you must ask permission and be pre-approved. If guests show up with pets, you must notify the host immediately. We know pets are an important part of your family and we welcome them.

- Pets must never be allowed to stay alone in the cabin unless they are crate trained. If you keep your pet in a crate, it is at the guests own liability.

Children
Children/teens under the age of 18 must never be left alone in the cabin. If a sitter is needed we would be happy to assist you in finding one. Please ask prior to arriving.

Sleeping Setup
Main Level
- California King bed
- Queen bed
Downstairs Level
- Two Queen beds
- Twin bed
- Pack-and-play
Kids' Zone
- Bunk bed with twin sized beds
- Second bunk bed with full-sized beds
- A twin day bed
- A twin trundle
Total of 6 beds in the Kids Zone!

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🌲 Outdoor Living

Enjoy true mountain living:

* Private forest-view deck
* Outdoor propane firepit table perfect for Roasting Marshmallows and stargazing on a starry Mountain Night!
* Sitting area with a patio table and two chairs
* Deck speakers (bluetooth) to listen to your favorite music selections (look for the password in the check-in instructions)
* Propane BBQ Grill
* Peaceful surroundings with nature all around

This is where guests unplug, relax, and make memories.

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🏔️ Adventure Nearby

Your location puts you close to year-round activities:
* Summer: hiking and lake days at Pinecrest Lake!
* Summertime at Dodge Ridge Resort offers mountain biking trails, disc golf, yoga, a special kids area with bounce houses and a rock climbing wall, ping-pong and kid friendly food. Families can enjoy picnics, chair lift rides or hiking through a forest with beautiful wild flowers or relax and grab lunch at basecamp while listening to live music and much more

Winter Wonderland Holiday Season 2026-2027
Activities
❄️⛷️🏂 Skiing and snowboarding at Dodge Ridge, ice skating in nearby Long Barn, and sledding at Leland Snowplay or the little kiddos can enjoy sledding at Pinecrest Lake.

The holiday season kicks off starting from November 26, 2026 to February 15, 2027. It is not too early to plan your getaway. As we near those months this cabin will be 100% booked for those holidays.
Upcoming 3 Day Holidays
November 26th, Thanksgiving
December 20-31 Christmas Week
Jan 1, 2027 Happy New Year!
Jan, 18 MLK day
February 14,15 Valentine Day, Presidents Day
Book your Winter Getaway Early!

We are at the Gateway to the High Sierras and 14 Minutes to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort or Leland SnowPlay

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👨‍👩‍👧 Perfect For

* Families with kids
* Ski weekends
* Summer lake trips
* Multi-generational getaways
* Peaceful forest retreats
* Friend getaways

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✨ Why Guests Love It

Guests choose this cabin because it combines:

* Space for families to spread out
* Kid-friendly entertainment built in
* Easy access to top outdoor destinations
* Quiet forest setting without being remote

Nearby Fun Activities and State Parks

⭐️ Special Summer places to visit from 15 to 45 minutes from the cabin:
☆ Jamestown: If you love antique shopping and a good burger, this is the place for you! It is also home to Rail Town 1897 State Historic Park! It preserves the historic Sierra Railway, featuring an intact, functioning steam locomotive repair and maintenance facility (the "Movie Railroad") used in hundreds of films and TV shows. Visitors can take scenic train rides through Gold Country, tour the roundhouse and shops, see movie props like the Back to the Future III caboose, and explore the grounds with picnic areas and a gift shop. The park offers a unique blend of industrial heritage, railroad history, and Hollywood lore.

☆🇺🇲 Columbia State State Historic Park: Enjoy an old-fashioned, Gold Rush–style event. Visitors can enjoy a historic town that is a park! Enjoy fresh sweet baked goods at a quaint coffee shop! They serve Sarsaparilla too! Even adults will enjoy their old fashioned candy shop where you can watch them make all types of candy! There's an Ice Cream parlor and closeby is 7 Sisters Candle Shop. Dine at the many food choices or enjoy high tea at Columbia Kate's Tea House! Be sure to check for special events! They know how to throw a special event like no other!

☆ ⛳️ Twain Harte: A community that has wonderful restaurants. Be sure to stop off at the Rock of Twain Harte or the many other delicious restaurants after a game of mini golf! They have the largest unique mountain grocery store around!

☆ 🃏🎳 Black Oak Casino Resort : Features family-friendly activities such as a large bowling alley and Arcade fun!

☆ Wine Lovers Here! The town of Murphys is wine country with 28 unique wineries and a famously haunted hotel! Spend the day enjoying wonderful California wines. All of them are unique in a refreshing mountain setting!

☆ 🍓Local Favorite Strawberry General Store has FREE family friendly live entertainment on weekends in the open mountain air! Enjoy food from a different Food truck each week! Be sure to stop off across the highway behind Strawberry Inn to check out the roaring Stanislaus River!

The Rudel Family and Host Renee Scolari Venegas hope you enjoy your stay at this special cabin, Rudel Retreat