Pet-friendly holiday rentals in Stanislaus River

The Shed in Vallecito

This charming little studio cottage was originally built sometime between 1910 and 1925 to house a bakery in conjunction with the butcher shop next door (main house). In the early 1930’s the bakery was closed and the shed was converted into a studio apartment for a young man who lived there for over a decade. In later years it has served as a polling place for Vallecito elections and as a storage facility for various owners. In 2010, after years of neglect, we began a major renovation project in the hopes of returning it to its former glory as a livable cottage. The renovation included new foundation and flooring, new exterior siding, energy efficient windows and doors, and the reframing of the interior walls in order to accommodate the 10” thick insulation. A new bathroom was installed along with the promise of a complete kitchenette to be added in the winter of 2014. The result is a refurbished cottage that is extremely quiet and very comfortable due to the extra thick walls, new insulation, and dual pane windows and doors. It is now completely handicapped accessible. The queen sized Murphy bed has a comfortable memory foam mattress, plenty of pillows and a down comforter and can be folded up for more space during the day. There is a private patio out side the sliding glass door for relaxing. The cottage sits back from the street and is surrounded by a beautiful garden area that offers visitors a quietly, serene setting in which to sip a morning cup of coffee or unwind with a nice glass of locally made wine. A visit to the Vallecito area offers a wide assortment of historical, cultural and outdoor activities. The small town of approximately 300 people is both quiet and welcoming. A short walk, can allow a visitor a peaceful journey into the surrounding countryside where cattle and horses graze in the pastures and birds sing in the trees. Within a 5 minute drive, visitors can wander the shops and sample the wines of the area along Murphy’s trendy Main Street; go spelunking in Moaning Cavern, hike the trail and swim the creek through Natural Bridges or hit the historic district of Angels Camp and a movie at the 75 year old Angels Theater. A 15 minute drive will take you to Columbia State Historical Park and it’s well known Fallon House Theater, New Melones Lake for fishing, boating and waterskiing and Calaveras County Fairgrounds, site of the historic Jumping Frog Jubilee. A 30 minute drive will take you to Calaveras Big Trees State Park, the shopping district of Sonora, Mercer Caverns and Cave City or the Stanislaus River at Camp 9. Summer hikes, kayaking and fishing abound within a 1 hour drive from ‘The Shed’ in the Stanislaus National Forest. Winter activities include skiing or snowshoeing at Bear Valley or Dodge Ridge 1 hour away, even Kirkwood Resort is a 2 hour drive. For those with a passion for driving, we are situated about a 2 hour drive from Yosemite National Park, The San Francisco Bay Area, and Sacramento. When the pass is open in summer a 2-3 hour drive over the Hwy 4 National Scenic Byway takes you through the majestic scenery of the Sierra Nevada, past cold rushing streams, meadows of wildflowers and blue alpine lakes to Markleeville, Grover Hot Springs State Park, and the Lake Tahoe region. A drive along Historic Hwy 49 will take you through the heart of California’s Gold Country where the many small towns offer a bounty of antique stores, unique boutiques, small independent restaurants and interesting museums and mining sites.

Holiday Retreat Family Home/chef's kitchen & Dogs

Come enjoy Autumn activities with your family, perfectly comfortable for large groups, with an enclosed back yard for dogs. Located near all of Gold Rush’s most exciting attractions including Historic Jamestown & Sonora, Columbia State Historic Park, Casinos, and Yosemite National Park. Each season offers a variety of outdoor activities, year-round this comfortable home provides a private, quiet getaway suitable for groups up to 12 people to enjoy a relaxing & restoring adventure time together.

Cozy Pond House!

Cozy home with a nice backyard. Perfect for a quiet evening enjoying some wine by the fire outside while you can hear the sound of the water in the pond. Great for a couples getaway or families traveling. We are close to everything...5 minutes to the freeway 99 and about 10 min to downtown Modesto. We are 20 min from Turlock and 15 min from Manteca. Walking distance to Save Mart shopping center, restaurants, etc We have a gardener that comes on Thursday mornings and mows front and backyard

Beautiful Orchard House on the Farm- Jacuzzi/Pool

A very magical place we call home. Nestled in the middle of 20 acres of established walnut trees, lies your new favorite getaway! You can simply sit back and chill in the beautiful Orchard House or come outside and enjoy the patio/pool/barbecue/ fire pit and spa. One of the bedrooms listed is upstairs in a gaming tower, filled with entertainment options!! Also if you love animals as much as we do, you can help feed our furry and feathered friends .Either way....Prepare to fall in love!

Chic Scandinavian TreeHouse+Private Yard+Parking

Unique large+light studio back house up stairs on top of storage garage. Minimalist boho style w/ lots of plants + comfy furnishings. Pretty sure you will love this space. Ultra-fast Internet + smart TV, built-in work desk, artesian wood cabinetry + counter tops+ wonderful just-added vintage wood flooring. Private entrance and yard with lots of trees, 95 yr old grape vine, strawberry beds +outside seating + free designated parking off an unpaved alley right in Turlock’s most desired area.

Motherlode Miners Cabin-On the way to Yosemite.

Charming refurbished Miners House built during the California Gold Rush, with beautiful views for miles. Located in Jamestown, CA, just 41 miles from the Yosemite National Park Entrance at Big Oak Flat. One of two homes set on over 14.25 acres of land. Relax and enjoy scenic views. Spectacular sunrise, and sunsets. Guests love the night sky views from the balcony; a stargazers paradise. No street lights. Located 3.3 miles from downtown Jamestown and 6 miles from downtown Sonora.

The Valley's Hidden Gem: Remodeled + Big Backyard

The Ultimate Staycation (a stay in vacation) was created in the middle of quarantine with that in mind. In other words, it has everything you need for a great vacation without having to travel very far if you just want to stay in. You can have friends or family over to enjoy it with you. When life throws you lemons, make a margarita on the amazing Ninja blender provided or use it to bake a lemon cake in the beautiful oven. So pack your bags and see what great memories await you!

The Cottage at The A Bar

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish cottage nestled in the middle of an almond orchard on a private road. Collect fresh eggs from the chickens for breakfast paired with fresh fruits and vegetables from the garden! Spend a peaceful evening sipping a beverage on the porch or take a relaxing walk along the river. Geographically speaking, we like to say we are in between The Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco and Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.

Peaceful Farm Stay on Picturesque 5 acres!

Are you coming to Murphys to taste wine, hike through Big Trees or just get out of town for some serenity? Come stay in our private Cellar Masters' Suite on 5 acres of Foothill beauty. 5-7 min drive to town where you can walk to over 25 wineries, dine in fabulous restaurants, and see the best that Calaveras has to offer like hiking, fishing, boating, golfing, skiing, and of course wine tasting! We are dog friendly and everyone is welcome!

Tranquil Place in Modesto's Best Area to Call Home

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. Home is in a quiet cul de sac and very private. No Filter in the Pictures of This Home. Big back yard to do BBQ'S, plenty of chairs for a gathering, each room has tv's, private yard that is very big for pets to play. Stay here and drive to Yosemite, Bay area, Napa, Sacramento, and Beyond.

Ready for a relaxing weekend?

Come and stay a little longer as you explore Lodi's Uniqueness as a wine destination. Walk to downtown for dinner, shopping or wine and cheese tasting!! Pet friendly.......My cottage has been completely renovated to it's 1925 charm while adding a modern element to make your stay most enjoyable. It's conveniently located.

Fern Creek Cottage- peaceful creekside setting

You’ll love Fern Creek Cottage because of the location along the Murphys Creek. It is a 10-15 minute walk to the historic downtown. It is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and furry friends (pets). NOT recommended for children as the creek is fast moving and not fenced.