Family-friendly vacation rentals in Calaveras County

Located in beautiful Sierra Nevada Foothills!

Clean, comfortable guest suite with private entry, bathroom/shower. Beautiful area in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Located near historical parks and monuments. Close to unique gift shops and restaurants. Lots of scenic hiking trails, lakes and rivers. Year round fun such as boating, fishing, river-rafting, swimming, cave exploring, golfing, snow sports. Good places to visit are Yosemite, Kennedy Meadows, Pinecrest Lake, New Melones Lake, Columbia, Sonora, Twain Harte, Rail Town!

Barnview Bungalow Farm Stay

Try on a slice of farm life from our Barnview Bungalow. This tiny house studio is right in the middle of our functioning farm. It comes with a large covered deck with views of our young apple orchard and big red barn. If you dream of wide open spaces, big skies, and farm animal encounters this is the place for you. Accommodations include: A full sized memory foam bed, kitchenette with mini fridge and two stove burners, stone-floored bathroom with a large walk-in shower, and washer and dryer.

Cabin Getaway Near Yosemite!

Escape to The Knotty Hideaway, ranked a Top 6 Best Airbnb near Yosemite by MSN Travel! ✨ This listing is for the main level only — a 1 bed/1 bath retreat designed for couples or small groups. Cozy up by the fireplace, stargaze through the skylight from your king bed, or sip coffee on the deck overlooking forest views. 🌲 A stylish, intimate basecamp for your Yosemite adventure. Bringing more family or friends? Book the full 2 bed/2 bath cabin experience! airbnb.com/h/theknottyhideaway-yosemite

Bixel Bungalow-in Historic Columbia Gold Rush Town

Pets Welcome, no extra fee. Relaxing base for adventure in the Sierra Foothills. Detached house & garden. We put a lot of care into ensuring this is a comfortable, aesthetic and functional place to stay. 1 mile from Columbia State Historic Park, 5 miles to Sonora or Jamestown and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. 14 miles to Murphys , 37 miles to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, 50 miles to Bear Valley Ski Resort. 53 miles to Yosemite. Guests always say "the best Air BNB we have ever stayed at!"

Private studio with a foothill scenery

Cozy, yet spacious studio with private entrance. Large bathroom with kitchenette (microwave & mini fridge). King size bed & air mattress avail. for additional guests. Private back patio with BBQ. Enjoy a game of Corn hole and view at the top of the property. 5min drive to Lake Hogan for day use, hiking, biking, Disc golf & fishing. Lake Camanche & Pardee Reservoirs near by as well. La Contenta Golf Club 5min away. Harrah's Northern Ca Casino & Jackson Rancheria within 25-45min away.

Dragoon Gulch Retreat

Relax in our peaceful, centrally located setting, surrounded by nature. The Dragoon Gulch Retreat is the perfect spot for you. We are a short 15 minute walk to downtown Sonora and a 7 minute drive to Columbia State Historic Park. Many more amazing adventures await! Tuolumne County is one of the most beautiful places in California. If you enjoy history and the outdoors, you will love it here. Yosemite National Park's is only an hour and a half away! Lakes, streams, hiking, skiing, await you.

Whispering Pines Apartment

The fall colors are spectacular for a hike up scenic Highway 88! Our apartment is located under our main house, with its own keyless private entrance. You'll enjoy a quiet and peaceful setting among tall pines, with wildlife abound. Amador County is rich in gold mining history, and has many charming gold rush towns for you to visit. If your travel journeys include both Yosemite and Lake Tahoe, we are conveniently located between the two ( 2 1/2 hours from Yosemite, and 1 1/2 from Tahoe)

Cottage at the Broken Branch

Experience the historic Gold Country and Yosemite national park staying in this newly renovated 1800s mining cabin. Originally built in the late 1800s for the miners of the Crystal Rock mine, the cottage now has heat, air conditioning, highspeed wifi, a kitchen, and bathroom. The Broken Branch is a small working ranch, so the beautiful sunrise views include several horses, donkeys, and goats. It's about an hour and a half to Yosemite and only minutes from downtown Columbia and Sonora.

Private Guest Suite Near Downtown Murphys

Our guest suite is located one mile from downtown Murphys. You are a 3 min drive or short walk from 30+ wineries, good eats, and beautiful walks! For those looking for adventure drive 8 min to explore Mercer Caverns, 25 min to Big Trees State Park for beautiful hikes, or ski/snowboard 45 min away at Bear Valley Mountain Resort. Enjoy a comfortable, clean, and convenient stay with a modern bathroom, open style space, and all the creature comforts to make your stay a relaxing one!

The Hideaway

The Hideaway is an enchanting one room casita situated on the outer crest of the property, The Confluence. Wake up to the sunrise with a lush *View* of the natural countryside from your private deck. The Hideaway is accessed by a foot path (200ft) from the Main House. The Private Bathroom is off of the Main House (200ft from room). From the parking area to the room, it is roughly 400ft. There is no kitchen or cooking appliances other than a hot water kettle and a mini-frig.

Newly remodeled Home *Easy Winter Access*

Escape to the mountains and unwind in this newly remodeled, cozy home, conveniently located near the highway for easy access. Perfect for multiple couples or a family, this charming retreat offers a peaceful setting with modern amenities. It boasts close proximity to local hiking trails, lakes and other outdoor activities and is just minutes from the local grocery store and restaurants. Included with your stay is private access to a beautiful lake!

Studio in Beautiful Sonora, Private &SelfContained

This self contained space is part of our home, but is a separate building right next to the house. There's a well lit hallway to your private entrance. It's one large room with an enclosed bathroom. There's a shower, toilet and vanity. No tub. There's a queen size bed, 6' couch, dining table/chairs and fridge. You can BBQ and use the patio table. Enjoy beautiful sunsets and starry nights from comfy seats on the deck.