The only luxury vacation rental in the heart of Sierra wine country offering an exclusive wine experience by Forlorn Hope
Large, well-appointed home, perfect for large families.The rolling hills of the Sierra foothills provide the picturesque backdrop to your relaxing vacation in Calaveras County. You’re 1.2 miles from Downtown Murphys with over 25 wine tasting rooms, fine dining, boutiques and more. Murphys is a gold rush town, established by the Murphys brothers in 1844 and rich in California gold mining history.This spacious 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom retreat sleeps 13 comfortably. Perfect for 2-3 families to celebrate, cook large dinners, relax and reconnect.In winter, skiing, snowboarding, and more is 45 minutes away at Bear Valley Resort. In summer, cool off at Lake Alpine.Mercer Caverns is one mile away and Calaveras Big Trees State Park is only 25 minutes.This home is only 2.5 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area, 1.15 hours from Stockton, 1.45 hours from Sacramento and 2.5 hours from Fresno.

Another fine property from Cedar Creek Realty
THE GREAT ROOMTake in the views from the many windows and multiple decks that define the California lifestyle of this home. The main floor features the spacious great room, kitchen, dining area, and master suite. The great room boasts soaring ceilings with a picturesque wood burning stove and floor-to-ceiling rock hearth.
BASICS
Air Conditioning
Forced Air Heat
Wood Burning Stove / Firewood
Bed Linens
Towels
Washer/Dryer
Snow Removal
EXTERIOR
BBQ Area
Retractable covered Deck Patio
Gas BBQ Grill
Propane
Deck Furniture (Seasonal Only)
Basketball
Free Parking
Private Entrance
KITCHEN
Refrigerator
Stove/Oven/Dishwasher
Coffee Maker /Toaster /Ice Maker
Cooking Basics
Dishes & Silverware
Dining Table
High Chair
SPORTS
Cross Country Skiing
Snowboarding & Snowmobiling
Cycling & Swimming
Freshwater & Fly Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Rock Climbing
Spelunking
Sledding
GAME ROOM
WiFi
2 TVs
Foosball
Toys
Games
Pack N Play
Desk
LEISURE
Wine Tours
25 Wine Tasting Rooms
Fine Dining
Boutiques
Live Music
Bird Watching
Shopping
Wildlife Viewing
Boating
The only vacation rental in Calaveras County with a Forlorn Hope private wine experience.
To learn more about Forlorn Hope before your visit, check out Matthew Rorick on the Drinking on the Job Podcast
January 2026
"Amazing stay. Beautiful house and surroundings! Everyone loved your home and it was great time and would stay again."November 2025
"This place is nothing short of stunning! Everything was clean and well thought through. The views off the balcony were amazing! For a large group this place had plenty of places to hang out as well as spaces to be peacefully on your own. Host was very responsive and helpful with any questions we had."September 2025
"This home was beautiful and the view is amazing! We were there for my son’s wedding so we weren’t there much. It is a great space for a large group."July 2025
"Very nice, spacious house. View is amazing from sunrise to sunset. Beds were comfortable. A/C works well. 30 minutes from Angels Camp."April 2025
"Has a great view and is very specious. Super relaxing and easy to find. The town is super close and there’s a lot to do."January 2025
"The house was very cozy and large! Checkout was super easy."September 2024
"This was a wonderful home that had spectacular views. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this home."August 2024
"We had a photoshoot at New Melones and it was the perfect distance for the photographers and videographers to stay at and unwind after a day of filming
."November 2023
"I had a wonderful weekend stay at this Airbnb! The cozy atmosphere, thoughtful amenities, and cleanliness made it a perfect home away from home. The host was attentive and responsive, ensuring a seamless experience. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay."October 2023
"The location is very private and quiet. The view off the deck is spectacular. I would go back in heart beat."October 2023
"Our group of friends had a wonderful stay here. The views of the golden foothills from the entire main floor and outdoor decks were amazing and this place provided us with a private, spacious stay. Plenty of room for us to spread out inside and outside, the kitchen and coffee maker was sufficient, and all of the bedrooms/bathrooms were more than comfortable. Thanks!"August 2023
"Amazing place! Loved our stay! Beautiful view. Had a blast!"December 2022
"Perfect for a family holiday get together with small kids (6 adults, 6 kids)! Lots of room for everyone, very comfortable beds. Lots of toys and games for kids. Fully stocked kitchen, convenient washer/dryer after a day trip to snow. Highly recommend!"December 2022
"A great location to spend quality time with family."November 2022
"This is a wonderful house for great value in a wonderful town. We were 3 families who spent a weekend caving (Mercer Cavern) and checking out Big Trees State Park, which was incredible this time of year. The sunsets, and view in general, were breathtaking, and the location was great in close proximity to downtown Murphys, but still in a quiet area. We will definitely return back to Murphys in the summer time to check out the lake and wine tasting in town!Thank you!"September 2022
"Great property, nice view, plenty of space. Would stay here again."August 2022
"WOW. Pictures don’t convey the spectacular views this property has to offer. Great house, highly maintained, all necessary amenities. Strong water pressure, powerful AC. 5 min drive to downtown Murphys. Professionally managed. Absolutely no complaints and would highly recommend."August 2022
"Our stay at this Murphys house was great. The home is settled towards the top of the hill and the view from the home and deck is spectacular. The sunrise and sunsets from the deck was worth the trip alone. The home is open and spacious with a large table that comfortably sat our families. The drive to downtown Murphy’s was also quite convenient. We would definitely recommend the location and consider a return trip as well."
December 2025
"My family and I enjoyed our stay at this house. Beautiful views literally breathtaking. Wish we could have stayed more than two nights."November 2025
"This house is very nice with beautiful views. The house is very open and spacious. Bedrooms are big and everything is clean. This is our 2nd stay there and we will continue to rent it when we go to Murphys. Thank you."September 2025
"Warm home and amazing views. Plenty of space for the entire family to relax. Kitchen was fully stocked with the essentials. I loved waking up and having my coffee on the deck with the amazing views."August 2025
"Such a beautiful home! Host was very responsive when we had questions. A binder full of super helpful restaurant and activity recommendations was available when we arrived. We loved our time in Murphys!"January 2025
"We enjoyed our stay at Murphy's View. Home was ample for our family of 12. We enjoyed cooking family dinners followed by family game night. Stunning views with coffee from the deck - great way to start your day. Property was a short drive to downtown Murphys and 15 minutes from Natural Bridges hiking and Moaning Caverns. 10/10 - we definitely will return."January 2025
"The views were incredible and the weather was exceptional, not too cold or too hot. The cabin itself was spectacular and very accommodating to our big family! All of the amenities listed were useful and we appreciated having everything there."November 2024
"We love the house. It was beautiful, and the view was spectacular. Would definitely come back again."February 2024
"This is a good location if you don't want to be at a high elevation in the snow, but close enough to drive to Bear Valley for snow play. We stayed with kids (ages 7-13) and the property was well-suited for them to have plenty of space. "June 2023
"It was great for 2 families - close to fun activities & big enough for everyone to spread out & relax while we were “at home.”May 2023
"This was a GREAT home to stay in for our ride. We probably spent more time hanging out at the house than we did riding. Thank you for your hospitality and lending your home to us."April 2023
"Beautiful location! Perfect house for a girls weekend!"April 2023
"We really enjoyed our stay in the beautiful house with the beautiful views. It made bonding with family and friends even more special. Thank you!"April 2023
"We spent a lovely weekend at the home enjoying Calaveras Wine Country Spring Wine Weekend. As a group of moms, we had a great time relaxing and spending time together. The home fit us perfectly. What an amazing view!"March 2023
"We very much enjoyed our relaxing, calm, and peaceful stay at this beautiful home. This trip was one for the books and will always be remembered."February 2023
"Wonderful holiday weekend experience! Perfect for our large group of school-family friends who wanted some bonding time for our little boys. Excellent space so that no one felt crowded and the views were spectacular! Many thanks for a memorable experience and thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us."December 2022
"Wowow! Our family had a beautiful time celebrating the holidays in this home. We enjoyed the amazing view from the deck and had a joyful time sharing meals, playing games, and loving each other. Feeling so grateful for the memories we made as a family in this peaceful environment."November 2022
"My family and I stayed in this place for my mom’s 94th birthday. We enjoyed it very much and had a great time. Thank you for hosting us!"August 2022
"Our family had a wonderful time in the home. The view from the deck and open space created a great space to laugh and play. Definitely memories were made. We enjoyed the Big Trees Park and Downtown Murphys. JoMa's Artisan ice cream was delicious. The Ironside Vineyard was a charming visit as well."