Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm - Murphys

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6137 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Murphys, CA

Murphys Creek Theatre6 min drive
Ironstone Amphitheatre10 min drive
Mercer Caverns13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Den

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm

My house is steps from the Indian Rock Vineyards tasting room and a 1.5 mile pleasant walk/drive to Main Street in Murphys where you’ll find unpretentious wine tasting, great restaurants from thin crust pizza to California nouvelle cuisine, Gold Rush history come to life, outstanding shopping for all budgets and great antiquing opportunities. A little further afield you can enjoy caves, ziplining, walking tours, kayaking, skiing, snow shoeing as well as many hiking trails including Calaveras Big Trees State Park with its famous and stately Redwood trees or…

Stay in your robe and slippers and relax on the back deck with a peaceful view of the woods. Enjoy local bird life visiting the many feeders. Kick back with a glass of wine, a good book or gather everyone together to watch a movie in the cozy den.

My home is fully equipped with modern conveniences to ensure your comfort and enjoyment including a kitchen outfitted for cooking, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer, TV with cable and free WIFI.

The master bedroom looks out on the beautiful deck and includes a king size bed and full private bath. The second bedroom also has a king size bed and desk for working remotely and is adjacent to a full hallway bathroom.

The kitchen, dining room and entertainment room are connected which makes for a great opportunity to visit over meals, have a movie night or enjoy board games.

To ensure you get settled in and have a great start to your stay with us, we will provide an initial supply of toilet paper, facial tissue, and paper towels, but these may not be enough for your entire stay and you may need to purchase additional supplies.

For security purposes, on August 1, 2022 we are installing a Ring doorbell at the front door and cameras above the garage doors that records those entering the home. There are no devices inside of the home.

If you have any questions about the property or the area, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I believe you will fall in love with Murphys just as I did on my first visit over 10 years ago.

Property manager

Jennifer Leen

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There is a strict no smoking policy in the house.

Guests should not create excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbors; Code-enforced neighborhood quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

Guest must request permission from the Homeowner to allow people on the property who are not in the Guest Party.

All house rules are enumerated in the Short Term Rental Agreement attached.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Murphys

Located in Murphys, this holiday home is in a rural area. Murphys Creek Theatre and Ironstone Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cave City and Laraine Winery. Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Murphys, CA

What's nearby

Hatcher Winery - 6 min drive
Murphys Creek Theatre - 6 min drive
Ironstone Amphitheatre - 10 min drive
Moaning Cavern - 12 min drive
Mercer Caverns - 13 min drive

Getting around

Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

The Watering Hole - 5 min drive
Ironstone Vineyards - 10 min drive
Murphys Pizza Co. - 6 min drive
Twisted Oak Winery - 13 min drive
Red Apple - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm on 28 Apr 2024 start from AU$552.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Murphys Getaway - Enjoy Wineries, Hiking, Concerts, Shopping & Small Town Charm located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Indian Rock Vineyards and within 3 miles (5 km) of Black Sheep Winery and Milliaire Winery. Hatcher Winery and Allegorie are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

20 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway spot

We had such a great time here! The location tends to be below the snow line, but getting to snow is a quick drive away. This location is surrounded by wineries and nature, and is very close to downtown Murphys with its cute shops. We loved the house itself too. Very spacious for three people with comfortable beds and a cozy fireplace. Staying here was such a great experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

4 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Snow Trip

My husband, daughter, father and I enjoy taking trips together. This was our second time in the Murphys area and the home was so cozy, clean and comfortable. Jennifer was a welcoming host and quick to communicate. It was close to downtown Murphys, a grocery store, and less than an hour from snow play areas. We would definitely return!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl O.

14 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Anniversary Weekend!

My wife and I had a great stay at Jennifer’s cabin to celebrate our first anniversary. The house was clean, well maintained, and very cozy! Communication from the host was great and the instructions were simple and easy to follow. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to friends and family!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mari-Anne R., SF Bay Area, CA

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in gold country

Jennifer's place was perfect for our group of five (four adults and one kid). It is exactly like the photos. All of us enjoyed the den+kitchen+dining room area; the plant obsessed people in our group (me) couldn't stop looking at the succulent collection. My kid called the master bath the "fancy bath" and loved taking baths in the bathtub. The front garden was beautiful. The back deck was relaxed and restful. We went in late July. Lots of shade from the trees. Jennifer was an amazing host. Great communication from the very start. She suggested several activities in the area, like Columbia State Historic Park and Astronomy Night at Calaveras Big Trees Park. She quickly responded to a question about where to get a floatie (it was really important at the time). And when there was an unexpected power outage for all of Murphys and part of Angels Camp, she was in touch with us with information on battery powered lamps (already setup in the den and living room), portable lights, and current PGE information. A wonderful place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheri w.

21 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home & Setting

We had a wonderful stay. The house was cute and clean. The back deck and property was amazing. So relaxing to sit and watch the wildlife. Host very attentive. We will definitely return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Leen

I originally moved to San Francisco from Oklahoma in 1991. While I love living in the city, I often like to escape to Murphys to decompress and commune with nature. In 2010, I started an Intellectual Property legal consulting business which allows me to travel while I work, so I like to get up to Murphys as often as possible. I have traveled to every continent except for Antarctica, but I don't plan to let that exception stand for long.

Why they chose this property

I first fell in love with Murphys on a weekend trip with my best friend. We were exploring the Gold Country on Highway 49 and stumbled upon Murphys on our way up to hike through the redwoods grove in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. After that weekend, I came back many times to enjoy the wineries, restaurants, hikes and dreamed of buying a vacation home in this quaint historic town. In 2016 my dream came true, and I bought my own place to escape in the woods.

What makes this property unique

It is a picture perfect setting in Murphys nestled on a 1/2 acre with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and formal living room with a sky light and large picture window overlooking a beautiful large back deck and a family room with a fireplace. I love watching the birds, squirrels, and deer from my hammock on the back deck or from the warmth of the den with binoculars. The first weekend I moved in I saw a flying squirrel jump from tree to tree behind the house, and I was certain this was the best decision I had ever made.