Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style

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A log cabin with a balcony, surrounded by large trees and rocks.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a bookshelf, a bed, and a skylight.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a staircase.
A cozy cabin-style room with a wooden interior, a bed with pillows, a television, and a round light fixture.
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a small table, surrounded by a gravel area and dense forest.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Mount San Jacinto State Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
  • Place, San Jacinto Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount San Jacinto State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Idyllwild Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Loft - Upstairs Two Room Suite

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Main - Downstairs wing

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Idyllwild

Located in Fern Valley, a neighbourhood in Idyllwild, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Idyllwild Nature Center and Palm Springs Convention Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit The Cameron and Plaza de las Flores Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Moorten Botanical Garden and Palm Springs Swim Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Morongo Casino - 46 min drive - 56.0 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 68 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alpaca Coffee & Tea - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Peak Restaurant & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mama's Egg House - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style on 2 March 2027 start from NZ$1,225, 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.

How much is parking at Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rare & Authentic in Prime Location, Views, Chef Kitchen & Style located?

This family-friendly Idyllwild cabin is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and home. Exactly as described. Great kitchen, clean house, private, comfortable large bed, and close to town.We especially loved enjoying coffee on the porch and dinner outside in the evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb property. Extremely well equipped kitchen. Nice quality materials and surfaces. Great location, out of the way but not too far. Nice communal spaces. Modern appliances. Easy parking. Wonderful, easygoing and communicative host. Strong recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a great stay. The kitchen amenities were wonderful. The property feels very private because of the trees and size. Wonderful place. It feels bigger than the pictures make it look
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllwild Cabin

Our stay in Idyllwild was great. The cabin was clean, spacious, and well equiped, and made for a very comfortable place to stay. We can strongly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So peaceful

What a lovely cabin! Very spacious- feeling floor plan, great furnishings, well-stocked kitchen, and the a/c was a definite plus on warm afternoons. In addition, the Dinah Shore connection was a fun bonus to my husband and me, both fans of classic Hollywood. But best of all was the very peaceful setting and the extremely kind and accommodating host. This was our second visit and we would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing weekend!

Communication with the property manager was very good for any concern we had. The cabin is really clean and cozy. They have firewood that you can use for 25 per day. The kitchen is easy to cook in! Feels very private even though it is close to a road. We definitely want to return some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful old cottage in Fern Valley

This old restored cottage is in a great location in Fern Valley. The owners did a nice job of renovating the kitchen with modern new Appliances. There are two working fireplaces to help warm up the house along with some mini split heaters in the bedroomsThe cottage is surrounded by some large pines for privacy. We enjoyed our time there despite having to leave a day early to escape before the snow got too deep.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and relaxing stay

We have stayed in several Idyllwild, Arrowhead, and Big Bear cabins, and this is, by far, one of the most authentic cabin experiences we've had. The timbered cabin is on a beautiful, serene property and has everything you'd need to enjoy your time in the woods. The kitchen is well-equipped and open. There are dining tables here and on the front deck. The primary bedroom is down a short flight of stairs and has its own vintage bathroom and a deck. Bring a couple camp chairs to sit here or on the small balcony upstairs, which is an ideal place to read a book or watch the jays and squirrels in the trees. The loft contains a lovely bedroom that opens up to a hallway. At the other end of the loft is a mattress and TV. There's even a small washroom upstairs. The front deck is spacious and has a wooden swing, a dining table, and space to set up another chair or two. One of my favorite spots on the property was the set of Adirondack chairs, from which you can look up to see the top of Suicide Rock (yes, this name does need changing) or a sunset. The property is not far from town, but the area is at a higher elevation (be aware if you are prone to altitude sickness). The neighborhood is quiet and great for evening or morning walks. Trails are nearby, too. Kate was very responsive and her rules are logical and fair. The only improvement I can think of is to have a larger trashcan outside. But that's a small inconvenience versus the excellent experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in this lovely cabin multiple times. It is well-appointed, the layout makes it feel very spacious, the location is excellent - close to town but very quiet -and the host is a pleasure to deal with. We have been coming to Idyllwild for many years and have stayed in a lot of very nice cabins but once we discovered this one it has become our first choice for our annual visit for the last few summers. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, and top-flight host. The space is warm, cozy and perfectly stocked for a fantastic family vacation. The location is gorgeous with stunning trees, mountains and wildlife, and the town and it's people are welcoming. Don't scroll past this one!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great escape

We really enjoyed our stay here. Great kitchen for home cooking, and the neighborhood was beautiful for quiet walks in nature. Looking forward to returning someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming, Comfortable & Stylish

There is so, so, so much to love here -- from the gorgeous cabin, tastefully refurbished without destroying the cozy vintage charm, to the generous and thoughtful amenities and the excellent and welcoming host. Our stay was wonderful, the property especially well-suited to a family of four who love to cook. So many details, from the Aga stove, to the stone fireplaces, stained glass and carved woodwork, picture windows and beautifully redone tongue-and-groove ceilings... a true wow. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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