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IdyllAway Vintage Cabin - Kid Friendly Sledding Cul-de-Sac!

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Exterior
Dining
Living area
Room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
  • San Jacinto Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Idyllwild Nature Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Idyllwild Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

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

About this property

IdyllAway Vintage Cabin - Kid Friendly Sledding Cul-de-Sac!

IdyllAway is a 1946 vintage cabin on a quiet cul-de-sac. The rare covered front porch is ideal for relaxing and taking in the serene surroundings. The tree shaded deck is a few steps down from the cabin. Just a few blocks from the wonderful Ernie Maxwell trail, and less than a mile to town.

We are on a short gravel road, just off a paved road. There is no through traffic, which means it is very safe for kids to play in front of the house and the surrounding area.

THE SPACE
Large open living room and dining area with a beautiful heavy oak table for family dining. Unique vintage stove and original hardware adorn the kitchen. There is a forest themed cubby off the Living room with a double bed that is perfect for a couple kids. High quality linens and Leesa beds in the bedrooms.

Fast 500Mbs WiFi.

There is a large screen TV with sound bar, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and News channels. Coffee and tea is provided (we have K-cups, coffee grinder, and a French Press).

Free EV charging! No charging cable though… please bring your own with NEMA 14-30 plug (220V 32A dryer type plug)

$50 pet fee per week or portion thereof.

Other things to note:
Our little road is not plowed in the winter. As noted in the house rules, during snow days you may have to park at the top of the road, and walk about 100 feet to the cabin. There is one space cleared for you on the main road, so if you have two vehicles, you may have to park the other one down the road a bit.

Like many cabins on septic in Idyllwild, there is no garbage disposal.

There is one window AC unit in the Living Room (summer only).

This is a cabin, there is a fireplace, and it is used. We do our best to clean it out between guests but it is not perfect. There may be a slight smell of fireplace when you arrive.

Property manager

John and Lara
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time outside and on deck 9p-8a. Please be considerate at all other times. No street parking. There is room for two cars in the driveway.
No pets allowed in the cabin, or on the back deck, while you are not there. No pets allowed on furniture or bedding (please bring dog bed).
Pets may not be allowed during peak holiday dates, especially winter, as rain and snow make it hard on our wood floors (no mud room). Max 30 nights.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number 001578, 71-403

About the area

Idyllwild

Located in Idyllwild, this cabin is in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Palm Springs Art Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon. Travelling with kids? Consider Idyllwild Nature Center, or check out an event or a game at Palm Springs Swim Center. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking, rock 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 - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 66 min drive - 80.6 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 70 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Pizza Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Mill Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is IdyllAway Vintage Cabin - Kid Friendly Sledding Cul-de-Sac! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at IdyllAway Vintage Cabin - Kid Friendly Sledding Cul-de-Sac!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at IdyllAway Vintage Cabin - Kid Friendly Sledding Cul-de-Sac!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is IdyllAway Vintage Cabin - Kid Friendly Sledding Cul-de-Sac! located?

This family-friendly Idyllwild cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild Park. Mount San Jacinto State Park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine T.

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

Restful Getaway

We had a wonderful stay at this property! It was exactly as described online—super clean, comfortable, and perfect for our family, including our 18-month-old and dog. Everything was well-maintained, with all electronics working perfectly, and the mattresses were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful stay. We’d highly recommend this property and would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little cabin super cozy; beds incredibly comfortable. It has everything you need for a quiet weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy & Andrew C.

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

Fantastic Home, Perfect Location

We’ve stayed in over 10 properties in Idyllwild and this is now a favorite. The location is fantastic because it’s not too far from town but still in a quiet location. The property had everything we needed and a comfortable sleeping spot for each of the 4 of us. The fireplace was wonderful to have and cozy up to in the evenings. The communication was spot on and I appreciated the welcome feeling from the hosts. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shengya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, quiet, clean. Excellent place for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cortes Vazquez R.

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

Great place

Nice house, all amenities, great space, hiking places. Loved the stove 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

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

Vacatiin

Owners provided quick responses when we had questions. Property was lovely! We really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

Idyllwild Get Away

Very cute cabin. It is close to the “downtown” area of Idyllwild. Lots of nearby hikes too. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

colleen K.

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

Loved the Idyllaway vibe.

Everything was great at idyllaway, John was a great host and we enjoyed the charming cabin and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was the perfect getaway spot for our family. Our young boys had endless fun sledding down the nearby hill. The hosts were helpful and easy to reach. We hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas g.

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

The IdyllAway Cabin was Ideal

My daughter and I stayed there while she attended a summer program at Idyllwild Arts Academy. The cabin was great and the descriptions are accurate. We plan to stay there again next summer as well. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Excellent Cabin

During normal weather conditions, great location. I gave it a lower rating on location only because during winter months, could be very challenging getting to and from the cabin safely. We enjoyed our stay, comfortable for party of 6 only. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Charming Vintage Cabin

My daughter and I had a lovely stay. We would definitely return. The cabin was charming and the location was wonderful. The host was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful, restful mountain retreat. Nestled among other cabins, yet quiet and undisturbed. This is the best property I’ve stayed at in years and look forward to going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

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

Weekend Escape

Lara and John are wonderful hosts. Everything was exactly as described. Would definitely recommend and am looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

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

Great little cabin in a great location

Enjoyed the mornings on the porch listening to the close by creek and chickadees singing, hiked every day, used the grill on the side of the house, walked around the neighborhood in admiration. We brought our dog (golden retriever) and he was so happy there as well. Close to town but also not TOO close. Loved this cabin!! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Relaxing mountain getaway

Comfortable- beautiful trees- fireplace was really nice- unique older features throughout the home- nice furniture
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A., Costa Mesa, United States

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

Nice weekend getaway

We had such a fun little overnight stay. The cabin is warm, comfortable and equipped with everything you need. The property owner John was so kind a responsive. Thank you for a great weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsa A.

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

Great for Kids

We loved the space for our kids to play on the snow. It is a great value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ida B., Los Angeles, CA

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

Wonderful Experience!

We were lucky to find this wonderful gem for our last minute getaway. The cabin was spacious for 2 people and very quiet. Just a 5 minute drive to the center of town and close to great hiking. The owners were very communicative and responsive! I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
No complaints whatsoever. This place is beautiful, cozy and has sweet touches. Very roomy, the host provided everything you need to relax. If the price was a bit cheaper we'd love to be regulars. We're thankful for our stay, and would truly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan I.

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

Really comfortable and great location!

A buddy and I stayed in Idyllwild to hike Round Valley. The cabin was located close to the beautiful downtown area and trailhead. So after a hard day on the trail, it was great to stop in town for supplies, then relax in the great space of the cabin in front of a fire. Will definitely add this cabin to my favorites. Also, John and Lara were excellent communicators. Thanks for the great hosting!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Awesome

Subject title is all I need to say
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Booked to spend the Kings Day weekend with my children. The best part was the driveway filled with snow. My children are not into snowboarding and are very happy sledding. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Great time, cozy cabin

The hosts were awesome very responsive. We didn’t have any problems or issues. It’s a nice cozy cabin. What you see in the photos and the description are exact what you get. Was just a short drive to town and the neighborhood was quiet. We had a great stay and may do it again 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

xuexun

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room is clean, get everything in the kitchen. There is a slight smell of the gas leak.

About the host

Hosted by John and Lara

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John grew up going to Idyllwild as a child. His parents enrolled him and his siblings at ISOMATA (Idyllwild School of Music and the Arts—now Idyllwild Arts Academy), where they learned photography, ceramics, and dance. When John brought Lara to Idyllwild for the first time, she loved it so much that on her third visit, she owned this cabin. Lara's dad, a retired horticulturist, also finds solitude among the trees. They spend their free time (when not working on the cabin ;-) hiking and climbing the beautiful local mountains.

Languages:

English

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