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The Cowboy Casa - Rustic Idyllwild Cabin for Two

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An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and logs.
A snow-covered landscape with trees and a bench.
A kitchen counter with a spice rack, a bottle of olive oil, and a vase with flowers.
A cozy, well-lit room with a dining area, a kitchen, and a living space.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to San Jacinto Mountains
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Cowboy Casa - Rustic Idyllwild Cabin for Two

Why spend time and more money at a local Inn when you can stay in a cozy rustic, private, studio next to the forest in Pine-Cove. Just three miles from the town of Idyllwild, the Cowboy Casa is like a time capsule - filled with art and memorabilia from the days when cowboys and Indians roamed the West. Updated with modern conveniences, the casa has private parking with a separate entrance downstairs.

The Casa is a private and separate part of our updated authentic 1940s cabin built with original Idyllwild milled pine. We live adjacent and upstairs with our well-behaved Weimaraner dogs and are all gone much of the time.

Available for a single person or a couple, the Cowboy Casa includes a comfortable seating area, queen 10 in. memory foam bed, full kitchen, bath with shower, WiFi, and streaming TV. A 1/3 acre fully fenced back yard offers big black oak trees, pine trees and Manzanita trees.

We live in a very quiet neighborhood. The cabin next door is empty. Quiet times are from 8pm to 7am. You may see traces of field mice on hot summer days so if you don't like that possibility, or a rustic cabin in the forest, then this cabin is not for you!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Turn off air conditioner and/or heater.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Since we live adjacent to the CowboyCasa with our big dogs, if you have dogs, we need a text number so that they go out in the back yard separately.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 71-387, RVC-1047
Property # 3240714vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Idyllwild

Located in Idyllwild, this apartment is in the mountains. McCallum Adobe and Forever Marilyn are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Cameron and Cabazon Outlets. Idyllwild Nature Center and Cabazon Dinosaurs are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling 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 - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Morongo Casino - 38 min drive - 49.3 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 50 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Alpaca Coffee & Tea - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Peak Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Egg House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cowboy Casa - Rustic Idyllwild Cabin for Two pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Cowboy Casa - Rustic Idyllwild Cabin for Two?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cowboy Casa - Rustic Idyllwild Cabin for Two?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cowboy Casa - Rustic Idyllwild Cabin for Two?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cowboy Casa - Rustic Idyllwild Cabin for Two located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps from San Jacinto Mountains and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount San Jacinto State Park and Idyllwild Nature Center. Idyllwild Park is 3.7 mi (6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

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
Wonderful hosts and a very cute, clean place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2025
Thanks so much! It is a cozy casa. Glad you enjoyed. Come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday get away

We wanted to be in the country. Enjoyed trips to town for some shopping and a nice dinner. Loved the garden nursery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic Getaway

Like the owner said “if you don’t like rustic this place is not for you.” Great place to getaway and relax. Weather was a bit wintery still but the cabin was warm and the hosts went beyond with extras like drinks,condiments and even some food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what I needed for a weekend getaway in the mountains. I had a great, relaxing time, and the hosts were wonderful. I love the rustic little western themed studio. It was clean, the bed was very comfortable and the neighborhood was quiet. Idyllwild is only 3 miles down the road so it's easy to go into town for whatever you might want to do there. I'm sure I'll stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Winter Weekend

Where do i start? Mr. & Mrs. Atwood are two of the kindest people we have met. They helped us through the snow, they accommodated our dogs, the property is just an absolute rustic and charming getaway for a couple of days. We love you both and cannot wait to book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2023
We can’t wait to have you back during better weather! Thanks so much.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility

Easy access from your car to the studio. It is charmingly furnished and in a lovely quiet neighborhood. Everything I could have possibly wanted, with the exception of a few more hangars, was available. The bed and furnishings were very comfortable. I'll stay again. The hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you for the lovely review Maureen! I’ll get more hangers I promise! Come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Sweetest hosts! The location is on a super-low traffic and quiet street. Less than 10 minutes from the hub of Idyllwild, but still disconnected from the tourists.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described, very nice close to town. Great decor and wonderful setup.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Thanks! Come back soon.

About the host

Hosted by Kristin and David Atwood

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My husband and I live upstairs and adjacent to the Cowboy Casa with our Weimaraner dogs. We manage other STRs and enjoy helping others discover the gem that Idyllwild is.

Why they chose this property

It’s very quiet, with maybe three cars a day passing by, if that. We choose the neighborhood because we liv,ed the cabin and its spacious backyard for our dogs.

What makes this property unique

It’s an American history lesson! The studio Is filled with books and art focusing on cowboys and Indians.

Languages:

English
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