Unique authentic1920s Cozy Cabin surrounded by 100 ft Pines - in Cool Mts. - Palomar Mountain

Sleeps 546 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Palomar Mountain, CA

Palomar Mountain State Park4 min drive
Harrah's Resort Southern California24 min drive
Palomar Mountain39 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Unique authentic1920s Cozy Cabin surrounded by 100 ft Pines - in Cool Mts.

If you want PEACE AND QUIET, you have found a special, enchanting retreat.
For faster service TEXT me 619-871-9354.

The Lilacs was the FIRST VRBO listing on Palomar Mountain! We've been on VRBO since 2005 until the pandemic hit; Now, post-pandemic we are wide open for fun and relaxation.

The Lilacs is a beautifully restored, cozy 1920's Redwood cabin on Palomar Mountain just 1:25 minutes from San Diego. The cabin has 1) Master bedroom, 2) a small room with desk/dresser & ladder to the LOFT for the adventurous sleepers, plus 3) a futon sofa-bed in main living room, where there is the original rock hearth,. ALSO a full-glassed in, large, insulated sun room, a complete kitchen (new stainless steel stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, washer/drier, cookware etc).

The cabin is simply FULL of fun, atmosphere and special vibes.

The original redwood walls and timbers were hand-assembled by craftsmen 100 years ago. I restored it all and worked hard to preserve the original character and charm; including the hand-made cabinets, plank walls & doors. Then I totally upgraded the bathrooms and kitchen.

The cabin is located on the ever-peaceful Evergreen Trail in the Bailey Meadows area, by most accounts the most historic and quaint part of Palomar Mountain (a heavy day of traffic on Evergreen Trail is 4 cars a day).

Besides relaxing, there is lots of scenic outing and lots to do on Palomar and the surrounding region.

IF YOU ARE FROM SAN DIEGO: Palomar is a piece of High Sierras environment just 1.5 hours from down town. Amazing what SD County has to offer! This Cabin sits on the cozy, shaded side of the mountain. Palomar Mt. State Park is super and just 5 minutes. World-famous Palomar Observatory, Julian (the 1800's quaint Gold mining town) and Anza Borrego State Park, are scenic drives close enough for an outing. We are near to the Bailey's Palomar Mountain Resort, but without the traffic or camper congestion.

IF YOUR ARE FROM OUT OF San Diego: There are many activities within an hour of Palomar Mt... Beaches about 1.5 hr away, Safari Park (Wild Animal Park), Lego Land: plus and more. Sea World and Disneyland and Tijuana, Mexico are all doable in less than 2 hr drive.

Keywords:
Unique authentic experience
Historic Mountain Cabin
Full of atmosphere,
Quaint, charming, rustic cabin comforts
Family retreat, for nature lovers.
Mountain get-away
Quiet alternative to Casino hotels
Closer than Idyllwild, CA
Private & spread out compared to Big Bear
Affordable compared to Lake Arrowhead
Safe, calm and quiet

Property manager

Martin Eder

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Mountain view

Absolute BEST access for snow days! Road and parking area is plowed. Beautiful!

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

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

Sorry, NO loud parties, Keep voices low outside as neighbors will call me to complain if there its noisy. They bought their home for the peace/quiet.

THINGS TO BRING: Bring your own water: (Water system being worked on; Water is safe) Bring your own paper towels, all other TP, napkins etc provided.

LEAVING: Self clean keeps our costs affordable In early AM; ALL sheets, towels in washer/drier Take your foods, garbage bag w you; Our dump closed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pala

Located in Pala, this cabin is in the mountains. Wilson Creek Winery and Redhawk Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Palomar Observatory and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Palomar Mountain, CA

What's nearby

Palomar Mountain State Park - 4 min drive
Palomar Observatory - 12 min drive
Harrah's Resort Southern California - 24 min drive
Valley View Casino - 30 min drive
Palomar Mountain - 39 min drive

Getting around

Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

Robeks Fresh Juices & Smoothies - 25 min drive
Starbucks - 25 min drive
Harrahs Ricon Casino Dive Day Club - 25 min drive
K.J. Chinese Restaurant - 25 min drive
Rincon Reservation Road Brewery - 25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique authentic1920s Cozy Cabin surrounded by 100 ft Pines - in Cool Mts. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique authentic1920s Cozy Cabin surrounded by 100 ft Pines - in Cool Mts. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique authentic1920s Cozy Cabin surrounded by 100 ft Pines - in Cool Mts. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique authentic1920s Cozy Cabin surrounded by 100 ft Pines - in Cool Mts. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Palomar Mountain State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Palomar Observatory and Palomar Mountain. Lake Henshaw and Harrah's Resort Southern California are also within 16 miles (25 km).

8.4

Very good

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

27 November 2023

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

Quiet and Rustic

A great place to get away from it all.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

16 June 2023

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

Magical

The cabin was definately something special. We didn't expect the beautiful surroundings and morning birdsong to be that perfect. Much bigger than it seems in the photos and everything you could possibly need. Cozy but so much space to move around. Clean and welcoming. Perfect for our couples escape. Recharge and lazy or go wandering on exploration hikes. Seriously magical. We will be back. Bring food n drinks. Everything else youll need is there and the owner is lovely. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 June 2023

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

Hidden Gem in Palomar

We wish we could have stayed longer. We spent most of our time relaxing in the sunroom enjoying the view of the majestic pines and birds. It was fun just to imagine how life is back then at this location. Lilac is sure not Ritz-Carlton, but we loved it for its charms, coziness and location. Thank you Martin for being such a great host and we look forward to be back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph L.

18 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility and peace

We decided to come for 3 days break during July 4th and it was a delighrful experience. We enjoyed to be in the cabin because it broughr us to a rustic, simple and yet family connection. Martin was of a great help. Very much accessible and attentive to our needs. We enjoyed a lot having our breakfast with the birds on the porch. We're definitely willing to return and have a wonderful family vacation. We highly recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Sheldon N.

10 October 2016

Rustic-an accurate description

We just stayed there for one night. Directions were easy, just follow the signs posted when you get to Bailey's and you can't really miss it. The cabin itself is very quaint, you can tell it is a very old structure with lots of period decorations that make you feel like it was trapped in time. They have lots of games and old DVD's to keep you busy if you don't want to just hang out on the deck and listen to the woodpeckers. Kitchen and bathroom facilities were nothing fancy, but perfect for what we needed. There was no firewood around, so we had to fire up the propane heater inside. Kind of wanted to enjoy the fire-pit outside, maybe next time. The place could use a little TLC, just a good cleaning and a little paint here and there. The bathroom ceiling is moldy from moisture. We didn't use the pillows because they had this crinkly plastic cover on them that made them pretty much unusable. Woke up at about 3AM to squirrels running across the bedroom ceiling which continued for about an hour, guess they're getting ready for winter too. With a little bit of work this place could be much better while still maintaining it's character.

About the host

Hosted by Martin Eder

I am a retired teacher. Rebuilding the historic Lilacs cabin on beloved Palomar Mt. was a labor of love. I believe you will feel the spirit of the vortex - a place that Native Americans cherished and that attracted city dwellers since the 1800s to seek communion with the natural world.

Why they chose this property

I love the lush greenery and the mountain air. I love the experience the seasonal changes. This cabin satisfies my longing for nature and some solitude. Within minutes of arriving I am a better person forgetting the frenzy of city life. This is a place to worship peace and Mother Nature.

What makes this property unique

With 2 living rooms upstairs, there is room to spread out. Balcony off the back feels like you are in the tree tops.
There are good vibes in this cabin - a wonderful place for family gatherings or reunions with friends. This can be a place for healing and growing enduring relationships.

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