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Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest

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A wooden bench in a shaded area with a rocky backdrop and trees.
A serene garden with a gazebo, surrounded by mature trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A cabin with a chimney, wooden deck, and a sign welcoming visitors.
A cozy living room with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There are potted plants and a rug on the floor.
A cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet access
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Pine Valley, CA
  • Place, Pine Valley County Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Valley Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Viejas Casino
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Pine Valley

Located in Pine Valley, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Viejas Bowl and Miguel Hidalgo Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Laguna Mountain Recreation Area and Pacific Southwest Railway Museum. California Wolf Center and Sacred Rocks Reserve Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking, mountain biking and cycling.
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Pine Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Pine Valley County Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Pine Valley Library - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Viejas Casino - 17 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 28 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Sycuan Casino - 34 min drive - 41.7 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Veronica's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Descanso Junction Restaurant and Catering - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frosty Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pam's Place - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pine Valley (Galley, Mess Hall) - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest?

As of 6 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest on 25 April 2027 start from NZ$959, 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 Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming log cabin surrounded by the hills of the Cleveland National Forest located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pine Valley County Park and Pine Valley Library. Cleveland National Forest and Descanso Branch San Diego County Library are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife & two kids loved it here! We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't find a better deal!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and quiet. Loved the atmosphere. Beautiful cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect setting ! Everything was in good working condition, plenty of towels and so so cozy. Made our annual family reunion that much more memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice little cabin

Very nice little cabin. Clean and charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cabin!

What a wonderful place to stay! With family living in Pine Valley, this is a great rental to be able to use when we have visitors come to town. The cabin is very well equipped and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent cabin and friendly communication with the owner propriety 😉
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cabin

Our family loved staying here! Our younger kiddos loved all the toys and our bigger kiddo loved mountain biking and the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming remote cottage

Cozy and comfortable cottage in rural Pine Valley. Well furnished and tucked away on the edge of town. The access road is very rough and dusty. Overall our stay was very good. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fourth of July Spectacular

We enjoyed it very much. Celebrated my birthday on the 4th… Went out lake, got pies, went to the beach… So much to do, so much fun! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Cabin

Great cabin in a woodsy, central part of Pine Valley. Feels like you’re in a private, remote area but everything you need is nearby. We went fishing to Lake Cuyamaca and to Julian the next day. Both an easy drive from the cabin. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The house was so cozy and clean..and had all the amenities we needed. I was amazed that the appliances were from and era where they actually worked well! The host was awesome..very concerned about our comfort during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family retreat

We wanted to meet up with our sons for Thanksgiving. We all cooked, played games, went for a hike, and watched a movie. It was a memorable weekend and the perfect place to be! weekendholidayholidayweekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas

Very cozy and was perfect for Christmas
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a nice getaway!

We stayed here for a multigenerational family long weekend retreat. It was lovely! Clean, very well appointed, easy parking, nice backyard. The kids enjoyed plenty of outdoor and indoor time together. Adults loved the convenience of nice kitchen and bedrooms. This property is a bargain!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, cozy mountain home!

We had such a great time here! The house was immaculate and the owners had thoughtfully provided oodles of conveniences… from toiletries to paper towels, firewood and starter! The backyard is stunning - we felt as though we had the entire oak forest to ourselves! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Getaway

We needed a 3-bedroom place to accommodate 3 friends wanting to hike/explore the area. This cabin was perfect for us. The location was right next to very nice hike (Nobel Canyon) and not far from others. The beds were comfy, the neighborhood very quiet, water was hot and pressure good. All the appliances worked fine. Kitchen was small but very workable. The house manual gave plenty of useful instructions. We used the space heaters in the morning, otherwise the temp was very pleasant. It was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It's a good deal

We have stayed twice at this property, both times over a Presidents weekend. The rental cost is a good deal. 3 bedrooms and a big backyard for kids. Keep in mind no forced air heating or air conditioning. Wood burning stove and fans. The kitchen is small but very workable. Two of the bedrooms have good beds, one has a mattress that really should be replaced. I like this spot, it's very convenient, very affordable, we'll likely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

ENJOYED OUR SHORT GETAWAY

The cabin was cute and quaint. The view from the sunroom was wonderful. There isn't a way to hook up a Roku or game system (e.g., WII) to the TV's (no outlets) so leave those at home and enjoy the endless number of games at the cabin. We played some we've never played before. Great fun! There aren't other cabins really nearby so you may feel isolated if you are used to having neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2021
Sorry you had problems with your WII, I have hooked it up to that TV before as well as many other guests. However, we were so happy to hear how you found other new ways to have family time together - that's awesome! Happy New Year to you all!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy, relaxing getaway from the city

Loved staying at this remote little piece of Heaven. Back porch is an amazingly easy way to take in all of God’s flying creatures, within the comfort and warmth of the cabin. Property management, was on call for any of my needs. Cabin was really cozy and rustic, but with so many cute and personal touches to it, I almost had myself convinced it was “ours” and we were out there for a long weekend, just as we would every week. Such a nice respite from the craziness of city life. Thank you for sharing it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic Peace

I was anticipating this out-of-town trip for some time. It had been over 3 years (pre-COVID) since I was able to take a break from normal family life and enjoy nature without kids in tow 😊. I was not disappointed in the least with my stay in The Cabin. It’s in a rustic setting which is what I was needing. The setting is very private. The wood burning stove is nostalgic and wonderful. The downstairs bed was very comfortable. The deck area was perfect for hanging out and listening to the bountiful sounds of nature. And there were many hiking trails close-by. I’d recommend the Kitchen Table trail (easy 4 mile out and back with a small waterfall at the turning point). I anticipate requesting to stay again in the future—a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pine Valley

This log cabin was beautiful and I’d stay here again. It was so peaceful. I walked down the road and went for a short hike into the mountains and saw a lot of wild flowers. The upstairs bedroom on the right and the ground level bedroom need the ceiling fans repaired. There are no separate chains for the fans and it gets warm in there during the day. Either the door locks or the keys should be replaced, they’re a little difficult. Other than those two things, everything was perfect. Much thanks to Michele and Flip for sharing your cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Exelent !!!!!!

Only three days are not enough to enjoy this gem and all its details Since one enters the village, you start to enjoy your stay, thanks to the map drawn by the hosts we could reach more comfortably, as the road was better. No matter if the road was irregular, we enjoy it, I drive my toyota corolla do not need a hummer The cabin is completely enjoyable, it is full of details that we enjoyed the large and very comfortable living room, as well as the well equipped kitchen, the bedrooms were very cozy, and enough space for the whole family. We were very happy to find several videos of Christian content very appropriate for the ocacion of Easter Cristen and Michelle, take it very seriously to provide everything we need so that we are very happy. The garden is so beautiful and all around to be taking pictures all day, there are many board games and also to play outside We were enjoying the horses of the neighbors and taking photos The baths full of things you might have forgotten like soap, shampoo, foam to shave, body cream, new toothbrush etc all in case something is forgotten. There are many paths to walk and exercise, we walk around and the neighbors are very friendly, my 81 year old mother was very happy and my brothers and nephews delighted Excellent customer service Thank you Michelle and Cristen for responding quickly to our request for the cabin I think we'll be asking again soon God bless you Respectfully Alejandro Kennedy Shepherd
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you so much for your review Alejandro! We are overjoyed to hear you enjoyed your stay! We are pleased you found the map helpful and the cabin easy to find on the outskirts of town. We are happy to hear your family enjoyed the outdoor space as well, with the neighborhood horses and the landscape, it sure is beautiful during spring and summer with all the flowers and wildlife. We are also happy to hear you took advantage of our DVD and boardgame selection. We are continually adding new titles and new ways to enjoy time together as a family. We sure hope you'll be able to come back and visit us again soon with your family. There are many more trails to hike, sights to see, and memories to be made! Thank you for choosing to stay with us for Easter 2017, we hope it was one you'll never forget! God Bless!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Pine Valley retreat house

Four days of very comfortable retreat for our group of six. Even though the weather outside was hot and mid nineties, the house is set among many trees which resulted in cool breezes and cool nights. The place was immaculate, tidy, decorated in a country rustic style. Kitchen convenient and modern appliances. It is located right next to the national forest on a back road so you do not get any through traffic. The house, year and interior is actually nicer than most of the photos. The large back yard is beautifully landscaped and terraced, just like the photos. We were able to walk around and spend some time there at night viewing full moon. Large living room was able to be a host center for our evenings. Easy three minute drive back to town for Major's diner for great breakfasts in this iconic sixties diner. Convenience also of the town grocery market for supplies. Some of our friends also stayed at the Pine Valley Inn just down the road so this made it easy for us all to connect. We were at a weekend day long retreat in Campo, so the house was our lodging for the nights and we regret not being able to spend the full days there as well. Well suited for hideaway in rural mountain setting. Lots of mutual privacy with neighbors whose homes are hidden among the trees and more than a hundred feet away. And nothing but forest across the street. Michelle easy to contact and work with. I use VRBO a lot over the years and it was really nice to spot this house in Pine Valley which normally does not have many listings. PS one of my favorite things at vacation places like this house was to find the fridge and cupboard does have teas, coffees,creamers, spices, butter, a few jams and things on hand .... this is so convenient when arriving at night and no stores available to pick up these little comfort items at the ready! VRBO homes are not hotel rentals, so things that make you feel at home are always welcome. Well done, Michelle.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Wow Jerry, what an incredible, detailed review! Thank you so much for this. We sure enjoyed having your group at The Cabin as our guests. We are so happy to hear you were so pleased with your stay! Isn't it amazing how cool the cabin stays during the summer! We are glad you were comfortable in the summer heat and found the cabin to be equipped with everything you needed for an enjoyable stay! We try to keep the basics regularly stocked for guests' convenience including coffee, various condiments, and toiletries. We're happy you found these items helpful. We hope you'll be able to return again in the future and enjoy more time staying with us. You were incredible guests and we welcome you back anytime that you please. Thank you again!
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