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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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

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About the neighborhood

Idyllwild

City center stay.Your stay at this Idyllwild vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Idyllwild Park and Idyllwild Nature Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Idyllwild Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lake Hemet - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 54 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Idyllwild Pizza Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Kettle - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lumber Mill Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved!

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Riverside Rental Permit RVC - 1143

NOT FENCED - 16 foot tether • 8 guests max. 3 bdrm- all private with queen beds + bonus room “Lava Lounge” • 2 bth (tub/shower in one, shower in other) • fire pit • in town center yet very private• a very homey - home away from home family get away beautifully landscaped 1/2 acre with apple & pear trees, a small seasonal creek, walking paths and bridges

Emma and I are long time locals, are trained in interior design and high end hospitality, we have been hosting wonderful guests like you for years.

Each home has a different charm and experience. If one is booked for the dates you are interested in then try checking another.

ALL OF OUR HOMES:
• Our homes have been fully designed and renovated or partially renovated
• All are very loved and not a typical vacation rental (read the reviews!).
• Are always professionally deep cleaned after every stay
• Are all dog and child friendly (only the Palm Desert home is adults only, no pets)
• Have fast internet
• Have luxury lines and comfortable beds
• Have AC and Heat (with extra portable fans and portable heaters).
• Have wood burning fire places
• Have outdoor string lights
• Have propane grills
• Have filtered water pitchers
• Have Smart TV’s
• Have a selection of games and books
• Have a lock box for entry so no need to pick up keys or meet us in person (unless you prefer that)
• Are close to town center (Two are just 1 block away, others around 1.5 miles away)
• Are close to hiking/walking trails
• Have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and off street parking
• Have hammocks
• Are stocked with everything you need and more (a detailed list arrives seven days prior to arrival)
• Have a welcome gift and a personal welcome note upon arrival
• Have an on your honor bar and on your honor firewood use
• Have a journal to share your adventures and read up on others
• Are continuously upgraded and looked after to ensure a wonderful stay

WHAT THIS HOME HAS (in addition to the above list):
• Steps to town, yet totally quiet and private
• Washer/Dryer
• Gas fire pit
• Two stoves (one is outdoors)
• 16 foot tether’s - for your dog :-)
• Cool hideout sleep/play spaces for kiddos (and adults!)
• Starry night light projector

DOG INFORMATION (if you are bringing any):
We don’t have a weight limit but trust that your dogs are well behaved and will be wonderful guests in our beautiful homes :-) $25 per dog per stay for extra cleaning.

WHAT WE PROVIDE:
• Fenced yard or enclosed deck (some properties) • 16 foot tether in the yards (if not fenced) • dog bowls • dog treats • dog waste bags • pet wipes (to wipe down pups after outside walks/play - DO NOT FLUSH) .
• PET FEES: $25 per dog flat fee per stay. That goes to our cleaning crew for the extra time cleaning. Instructions to pay are on the check out sheet at the house.

Property manager

Melissa Wilson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RVC-1143

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved! to the airport?

This vacation home is 53.4 mi (75-min drive) away from the Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved! to downtown Idyllwild?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Idyllwild.

Best in town location•private•pro clean•dogs ok•kids play space•fire pit•loved! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Property!

Would come back to this property over and over! Location is perfect with a short walk to get into town for restaurants, shops and small town feel. The hosts were so communicative in every way.... we travel with 2 Golden Retrievers and they made their stay so comfortable as well! Large yard to play in and welcoming treats, dog bowls, paw wipes too! Kitchen is very well stocked with just about everything you could use or want! Can't say enough about this perfect place to stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal Location

Walk to bagels, upscale Italian, the movie theatre, ice cream, the gift shop. . Seriously awesome location. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming House

A charming house with all the amenities which made our family's stay fun and comfortable. The lava room was our grandsons' favorite. The location was within walking distance to the village. The hosts were helpful and easily receptive to our needs. I could this house being our family's favorite annual retreat
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location and comfortable

This property is wonderful! I’ve been going to Idyllwild for years and have stayed many places. The location of this home is perfect and the grounds are interesting and fun!! Three bridges over a seasonal creek. The beds were comfortable and bathrooms were nice. The couches and fireplace combo were perfect for us. Being about to bring the dogs was convenient and the house was very clean and didn’t smell like any pets or anything. We lived it all!! The kids especially loved the lava lounge and extra games.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri B., Redondo Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tama B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peacemas get away

We were there for just one quick night, but it was our first time to Idyllwild and we fell in love with the little town just seconds away walking from the cabin.The cabin was spacious and easily accommodated our family of six and our two dogs.We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very close to town

My daughter wanted to spend her 13th bday in a cabin that was within walking distance of town. Boy did this fit the bill! Very confidante home and the 13 year old girls loved the lift area. In the warmer weather, i can imagine the yard is so amazing and inviting for adventure but we're a bunch of babies so it was too cold for us to spend much time out. I would urge anyone wanting to stay at a place to check out the town to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Byron T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

All went well on our stay. Property is in great location, close to town and hiking trails(drivable). Home is older, feels rustic but everything worked. We used the wood burning fireplace every day and it was a godsend on the cool nights and mornings! Great communication with host Melissa, very quick with any inquiries.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ease and Comfort

Perfect location - in town, but off the path, so quiet and woodsy but walkable to everything. The cleanest cabin I have ever stayed in, it was immaculate. Everything is labeled and all questions answered by binder and signs in the cabin. Very comfortable and inviting space. Dog and family friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

The house was well equipped and very clean. They even had treats ready for our dog. You can’t beat the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C., Wildomar, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain private retreat

Perfect location within a short walking distance to town. Property is clean and well stocked with everything you may need. Fluffy tailed squirrels put on a show all day long right out your windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CJ E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllwild writers retreat, perfect place for comfortable, clean, pleasant lodging close to town

Cheerful, clean welcoming place on quiet street about 1 minute walk to town (visit the ice cream shop!) 3 minute walk to our writers retreat lodge. So convenient for us! Managers were friendly, easy to get hold of, quickly responded to questions. Layout is private master bedroom with bathroom, two bedrooms on other side of LR with shared bathroom. Kitchen nicely stocked, not just with all the cookware, cutlery, mugs, gadgets etc etc. you’d need, but also with nice array of basic spices, and life-saving …. coffee. Bathroom towels are of a high standard and bedding wonderfully comfortable. Cons: Lots of windows but dim at night, common to the area (efficiency bulbs). Bring your own shampoo. Bottom line: I’ve stayed in other places in the area and would definitely come back to this one. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location and beautiful property

Loved everything about this spot. Easy walking access to everything downtown, and the surrounding gardens make you feel like you’re farther away from it all. The fresh apples off the tree and the lava room are a nice bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home Great Location

The house was lovely with great access to the town and restaurants. The owners were quick to respond to any questions we had and provided a great experience. The house has something for everyone, especially a fun hideaway loft for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Miguel A V.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Check in was at 3:00PM. Arrived at 4:30, and place was a mess. Had to wait 2 hours enjoy place. 😞☹️

Nice, but check in date was horrible. Kind of ruined our entire trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

soledad r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soledad

This is our third visit and it gets better each time we go. The home is very well stocked with the essentials for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great backyard

We love this house for the location and the backyard.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane H., Newport Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Grandma adventure

We loved the house so much and want to go back! They go above and beyond and think of everything! Loved being able to walk to town, that’s a game changer! Kids cried to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Getaway

The Cedar Street house is great... perfect location, walkable to everything, beautiful surrounds and views and even with the very close proximity to the village feels tucked away in its own little pocket of forest. The house was immaculate and very well appointed with supplies for our family of five and furball companion. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

WOW!

We LOVED our little family getaway! Cabin is just as described, the small creek was running, saw huge squirrels and bluejays in the yard! Here during some rain so our planned hike had to be cancelled but walked the town and neighborhood instead which worked out great! Came across a nice big running creek with the dogs! And we woke up to some snow on the ground in the mornings that was absolutely beautiful! Wish we stayed a little longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

I was originally hesitant to stay “in town” because I was concerned it wouldn’t provide the full “mountain cabin” experience but this was really the best of both worlds. We were within walking distance of everything but as soon as you stepped onto the property it felt like you were miles away. The property was perfect for our (adult) children their dogs and our 2 year old grandson. We were able to give him a “wilderness experience” without leaving the property. The place is well kept but not immaculate, which is perfect with dogs and young children. Ours are all well behaved but it’s still nice to be able to let them have fun without worrying about them damaging a bunch of fragile decorations. There is a small part of me that wants to give this property a bad review just so it is more likely to be available the next time we want to visit Idyllwild.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy & Andrew C., Oceanside, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Home For Perfect Stay!

We love Idyllwild and decided to do a long weekend with another family. The 8 of us included adults, teens, and tweens. There was enough space for us to sleep, relax and play board games, and enjoy cooking meals. The bonus was how close it was to everything. We never used our car unless it was to leave town to find snow. The property is super clean and had everything we needed. We also loved the super cute outside with a porch to sit with everyone and even a bridge over a little creek for the kids to walk and explore. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Home

We had a wonderful weekend on Cedar Street. The home was so warm and cozy! We appreciated the artistically placed touches throughout the home. The living room was much bigger than it appeared in the photos. We had lots of family time playing games around the beautiful fireplace. We appreciates being able to walk to restaurants, shops and grocery stores from the home. We were unable to enjoy the outside due to the rain. We will be back again to spend some time in the awesome backyard. Melissa was very responsive and helpful. Her kindness regarding our dog’s stay was valued by all of us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Snowy Stay

We are repeat guests, and just love the well appointed cabin, peppery and the proximity to town! We got lucky enough to experience a few inches of snow to the delight of my kiddo. A warm fireplace, plenty of exploring to do, and a quick walk to the shops made for a relaxing few days and family memories. The cabin is spotless, we love the layout and lots of thoughtful extras! Thank you for another phenomenal stay. We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, dog friendly & close to town!

I highly recommend the Cedar St. Retreat for a guest and dog friendly vacation! Located super close to town, this darling cabin has everything you'll need to enjoy your get-away in Idyllwild.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023