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Beautiful Storybook Home with hot tub, in the forest. Close to hiking trails.

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5123 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
  • Place, Mount San Jacinto State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Idyllwild Nature Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Idyllwild

With a stay at this vacation home in Idyllwild (Fern Valley), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Mount San Jacinto State Park and San Jacinto Mountains. .This vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Idyllwild Nature Center and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Idyllwild Park.
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What's nearby

  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Agua Caliente Casino - 56 min drive - 102.7 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 60 min drive - 90.5 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 57 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alpaca Coffee & Tea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Egg House - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Storybook Home with hot tub, in the forest. Close to hiking trails.

This fairy tale home in the middle of the forest that features 3 bed & 2 baths.
Beautifully landscaped with a creek that runs alongside the property with deer often roaming the grounds. Our cabin features a large hot tub on the back deck that is very private. You will not believe the grounds, surrounded by nature. A true gem.
The home is located in the upscale Fern Valley section of Idyllwild, close to Humber Park Trailhead with fantastic views of Lily Rock! Set in the forest, this cabin is a dream for those looking for a nature retreat. Cert#001306
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,321 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please remember to turn off the heat. Turn the the thermostat to off. Thank you!

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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
Property Registration Number 001306

Property is also known as

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Beautiful Storybook Home with hot tub, in the forest. Close to hiking trails. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Spence T.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cozy and very inviting cabin was very pleasant! Mark was an excellent host who was extremely supportive! The "feel and comfort" made it so peaceful. Fantastic time, thanks Mark!Spence & Rose
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host's instructions and communication were excellent. The home is exactly as advertised: beautiful inside and out, in an ideal location close to hiking trails. It has a sweet and welcoming feeling and I can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hot tub was very warm. Fireplace didn’t quite add much more warmth and didn’t last too long.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

April K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin surpassed all of our expectations! Hands down the cutest, coziest, and most comfortable cabin I have ever visited. The host was very responsive, the check-in process was simple, and the cabin was an absolute dream! We enjoyed the hot tub, it was very clean and hot! We had fires in the fireplace every night while we watched Christmas movies. And we got peanuts from the village market and fed all of the beautiful grey squirrels and birds around the back deck. After leaving, we all talked about making this an annual destination because we loved it so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very comfy stay! We brought our own firewood and groceries for quick meals. Bedrooms very cozy and warm. It was the perfect storybook setting for us to write for our album. Hosts were very communicative and instructions very clear.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was beautiful and in working condition! Very cozy house, and easy to follow guidelines. Close to the town center and still far away enough to feel like a retreat. Enjoyed our stay very much! Thank you :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was home away from home. The home has a great special energy to it , and peaceful look on the inside and outside MAKES IT A HOME AWAY FROM HOME.This is the 3rd or 4th time we been here . We absolutely love it! Next visit I will bring my kids. Usually, it is only me and my wife. But I will make it a point to bring my kids for the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zen

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay and beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

brett b.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin was amazing! The rooms were super comfortable and full space a wonderful Jacuzzi, perfect fireplace, and great porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karl B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We arrived to a filthy place. The housekeeper hadn't come. Dirty slept in sheets and bedding. Towels unwashed. Shower didn't look like it had ever been cleaned. Kitchen Faucet was broken off so no kitchen sink available. Cell phones don't work there so we drove into town got service and got the owners voice mail. We decided to leave and find other accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything with this property was 5 stars, with one exception, the TV. The service is thru Spectrum. I'll admit that I am technically challenged , but it took me hours trying to figure out how to operate it. The remote control was very strange and very unresponsive to the TV. There was no volume control on either the remote or even the TV itself. On some channels it was so loud it hurt our ears. Very frustrating and annoying. Except for the TV everything else was great, we enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna C.

Beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Aliso Viejo, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant and relaxing mountain home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
As nice as it looksVery peaceful timeThanks MarkEnjoyed the property and areaFirst time but not the last time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was as advertised. If you want a cozy cabin tucked away in a quiet area of Idyllwild this would be an excellent choice. We only used 1 of the 3 bedrooms and had no problem sleeping (mattress quality is always one of my biggest concerns). Grounds are well kept and we used the hot tub every evening after our hikes. A short drive into town and to the major trail heads. Check in was seamless and everything worked in the cabin.
From parking area
Cozy Living room
Great lighting at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was amazing. We really embraced the nature, the peace, the creatures around us. The home was absolutely perfect, spacious, accommodating. Looking forward to booking with Mark again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Getaway

The weather was perfect. The cabin was so peaceful and lovely. I have booked a second stay already.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tabitha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous views

It doesn’t matter where you are there are only good views from this place. We really enjoyed the hot tub and beautiful landscaping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Stay

The house was nice and in a great location. The family enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Storybook cabin visit

Property is stunning house was clean and comfortable beautiful stay, Owner Mark great to connect with
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllwild cabin in the woods

As advertised, beautiful and quiet mountain retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely wonderful

We lucked out with a snow weekend. It was magical- the location was great a quiet neighborhood-hot tub was clean and kept hot for us to use the 1st night. The cute little clawfoot tub was a little too short but for kids it would be perfect for sure!! I loved how cozy everything felt I think the couch might need to be updated soon the bed was very comfortable I would have liked to burn wood in the fireplace but can understand about mess and fire risks. The duraflame log just wasn’t quite the same. I didn’t find the microwave until the last day it’s above the oven in the cupboard I’m short so I wouldn’t have been safely able to use it anyway owner was quick to respond to all our questions (only a few) I plan on renting again in the summer or fall with a group of friends to experience all the magic the property has to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Don K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Storybook Home

Property looked great online, but exterior was dirty, many light fixtures were either improperly wired, flickering lights or missing light blubs, unsafe to walk around after dark. Pots and pans in kitchen were advertised, however they were the non-stick variety with most significantly scratched making them unsafe to use. TV was new and not registered to owner, requiring renter to create an account with Samsung to use TV. Major inconvenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025