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Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8138 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
  • San Jacinto Mountains
    1 min walk
  • Idy Sushi Rolls
    4 min drive
  • Palm Springs Station
    51 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    72 min drive

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About the area

Idyllwild

With a stay at this cabin in Idyllwild, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from San Jacinto Mountains and a 2-minute drive from Idyllwild Nature Center. .This cabin is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Mount San Jacinto State Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Idyllwild Park.

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 2 min drive
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 5 min drive
  • Idyllwild Park - 5 min drive
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 51 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Pizza Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Mill Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines

This well maintained cabin sits on 3/4 acres ready for your exploration. This bright open concept 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom vacation rental enjoys amazing views of the local mountain peaks. Living spaces and bedrooms are on separate floors. Two large covered decks, one on each level offers great views. Wood ceilings and mountain decor bring outdoor living indoors. Neat, clean and ready for your downtime!

Note: Picture of the master bedroom shows a TV. This TV is no longer on the property.

Thank you for your interest in our cabin. It is a very quiet and cozy place to relax.

I want you to be aware of a few our policies. These are all things we've had issues with in the past. By booking you agree to the following rules.

1. No Smoking in the house or on the decks. If you must smoke please do so on the driveway or street and use the metal trash can near the lower entry to dispose of butts. It is in a very high risk fire area.

2. No Parties. Generally family birthday parties are fine but we have had issues with "21" year old parties thrown by families that have gotten out of control.

3. No Dishwasher on site. There is no automatic dishwasher at the cabin. All dishes must be washed and put away. There is a minimum $25 fee if the cleaners have to do the dishes.

4. The house must be generally picked up before you leave. Leaving full trash bag is ok but leaving trash all over the house isn't. There can be an extra cleaning fee if the dishes aren't cleaned and put away.

5. Dogs are fine but we also ask that you bring a blanket for your dog if you allow them on the couch or bed with you. We have had dogs in the past and understand accidents happen. We have carpet cleaner at the cabin. In the case of an accident please thoroughly clean up. All animal leavings need to be cleaned up. We also have individual cleanup bags for your convenience. No cats, we're allergic. Yes we had someone bring a cat.

Our place is dog friendly and has a fenced space behind for them to play.
Maximum 2 pets allowed
Must be House Trained
No unattended pets left in the house.
Should be on leash when outside.
$100 fee per undisclosed pet discovered

6. The cabin is designed with all the bedrooms and bathrooms downstairs. The kitchen and living areas are upstairs. This means that during the day stairs would have to be traversed to use the bathroom.

7. Maximum 8 people staying at the property, without our expressed permission. The house is on a septic system and more than 8 people taxes it. The area is also very quiet and we don't want to disturb our neighbors. There are cameras on the front of the cabin overlooking the driveway and two front doors.

8. Thermostat settings. The cabin is equipped with an internet enabled thermostat. Please be considerate when adjusting the thermostat. Owners will be alerted when the thermostat is set really high or really low.

There are limited vents upstairs so the best way to cool or heat the upstairs is to close all the downstairs doors. Other things that help are to close the vents in the bathrooms and close one of the two vents in the master bedroom. Running both of the ceiling fans upstairs really helps with cooling and airflow.
If the vents are adjusted properly there is no need to set the thermostat below 75 in the summer and 70 in the winter.
Adjusting the doors and vents also helps when the wood burning stove is in use as it forces the warmer air downstairs.

EV Charging fee: $12.50/day

We feel it's better to have set expectations before booking your stay.

Thanks again for you interest.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free cabin features a stereo, games, and a playground. Amenities and recreational activities include a video library, hiking/biking trails nearby, and mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Michael

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Heightened fire risk in the area. No Smoking.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1488 sq ft (138 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines Cabin
Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines Idyllwild
Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines Cabin Idyllwild

Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harvest R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic mountain getaway!
We had such a fabulous stay at “the treehouse,” as we were calling it! The owner was very responsive and helpful, and easy to communicate with. The property was gorgeous, in a neighborhood near town, yet completely private. We loved exploring the large backyard, and watching the birds on the balcony (we bought unsalted peanuts at the local grocery store). The house was lovely, cozy, and very clean. (I am allergic to dogs so I was a little nervous when I saw that they allow people to bring thier dogs, but I had no issue, so that says a lot about the cleanliness!). The kitchen had everything we needed, and more. We explored the town, went on some hikes, and played lots of board and card games. It was a perfect family getaway, and we would absolutely love to stay again next time we are in Idyllwild! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

christy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Treetop getaway
We had an amazing visit to Idyllwild. The owner was incredibly helpful and communicated regularly to ensure we had all we needed. We would definitely visit again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a super property and a wonderful holiday.
The house looks amazing from the photos and description - in reality it is actually better ! There is everything you could want in this house and more and we had the most fabulous stay. Having stayed in holiday homes across Europe and the States I can honestly say this is the best ever. The home is beautifully furnished with comfortable beds and sofas and as a guest you really feel at home with everything from the fluffy towels to the selection of complimentary toiletries waiting on arrival. The house was immaculately clean and kept at a perfect temperature not too hot and not too cold. The kitchen was well equipped and everything easy to use with plenty of cutlery and cups, plates etc…. Access to the property was easy and straightforward and there is ample car parking outside the front door. The directions given were spot on and it was easy to locate. Out on the deck you are entertained by the awesome local wildlife - we met a variety of birds and some very cheeky and cute chipmunks which played around the house and in the trees. Our favourite was the gorgeous blue Stellar Jays who visited every morning at breakfast time. The local town of Idyllwild has a small supermarket and some great shops to buy local produce and souvenirs - we loved the pottery studio and purchased some delightful mementos of our trip. Everyone we met was friendly and welcoming. Cannot fault this place or the location at all and we were not disappointed by anything. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great cabin! Kids had a blast with all the short hikes available to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend
Great cabin, location, and property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regilson

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time with family!! Very peaceful getaway!! Michael was very attentive and a wonderful host!! I can’t wait to come back!! Thank you for your amazing hospitality!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Right
Great place for a getaway with old friends
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Janis D.

Vacation
We enjoyed our stay. The location is excellent. We found many sheets and towels in the dryer drying when we arrived. We folded them and put them in the closet. We also were not able to use the main bedroom fan because there was no remote. We thought about using the outdoor grill, but it was disgustingly dirty. I have stayed at other Idyllwild rentals that were much cleaner. You really can’t beat the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful treetop retreat
Wonderful cabin nestled in the treetops. The two decks were very special, one caught the early morning sunshine, and the other was a feeding station for local wildlife. There were nuts and birdseed at the cabin, and that paired with some apple slices bought in many varieties of birds and squirrels. We sat out with our coffee and breakfast, and watched them all eating theirs! We explored trails and the town, all a short drive away. This is a beautiful cabin, clean, well stocked, and with plenty of hot water. We had a much needed mini mountain retreat and left feeling refreshed. Exactly what we were looking for. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hiram J., Long Beach, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
What a trip!
Wow, wow, I know this review is a bit late, but better late then never. We had such an exciting trip. The cabin was beautiful and well taken care of. This is the first rental that was actually clean and comfortable. The beds were nice and comfy the family space was wonderful to just hang out in and play table games. We had a blast. The only issue was that the house is a top of a hill and the road up is a bit steep. We had two cars, luckily one was a awd. The other a 4 cylinder rav4 fwd, this car could not make it up the icy road. Try as we may, we couldn’t get the car up to the property. We ended up having to leave car at a community center and lucky we didn’t get a ticket or got towed. We also went when there was that freak snow storm, so that car was snowed in. We ended up having to shovel it out. I would just suggest that you have a car that can make it up icy steep roads if you go in the winter and there is snow. It wouldn’t have been one of our trips with out some kind of adventure. I also lost the house key in the snow when my awd almost got stuck as well. The host was gracious and only charged me the key replacement. I know others would have charged a pretty penny. Thank you thank you. I hope you will have us back next time we come up again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeannie m., Menifee

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
Peaceful enjoyable n relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning!
We absolutely loved this property and the multiple decks. While we were there, it snowed and a creek was nearby that we could listen to out on the deck. The property has everything you could need and was very close to town. The owner was very communicative and very kind. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
This place was the perfect size and location for a family getaway. Just a couple miles from town. Great layout for spending time together, kitchen right next to family room. Lots of games and streaming options for entertainment. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Idyllwild Getaway
We had a great weekend!! We would stay here again. Clean, cozy, great location, has everything we needed for the weekend. Great for kids. Wi-Fi worked perfectly. Great communication with host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house, very clean and in a quiet area
We really enjoyed our stay. It was very relaxing and the home was in a quiet area, but close to town. The house was actually nicer then we expected and the kitchen had more amenities then what was listed. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck watching the birds. If you stay here, buy unsalted peanuts for the stellar jays. They entertained us and asked for more each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain getaway
Our stay was amazing! We were just 1.5 miles from town and there were so many great hiking trails nearby. Just a short walk down the hill from the house is a mountain resource center that has information on things to do in the surrounding area. I also have to give Michael a big shout out. He was very helpful and gave us recommendations on where to eat and some trails to check out close to the house. 10/10 will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS M., Los Angeles, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin with Excellent Balconies
The place was in a nice quiet area only 2 miles from Idyllwild, the WiFi worked great, we enjoyed the 2 excellent balconies, it has a wood stove which we used, our only issue was the stairs and much of flooring was very slick for our older dogs and that made it tough for them to get around on it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jutta S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
We had a fabulous time in Michael's adorable cabin in the woods. Michael was very responsive, and we came back to Los Angeles completely rejuvenated ; )
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian B., Los Angeles, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice layout with all bedrooms at lower floor.
Cabin is nice. Has everything you need for your stay. Pet friendly. Really enjoyed it.

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay !!
We had a wonderful time at the cabin .. Kids and pets loved it ! Very clean and tidy !! Would definitely recommend !! Thanks Again !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We had a great time at the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

CYNTHIA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful.
We like the house, the place. This is good for much younger than Seniors. This is good also on hot time or Summer. It is cold there and going back it’s foggy. So pick the good season for this house. The house is beautiful, and clean.

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe V.

Liked: Cleanliness
House on the Treetops
This was such a great place to come and unwind. The views were breathtaking! The place was very clean and it had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Plenty of towels, fresh linens and even doggie baggies for our fur babies. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

val H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Last year my son’s 8th birthday party was canceled due to Covid. Due to covid we still couldn’t have a real bday party, so instead we decided to have a mini vacation in Idylwild and this cabin was perfect for it! Everything was clean and inviting. There were games available doe the kids to play. The kitchen had what we needed. We loved watching the beautiful birds come to the bird feeders. There was still some snow on the ground for the kids to experience snow. The owner was responsive and helpful. It was just what we all needed to escape the stressors of our lives. I’m so glad we stayed here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
The cabin had a wonderful treehouse feel, with beautiful trees all around and great views throughout the cabin. My two little ones ( ages 2 and 4) loved watching the birds and squirrels and exploring the nearby trails at at the Idyllwild park and nature center. The cabin is very close to town and other excursions. Very clean and the owners very accommodating. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020