Cathleen's Country Cottage Welcomes Children and Pets!

• Patty Doll

  Patty Doll

  • Guest Patty Doll
  • Date of stay 01/01/13
  • Review Submitted 02/01/13
  Love this place! My husband, little daughter and I love going to Julian about 5-10 times a year for fun little day trips to just get away from the city, but this year for my birthday we wanted to actually stay a whole week. After looking at all the listings for places to stay, we chose Cathleen's Country Cottage because it had everything we were looking for- a cozy,quiet place nestled amonst the trees, a woodburning stove, a cute little kitchen to cook meals in, a dining table to sit as a family eat meals and play card games, but the selling point was that it was kid and pet friendlyand it was even gated for pets so we didn't have to worry about our dogs running off into the woods. I inquired about the cottage, the owner Nada Cathleen is such a sweetheart, and I could tell that she truly loved making sure that her quests that stay there are taken care of and have a pleasant stay. When we got to the cottage, she had it all set up for us, and had the heater turned on so when we came in out of the cold we walked in and felt at home. The bed was sooooo comfy, and waking up in the morning to the sun shining through the trees and hearing the birds sing was Heaven! Even the dog's had a great time! That was a really fun week spent together as a family, one we will never forget! If your looking for a great place to stay, I highly recommend Cathleen's Country Cottage!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thank you so much for sharing your feelings about your stay at Cathleen's Country Cottage. Our lovely cottage is very comfortable for adults, children, and pets. The natural beauty of our wooded property provides a great place to relax and unwind! Best Wishes, Nada Cathleen Grigsby, owner

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• Great Experience

  Great Experience

  • Guest Betty
  • Date of stay 12/24/12
  • Review Submitted 01/01/13
  I would like to thank Nada for her hospitality after a great 2 night stay at her cottage. My husband and our 2 young kids simply had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to vacation in the Julian area. We had a really great personal experience with Nada Grisby (owner). She is a person of her word and the cottage was just as she had described it, clean, bright, well maintained and very cozy. We got lost getting to the cabin and she called us on our cell phone to find out our whereabouts after failing to reach us at the cabin. She stayed with us on the phone and made sure we arrived safely at the cabin, we were so impressed by her kindness!! The cabin was very well stocked with everything from pots and pans to baking trays. She also wasted no time in refunding our full security deposit which she posted less than a week after our stay. My only regret is that we never got to enjoy the lovely balcony due to the weather (it was very cold and rainy) but hopefully we shall be back over the summer. I thank you Nada and highly recommend anyone to Cathleen's cottage, you will not be dissapointed - Betty

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Dear Betty, Thank you for this wonderful review. We want each of our rental guests to have an enjoyable experience at our cottage, and in the beautiful Julian area. We look forward to your return in the future! Nada Cathleen Grigsby, owner

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• Cozy and clean!

  Cozy and clean!

  • Guest Laurie M.
  • Date of stay 11/02/12
  • Review Submitted 11/08/12
  My mom, my seventeen year old daughter, and I thoroughly enjoyed the relaxing trip we had to Julian! We spent most of our time in the cabin talking, taking walks, and hanging out. We really loved the peaceful neighborhood and the sound of the leaves rustling as the sun shone through the lacy curtains. So nice to get away. The weather was beautiful and the trips to town were close and fun. We plan to return to the cottage and bring other family members, maybe even the dog! Thank you for everything!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Dear Laurie, Thank you for your review of Cathleen's Country Cottage. Our cottage is a wonderful place to relax and feel close to the natural beauty of the Julian area. --Nada Cathleen

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• Wonderful Relaxing Weekend!

  Wonderful Relaxing Weekend!

  • Guest Nita
  • Date of stay 04/27/12
  • Review Submitted 04/29/12
  What an experience....beautiful trees, flowers, birds, quiet, and peace. It could have been better, if we would have had time to stay for 2 weeks :-) The place was nicer than the photos. If you are looking for a nice relaxing getaway in a place that is clean, cozy, romantic and well maintained, this is the place for you. Nada, the owner, was so helpful with all of the details...she is quite a nice person to work with. The hike that she recommends has a fantastic view. I would highly recommend this lovely vacation spot!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thank you for submitting your review, which clearly reflects the lovely qualities of this comfortable vacation home and property. Our large, wooded lot attracts many migrating and local birds. Our country setting is wonderful for taking walks and bicycling. This is a true vacation spot, beautiful and relaxing!

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• Great house in a great neighborhood

  Great house in a great neighborhood

  • Guest JasonC
  • Date of stay 03/23/12
  • Review Submitted 03/26/12
  Our stay was great. Lots of room for our dog to run and the house itself was quaint and nice. Only draw back was it was too far to walk to town with ease (approx 2 miles), but if thats the only downside, ill take it. Over all great weekend.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children.

  Owner response: Dear Jason, Thank you for taking the time to post your positive comments about Cathleen's Country Cottage. Our cottage is in a lovely, residential neighborhood that is two miles from Julian's historic town. The quiet country roads and wooded area make for lovely walks and bicycle rides. I look forward to your possible stay in the future, Nada Cathleen, owner

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• Wonderful weekend

  Wonderful weekend

  • Guest Smile Treasurer
  • Date of stay 03/09/12
  • Review Submitted 03/13/12
  Thank you so much for our weekend stay at your cottage! That is a really wonderful place to be and we enjoyed it very much! It's a pretty and comfortable cottage. It feels relaxing and pleasant just to be in it. It's roomy enough that we thought it would be lots of fun to go again with several friends and make use of the extra beds, refrigerator, stove, cupboards, closets, dishes, etc., for a weekend party, or a weeklong family reunion. But, it isn't too big for two and feels very cozy and friendly! The many lace curtained windows, provide soft, cheery, tree filtered light, the warm tones of the beautiful wood floors and the little touches, add to the charm of the cottage. It's been nicely cared for and is in good repair for a 1924 cottage, and is so tidy and clean! Incidentally, because your cottage was built in 1924, we enjoyed discovering other buildings from 1924, in the town, and got more interested in the local history. We felt more like we were part of Julian after just a weekend, and have an increased desire to help maintain the historic buildings, open spaces and simple, country charm of the place. The rocking chairs and fire in the front room of the cottage were greatly enjoyed, and we appreciated the many heaters that kept the temperature just right on the cold mights we were having that week. With the birds softly singing, and the weather so sunny and pleasant in the morning, we were able to enjoy the porch for breakfast. Around midday, the porch was the perfect place to share a relaxing afternoon, which we extended into a deep sleep siesta in that comfortable bed in the bedroom. We've been to the nearby observatories, so we already knew the sky's reputation for exceptional clarity, without much glare from the city lights, so we knew we'd be in for a treat when it came to star watching. As hoped, the nights were clear of clouds and the stars were plentiful and beautiful. Sitting on the porch watching them in that fresh air and the friendly quietness of the sparsely populated area, was uplifting and fun. We even had a few shooting stars!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thank you for your review of Cathleen' Country Cottage, which reflects the lovely, historic charm of this cottage and Julian's historic area. We are surrounded by much natural beauty which our guests find refreshing and relaxing. We look forward to your return stay in the future. Nada Cathleen Grigsby, owner

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• Great Cottage!

  Great Cottage!

  • Guest Adam
  • Date of stay 12/02/11
  • Review Submitted 12/05/11
  This is a very cute cottage just minutes from downtown Julian. The large, fenced in yard was perfect for our two dogs, in fact, I don't think they wanted to leave. It was exactly what we were looking for and will definitely be returning.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners.

  Owner response: Cathleen's Country Cottage is a wonderful cottage for guests and their pet dogs. It is comfortable, clean, and within two miles of Julian's historic town. The house is situated on a very wooded, residential property, with many trees providing beauty and privacy. Adam, you have been wonderful guests, and I look forward to your return stay at Cathleen's Country Cottage.

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• Perfect get-away

  Perfect get-away

  • Guest KK's mom
  • Date of stay 10/25/10
  • Review Submitted 11/08/11
  My husband and I had a wonderful stay at Cathleen's Cottage. We live in LA County so Julian is a perfect get-away destination to enjoy a slow-down lifestyle! We stayed at Cathleen's Cottage in 2009 and had a great time so decided to go back in October of this year. For us this is the perfect time, leaves are turning, the weather is brisk for long hikes in the outdoors or strolling in town. Having a comfortable fire to enjoy when we get home to "our" cottage for the week is so nice. Did I mention that this is our labrador retriever's favorite place to stay? The cottage is "dog proof" - no fancy nik-naks sitting around that happy tails can knock over! We can relax here knowing that we can have our favorite travelling partner with us. The cottage has a nice size bedroom and bathroom. The kitchen is equipped with most utensils & dishes you may need, although I usually take a few of my favorite tools and spices as I love to cook - yup, even on vacation. Great fenced area on proprety for dog to run. Neighborhood great for strolling or walking your dog. The house is surrounded by quite a lot of trees and ivy and it has that wild overgrown look and no grass to speak of. Town is a short drive away. Driving excursions are great in this area, we found a scenic reserve in farm country to hike. The winieries are wonderful. If you are looking for very relaxed atmosphere and a place to share with your favorite pet this just might be it. Thanks Nada - we will be back!

  Recommended for: Pet owners.

  Owner response: Thank you for writing a beautiful review that reflects the natural beauty of the property. Cathleen's Country Cottage is perfect for dog owners, since all family members can relax and enjoy this lovely vacation home.

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• Outstanding experience

  Outstanding experience

  • Guest margo
  • Date of stay 08/26/11
  • Review Submitted 08/30/11
  This cottage is a near perfect getaway for a couple or two, with or without kids. Hardwood floors, comfy bed, fully equipped kitchen and two living room futons, there's plenty of room. Heaters galore for winter and A/C and fans for the hottest of summer days. But for those who care - it's a dogs' delight. Fully fenced yard, loads of room to romp and they can come with you or stay behind.What a joy!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Cathleen's Country Cottage provides an ideal getaway for families with pets. Our vacation home is very comfortable, clean, and in an excellent Julian location. Pets may stay inside the cottage with their owners. Our large, fenced areas at the back of this wooded property provide great exercise areas for dogs.

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• EXCELLENT PLACE TO STAY

  EXCELLENT PLACE TO STAY

  • Guest Henri
  • Date of stay 06/24/11
  • Review Submitted 07/05/11
  We stayed at Cathleen's Country Cottage for a week and absolutely loved it. We have a small dog that was able to enjoy the enclosed fenced yard with plenty of room to run and play. Nada was excellent to deal with and made sure our stay was comfortable. It was very nice having the deck to enjoy the beautiful weather and took advantage of the bbq every evening. We definitely look forward to staying here again.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+.

  Owner response: Thank you so much for your review! Cathleen's Country Cottage is a beautiful place to stay for a vacation get-away! We look forward to your return stay. --Nada Cathleen, owner

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$150/night Sunday-Thursday (two night minimum)
$165/night Friday-Saturday and Holidays (two night minimum)
$700/week.  $1850/month.
Rent includes taxes, cleaning fees and linen service.
Pets require prior owner approval and pet damage deposit.
Owner accepts checks, credit cards, and U.S. currency.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.