Location: Idyllwild, Inland Empire, California, USA (Located 45 Minutes from Palm Springs, 2 Hours from LA & SD)
Accommodations: Cabin, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-5)
We want your visit to leave you feeling like you have a home away from home so we pay extra attention to the "small stuff". The cozy loft has a queen size lodge pole pine bed, tv and small sitting area. The down stairs has an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, lots of windows, and a river rock fireplace that provides a lovely background for the wood burning stove.
The kitchen is fully furnished with all the amenities we can imagine you might need. The living room has a futon sofa and futon chair providing comfort not only for watching tv but also provides additional sleeping options.
The cabin sits on 3 lots adding to its feeling of seclusion. Surrounded by nature, perched on the hillside with its wraparound deck you feel like you are in a treehouse. While you lounge on the deck you can enjoy watching your four legged friends chase the squirrels.
After a day of watching the antics of the local wildlife you can grill dinner and enjoy it on the deck as you watch the sunset. Follow this with a soak in the hot tub while star gazing, and surely you will have melted your cares away.
Charming Idyllwild is a short, scenic 5 minute drive from the cabin. There you will find many shopping opportunities and various international cuisine options. Our favorite is Cafe Aroma. While in town make sure you check out the many acclaimed art galleries.
Let the granite out cropping named Taquitz by the local Indians of Idyllwild's past lure you into its shadow and move you with its ancient lore. You can also take advantage of the many hiking and mountain biking trails in the area or just kick back and catch a movie at the Rustic Theatre.
Idyllwild is home to the reknown Idyllwild Arts Academy, Jazz Fest and the annual Memorial Day town wide garage sales.
Pay Pal is accepted for secure payment.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : Both Futon Couch and Futon Chair in Living Room Fold Into Beds.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Large Deck that Wraps 1/2 Way Around the Cabin. Hot Tub that Seats 4.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : At 6,300 Ft. and at "The End of the Road" This Property Has Stunning Views.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Newly Added
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Well Behaved Pets Are Welcome for a Nominal $15.00 Pet Fee.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Non-Holiday .. $300/3 nights .. $300/weekend (2 nights) .. $675/6 nights
Holiday ........................ $375/weekend ............. $800/6 nights
Cleaning Fee $60. Pet Fee $15 if applicable.
10% Riverside County Tax.
No additional Fee for the Spa.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2004
We are both psychotherapists. We understand from a personal and professional level the importance of self care and for us that comes from communing with nature. Living in Los Angeles life can get pretty stressful but in a short hour and a half drive we can be walking with our 2 Jack Russells in the mountains. We know the importance of being able to travel with your pets. We don't go many places without them! We want to offer that to our guests.
Why the Owner Chose Idyllwild
And as for the town of Idyllwild - there is no other like it. It's a gem that has escaped the crowds of Big Bear and Arrowhead. It is so accessible to L.A. and San Diego yet feels like another universe. We're amazed that it is so "unknown". John Muir was quoted as saying "The view from San Jacinto is the most sublime skeptical to be found anywhere on this earth."
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
We bought the very first property we looked at. There was no reason to look any further! As our spa guy says "I service many of the properties up here and there is just no view like yours!" Both the view and the seclusion are unrivaled! The property is at the end of a small side road with only 4 cabins on it. A short hike puts you at the edge of the National Forest and lots of secluded hiking opportunities. We love taking the dogs to run the nearby trails. We find that the privacy and stellar views make the 5 minute drive to town more than worth it!
Property Photos
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- Stellar Summit Cabin with Grill, Hot Tub and Patio Table - Idyllwild, California Vacation Cabin with Private Hot Tub - Pet Friendly
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- Queen size lodge pole pine bed with linens provided - Idyllwild, California Vacation Cabin with Private Hot Tub - Pet Friendly
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- Rocker by fireplace - Idyllwild, California Vacation Cabin with Private Hot Tub - Pet Friendly
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- Kitchen with stove, sink and refrigerator
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- View of living room from loft
Traveler Reviews (31)
Secluded & Relaxing
Guest: Paula D
(Tucson, AZ)
Date of Stay: 10/15/11
Review Submitted: 11/03/11
My husband and 2 Bichons stayed at this wonderful rustic cabin in late October for a week. The weather was perfect. During the day, we enjoyed lounging on the deck, watching the wild birds, hummingbirds, and squirrels (bird food provided) and most of all the quite! We enjoyed breakfast and lunch on the table on the deck. Spent nights in the hot tub, amazed at the number of stars. We warmed up the cabin with the wood (provided) stove. We had a few minor issues when we arrived but Cathie & Nancy promptly resolved them. If you are looking for total peacefull seclusion, views of pine trees and total relaxation this is the cabin for you! Thank you Cathie & Nancy for a fabulous vacation!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers.
San Diego traveler
Guest: Adele
(San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/26/11
Review Submitted: 08/28/11
Views from the deck were the best thing about this cabin. There are some repairs that need to be done around the cabin, and the cleaning crew missed vaccuming the floor and couch. The listing description was accurate enough - this cabin is secluded (at the top of the hill) and there are no neighbors in sight. However, the water treatment facility is right behind the property and we've seen trucks pass by only a couple times. My dog liked sunning on the deck and watching the visiting squirrels run up and down the trees. Downtown Idyllwild is less than a 10 min drive away.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers.
Winter Wonderland At Stellar Summit
Guest: glorea85
(Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/11
Review Submitted: 01/09/11
I just finished my first visit to Stellar Summit and I can only rave about what a great experience I had. Right after I arrived, we had a major snowfall -- and once I figured out how to use the wood stove effectively, I was able to stay incredibly warm while watching the snow fall outside. I had to contact the owners a few times to answer some questions and I found Cathie and Nancy INCREDIBLY responsive and helpful. I loved the cabin... I loved the fact that I could bring my dog... and I loved watching the birds come eat at the various bird feeders. I will return again. I have rented other cabins in Idyllwild, but Stellar Summit exceeded my hopes and expectations.!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Big Disappointment
Guest: JB
(Cardiff)
Date of Stay: 11/25/10
Review Submitted: 12/06/10
Stayed here for my big 40th birthday! Hot tub smelled like foul sewage, had to take my daughter to the doctor the next day for dizziness, doctor contributed it to the bacteria in hottub. House is cold and stays cold even after making a fire. Being cold the whole time and unable to soak in the hot tub because it was grosse, I really just wanted to leave early. BUT the owner was very nice on the phone and apologized for the inconvienience. Also the view from the loft window was luminous and spectacular! Good sledding hills for the kids. The cabin was very clean, but the dishes and cooking bowls are broken plastic. Happy about wi-fi. It was still nice to get away but I had just wished that the tub worked, I was looking foward to sitting under the stars and soaking away my youth, instead I was inside the cold cabin, my whole family ended up sulking over it. We spent WAY too much money for the misery.
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Stellar Relaxation
Guest: Jeff n Tracy
(Palm Springs, Ca)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10
Review Submitted: 09/20/10
My husband and I went up to this cabin for a four day escape from the desert heat. What a wonderful retreat! We took plenty of food and drinks- as well as spices and paper products. We really didn't need all the extra stuff I packed- the cabin had it all. We had plans to wander into Idyllwild and catch a show and dinner but never did because the cabin was so awesome. We filled up the bird feeders and hummingbird liquid and just kicked back and watched the squirrels and birds frolic. The nighttime stars were our entertainment in the evening as we shrivelled up in the spa:) We will definitely return. Thanks for sharing this hidden escape
Owner response:Jeff and Tracy, Thanks so much for your positive review of our cabin. We love to hear that our guests enjoyed and appreciated all the extras we provide. We'd love to have you back anytime. Nancy and Cathie
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway.
Relaxing, comfortable, cozy, homey etc. etc.
Guest: KayaB
(Aliso Viejo,ca)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 08/16/10
My husband, myself and our dog had such a fantastic weekend at Stellar Summit cabin. The cabin is cozy and comfortable and we felt right at home as soon as we got there. They have all the amenities that make us feel at home, and the perfect quiet location with amazing views. Gorgeous sunset, relaxing atmosphere and yet wifi, DVD player and a fantastic array of movie and book choices to please both my tastes and my husbands. We really appreciated the fenced in large patio and the added touches for our dog (big dog dish, dog friendly magazines and a pet photo display!!) We really look forward to coming back again and again.
Owner response:Kaya We appreciate your nice review of our cabin. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and noted the extras we provide. Nancy and Cathie
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect writer's retreat
Guest: Taxi B
(Santa Monica, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/03/10
Review Submitted: 06/01/10
I went to the cabin to work on a screenplay and it gave me the perfect tranquil experience I was hoping for. Outside the birds chirped around the feeders and the squirrels hopped around, and that was about it for noise and distraction! The deck was perfect for lying out on a starry night and meditating, the hot tub was invaluable, and the cabin itself had everything I needed. My only caveat would be if you have any trouble going up and down the kind of stairs you have to pull down from the ceiling. I have back trouble and it was kind of a schlep (although the hot tub helped!) But the view once you get up there is magnificent. They are right below a water station of some kind, at first I thought it was some kind of power station but it's much more benign than that and you forget about it right away. All in all a wonderful experience.
Owner response:Thanks so much for taking time to write your review of our cabin. We hope you'll be back soon. Nancy and Cathie
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Guest: Alexander and Delores
(-)
Date of Stay: 07/25/09
Review Submitted: 07/25/09
We were stuck in the cabin for 3 days with 3 feet of snow but loved every minute of it! Wonderfully decorated cabin. Well organized and cute. We will come back again to explore the mountain.
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Guest: Rene V.
(-)
Date of Stay: 07/25/09
Review Submitted: 07/25/09
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the opportunity to get away for a bit. This is such a special place; you have really created a tranquil reprieve from our hectic world. Enjoyed hiking, climbing boulders and becoming a fish in the Spa.
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