Location: Pine Mountain Club, Los Angeles County & Catalina Island, California, USA (1.5 hours NW of LosAngeles in the Los Padres National Forest)
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 7)
Enjoy an easy inexpensive weekend getaway in this rustic mountain cabin just an hour and a half from LA, halfway between the I-5 at the Grapevine and Santa Maria on the coast. Located on a cul-de-sac in Pine Mountain Club, a private community in the Los Padres National Forest. 35 minutes from Pyramid Lake and 45 minutes from Magic Mountain.
Available for rent any time. $125/night, 2 night minimum, 3 night minimum on holiday weekends.
All knotty pine interior with lodge-like furnishings. Two large bedrooms (one with queen bed, one with full bed, plus full sofa bed downstairs, twin bed in large closet for kids, and portable crib), one bath, big stone fireplace, large deck overlooking wooded area with small creek. Large well-equipped kitchen. Three TVs, DVD, VCR and laser disc players with over 100 movies plus books, board games and puzzles.
Rental includes access to beautiful mountain golf course; swimming pool in summer months; stable with trail rides; catch-and-release fishing in Fern Lake; tennis courts; clubhouse with video game room, restaurant and lounge. Village business area has restaurants, market, hardware store, gift shops, internet cafe plus seasonal festivals and fairs. Hiking, sledding and cross country skiing on Mount Pinos (8800') 20 minutes away. And just across the street from the cabin is a lovely wooded area with pathways leading to the village and rustic tables under the trees - an easy woodsy walk without getting in the car.
This is a housekeeping cabin - the rates are low because renters must provide their own sheets, towels and firewood and must clean the cabin in readiness for the next guests before leaving. Cleaning supplies are provided; cleaning service and/or linens can be provided at an additional cost. There is no smoking in the cabin. Refundable $200 cleaning/security deposit required to hold reservation; deposit will be returned in full once the cabin has been checked. Payment can be made via cashier's check, personal check (if in time to clear before rental date) or Paypal. If paying by Paypal (using your credit card or bank link) add 3% to cover Paypal fee.
Roads are very well maintained by Pine Mountain Club but weather can change quickly in the mountains so be prepared with 4-wheel drive or chains in winter. There is as yet no cell phone service in the area and the phone is blocked for outgoing long distance, so bring a phone card to make long distance calls.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Child Bed: A twin bed and mattress is in the large walk-in closet in the front bedroom, providing a nice mini-bedroom for a child.
- Convertible Bed
- Crib: There is a portable crib with mattress and bumper in the back bedroom closet.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Over 100 movies on DVD, videotape and laserdisc are provided, both for adults and children.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Dozens of cds available for the cd players downstairs and in the front upstairs bedroom.
- Shared Pool: The Pine Mountain Club pool is available to guests at my cabin during the summer months. The pool closes this year (2008) on Sept. 15.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: ...also condiments and staples. A small market is a short walk from the cabin.
- Refrigerator: I leave condiments in my fridge door, which you are welcome to use. In the cupboards you'll find sugar, flour, teas, spices, etc., also for your use.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: The cabin has a large back deck facing a wooded area with a small creek which runs year round except in dry summers. There is also a side deck and a small front deck facing the street.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Clear skies give great views of the mountains and the night sky. Many amateur astronomers drive to the top of Mt. Pinos 20 minutes away during astronomical events.
- Communications
- Telephone: The phone is available for local calls and incoming long distance, but long distance outgoing calls are blocked, so you'll need a phone card.
- Other Amenities
- 3 televisions, all with cable. Laser disc player. Over 100 movies on laser disc, dvd or video tape. Books, videos, dvds, cds, games. Telescope for viewing the clear night sky away from city lights.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Pets are welcome. If your pet gets up on the furniture or beds I ask that you bring a sheet or blanket of your own to protect it for future guests.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Pine Mountain Club is in a national forest area with high fire danger. Smoking is not allowed in the cabin; if you smoke outdoors please dispose of your smokes safely.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Birdwatching - bird feeder with supplies - birds put on quite a show on the deck, Boating on Pyramid Lake 35 minutes away. Telescope for viewing the clear night sky away from city lights.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$125/night, 2 night minimum, 3 nights on holiday weekends.
$750/week.
Longer rentals considered.
Cashiers check, personal check if time to clear, or Paypal
If using Paypal, add 3% to cover their fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1986
I retired from Disney Studios almost 2 years ago. Now I work part-time as a paralegal and I like to travel, especially doing home exchanges. I grew up in upstate NY so I love coming to the mountains for the change of seasons and the snow!
Why the Owner Chose Pine Mountain Club
My ex-husband and I bought this cabin in 1986. We had thought of looking in Big Bear, east of LA, but a friend told us about Pine Mountain Club which is so much closer and quieter. It's never crowded, even on holidays, and has a real small town feel, plus it's only 90 minutes from my home in Pasadena. The golf course is beautiful and I enjoy cross country skiing and hiking on Mt. Pinos, only 20 minutes away.
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
When I'm in my cabin I feel like I'm in another world. It's absolutely quiet, and the back deck looks out onto green space with birds, squirrels and the occasionally deer. The interior is all knotty pine, even the ceilings, and there's a big stone fireplace. Starting right across from the cabin a neighbor has built a series of rock-lined paths through the woods; it's just a 10 minute walk to the village through the "enchanted forest."
Property Photos
- cabin in snow - Los Angeles, California Vacation Rental
- living room - Los Angeles, California Vacation Rental
- Dining room - Los Angeles, California Vacation Rental
- front bedroom
- Golf course driving range
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Hi Toni, It was fabulous, and your cabin had ALL the amenities of home. Being so close to town through the beautiful trails was a real perk. Your cabin is better equipped than my home!! Thank you. Steve
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Dear Toni, we had great time and liked your cabin very much! It was really clean, cozy and well stocked. We loved the view from the back deck. Your photos really don't do it justice! :) We will be back! We also appreciated the crib and the high chair. It was so nice not to have to bring them with us. Thanks so much! Natalie
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Dear Toni, We love your cabin! We feel very comfortable and relaxed here. It is our first visit to Pine Mountain Club. The hike to the waterfall was incredibly beautiful. Lots of frozen cascades, bandtail pigeons, blue jays and ground squirrels. We hope to come back with our son. We thoroughly enjoyed the Pine Mountain experience. Cheers, Laurie and John
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Dear Toni, Your cabin was a very nice place for us to escape to. We loved everything about it. It rained the first day we arrived but it was very cozy and warm in front of the fireplace. When we walked in from the rain, there was soft welcoming music playing on the radio - nice touch! We will definitely be back for another slice of heaven. Thank you for everything. Brandon and Lisa Orr
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Hi, this is Alex, Natasha's husband. I am writing to report on our stay at Toni's cabin in Pine Mountain Club. IT WAS GREAT!! It was very cozy and we enjoyed the in-house library and lit the fireplace every night and just sat and talked. One morning I came out for a walk and was started to see a deer right in the yard! with 4 more nearby. my 1.5 year old daughter loved seeing the deer, and the squirrels and all the animals. We did lots of hiking and went up to Mt. Pinos to play in the snow and then it snowed around us the next day! The clubhouse was great... I am pleased there was no Internet access at the cabin, at first I was a bit uncomfortable about that (I am online all the time) but then I got used to it and it was a nice break. :) The trails behind Peter's house were very nice and so was Peter! :) I am back in LA now and missing the cool crisp fresh air of the mountains.
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Dear Toni, We had a wonderful time in your cozy cabin. We made memories that will last forever. Thanks for making your place so welcoming and for thinking of everything a visitor might need. God bless. Cliff, Gerri and Zoe Copeland
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Dear Toni, Thanks again for letting us stay in your cabin. This time was more wonderful than the last. We totally missed the trails last time!!! Literally 5 minutes to the Pine Market. Such a winter wonderland. We're thinking next time we want to see what the summer feels like. Great big thankful hugs to you! Love, Jacqueline and gang.
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carol spangler , columbia, maryland
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Toni, Just wanted to let you know we had a wonderful weekend up at your cabin! The cabin is adorable, as is the village. We took the walk to the village as you suggested and I also bought a really cute skirt in the sale at your friend’s shop & met a few of the locals! Leo adored the cabin and said it was the best cabin ever (I think he got a kick out of sleeping in the closet Harry Potter style)!! Wish we could go up there lots more. Thanks you and Namaste... Claire
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Merci Toni. La Vie en Rose! We had a great time and will be back.