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Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town

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A wooden deck leading to a cabin with a large window and a grill area.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden dining table, benches, a sofa, and a red wall.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a large window.
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by tall trees and a clear night sky.
A log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mount San Jacinto State Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Idyllwild, CA
  • Place, San Jacinto Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Idyllwild Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount San Jacinto State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Idyllwild

Located in Idyllwild, this cabin is in the mountains. Idyllwild Nature Center and Annenberg Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Palm Springs Convention Center and Moorten Botanical Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Idyllwild, CA

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Morongo Casino - 46 min drive - 55.6 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 67 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Alpaca Coffee & Tea - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Peak Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Egg House - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town on 2 Nov 2026 start from £774, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Almost Heaven | Creekside Retreat, Spa & Walk to Town located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild Park and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Idyllwild Nature Center is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing memories for our family. Driving by you can’t appreciate the size - 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a large accommodating 2-level deck/patio. Thank you Almost Heaven
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic for a family vacation with young kids. Cabin is well-equipped and well-maintained. Spacious accommodations, perfect for five adults and three young kids. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing vacation!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Came with 8 other women to relax, hike and enjoy our time together. The outdoor deck is the highlight and is in a beautiful setting. The jacuzzi is a great add on. The kitchen has most everything you need to cook (the can opener doesn’t work so please replace) and the beds are comfortable. We’ve come many times and will come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was excellent. We had a great time with out of town family!! Beds were comphy and plenty of seating room. The back patio was the best!!! So beautiful!!! The hot was clean and big. Not overly chlorinated!! Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect! We visited with multiple families and our toddlers and had a wonderful time. It was clear that the hosts & property management took pride in the upkeep of this property. It was incredibly clean, well maintained, and stocked with everything we could possibly need. We happened to visit during a heat wave in August, but found multiple fans in every room to keep everyone comfortable. The outdoor space can't be beat and the walk to town was so fun for everyone! I communicated with the property management through text multiple times throughout our stay and always received a quick response. I would not hesitate to come back, and to recommend to family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well appointed home in a beautiful setting. Perfect setting for a multi family gathering. Very clean and property management were attentive and offered great service
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen is well stocked. The patio and hot tub are amazing. Very easy and lovely walk to town. Great area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday girls trip

We had a wonderful stay in Idyllwild. The home was beautiful and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous stay. The backyard and deck was absolutely beautiful. Fun traveling across the stream to town. Would highly come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost heaven

Great stay. Great place. Exactly what we hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time!

We loved Almost Heaven! The property was very clean, well-stocked, and we loved the location. It was the perfect spot for our family of 6 for 5 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Great stay until power outage
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2025
Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear you had a great stay up until the power outage. Unfortunately, the outage was out of our control and caused by high winds in the area. We apologize for any inconvenience and are reviewing our contingency measures to better support our guests during unexpected situations. We appreciate your feedback and hope you'll consider staying with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin home, lots of room, nice spa, large deck, with fireplace and wood stove. Less than 10 min. walk to restaurants, store, etc. The home had books, games, and puzzles in abundance to enjoy.
Outdoor deck area with hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin!

We loved this cabin! The deck is huge and has a great view of the tall beautiful trees. The beds were comfy, the kitchen was stocked with all the items we needed for cooking, and the cabin was very clean! We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr Hong

Had a great family time will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

This home was perfect for a relaxing getaway for our two families. Comfortable sleeping and plenty of space to hang out. It was an easy walk into town and loved the sound of the creek just behind the cabin. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Danielle, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Almost Heaven! We do offer over 60 homes in the area. Feel free to reach out and we can find you another home similar to Almost Heaven or rebook you for another season at the same home. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future, Justine Gomez Guest Reservationist New Spirit Vacation Homes Idyllwild, Ca
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllwild Stay

Thank You
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot and responsive team

We can’t wait to return and had such a lovely time. The team was very responsive to any questions we had. Views are unreal in the backyard. Breakfast on the patio in the morning is a must!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a lovely time and that our team was responsive to your needs. The views from the backyard are truly special, and we’re so glad you enjoyed breakfast on the patio! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable stay—thank you for choosing our place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

This was a great house for 6 adults and a couple little kids. We loved all the seating options throughout the house, games that were available, and the hot tub! I wish we had more time to enjoy the patio and property, but I have a feeling we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad the house worked well for your group, and that you enjoyed the seating options, games, and hot tub. We completely understand how time flies when you're having fun, and we’d love to host you again! We look forward to your next visit and hope you get to spend more time relaxing on the patio!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Amazing. The place was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Place

The amount of paperwork needed to stay here is a bit silly but it’s a nice place. The young man that came over to fix a few things was fantastic. All in all, a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and quiet

The deck is amazing and the highlight of the house. Clean and comfortable inside. Plenty of games. Wish we had longer to enjoy the peace
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

We had a great stay here, plenty of space for the 8 people. The view from the jacuzzi is gorgeous looking out over the deck into the forest. The kitchen was well stocked. Quick walk to the town. Perfect house and we'll stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and house for kids!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Hello Chad, Thank you for your review on our Almost Heaven home. We are happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to have the privilege in hosting you again for a future stay. Warm Regards, Michaela NSVH
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice cabin ,comfortable, clean , kitchen and bathroom supplies were available.

I was satisfied with cabin and services ,when we arrived heather was not working, I called office ,they sent someone within 10 minutes to fix it ,we enjoyed the rest of our stay with warm cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Monireh, Thank you for your kind review on our Almost Heaven property. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at the home. We hope to have the privilege in hosting you again for a future stay. Warm Regards, Michaela New Spirit Vacation Homes
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