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Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81488 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bunk Room
1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master
1 King Bed
Second
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bathrom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
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 is 15/day. Please notify us that you plan to charge your EV while you're on the property. Do not charge between 4pm & 9pm as electric rates are three times higher during this time frame. The daily fee doubles for charging during this time. Failure to notify us prior to charging or charging between 4:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. will result in a maximum four-star rating of the "following house rules" portion of the guests' review.
During the winter months we have a driveway snow clearing service. This is an additional fee of $80. please let us know the day before to have the driveway ready for your arrival.
Stays of 28 days or longer require a mid-month cleaning and an extra $140/cleaning event. With longer stays there is no trash pickup. Trash will need to be taken to the local dump or can be picked up for an extra $50/month fee.
We feel it's better to have set expectations before booking your stay.
Thanks again for you interest.
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 is 15/day. Please notify us that you plan to charge your EV while you're on the property. Do not charge between 4pm & 9pm as electric rates are three times higher during this time frame. The daily fee doubles for charging during this time. Failure to notify us prior to charging or charging between 4:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. will result in a maximum four-star rating of the "following house rules" portion of the guests' review.
During the winter months we have a driveway snow clearing service. This is an additional fee of $80. please let us know the day before to have the driveway ready for your arrival.
Stays of 28 days or longer require a mid-month cleaning and an extra $140/cleaning event. With longer stays there is no trash pickup. Trash will need to be taken to the local dump or can be picked up for an extra $50/month fee.
We feel it's better to have set expectations before booking your stay.
Thanks again for you interest.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Heightened fire risk in the area. No Smoking.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please make sure all dishes are washed and put away. Also leave any used beds unmade and place dirty towels in the bathtub.
If you're traveling with a pet please make sure all leavings are cleaned up before departure.
Please remember to put the key back in the lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Idyllwild
Located in Idyllwild, this cabin is in the mountains. McCallum Adobe and Forever Marilyn are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cameron Center Shopping Center and Plaza de las Flores Shopping Center. Idyllwild Nature Center and Palm Springs Convention Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
What's nearby
- Idyllwild Nature Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
- Mount San Jacinto State Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Idyllwild Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Morongo Casino - 36 min drive - 45.6 km
- Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 57 min drive - 76.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mountain Center Cafe - 10 min drive
- Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - 4 min drive
- Alpaca Coffee & Tea - 5 min drive
- Idyllwild Brewpub - 5 min drive
- Mama's Egg House - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
17 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason P.
23 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jason P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan C.
23 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain cottage
Ryan C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Edward D.
19 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Weekend
Edward D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephan T.
8 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Right
Stephan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
christy c.
24 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treetop getaway
christy c.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Katie K.
4 Apr, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birdhouse vrbo
Katie K.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
laura g.
8 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treetop Dream
laura g.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Regilson
18 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Regilson
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth R.
7 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treetop getaway
Kenneth R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jodie F.
31 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway
Jodie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jeannie m.
30 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away
jeannie m.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica O.
11 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning!
Jessica O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ross V
20 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ross V
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marci C.
31 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big, nice, well stocked cab8n
Marci C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Janis D.
20 Jul, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Janis D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Harvest R.
10 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic mountain getaway!
Harvest R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nick H.
21 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful treetop retreat
Nick H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hazel M.
23 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a super property and a wonderful holiday.
Hazel M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hiram J.
11 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a trip!
Hiram J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
14 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Idyllwild Getaway
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg F.
26 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house, very clean and in a quiet area
Greg F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalie V.
15 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mountain getaway
Natalie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DENNIS M.
21 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin with Excellent Balconies
DENNIS M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jutta S.
6 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Jutta S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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