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Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca

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A view from a room with a glass door, overlooking a lake and grassy area.
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees and greenery.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a wooden floor, and a cushioned sofa.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a dining table with chairs.
A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a patterned quilt, a chair, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Julian, CA

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 + 2 roll outs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 + 2 roll outs

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Julian

Located in Julian, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve, while Julian Historical Society and Julian Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Map
Julian, CA

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Pub at Lake Cuyamaca - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pit Stop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Julian Cafe & Bakery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Piute Trail Lodge Lake Cuyamaca located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Cuyamaca and Santa Ysabel Mission. Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve and Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 501 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 501 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 501 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 501 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 501 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house with a lovely view. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great location and comfy cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying here. Once again, we had an amazing time. Perfect place to relax and unwind. The scenery is so beautiful! The host was very kind and responsive. We love this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We, as well as other family members have stayed at this property numerous times. The accommodations are as described on VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for some of our wedding party to stay during our wedding weekend! Location was great and it was as described in the posting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view of the lake. We went for a wedding at the Fire House and this was so close to the event. The place was very comfortable and had everything we needed for a weekend stay. We did see lots of turkeys, deer, geese and squirrels right from the home. I had a question for the host and he responded right away. The area was beautiful and we would like to go back. The area is great for walking, hiking, fishing and just relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious cabin is easy to get to, yet still quiet and secluded. View of Lake Cuyamaca and Cuyamaca Peak, from the front room and deck, is serene. Kitchen has every type of equipment needed to prepare meals. Satellite TV and internet. Bring ground coffee for the drip machine, plus any other food you'll need. Julian is a short drive, for anything you forget. We really enjoyed our mini-getaway, and hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th time staying here and it’s always clean, perfect location, and the host is very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved the privacy and location. Internet was incredibly spotty for us but other than that it was a great place for our trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here several times. It’s very comfortable and clean and has everything you would need so no need to bring a lot of things with you. It’s a very relaxing time and there are plenty of places to hike all around the area. I would recommend it highly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was amazing and the house was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Would have liked a bit more TP for the whole week and no bar soap, shampoo or conditioner. Great home with a great view and a deer walked right up to the back door one morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay visiting Lake Cuyamaca and nearby town of Julian!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a peaceful getaway place. Air Fryer was a helpful new addition this stay. Saw deer, turkey mama and her babies squirrels, bunny and so many different birds. Fishing was fun, love how close we are to the lake. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great stay and had everything we needed plus more. Great view and access.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay for a weekend, and is my second time at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful family getaway with great views of the lake; cozy hang by the fire; check in was super easy and owner was very responsive and helpful; cabin has everything you need except coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cozy and clean cabin! The views of the lake were incredible, and it had everything we needed, including plenty of kitchen appliances, blankets, and towels. The fireplace made it extra cozy, and the large porch was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. We loved watching the turkeys wander by. Short walk or drive to the lake. We had a great stay and would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was great, cabin was very clean and super cozy!! What a beautiful view! We brought two small dogs and were easily able to walk them down to the lake. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always enjoy our stay. Everything is there to enjoy the cabin and the view was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The view is just amazing, the cabin is super cozy, everything was clean and the kitchen equipped. Just perfect for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our third time staying at this cabin and just as wonderful an experience as the first couple times, we really enjoyed spending time in the covered front deck watching birds for hours. It was a great location to visit ample outdoor areas and still visit some great restaurants in nearby communities. We stayed here while running the San Diego 100m and it’s a fanatic location very close to the start/finish line and easy drive to aid stations. Love this location and highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I've stayed here many times and it's a perfect getaway. Great communication from John and the cabin is perfectly suited for our needs. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay as always! Hosts are great-friendly and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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