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Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines

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Exterior
Upper Deck View
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Family Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8138.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
  • San Jacinto Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Idyllwild Nature Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Idyllwild Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Banning, CA (BNG-Banning Municipal)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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.

We feel it's better to have set expectations before booking your stay.

Thanks again for you interest.

Property manager

Michael
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Heightened fire risk in the area. No Smoking.
Dishes must be cleaned and put away before departure. $25-$50 will be deducted from security deposit if dishes aren't cleaned and put away.
All pet leavings need to be cleaned up. $25 will be deducted from the security deposit if pets aren't cleaned up after. $100 fee per undisclosed pet

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. While the natural beauty of Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Idyllwild Nature Center and Cabazon Dinosaurs 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.
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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 61 min drive - 76.6 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 51 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Pizza Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Mill Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Treetop Getaway in the Ponderosa Pines located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Jacinto Mountains and Idyllwild Nature Center. Mount San Jacinto State Park and Idyllwild Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katie K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birdhouse vrbo

Nice place. Missing a few things: salt, small spoons. Oven was dirty so smoke came out of it while using it. The view was amazing the bed comfortable, the decorations were cute
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Beautiful mountain cottage

My friends and I rented this house for our annual get together. It was an incredible mountain get away. Would absolutely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth R.

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

Treetop getaway

We had a great family getaway with four adults and two children. Accommodations were clean and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen. In a quiet area with a great deck and outdoors spaces for outside activities. Expansive windows afforded great views. We enjoyed games and crafts around the table. And both cooked in and ate out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie H.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harvest R.

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

Fantastic mountain getaway!

We had such a fabulous stay at “the treehouse,” as we were calling it! The owner was very responsive and helpful, and easy to communicate with. The property was gorgeous, in a neighborhood near town, yet completely private. We loved exploring the large backyard, and watching the birds on the balcony (we bought unsalted peanuts at the local grocery store). The house was lovely, cozy, and very clean. (I am allergic to dogs so I was a little nervous when I saw that they allow people to bring thier dogs, but I had no issue, so that says a lot about the cleanliness!). The kitchen had everything we needed, and more. We explored the town, went on some hikes, and played lots of board and card games. It was a perfect family getaway, and we would absolutely love to stay again next time we are in Idyllwild! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura g.

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

Treetop Dream

The pictures do not do it justice. What a wonderful place! We will be coming back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

christy c.

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

Treetop getaway

We had an amazing visit to Idyllwild. The owner was incredibly helpful and communicated regularly to ensure we had all we needed. We would definitely visit again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel M.

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

What a super property and a wonderful holiday.

The house looks amazing from the photos and description - in reality it is actually better ! There is everything you could want in this house and more and we had the most fabulous stay. Having stayed in holiday homes across Europe and the States I can honestly say this is the best ever. The home is beautifully furnished with comfortable beds and sofas and as a guest you really feel at home with everything from the fluffy towels to the selection of complimentary toiletries waiting on arrival. The house was immaculately clean and kept at a perfect temperature not too hot and not too cold. The kitchen was well equipped and everything easy to use with plenty of cutlery and cups, plates etc…. Access to the property was easy and straightforward and there is ample car parking outside the front door. The directions given were spot on and it was easy to locate. Out on the deck you are entertained by the awesome local wildlife - we met a variety of birds and some very cheeky and cute chipmunks which played around the house and in the trees. Our favourite was the gorgeous blue Stellar Jays who visited every morning at breakfast time. The local town of Idyllwild has a small supermarket and some great shops to buy local produce and souvenirs - we loved the pottery studio and purchased some delightful mementos of our trip. Everyone we met was friendly and welcoming. Cannot fault this place or the location at all and we were not disappointed by anything. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Great stay

Great cabin! Kids had a blast with all the short hikes available to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

Family Weekend

Great cabin, location, and property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regilson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a great time with family!! Very peaceful getaway!! Michael was very attentive and a wonderful host!! I can’t wait to come back!! Thank you for your amazing hospitality!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephan T.

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

Just Right

Great place for a getaway with old friends
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Janis D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

We enjoyed our stay. The location is excellent. We found many sheets and towels in the dryer drying when we arrived. We folded them and put them in the closet. We also were not able to use the main bedroom fan because there was no remote. We thought about using the outdoor grill, but it was disgustingly dirty. I have stayed at other Idyllwild rentals that were much cleaner. You really can’t beat the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Beautiful treetop retreat

Wonderful cabin nestled in the treetops. The two decks were very special, one caught the early morning sunshine, and the other was a feeding station for local wildlife. There were nuts and birdseed at the cabin, and that paired with some apple slices bought in many varieties of birds and squirrels. We sat out with our coffee and breakfast, and watched them all eating theirs! We explored trails and the town, all a short drive away. This is a beautiful cabin, clean, well stocked, and with plenty of hot water. We had a much needed mini mountain retreat and left feeling refreshed. Exactly what we were looking for. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hiram J., Long Beach, USA

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

What a trip!

Wow, wow, I know this review is a bit late, but better late then never. We had such an exciting trip. The cabin was beautiful and well taken care of. This is the first rental that was actually clean and comfortable. The beds were nice and comfy the family space was wonderful to just hang out in and play table games. We had a blast. The only issue was that the house is a top of a hill and the road up is a bit steep. We had two cars, luckily one was a awd. The other a 4 cylinder rav4 fwd, this car could not make it up the icy road. Try as we may, we couldn’t get the car up to the property. We ended up having to leave car at a community center and lucky we didn’t get a ticket or got towed. We also went when there was that freak snow storm, so that car was snowed in. We ended up having to shovel it out. I would just suggest that you have a car that can make it up icy steep roads if you go in the winter and there is snow. It wouldn’t have been one of our trips with out some kind of adventure. I also lost the house key in the snow when my awd almost got stuck as well. The host was gracious and only charged me the key replacement. I know others would have charged a pretty penny. Thank you thank you. I hope you will have us back next time we come up again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeannie m., Menifee

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

Get away

Peaceful enjoyable n relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

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

Stunning!

We absolutely loved this property and the multiple decks. While we were there, it snowed and a creek was nearby that we could listen to out on the deck. The property has everything you could need and was very close to town. The owner was very communicative and very kind. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie F.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This place was the perfect size and location for a family getaway. Just a couple miles from town. Great layout for spending time together, kitchen right next to family room. Lots of games and streaming options for entertainment. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Perfect Idyllwild Getaway

We had a great weekend!! We would stay here again. Clean, cozy, great location, has everything we needed for the weekend. Great for kids. Wi-Fi worked perfectly. Great communication with host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

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

Wonderful house, very clean and in a quiet area

We really enjoyed our stay. It was very relaxing and the home was in a quiet area, but close to town. The house was actually nicer then we expected and the kitchen had more amenities then what was listed. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck watching the birds. If you stay here, buy unsalted peanuts for the stellar jays. They entertained us and asked for more each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie V.

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

Great mountain getaway

Our stay was amazing! We were just 1.5 miles from town and there were so many great hiking trails nearby. Just a short walk down the hill from the house is a mountain resource center that has information on things to do in the surrounding area. I also have to give Michael a big shout out. He was very helpful and gave us recommendations on where to eat and some trails to check out close to the house. 10/10 will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS M., Los Angeles, California

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

Cabin with Excellent Balconies

The place was in a nice quiet area only 2 miles from Idyllwild, the WiFi worked great, we enjoyed the 2 excellent balconies, it has a wood stove which we used, our only issue was the stairs and much of flooring was very slick for our older dogs and that made it tough for them to get around on it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jutta S.

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

Review

We had a fabulous time in Michael's adorable cabin in the woods. Michael was very responsive, and we came back to Los Angeles completely rejuvenated ; )
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian B., Los Angeles, CA USA

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

Nice layout with all bedrooms at lower floor.

Cabin is nice. Has everything you need for your stay. Pet friendly. Really enjoyed it.

About the host

Hosted by Michael

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