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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
  • San Jacinto Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Idyllwild Nature Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Idyllwild Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

Idyllwild

Fern Valley stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Fern Valley cabin, you'll find San Jacinto Mountains and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Morongo Casino - 43 min drive - 51.5 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 57 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Pizza Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Mill Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Strawberry Creek Retreat: Refined A-Frame Cabin W/AC

Our cabin is the perfect pet-friendly getaway with new central air conditioning. The open A-Frame cabin is tucked away on a quiet street yet is just minutes away from the picturesque shops and restaurants in the center of town. Humber Park trailhead is within walking distance of the cabin providing easy access to the Ernie Maxwell and Devils Slide trails. Strawberry Creek runs through the back yard creating a peaceful atmosphere and a lovely sensory experience when the creek is running.
The space
Inside you will find high ceilings and windows that show off the beautiful scenery and create plenty of light. The downstairs features open architecture that A-frame cabins are known for and include a gas stove, chef’s kitchen, and wine fridge for making unforgettable meals. Our favorite spot in the cabin is a cozy reading nook that sits next to the wood-burning fireplace and looks out onto the creek. You’ll often see deer outside sipping from the creek or running through the snow.

The Outside offers a spacious fenced-in deck off the kitchen with a natural gas Weber BBQ, and a large table for entertaining and enjoying alfresco dining. The deck is the perfect spot to enjoy the scenery and the quiet of the surrounding woods with views of both the creek and the mountains in the distance.

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT

• Check-in Time: 4:00 PM
• Check-Out Time: 11:00 AM

Permit Number: RVC-1301

Note: We don't pre-approve early check-in or late check-out. If the property is ready prior to 4 PM on your check-in date, we'll notify you of the early access. Due to our very tight cleaning schedule, we don't offer late check-outs. If you need additional time, please consider adding an additional night to your reservation.

No Check-in or Check-out on the following holidays:

⌀ Easter Sunday
⌀ July 4th
⌀ Thanksgiving Day
⌀ Christmas Day
⌀ New Year’s Day

CANCELLATION POLICY & TRIP INSURANCE

We encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances that will affect their trip. No refunds will be given due to weather, natural disasters, travel delays, or cancellations. No exceptions will be made to the cancellation policy in place at the time of booking.

PARKING

Parking for up to 4 vehicles is readily available on the large flat driveway with easy access.
Guest access
You will have exclusive access to the cabin.
Other things to note
Our home is dog friendly and we welcome your well-behaved dogs for an additional $100 cleaning fee that is charged after the reservation is made.

Please let us know if will be bringing your pet. We ask that you keep dogs off of the furniture and beds during your stay and suggest that you always accompany your pet when they are outside to keep them safe as there are many different wild animals in the area.

Our desk is enclosed by a fence so it's a great place to spend outside with your dog!

And for guests with a Tesla there is a charging destination .8 miles from the cabin.

Property manager

Alex Barnett

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 001302

Strawberry Creek Retreat: Refined A-Frame Cabin W/AC Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Merrill B., Camarillo, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Within a half mile of Ernie Maxwell and Devil's Slide trails so you can walk to the trailhead or use the house Parking Pass. Beautiful, moderate hikes. House has large windows that fill the A-frame roofline with gorgeous tree views. Open floor plan with long dining table, couch, chairs, kitchen island and slider to deck all in one big space was perfect for our group of 5.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday weekend

Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jotanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin and location

This is the second time I’ve rented this cabin. It’s very comfortable and in a great location. Lots of deer sightings out the living room windows. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B., San Diego, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cabin

We spent Thanksgiving weekend with our three adult kids at the Strawberry Creek Retreat and loved it! The kitchen was well equipped, allowing us to make a Thanksgiving meal. The open living room/dining room was a wonderfully comfortable place to hang out. Two private bedrooms and the loft each have their own bathrooms, which worked out perfectly for all of us. Parking was easy, and it's a very short drive into town. Communication with our hosts was smooth, and they were responsive. Excellent cabin and owners, I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ningrit F.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great view!

We loved staying here. The view was amazing! The windows in the living room gave you front row seats to watching the deer go up and down the creek. The cabin was beautiful and spacious! It was also so close to the town. I would highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a cabin in Idyllwild.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

Fantastic home. Clean, comfortable. Had everything we needed. Would definitely take there again. Host was very communicative. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious cabin, great location!

We had a great stay at this cabin....everything was as advertised and we had great communication w/the host. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nirvana A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not a premium property

I regret to say that this wasn't the premium property expected, especially based on the pictures. While Alex was quick to respond to our inquiries and booking, the high cost of the property didn't seem justified. Additionally, the recommended insurance added to the expenses was unreasonable. We were also surprised by the substantial cleaning fee, especially since we noticed several areas that needed attention. The checkout instructions were also disappointing. It felt unnecessary to pay a cleaning fee and still be required to do the cleaning ourselves before leaving. This included us having to strip the beds and loading the wash with the towels and bed linen. Also, there were some missing essentials like Ziploc bags, aluminum foil, napkins, salt, pepper, and extra towels in the cabinets and such. This lack of attention to detail was frustrating. Although Alex mentioned letting him know if anything was missing for future guests, we couldn't help but feel overlooked. The beds were not very comfortable and they felt like hammocks with no support, so we had to sleep on the couch. When we informed Alex his reply was, "we've never had a complaint before." The cleanliness of the property was also not up to our standards (see pics), which was the most disappointing aspect of our stay. The location was great as well as the view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ron A.

Great, but lots of dog hair

Great place and space. Only downside? Lots of dog hair. If you are going to charge $100 extra cleaning fee for those who have brought pets in the past, then there shouldn't be so much dog hair. Whoever cleans it might be taking your money without providing the extra cleaning for pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric o., Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllwild Get Away

We enjoyed our visit to this nice cabin. Cabin was clean, quiet and we liked the Fern Valley Rd location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayane K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation home

Highly recommended. The house was as described. Very clean, comfortable. Communication was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jill L.

Beautiful Place and Great Hosts

This location is beautiful and close to town. The host was so accommodating and responsive. He solved any issues we had and was really nice. The only bummer was the cleanliness. It sounds like it was an anomaly because it was a one time different cleaning crew. There were dishes in the dishwasher, bedding and towels in the dryer, dead bugs everywhere, and the door was filthy and made our feet black. Thankfully the host sent their normal cleaning lady and she mopped. But I had to put stuff away and wipe up bugs on vacation! But overall it was a great place and nice hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Angela M.

Family Getaway and Spiderwebs

Spider webs inside and outside. There were a disappointing amount of spider webs in and out of the property. Checkout Instructions were detailed. Strip the beds of all linens, wash all used towels, and take any extra trash to the dump 10 minutes away. We did not have extra garbage bags, the pantry did not include amenities such as coffee, ketchup, or syrup. The outside was disappointing cared for. We could not use the hammock swings on the front porch due to an overwhelming amount of spiders. Had to sweep out the back patio and table to use the space. The property seems to be only cleaned inside and the upper rafters were also full of spiders. The property is as advertised but the outdoors is not kept up. All of the windows had several webs in each window sill. We are aware of the rural location but the property was obviously not kept up when it comes to cleaning the webs in and out the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway and Camp Pick-up

We stayed here over a weekend to spend time with family and to be close to Idyllwild Arts for a camp pick-up. The house was gorgeous and a great fit for our family. It was nice to be a quick drive into the village and up to Humber Park. The house location is wonderful with views of Suicide Rock and Tahquitz Rock from the front and the beautiful babbling Strawberry Creek in the back. Also, Alex was very responsive with a couple of minor issues we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theodore K., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin on Strawberry Creek

Peaceful cabin in Idyllwild with all the amenities. We loved having the A/C as it was a warm weekend. Thanks Alex!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

We so enjoyed our stay! The layout was very spacious - loved being on the deck listening to the creek running by. Overall a great time and place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what we were hoping for

This property was the perfect winter escape we were looking for. Excellent upgrades through the house and excellent views of the creek running behind the house. There was enough room in the back for a little sledding and there were some great areas to hike nearby. When heading back into the area we will definitely be looking for this listing again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness

delightful

Great location. Very clean and perfect lay out for a family trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better even the pictures

Loved the creek right behind the property. The house was clean and perfect for a family of four. Less than 5 minute drive to town. Beautiful property. Would absolutely recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Beautiful setting and very pretty cabin! It’s even better than the pictures. Everything seemed clean and well done. Perfect location with the back deck right over Strawberry Creek. Will stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L., North Hills, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend In The Mountains

Great house, close to downtown, as advertised. Very quiet location. Pictures are 100% accurate..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cabin

The cabin was exactly as shown in the listing. We had tons of fun playing in the snow and exploring the town and hanging out in the great room. Because we were coming in and out from the snow, there did not seem to be enough tour mats and rugs for us to clean our feet on. Also, we felt the kitchen was severely under stocked. Pots and pans desperately need to be replaced, and basic items like a can opener were missing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

5+ Star Stay

Our weekend getaway at the Strawberry Creek Retreat couldn't have been more perfect for our family with kids and a dog. Stepping into the cabin instantly exceeded my expectations. The open-concept design was great and was easy to keep an eye on all the kiddos. Plus the breathtaking snow and creek view was a great bonus. It was also a nice surprise that the two bedrooms and loft area, all had full size bathrooms. The hosts were amazing answering all our questions and making my family feel more than welcomed. Would definitely come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanner M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Idyllwild Escape

It was exactly what we were looking for and the listing was accurate and helpful. The loft was fun for the kids and the view out the back windows was as good as we were hoping it would be. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia E., Newport Beach

Comfortable mountain retreat

Easy location, great parking, great layout
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023